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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Apr 29, 1902
Page
8
Isaac Burroughs of Meader Ville has filed for bankruptcy, citing a substantial outstanding debt. The filing indicates significant liabilities and a need to restructure financial obligations through court proceedings. Local records show Burroughs as a resident and debtor in a case seeking relief from creditors.
Meadeville laborer Michael Larkin filed for bankruptcy citing inability to pay under harsh conditions. Debts include $1,140 with creditors list featuring Fred Lohmeier and others. assets include stock in trade and household goods. Hearing set for May 12 before Thompson Campbell. Bennett discharged from bankruptcy. notes mention Anaconda hot water bath and local business connections.
Mining man J Browning returns from Fergus County praising Lewistown Kendall as a promising camp. He notes large ore bodies and high values though low grade, with cyanide processing likely. Finch and Canobel plan a cyanide plant, weather delays work, and many prospects rush to stake claims near Sand Creek. funeral announced for Marie Agnes Stewart.
Ker the paper cleaner along with Mestano ana sapusia Coello were tried before Justice Libby on a disturbing the peace charge filed by Therena Contarlo. The case was dismissed after Contarlo testified the defendants had created noise and used vile language at her residence on the 18th and on prior occasions.
In Meaderville the case against two defendants was dismissed after the complainant produced little usable testimony. The complainant showed resentment toward the men and sought prosecution, but the witness remained refractory, leaving the judge no option but to dismiss for weak evidence.
Five defendants faced charges of illegal registration in Meaderville Justice Court. Two were dismissed and three found guilty. sentences included 10 days for one and 20 days for the other two. John Cassidy’s case opened before Justice Arnold with minimal evidence and a motion to dismiss.
The column extols the new paper The Labor World edited by J W Gilbert. It promises weekly issues with labor union coverage and other features. The initial number includes portraits and an announcement stressing the dignity of labor and high regard for workers in Butte Montana.
Pitts, a shift boss at the Minnie Healey mine, told county attorney of a beating by Fa Duffy. He alleges Duffy struck him with a loaded revolver butt, risking serious injury. Duffy is at large. complaint filed in Justice Libby's Meaderville court.
We, the undersigned fuel dealers, will be unable to deliver coal or wood after April 1902. Commencing May 1, 1903, consumers may purchase fuel at various yards including Northurst Coal, Montana Coal & Tile Co, West Side Coal Co, and Walkerville Coal Co.
The Washington Department says ex-C of St. Louis now jailed in Guadalajara faces bribery charges not listed in the extradition treaty. Efforts to secure his delivery to Missouri authorities hinge on reciprocal action by the United States, a condition Mexicans deem essential. If not returned, Mexican courts may try Kratz for the offense.
A catalog-like notice advertises bleached Turkish towels in sizes 29 by 4 inches and 29 by 26 inches with various color stripes and patterns, plus Everett classic pines. It touts bleached muslin sheets 16 yards for $1.00 and white muslin sheets 72 by 80 inches for 39 cents each, all described as fine quality and ready for use.
The Senate accepted house changes to the oleomargarine bill and sent it to the president for signature. An attempted 10 percent tax on butter trust capital failed. Senator Simmons opposed Philippine independence for Filipinos, urging turn over to inhabitants. Conference report on the Chinese exclusion law was noted as talks continued on sundry civil appropriations.
Mrs. All Rawline son arrived from Rawlins to see her husband who died of typhoid pneumonia. A sheriff’s parade of local events includes a teachers’ exam by Isabella Rife, militia club formation, a divorce suit, and a mining venture. A haunted box incident ends with a monkey rescue.
Classified note offers women’s skirts in various fabrics and lengths from 88.50 to 46 sale price 3.95. Items include taffetas broadcloth serge and percaline with linings of lk. Reads like an early 20th century mail order advertisement for Hennessys br.
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