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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1903
Page
4
Professor J P Dowe of the state university discusses the geology expedition in eastern Montana. He highlights lignite coal deposits near Forsyth and Glendive, notes potential for brick production, and describes fossil leaves, vertebrate remains, and mineral specimens gathered for the university museum.
Sidney Irish, expert electrician for Missoula Light and Power, barely escaped a 3000 volt burst when a pair of plyers shorted two circuits at the Main street switchboard. His left hand suffered severe burns but the current was halted by the tools at mid hand, and he received immediate medical care.
Missoula on August 4 held the funeral for Mrs Minnie C Tremblay at 9 o clock in St Francis Xavier church with Rev Father Paladino officiating. Pallbearers named P M Reilly W Q Ranft A J Violette D T Curran BK Mulroney and Joseph Menard. Floral pieces were numerous and beautiful.
Missoula reports Fire Chief Al May and his family left for two weeks at Lolo hot springs. Friends hope for a smoother trip than last summer when a horse balked and a buggy toppled, forcing extra leave to reach camping grounds and a series of mishaps.
In Helena on August 4 the Port Harrison club faced the Missoula soldiers team. The score was not fully recorded but Jones pitched for Mert Harrison and Tier pitched for Missoula.
George Ridley aged 24 is crushed to death by a heavy log at a lumber camp near Bonita Missoula on August 4. He was at work on a chute when a log fell six feet and struck him, leaving one leg broken and the chest caved in. Coroner Lucy notified and to hold an inquest. remains to be brought to Missoula. His father Richard Ridley is head sawyer at St. Regis. Funeral planned at the family residence on Spruce Street. Ridley was unmarried.
Aug 4 report says Henry Dellaney, a youth from Lolo, was sentenced in federal court to six months in the Lewis and Clark county jail. His father, John F. Dellaney, aided by Marshall and Stiff, prepared a petition asking for clemency, claiming adequate punishment. Dellaney admitted guilt when arrested. losses totaled several hundred dollars. The petition circulates in Missoula as efforts continue.
In Missoula on August 4, Thomas H. Reed of the American Anti-Saloon League spoke at the courthouse on the topic The Noblest Conflict of the New Century. He urged local option against the saloon and delivered a stirring address.
Wool sales in Montana reached 414 thousand pounds at the Beaver Falls market today. High prices paid for Wright Kennelly clip from Conrad and Shelby, low price for a 2400 pound run owned by J Fowler. Large Dear Armstrong clip sold alongside Burke Bros and other consignments.
An upcoming ceremony at Fort Missoula will confer a colonelcy on a senior officer. Details on the date and attendee list are released by military officials.
Lieut. Col. Daniel Cornman commanding Fort Missoula is slated for colonelcy with a four months leave. He and his family bade farewell at a reception and will travel to Maine, awaiting his new post which may be in Kansas. Lt. Calvert goes to Fort Leavenworth. Lt. Reins to Fort Sheridan for a 24th regiment sharpshooter contest. Fort Missoula baseball beats Fort Assinniboine and Fort Harrison 11 to 7 in Helena under Captain Goss.
Special dispatch notes Lewistown in Montana wool region will hold an auction sale next year as rail access improves. Former Senator Hobson and Senator Waite pressed buyers, about 40,000 pounds of wool offered today with prices up from yesterday. high bid yet to be secured on a 4 1/2 inch fleece lot by Wo Cock Hecht Lieb man Co.
A southbound passenger train on the main line collided three miles west of Havre after a Montana noteal team delay due to cattle on the track. The rear train struck the rear of the other, smashing the observation car and engine. A newsboy suffered a dislocated shoulder. no other injuries reported.
Thomas Flynn of Livingston was arrested in Missoula on charges he shipped four horses out of state without inspection. County stock inspector KR W Angevine swore out the complaint, alleging Flynn planned to move the horses to Livingston then beyond state lines. Flynn posted $200 bond for appearance next Tuesday before Judge Hayes and remained in Livingston.
Miraoula Aug 4 The fire steamer was removed from the engine house to the Smith livery barn following a council order. The move follows months of dispute with the W B Nott company of Minneapolis over ownership and purchase status, with potential litigation expected.
Missoula reports a mix up as the son of a former Missouri governor loses a trunk. The party searched the Northern line baggage area and notes a label reading D HR on a bag. A city post office ad offers engraved calling cards and invitations.
Special Kapeteh the standard reports giant Ella Ewing 28, 4 feet 4 inches, will wed 8 foot 6 inch Edward Beaupre, French Canadian exhibitor, in Columbia Gardens Butte Montana on August 15. Father accompanies bride. ceremony to be led by J W Scott from Granite Street Tabernacle.
Louis Kennedy was found not guilty after a jury trial before Judge Hayes on a charge of exhibiting a deadly weapon at the Banquet restaurant during a disturbance with William Drew. Kennedy testified he drew the gun only to eject Drew, not to shoot, while Drew claimed Kennedy threatened to shoot.
After this date irrigation hours are fixed north of Main street from 5 a.m. to 1 p.m. and on Main street and south from 1 p.m. to 9 p.m. Do not let water run onto streets. Violations will lead to water shut off from premises without notice. July 27, 1903.
Sheriff George Hubbard brought Smith to Billings in the Columbus case charging him with stealing about seven hundred sheep from L. J. Westcott and others near Columbus. Deputy Noah Holt wounded Smith during the arrest north of Columbus. Griffin, the boy with Smith, received a three month jail term for carrying concealed weapons. Grimes and Wood are still at large and expected to be caught tomorrow.
Detectives believe a lone stranger attempted to buy a large quantity of explosive from the Northern Pacific Trading company at Chestnut on July 31 in a plan to blow up a Yellowstone river bridge at Livingston. Descriptions say a 30 year old tall Swede or Dane with broken English fled west toward Bozeman after the failed purchase. He was seen in Bozeman the next day and investigators seek whether he obtained powder there.
Special Dispatch to the Standard from Livingston says railroad officials have a view under consideration regarding the men involved in the Yellowstone river bridge bombing near the city Sunday morning. They refuse to detail the view but it is rumored the Bozeman powder house robbery relates to the case.
George Warren once of Butte dies in Philipsburg after a lifelong struggle with alcohol. Friends recall his early career and later troubles as he passed quietly surrounded by kin. His death closes a tumultuous chapter in local lore.
George Warren a ropeman formerly with the Lexington mine and later at the Bi-Metallic died after drinking a quart of whiskey during a hunting trip. He wandered into woods then drowned his distress, attempted to strike a companion, and died an hour after arrival in Phillipsburg. Warren 36 lived in Centerville with parents now in England. He served as a deserter in the British navy in 1888.
Kalispell August 4. A 6 year old boy son of Mr and Mrs M H Collins on a Holt area farm was accidentally shot and killed by his older brother during a hunt with a 22 caliber rifle. The younger boy died shortly after a doctor arrived. the older brother was wounded in the temple.
In Asotin Washington on August 5 a mob hanged William Hamilton at 12:16 AM after storming the jail. Hamilton had confessed to abducting and murdering 11 year old Mabel Richards whose body was found near Asotin yesterday.
New York Aug 4 The resignation of Charles M Schwab as president of United States Steel was tendered and accepted at a directors meeting. William K Corry was unanimously elected as his successor.
Sheridan Wyoming reports a bridge foreman named Snetrom died after being struck by an extra westbound freight near Garryowen while riding a railroad tricycle. He lived near Crawford Nebraska and died fifteen minutes after the collision.
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