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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Aug 06, 1913
Page
5
Anaconda news reports a 1200 foot tunnel will be driven into the Blue Eyed Nellie mine to meet the shaft, enabling ore shipments from the mountain site. Minesmen note substantial silver copper and lead ore in sight, with great dividends claimed previously. A W Paterson, handling the mine for eastern capitalists, to return soon.
Brief city notes from the Moose meet to Elks at 8 30 pm and local ads. Residents travel to Portland Tacoma and San Francisco while others visit Big Hole Powell ranch and Bozeman. New births and land sales are reported alongside hotel luncheons and shopping deals.
William L. Beal, 87, pioneer of the West, died after a monthlong decline. Born September 9, 1825 in Uniontown Pennsylvania, he crossed to California gold fields in 1859 and engaged in major mining ventures across Nevada Colorado and Montana. He helped build the old Davis mill in Butte and ran brickyards in Deer Lodge and Helena. He lived in Anaconda since 1897 and joined the 1909 Thunder Mountain rush with his son. He is survived by wife M. M. Beal, son C. L. Beal, daughter Hazel Beal and two stepsons C. L. Beal and E. H. Beal.
George Morden a foreman in the concentrator plant on the hill is in the hospital with a fracture of the upper left arm and bruises after falling about eight feet from a climbing ladder yesterday morning. The broken arm is the most serious injury.
A new fuel in England is claimed to act like gasoline in all respects yet cost far less. Report notes production from gasoline via a chemical process described by officials, with details sparse and phrases resembling early industrial chemistry announcements.
A woman who gave the name Williame was shot in the hip during a Wisdom brawl Monday night and taken to a Butte hospital. A cattleman known as Tex was arrested, bound over to district court, and to be taken to Dillon today. Local officials plan to probe his identity while residents say Tex may be wanted in Texas after a spring cattle shipment. The Walliams woman, from Butte, with her sister, is believed seriously injured.
A marked change in driving behavior follows Mayor Edward O'Brien directing Chief of Police O'Brien to enforce traffic regulations similar to Butte. motorists now drive on the right side, avoid mid block U turns, and keep to the speed limit. No arrests occurred. Businessmen believe the rules will aid drivers during the race meet with visitors from Butte. They warn a serious accident could have resulted otherwise.
Fragmentary OCR snippet mentions a price 1.25 and two 20 cent amounts with an unclear hall name. No distinct events or persons readable.
Special Dispatch to the Standard Philipsburg Aug 5 Walter Beck the Missoula aviator for the McClellan Aviation company achieved an altitude of 6500 feet in Philipsburg after taking off from John J McDonald’s ranch at 793 p m He flew north 3 5 miles past the Northern Pacific depot and over Flint creek valley then returned covering 7 5 miles in eight minutes Beck said he intends to reach 1500 feet higher proving high altitude flights possible in Montana He is considered among the West’s leading aviators and two prior local fliers in Butte and Helena later died in aviation The 70 horse power Curtiss type plane drew a large crowd and Philipsburg businessmen plan two more days of flights next week inviting people from nearby towns
A special car loaded with Anaconda Elks from the local lodge will depart on the 5 o clock train to Missoula for the state association meeting. Delegates from Washington and Idaho are expected to attend and join in the Montana Elks frolic. Decorations and preparations are complete for the parade and Thursday morning 11 o'clock start.
A concert by the Anaconda band on the city common drew a large audience last night and extended into darkness. Seven selections were performed with notable pieces including The Joy Riders by Barrington Sargent and Tancredi by Rossini. A practice baseball game between the Independents and the MacRaes followed.
The first shipment of horses arrived from Butte yesterday for the race meeting opening at the Anaconda track next Saturday August 9. Three carloads arrived. Track work is nearly finished and the fair grounds look improved with whitewashing and creosoting of buildings and fences.
The Catholic Order of Foresters plan a picnic at Silver Lake next Sunday featuring a special train to transport attendees. The event will include a ball game sports dancing and a feed as key attractions.
An entrance to the dining room on the Park avenue side is being cut, with a new electric sign planned. The hotel exterior woodwork is being painted a rich green.
To those who were our friends in our recent bereavement and to the Masonic lodge members, we express heartfelt thanks. Mrs. J. C. English Annice English Gus B. English Adv.
Postoffice Inspector J A McTarnaghan and Postmaster W W Harper surveyed a proposed rural delivery route in Deer Lodge valley south end near Warm Springs. Farmers petitioned to discontinue Stuart postoffice and serve the area by rural free delivery. Route runs about 30 miles with good roads, possibly a preferred 24 mile equivalent.
Victor Nordstrom suffered a dislocated elbow after an altercation with Andrew Hanson in front of Nordstroms residence at 207 Ash Street. Hanson was arrested and jailed. his 4:30 PM court appearance followed a earlier Sunday quarrel and a push that caused Nordstrom to fall. Officer Joe Henault used force to restrain Hanson who resisted arrest.
AT THE REEL full house enjoys The Sorrows of Israel a three reel Imp drama about a Jewish boy who converts to Christianity to wed a Russian girl. The Deloys delight with new jokes and songs delivering uproarious applause and a famed train imitation. The program will be repeated one more night.
On September 1, 1918 at 10:00 a m the Butte Anaconda & Pacific Railway Co will auction unclaimed freight in Anaconda Mont to highest cash bidder to cover freight charges and sale costs. Items include 75 lb iron fencing from Stewart Iron Works Cincinnati to Lewis H Bailey and three crates of picture frames 400 lb from James Bailey Chicago to James Bailey. Sold after nine days on hand. Agent W L Collins signs.
Anaconda dressmaker Mrs. A. F. Girard credits Plant Juice with restoring her health after a long nervous breakdown. She reports improved strength, appetite, sleep, and energy, urging other women to try the remedy. Available at Smith Drug Store in Anaconda and Newbro Drug Store in Butte.
A vintage advertisement touts Dr Kilmer's Swamp Root as a universal cure for kidney and bladder trouble for men and women. It claims widespread endorsement and notes availability in 50 cent and one dollar sizes with a free sample offer by mail from Kilmer Co. in Binghamton New York.
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