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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1902
Page
9
Luedie loses to Butte bowlers conceding too much handicap in a tight match. Local bowling scene highlights intense competition and rising rivalries as teams vie for early season wins.
Butte bowlers Adams and Taylor captured the top spots in last night’s handicap games, aided by four pins. Luedke, the Wisconsin champion, finished behind two Butte bowlers who beat him in their previous round. Scratch contenders Sheehan and Perham prevailed when matched from scratch, as Adams posted a 210 strip and with handicaps reached 250.
A special train carrying private cars of J J Mill of the Great Northern, Melien of the Northern Pacific, and A T Mohler of the Oregon Railway and Navigation Co. may pass through Butte this week en route from a Washington Oregon tour. The trip aims to meet farmers in Washington wheat country and agriculturers overall, with meetings held along the way. No departure time or terminal details were confirmed as of yesterday afternoon.
Benedic t Dempsey formerly of the First ward council married Miss Nellie Boyle at St Patrick’s with Rev Peter De flore officiating. Attendants were Mrs Mary Boyle and Miss Genevieve Boyle. Best man was Robert Boyd organist Kate Roonan. They left for a three week honeymoon via Spokane and Seattle en route to San Francisco.
Constables Cosgrove and others reported catching Fernando Toluski and Gordont in Meaderville last evening in the act of gambling. They were taken to the county jail. The officers say the pair were caught gambling in progress.
M Conroy J T Gustien and W Ho Winters sue Adolph Pincus for 1000 dollars claiming a broken promise related to a May loan attempt of 25000 dollars secured by property with a lease. Plaintiffs allege Ru He Kleinschmidt solicited the loan and Pincus agreed to advance funds if the lease extension was secured.
Amon was made and then he refused to advance funds, depriving the plaintiffs of their commission of twenty thousand dollars. The plaintiffs seek judgment for the amount against defendant W. A. Pennington and attorney C. P. Connelly, representing the plaintiffs.
Inquest finds fall of ground at Tell mine caused fatal injuries to John P Gleason. Jury concludes death at St James hospital was an unavoidable accident. Funeral at 612 North Wyoming Street and Patrick's Church. Witnesses include state mine inspector, mine superintendent, miners, and Dr J Newton Alexander who treated Gleason.
Delegates at the American Federation of Catholic Societies morning session discuss church and civil relations and plan resolutions on public moment. Topics include alleged discrimination against Catholic Indian missions and Spanish influence in the Philippines, plus Catholic education policy and pro rata public school funds for parochial schools. Correspondence with Secretary Root on Philippine education is noted.
A local advert claims superior grade linoleum with unmatched surface quality at a fair price. It invites shoppers to visit this week to choose from eight new patterns, urging customers to judge the product for themselves.
The page advertises daily grocery specials in a broad list including canned meats, cereals and soups with prices and brands like Van Camp's and Overholt Rye. It also notes a Montana school district No. 9 plan to issue bonds of 3000 dollars at 5 percent interest with sealed proposals due by Aug 28 1902, Heron.
The article notes resolutions sent to President Roosevelt accusing discrimination in selecting Philippine school teachers. Secretary Toot denies religious bias. A discussion on Orient policy follows with calls to avoid international discrimination against Catholicism and to renew government school appropriations.
Marshalltown Iowa August 6 a work train and a fast freight collided two miles west of Rhodes killing all engineers and several laborers. One fireman had his leg severed and another was saved by jumping. The Milwaukee Road officials say the work train left Rhodes without orders despite a signal and telegraph alerts. investigators seek explanation from Conductor Craig and others.
Jack Shell was convicted in Livingston district court of burglary in the first degree. sentenced by Judge Henry on Saturday. The case links to June break into Hiller and Ringle gun shop on Main Street with stolen revolvers and items. Accomplice Jack Adams faces trial with stronger state evidence. both men connected to a jail escape attempt about a month prior.
Two brothers separated during the Johnstown flood years ago were reunited by chance at the Lakeview Hotel. Crocker of Cleveland and Crocker of Chicago recognized each other after believing the other had perished. They plan to spend two weeks in St. Joe sharing their long years apart and rescue hopes.
Archibald Watt, former commodore of the American Yacht Club, is linked to a sensational separation case involving Mrs Watt. Parishioners and church officials at St Nhaven's Episcopal Church denounce secrecy surrounding the suit while reports allege visits to Mrs Watt aboard a yacht and evenings shared with champagne and cocktails.
Fragmentary notices describe discussions over a clergy misconduct case involving Dr. Van de Water in New Haven. Officials, jurists, and ministers debate consequences, with legal strategizing and potential impact on personal and public life. Nearby rail strike news and a racing cutter planned for 1992 finish the digest.
The Chicago Record-Herald surveys national politics and legal figures. It notes Roosevelt's insistence on deeds over words and cites Attorney General Knox and Senator Spooner as prime legal assets for the administration. It recalls former Michigan lieutenant governor Strong as a potential Democratic candidate for Congress and details a prison pardon anecdote involving Governor Pingree and a South Rockwood gang case.
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