This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 37 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1902
Page
14
A new fruit moth outbreak is reported with early appearance notes. Researchers warn growers to inspect orchards and apply monitoring and control measures as populations increase. Further details on species and affected regions are expected from agricultural authorities.
Aug 7 Missoula reports state board of horticulture finds four new insects to combat the bad moth first discovered this year by entomologist Cooley at Bozeman. Inspectors in Western Montana push for stronger measures as spraying and monitoring continue to protect orchards and fruit quality amid sightings and variations of codling moth activity.
A Missoula reporter describes record hay crops across local farms. Allen of Lolo notes large yields prompting lease of land for attacking hay, despite high costs. He travels from his ranch and then heads to Orchard Homes for the day. Nearby, staff and campers are noted at Victor with plans for summer outings.
A fragment from a camp near the Hollenseiner ranch mentions a person praising a delightful meal. The text is incomplete but indicates a local church context and a lifestyle moment.
Missoula reports Manea of Solo displays Lambert cherries he picked near the ranch. He notes the fruit is large, sweet and succulent, grown mainly in the West, especially Washington, and praises it as one of the most delicious varieties.
Austin Hartley, manager, promotes Fat Week in Missoula with the King Dodo Opera Company, a major traveling act expected to draw a large crowd from nearby points. Tuesday, Missoula, Aug 1, lists instruments filed with the County Clerk and Recorder by Cate Slaughtered McGowan Company.
A Plains based commercial firm lists 15 head in July occupancy claims and a series of deeds and declaratory statements. Filton Belknap occupancy dispute involves land in Vieina. Homestake and Mary Lode mining plots noted with Joseph Feterwitz. R M Cobban Realty transfers to Orchant Home Company with land in the addition for $1. Big Blackfoot Milling Company and Clark's Pork Mining Company ad near Plains appear with stated consideration values.
Missoula August 7 the mourning over Dr Rockman who died last night was held in the Bike hall where many friends paid calls during the day The funeral will be held tomorrow morning under the auspices of the Elks Will also attend in a body Dr Rockman and brother have received condolences from many friends statewide The Eagles of the city mourn the death of Dr Rockman He was the first president and a charter member of Aare No 32 and members will participate in the funeral rites
Almert Marion of Frenchtown reported farmers south of the city and in the lower Bitter Root valley are starting to harvest their grain crop, which is turning out better than expected. William Kennedy, from a ranch near the Lato, said his crop will be so large he must add machinery to cut it.
In Missoula an order changes who handles Helena hill trains. The same dispatcher now manages both Evaro and Helena hill traffic. Officials expect improved efficiency and operations appear to be running smoothly.
Fragmentary report notes three persons taking up timber claims near San Francisco with signs indicating origin from Washburn, Wisconsin. Mentions AUR companies M and 25th Regiment arriving from the coast with special cars and officers present. Capt. William Black identified among officers. Missoula upcoming events mention fishing rods on sale.
Missoula reports arrival of Dr J T Brow formerly of Lexington Ky from the South this morning. He is described as the “yies of Dr W R Parsons” and will set up practice in Missoula about September 1 with his wife and two children expected to follow soon. He has practiced medicine for 12 years after graduating from Rush Medical College in Ti
Bev erns friends of W B Templeton traveled from Rrevenaville to attend the funeral of Mrs Templeton. The service was held in the valley where the family is well known and highly regarded by many friends in the area.
A fragmentary report notes a local horticulturist attending a funeral with Odd Fellows members. The procession moved toward Bitter Root valley as the mourners accompanied the deceased homeward, with the date and full details obscured.
In Missoula on Aug 7 the school board toured land newly purchased for a school addition and designated a site for the schoolhouse. The frame building behind the Central building nears completion and will be ready when the term starts.
Missoula reports a mining official from the Anaconda Copper Mining Company and his private secretary WW Johnson traveling from the Bitter stock farm this morning. They were with Mr Seaton and companions en route to Butte for an upcoming sale.
The annual assessment in Missoula doubles last year, reaching over 11 million with an increase of about 4 million. The South Side Grocery rebrands as McDonald and Barber, with Robert Barber joining from Anacortes to boost the business expansion plans.
A marriage license was issued today to William Turner, 26, of Portland, and Miss Mattie C Isone, 23, of St Paul. They were married by Rev Walter Hays. An earlier regional report noted a minor vehicle accident involving a water tank in Missouri Valley with a front wheel coming off, complicating the scene.
County commissioners convened in a special session to address urgent county governance matters. Officials reviewed budget adjustments and potential policy changes affecting county operations and public services.
Museula Aug 7 county commissioners met in special session Mrs Martin offered to deed a county road through her land if the county repairs and maintains the existing bridge and accepts a road deeded by James Startin The board accepted the proposition and adjourned The record notes the ongoing assessment hearings and protests including parcels and valuations involving Schinebers Swanson Slocum Adams Reinhard Kah and Patrick Hayes with various protests and adjustments to timber and land parcels The meeting focused on tax assessment actions and warrants as part of the county budget process.
A fragmented verse mentions a duck and a night passage. It then notes Mrs Emma Reha traveling to Ravath county for the deposition in the Hay versus Ravath county case, handled by P M Reilly & Co grocers.
Missoula August reports say the Coeur d Alene Pacific Bridge, known as Bridge No 9, burned today and passengers and mail will be transferred until a new bridge is built. The structure, six spans long, is destroyed, with hot cinders cited as the probable cause.
Missoula residents are urged to attend a dance Saturday evening, with many young people from Frenchtown planning to join. Local organizers encourage driving to the venue, promising a lively gathering for Missoula dancers and nearby communities.
Missoula on August 7 reports Mentram Brigas plans a new place of business featuring a handsome steel ceiling. The office fittings and furniture will be in place as the firm prepares to move in by the first of next month. Burton, Osteopath, Missoula.
Missoula reports Mrs. Cameron of St. Regis was brought to Missouri on a stretcher and is believed to be seriously ill at the hospital.
The remains of the child of Mr. and Mrs. Hardesty were interred this morning in Missoula. Mr. Marchese arrived this morning from Lothrop after driving all night. A minor report mentions a track event and a small loan tied to a camp, with traffic conditions noted earlier in the day.
Washington correspondent notes Senator W A Harris of Kansas plans a diplomatic livestock exposition mission. He will sail from New York next Wednesday to coordinate with officials in Europe and Russia, arrange international breed displays, and seek ambassadorial support for cattle herds from England and Queen Victoria era stocks.
Aug 2 Missoula reports a man Townend residing here for years faces a serious charge after Bath McManters told her mother a man coaxed her into the shed behind the Gem theater to assault her. Officers searched for Townsend who admitted buying candy for the girl but denied further wrongdoing.
Missoula notes a telegram from Walla Walla confirming the death of Kid Houston age 37 a Missoula figure and brother of H Houston manager of Lolo hot springs. Cause not stated though linked to heart disease remains unclear. Remains may be brought to Missoula for burial or public notice.
Aug 7 report notes Dr W F Morris, formerly here now of Plains, visiting. He says Plains aims to become a big town as the water works near completion will spur growth and a new start toward progress in the community.
Defendant Missoula faced a day long hearing over timber taken from Trahan's leased land. Trahan claimed Theff removed timber worth 180 dollars and disputed ownership with Hanratty. Court ruled for the defendant and ordered partial cost payment. Warden City Standard TM bottle beer is mentioned in a separate line. W. A Sharp, longtime division dispatcher, left for Tacoma. Mr. Sheppard will take over.
Missoula reports T Bert Geasing, recently at Northern Pacific machine shops in Livingston, was admitted to the tile way hospital last evening with tonsillitis. His parents reside in Missoula and he will likely stay several days for treatment.
Meyers from Hamilton arrived this morning and joined by Henry C Luft of the city left for a companion engagement. The fragmentary note hints at a local meeting or outing involving these two individuals and possibly a business or social context.
The speaker details a plan to visit Scotland Wales and England to study distinct horse breeds including Short horns and draft horses and mutton stock and then travel to France Switzerland and Russia to arrange dairy cattle shows and a Russian stock display. He notes royal herd prestige at Sandringham and Windsor and hints at preparing for a major St Louis exposition with international attendance and strong export interest.
Russian artist M. Verestobasin discusses his San Juan Hill scene with President Roosevelt, detailing the central Rough Riders column, color choices for foliage and leaf production, and plans for a November Astor Gallery exhibit after completing work at Fort Myer Virginia. The painting will show a rear view as riders press up the hill.
An alumni gathering recalls merit over birth as Gen Franklin Bell, a cavalry officer from the Spanish American era, is noted. The talk honors those who rose by effort, contrasting with class-based privilege. The discussion references Brie and ongoing respect for military rank.
An Essex market court practitioner with a long beard confronts a Greene and Gates car conductor at the bridge entrance asking which car carries grain. He questions why Mr. Gates does not hire a freight car for grain and insists the cars should be for the people.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.