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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1905
Page
4
The Anaconda Standard lists publishers and proprietors, daily publication year round, with subscription rates and office contacts. It notes main office in Standard Block Anaconda, branch offices in Missoula and more, plus national newspaper stand distributors and address for correspondence.
The essay reviews the Portsmouth peace talks with mockery of Russian and Japanese aims. It cites M. Witte pushing for publicity, mocks hotel etiquette for foreign envoys, and recalls Berlin 1878 as a foil. It warns against Russian censorship and notes the enduring joke of diplomacy amid tea, smoke, and bar service.
A foreign item reports Columbia University President Butler was received yesterday at Wilhelmshohe Castle by Germany’s emperor. Kaleer William seldom stays at the historic abode near Cassel, and Butler’s visit would have fallen on Napoleon III’s 34th anniversary as a prisoner of war if timed differently.
The article notes the president’s aim for an extraordinary session to push railroad reform and tariff revision measures, but predicts Oyster Bay that there will be no extension and his plans may not proceed as hoped. The outlook suggests internal opposition and uncertain congressional action.
A Norwegian referendum reported unanimous support for separation from Sweden. The result signals a peaceful path toward dissolution, with warnings that Norway’s troubles may begin even if the vote is decisive. The piece contrasts with the US Civil War and notes potential future tensions.
Secretary Shaw is among those spending money and energy chasing the white house though unlikely to reach it. He has served as secretary of the treasury with a notable deficit and no presidential record. Vice President Fairbanks vies for succession, campaigning actively, but is not viewed as a fit choice for the next Republican national convention.
Special Dispatch reports Billings August 13 that Howe Flood Howe and Ed Webber were seized by Stock Inspector Webb near Joliet and brought to Billings. Webber is free on 200 dollars bail while the others remain jailed. Authorities consider horse stealing or stock driving from the range as possible charges involving Indian and white-owned horses. Flood Howe has prior penitentiary time and attempted to break out of jail with a companion later tied to Bridger bank robbery. Mrs Woodburn of Stanford dies from inflammation of the brain. An 18-farmer/Billings group from Wilston North Dakota arrives in Bozeman to study irrigation needs.
Farmers evaluate a reclamation service offer to pump Missouri River water with a ten year price per acre plan. The proposal promises the system's transfer at maintenance cost, tying irrigation effectiveness to a long term government handled supply for arid farming regions.
Special Dispatch from Livingston notes Park county exhibitors at the county fair with many entries planned for September 4 and the fair days. A large parade is set for Labor Day led by the Boston and Montana bank of Butte, signaling strong local interest and business participation.
Special Dispatch reports J T Harrington Tim Shay C H Hickman and Thomas Ryan arrested for vagrancy and carrying concealed weapons. Harrington an ex felon with prior Deer Lodge burglary sentence. Hickman and Ryan receive 20 days in county jail. Sheriff Gibson searched Basin for bank robbery crew. a detective on scene, no findings yet. Sheriff Peter Scherrenbroick of Lewis and Clark visits Boulder and notes the men are not wanted by him.
Drop out of sight as fast as called in Chouteau county district court where civil matters fade from the docket. In Havre suits,Plano Manufacturing vs Hansen ends in defendant judgement for costs after Dakota service questions. Emery vs Pepin Demars seeks 525.77 for a party wall. Pepin firmed nonpayment. Hilletran sues Scott for defamation, area rockman on Bearpaw mountains. Sands & O Keefe counsel. neighboring Ott files similar suit.
Special Dispatch reports a rare Lewistown hold up Saturday night with one man held. Police vow swift action to round up suspects as the town seeks calm after the incident.
Special snopes report from Lewistown notes the Vulcan and Erle property bonded to G. B. Crawford of Kenall for 91 dollars to be paid within eight months. Horace Hill buys Mike Riser’s interest in the Wild Goose at Kendall and will pursue remaining property value. Henry Miser, fined for violating Trail Creek water decree, will appeal to the supreme court via writ of certiorari, with hearing projected in October before Chief Justice Brantly.
Helena August 13 The total assessment of the railroads in the state for taxation is completed showing 36 119,916 higher than 1904. The increase results from extensions during the year.
The census bureau bulletin lists commercial railroad property values by state totaling over 1.2 trillion across all states with California and New York among the highest. It notes accompanying tax-valuation percentages and clarifies the figures reflect market value for wealth assessment, not guaranteed tax base. It also separates Pullman cars and private cars values and explains the measurement purpose and tax implications.
At a Park County high school trustees meeting on August 12, the board agreed to buy two adjoining lots to enlarge the building, though opposition arose within the board despite the structure’s increasing demands after only a year.
A country member deemed the price high and a motion to not purchase passed. Chairman H J Miller then offered $100 from his private purse, prompting a reversal of the decision. He gave a personal check and the purchase was completed the same afternoon. The board also added a year in chemistry and two years in German to the regular course.
Paul Gotatan of St Paul visited Cooke on his way home from mining interests there. He arranged development for several claims and reported the camp advancing steadily. The George B. Allison melt is due by the 17th, with machinery expected to be in place within a month or two to smelt thousands of tons of ore awaiting processing.
A range of 2 percent and 28 inch handles available in medium to top grades. Designs vary from natural wood to rose gold. Prices span 2 to 23 dollars, with a nice assortment from 2 to 12 dollars. View to buy.
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