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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1902
Page
2
An obituary notice indicates the death of Mrs H L Walker and states the funeral is expected to be held in Fort Benton. The brief item notes arrangements are pending and local residents are invited to attend as announced.
Helena mourns the sudden death of Mrs. Harry J. Walker at 9 am. The former Elizabeth Duer, she and Mr. Walker married September 11, 1901 in Fort Benton and recently moved to 216 East Sixth Avenue Helena. The funeral may be in Benton. arrangements not announced.
Helena Aug 18 Missoula county is advanced to the third class as total property valuation tops 10 000 000 by 26 849 Despite county board cuts the railroad assessment pushed Missoula above the threshold This shifts salary hikes of 1000 annually for the sheriff and treasurer and affects county auditors as well.
The report notes optional employment and a salary of 1750 dollars for one person, with several departments added and other principal officers receiving annual advances of 250 dollars.
Helena August 18. Montana may seek a law to regulate fraternal benevolent societies now ungoverned by statute. Insurers support a statute to protect insureds and curb unethical conduct. State Auditor Calderhead has urged the Ancient Order of United Workmen to address the issue at its meeting in Flint.
Special correspondence from Dillon reports Pearl J. Smith of Crystal Graphite says development at Axe canyon mines near Dillon is advancing but a mill will be needed to separate graphite from country rock. The Bird's Nest tunnel reaches 150 feet. Ground Hog at 120 feet with nine claims showing graphite traces throughout. Reports of a Hecla ore find are denied. smelter work paused. hopes for Lion Mountain ore remain. F. L. Linton of Omaha tours Golden Era property. 160 acre claim filings by E. L. Hall and others noted on Medicine Lodge nearby.
Great Falls August 18 The Royal Milling company plans a grain elevator at Belt to receive crops from Belt Highwood and Kibbey regions. W M Atkinson says the facility will be modest in size and help market local grain though prices will reflect freight differences with Belt. Harvests were hindered by hail but Belt area damage appeared light.
In Helena on August 18 the first creditors hearing was held before Referee S. A. Balliet. One claim was presented by Eugene T. Wilson as receiver of Merchants' National Bank. Fred W. Agats was appointed trustee with a $1,500 bond furnished.
Special dispatch from Helena Aug 18 reports the Deer Lodge state prison contracts will not receive new state cash until the next legislature. Bills totaling $5,980.75 for August were approved only up to the depleted fund, with $4,688.40 remaining. The state board of examiners outlined monthly payments and anticipated delayed funding through February.
A. O. Nelson and partners from Stillwater Minnesota plan to buy Sam Dean and adjacent mines. Nelson arrives in Great Falls and will inspect the properties before paying 50 000 dollars. They aim to employ hundreds of miners, set up a washing plant, and reach about 300 workers within 90 days producing over 1000 tons daily for Great Falls and statewide markets.
Charles Farris and Fred Morris were released from the federal penitentiary after the Supreme Court Deming decision. Both sentenced in Manila to life terms for murder, they served as volunteers tried by a court-martial of regular army officers.
Readers are urged to try Dr Kilmer's Swamp Root for kidney liver and bladder troubles. A free sample bottle and an informational book are offered by mail to those who mention the newspaper. Address Dr Kilmer Co Binghamton NY. Mention the paper. Available in 50 cent and dollar sizes at drugstores.
In Ploudaniel Folgeet and St Moen Brittany authorities face fierce local resistance as gendarmes attempt to close the last unauthorized sister schools. Defenders repel breach attempts with barricades and hymns. after hours of struggle, Ploudaniel and Folgeet close, St Moen expelled. a commissary is wounded. Commandant Leroy Laduroc of the 19th Infantry is arrested for refusing an order to assist.
Attorney General James Donovan announced an appeal to the Montana Supreme Court in the Mutual Life Insurance Co. of New York v Charles H. Martien case. The suit challenges taxes on insurer business and the seizure of property to pay delinquent taxes, with a temporary injunction blocking sale pending merits.
Congressmen Babcock Hall and Overstreet met with President Roosevelt at Oyster Bay for talks on the fall campaign. Overstreet and Hull hold Republican committee roles as Babcock chairs and Sullivan discusses Philippine church policy with the president. Rixeys, guests yesterday, depart for Washington.
Edward L. Hageman and Ena Loundegin eloped in Helena Aug 18 with Judge Clements officiating. District court judge also issued a license to Clayton Wells Moore of Wallace Idaho and Edna Arena Hills of York Montana.
Joseph Colligan of Pony and Myrtle Diamond of Pony married Sunday by Justice of the Peace O'Donnell at the residence of Mrs. S. O. Walter 414 Breckenridge street in Helena.
The Nordenskjold expedition led by Prof Otto Nordenskjold is imprisoned in Antarctic ice after sailing from Othensburg on October 16 1901. The crew’s health remains excellent and preparations are under way to move by dog sledges. News arrived via Buenos Ayres via the Secolo.
The late Senator James McMillan's will leaves an estate valued between six and ten million dollars. Bequests include 1000 each to the Home of the Friendless Woman's Hospital Foundling Home Free Hospital Association and the Little Sisters of the Poor. Grace Church receives 10000. His Jefferson Avenue home goes to his widow with a life interest in Eagle Point property.
In Glasgow Aug 18 Ed ward Shufelt faces a district court trial for the February 15 saloon shooting that killed Henry Thompson known as Long Henry. Juror pools are exhausted and extra venires issued as the panel struggles to reach a jury. Shufelt claims self defense and Thompson's alleged threats are noted.
Helena August 18 Professor G Aughey of Spokane reports the Flathead oil fields east of the divide are rich in high grade petroleum. He demonstrates gas ignition from drilled holes, predicts oil flow within 500 feet, and notes Spokane capitalists will send a drilling outfit to the east side within a month to accelerate development.
Helena August 18 report says a Knights of Pythias gathering ended in disappointment with low attendance and unfulfilled expectations. The article notes local leaders and members, including lodge officials, expressing frustration over turnout and arrangements.
Members of Myrtle lodge gathered in a large room tonight to greet Grand Chancellor Carlo Galiger of Butte. The committee that visited the train to meet him returned with news that he did not arrive.
Four entities filed incorporation papers in Helena on August 13. Red Bird Mining Co. seeks a 1.5 million dollar capital to operate in Lewis and Clark county with incorporators R A Punches and others. Grey Eagle Ditch Co. plans to divert Yellowstone River water, capital 2 million, office in Billings with J M V Cochran and others. Meagher County Republican Co. has 2.5 thousand dollar capital to publish at White Sulphur Springs. Dibble-Winner-Goodwin Co. of Marshall Minnesota filed charter for 50 thousand dollar capital with Dawson county ranch assets. Charles P. Goodwin of Culbertson to manage Montana operations.
Despite no quorum, Helena School Board President William G. Bailey announced that the Helena schools will open on Monday September 8. He urged submitting the action for ratification and noted teachers abroad on vacation were asking when classes start. He denied a September 15 opening.
An answer was filed in the U S court in the case United States vs Guy L Rood stockman of Dawson county charged with fencing government land. Rood denies ownership by the United States and that he unlawfully fenced the area. The filing cites Lots 1 and 2 and the south half of the northeast quarter of section 2 as long held by William Hasty as a homestead with a fence placed by Hasty.
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