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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 1908
Page
20
The article discusses tariff policy and free trade pressures affecting farmers and consumers. It notes the impact of price controls on markets, labor wages, and national politics, with references to Senatorial figures and party dynamics shaping reforms and economic strategy.
The Finance Committee met last night to assess city finances and consider a resolution by Allen White and Alison Cari led to changes affecting the library and assessed taxes. They discussed library expenses, the 1908 and 1917 expenditures, and the current $18,060 fund balance, with petitions for tax cuts and plans to purchase new books from library funds.
A man named Bannash died after halting to pick up a candle. A witness testified that Bannash would have escaped harm if he had not stopped at the candle drop. Wendall, who ran at the same moment, escaped injury as the warning sign of the fall sounded.
Jerry Sexton testified he examined ground near the scene and found it unsafe minutes before Hatty Rash was buried. Deputy State Mine Inspector W Trem described timber conditions as knite. Other witnesses included John Avera Patrick Tevin Drinkwater and Garth, who aided the extraction.
A community picnic is announced by the Baptists at Columbia Gardens with events for all ages. Prizes include candy and family categories, feet races for girls under 18, married women contests, and a large family prize. Donations noted from local supporters and a crowd-pleasing program set by the organizing committee.
A large turnout attended the Nit Roses carnival last night despite windy conditions. The evening offered numerous attractions, including a popular widow’s the greatest attraction tent and a steady minstrel show, with the annual trained show drawing steady patronage and a grand drawing adding to the entertainment at the city grounds. Heavy wind affected some acts as the crowd enjoyed a full program of merriment and dancing.
A cold wave hits Butte with gale winds and a thermometer drop from the prior day. Residents prepare winter wraps as a fall meeting announces 1408 09 programs and special convsions Friday at Seelock. Railroad fare promos from Livingston to Gardiner for September 1 offer cut rates. The Somnath-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Boylan dies at home on Sut ter street. funeral set for 2 PM tomorrow.
The board awarded JF Tastor a contract for the school census amid petitions from Maggie Collins mother of Michael Collins and others. Names on the list include Arthur Rowe, Cindy Mary, Murine Ewing, Margaret Maxwell, and Harriot Nelle Maguire. The decision followed a debate over contract scope and durations spanning several years.
Public notice lists tickets for a Salt Lake City round trip at fifteen dollars. Details mention limited seating at 2 North Main Street and a March or September sale window with pullman options and return dates.
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