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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1908
Page
7
The notice announces the opening of the Principal Branch at One Bay Broadway Butte Velophona Independent tele plane 1,422. Advertising rates are furnished on application.
A chaotic listing of visitors and locals in Butte and nearby towns. Included are Dr W E Casey of 45 Oweley, Drs Cole and Tait, W Park, W R Sheldom in town from Helena, AM Stevens in Misoula, EL Sinclair of Boulder visiting Pinlen, and state auditor HR Cinnhgham as a guest at the Finlen. Also mentions Missoula registers at the Butte, chicken gravy at Pipestone Hot Springs, and various visitors from Cork to Boulder, with notes on local attractions and rail schedules. The piece reads like a community notice page with names, places, and travel plans.
A worker was badly injured near Bal mont ming after being caught under a heavy timber at 10 am yesterday. The incident occurred at Joseph School in Missoula and involved local labor and safety concerns.
A high level meeting between Western Montana lumber workers and the miners union discussed the ongoing wage dispute and controversy. A committee was formed to travel to Bonner Missoula and other western sites to conduct a thorough investigation before any union action, with aims to obtain facts from both sides and report back.
The store promotes a new fall lineup of men s jail suits with varied selections. Emphasis on correct autumn styles, fit and quality, with focus on showing the clothes before selling. They claim improved workmanship, harmonious colors, and conservative styles for the season. The message invites customers to visit and see the collection.
Western Montana lumber operations face a threatened strike confined to scattered incidents while several mills remain shut. The miners union cites unfair labor practices in timber used by the Mitts mines and seeks an investigation into whether a labor agreement is being honored. Union members were appointed yesterday and will begin work once they reach timber country, coordinating with the Philip miners union to report back on progress.
St Joseph parishioners prepare for a large parish fair in Butte set for late October with a date to be announced. Attractions include contests for an automobile, a piano, a diamond ring, and a bolt watch, plus numerous saleable items and festive decorations. Officers leading the effort are Myre A P Ke leny president, Mrs A N McBride vice president, and Mrs Peter Gallagher secretary.
Operators say harmony likely after coal miners visit Angavonda smelter and loot the lawn, then return to Dulite for a Broadway show. A conference member says no statement yet while awaiting a communication head. Miners expect more time and an amicable settlement with permits to both sides, no strike Monday.
A compact stage review says Isle of Spice delivers hearty laughs without spectacle. Audience enjoyed singing by strong chorus and standout Margaret Comstock as mother witch. The electric finale delighted as performers kept mood light. encore is expected.
James Mann 46 died unexpectedly from heart disease last evening in Butte. His body was taken to Richard A. Undertaking for funeral arrangements under the painters’ union. He was unmarried and survived by his sister Mrs Kilroy in Butte.
Arthur Lundberg seven year old son of Mr and Mrs Gua Lundberg died of diphtheria at home in Granite West street at 9 30 yesterday morning. Funeral for the child will be at 10 20 this morning at the residence. Local notices mention veterinary college and organ advertisement arising in the clipping.
The current season features Booth Tarkington and Leon Wilson’s The Man From Home at the Astor Theatre entering its second big week. The play argues that international marriages often fail, while showcasing William Tridge in a standout Broadway debut and strong supporting turns. Nearby, Mary Mannering headlines Glorious Betsy with a notable Baltimore connection, and Chauncey Olcott’s Ragged Robin earns enthusiastic notices as it tours before a midwinter return. The era’s theater scene buzzes with Roosevelts themes echoed in new works like The Square Deal, and star appearances by Douglas Fairbanks in A Girl.
A customer praises Mayer at 22 West Park for watch repairs and alarm clock service. He cites a $1 repair, $1.50 cleaning, and a long guarantee, claiming cheaper, equally good work compared with other jewelers. He notes Mayer’s willingness to replace or adjust cheaply and guarantees satisfaction at the People’s Store.
An advertisement notes discounted eyeglasses at Montana Optical Company, 22 West Park, with free lens options and prices dropping to a loss compared to regular frames. The offer targets graduates and highlights optical deals under Mayer's era.
Theater owner John Cort and the Shubert organization announce a diverse season with new plays and revivals. Mentions include Commencement Days at Boston and Broadway, The Substitute, The Alaskan, My Sweetheart revival, Isadora Duncan, and Diana of Dobson's at Savoy, plus Emilie Calve concert tours and Henry Ludlowe in November.
Two Butte men report a burglar forced entry at the residence of Frank Jones, manager of the insurance department of Stone & Booth, on West Transway. Neighbors saw a man enter by a rear window. Jones answered the police call.
Anxious inquiries reach Chief of Police as residents seek the whereabouts of Louis A. Wilson known as Puss Wilson. Height two feet two inches and formerly a shift boss at Silver Bow No. 3 in Butte. Mrs Abigail Mitchell of Hoquiam Washington worries he may be dead or hurt. Detective Larkin checks addresses and asks Wilson to contact police.
A man named Jon Ethler, injured in a car accident near Butte weeks ago, is again struck by a runaway vehicle last Saturday. He sustains serious injuries to the same shoulder from the earlier crash. The report notes severe harm and ongoing concern for his condition. Nearby, Tankh's at 41 East Park promotes a major clothing sale.
Special Telegram reports the body of Joseph Schineberger was brought to Tallon from Red Rock for viewing at the Rowe home. The funeral will be held there tomorrow afternoon, conducted by Rev. L. Rooker of the Epiphany Church. Local friends and family plan the service with interment at Mountain View Cemetery.
Naw Bllox Louisiana reports General GHNYRAL STEWART, one of the last Confederate generals, died of heart failure today at age eighty seven. In Chicago, Morgan Cooning, 13, was struck by a pitched ball and killed instantly during a ball game.
J R Dusseau a longtime resident of Montana and a noted photographer dies aged in Butte. Born in Vermont he moved west in 1863 and lived in Helena Deer Lodge and finally Butte. Survived by wife and adoptive daughter Mrs Lyons. Funeral services were held with Masonic rites and attended by hundreds.
John J Malloy a resident of Montahy aligust sites died at Murray's hospital after a brief illness. He was a member of the Livell Company and well known in the city. Survived by his brother Charles Mattey and his sister Mise Tila Mattey. The body is at Walsl'g, pending funeral arrangements.
Dan Maloney, aged 24, longtime Butte resident, died yesterday at St. James hospital from a throat disease. His parents live in Iowa. Brother Ed Maloney, formerly a photographer in Butte, left Spokane to handle the body. The body rests at Hurds and arrangements are made for funeral. It is likely the body will be shipped to the Sid home.
Missey Elen and Leilah Russell arrived home after a park trip and a hotel stop at the Grand Canyon during a holdup. They attended a victims’ indignation meeting and learned that the highwayman had been captured, though details were scarce. The notice adds an end‑month dental sale by Dr Dransite.
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