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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1903
Page
22
Oakland races feature Forest King disqualified for fouling Last Knight. Cap tain Forsee and Father Weather win their events. New Orleans cards end with Little Jack Horner, Julia Jun kin and Mad Mullah among winners as weather turns rainy and tracks stay sloppy.
The card lists weights and entrants for four races. First race five-eighths mile features Sextette The Brown Monarch Snow Cap Trossachs Escalera Doble Ora McKinney Morning Star Preakness Tamarix Lady Free Knight. Second race one mile selling includes Ponca Jose M4 Spee Calcutta He gira Mamselle Tioga Man oor Sarah Maxim Lampoon. Third race handicap three quarters of a mile lists Duncan Wreath of Ivy Cyprienne Lady Free Knight Rainland Exclamation. Fourth race one mile and 70 yards includes Fairbury Lauralighter Ancke.
Young Thomas from Butte makes a $500 challenge on behalf of Tommy Markham Utah’s 190-pound champ to fight the winner of the Siddons Lewis bout in Helena Friday night. He notes Markham has always won by clean knockout and is ready for any location.
Ghorghe Meade receives early parole from the industrial school after a court action. Authorities report dismissal of further confinement and release conditions underway.
The board of education discharged George Meade from the industrial school after four weeks, noting exemplary conduct and intent to attend school if kept at home. The first monthly industrial school expense report showed 435 dollars for salaries, keep, heat, and light.
Boston Dec 1 Marvin Hart of Louisville defeated Kid Carter of Brooklyn in a 15 round fight at the Center Athletic Club. Referee Buckley stopped the bout near the end as Carter wavered and was knocked down several times. Hart showed the edge but his power faded at times.
The district reported a record student balance with 3,578 girls and boys, and discussed room 7 heating issues. Audited bills totaled 5,750.80 for teachers payroll 16,628 for teachers and 1,758 for janitors. Sprinkling tax of 120.18 due but objected amid a tax test case. N A Forsyth from Underwood & Underwood testified to supply needs and was referred to the supply committee.
The bodies of 20 private soldiers who died in the Philippines were laid to rest with military ceremonies at Arlington National Cemetery. The remains were brought to the United States aboard the transport Sumner.
Howard Courtnay Lowerie, 66, an accomplished and highly educated musician once known in the West as a band master, died in New York City.
The United States battleship Missouri was placed in commission today at Newport News Ship Builders and Dry Dock. The ship is expected to sail tomorrow to Norfolk navy yard for preparations ahead of a southern cruise.
A witty line asserts a girl is most undeniably in love when she denies it vehemently, framing denial as a sign of guarding emotion while true affection remains evident.
The Judiciary committee reviewed numerous damage claims against Butte city including several for injuries from sidewalks and floods. Some cases were laid over for a week while others were disallowed. The committee also reviewed a plan for a rail spur crossing Grant and Gaylord streets and sought more route details before recommending a license.
H W Hill longtime Minnesota editor and state pioneer died at home in St Charles after a long illness from locomotor ataxia. A lifelong Democrat, he served in the state senate in 1808 and later helped build Minnesota and edit the St Charles Times. He was 67, survived by his wife and five children.
Poundmaster Mahoney filed November's report with the city clerk showing only three cows and three horses impounded. All cows were redeemed for $3, one horse redeemed while two were sold for $8.50, totaling $11.50 in receipts for the month.
Family of William G Dougherty requests prayers and notes of sympathy after his death. The service will be held at 2 o clock this afternoon from the family residence at 229 Williams street in North Walkerville, with thanks extended to friends and neighbors for their comfort. The message also includes acknowledgments from Mrs E Fitz Williams Mrs John Fitzwilliams Robert Fitzwilliams and Golden Fitzwilliams.
The Needlework Guild of America held an annual exhibit at the Paul Clark memorial home revealing nearly 1,500 new garments for distribution to the poor. The event drew about 150 ladies and featured tables of undergarments stockings hats and dresses. Key members reported large totals by section, and the guild decided to transfer the collection to Associated Charities for distribution.
The Associated Charities will distribute garment donations to the needy through its officers under planned schemes. On Tuesday afternoon nearby, the Needlework Guild will meet at Mrs. Mitch ell’s home in the Prentice flats to elect officers for the coming year and then rest until winter.
Lizzie Hall, a known colored woman, faces a Jailed charge of robbing Henry Dimmick of five dollars at her Pleasant alley doorway. Dimmick says she removed an eyelash then stole his money as he left. Hall denies the accusation claiming he spent the money on drinks. Judge Boyle will hear both sides this morning. Another disturbance in Mahoney alley involved Thomas Holmes alias John Jones and Agnes Sharp, with Jimmy July reporting the incident to Patrolman McDevitt.
Mayer's advertises a sale of fine cutlery with sterling and pearl handle razors and scissors. Items include two blade stiletto style pieces, nurse-style chains, and a large assortment priced from 1.00 to 4.00 dollars. The store at 65 W Park invites customers to await a souvenir opening in a few days.
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