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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1903
Page
3
The Anaconda Standard publishing details show daily and Sunday editions with varying subscription rates, plus a long list of branch offices and newsstand locations. It includes addresses in Anaconda and other cities, and indicates where to address general business letters to Standard Publishing Company in Anaconda, Montana.
The governor’s message to the two Montana houses calls for cautious handling of proposed fair trial and appellate review legislation. He notes past measures and urges formulating adequate remedies through petitions and deliberation, while emphasizing constitutional limits and the optional scope of additional subjects.
An Oregon firm unveils a works to package jack rabbits as a valued food product, arguing canned jack rabbit can be indistinguishable from other canned delicacies. The piece notes California rabbits as a pest driven by roundups and slaughter, while commentators praise the potential culinary use.
The piece discusses Mrs. Hearst offering to turn over the Anaconda Library to the city for permanent ownership, praising its value and urging careful municipal action. It notes past disputes, the library’s condition, and the need for prudent handling before any decision, with commentary on local governance and public interests. It also includes political notes on Senator Quay’s retirement and potential replacement by Henry Frick.
A Syracuse wedding turned into a prank as the groom, an undertaker by trade, was seized by friends during the celebration. He was handcuffed and carried from the house, breaking two front doors' glass. The crowd, belonging to the Camiles social circle, watched the staged removal unfold outside the venue.
In a comical scene a man is detained after 2 a.m. with cuffs and ashuckies lost, delaying a bridal train. Onlookers laugh as a driver observes the mayhem while hopes of a honeymoon trip fade with the departing locomotive. The piece hints at future mischief by a genom and potential nemesis with felones, invoking sardonic smiles at the driver’s expense.
Governor Toole urges the legislature to refile a proposed constitutional amendment on eight hour work and child labor rules after clerical bungling delayed submission. The measure, previously advanced in both houses, needs correct form before a general election. The governor suggests passing the act again to avoid lapse.
Helena reports the death and burial of Gen William A Senmitt in Chicago with notes on his Civil War service. Billings notes a new business instructor for public schools through Jan 3 or until a permanent teacher is found. Philipsburg lists Women of Woodcraft officers and events. Chinook bereavements mark Joan Houston age 80, one of the town’s oldest settlers, and a Thanksgiving visit by relatives. Local scenes include miners in Helena grand jury testimony, and residents of Chinook hosting guests amid holiday events.
A group including Dave Cutler and James Cones faced arraignment before U S Commissioner Brown on a charge of cutting timber on government land for special purposes. All defendants pleaded not guilty. preliminary hearing set for Friday at 9 o'clock. Bond set at 24 dollars each. Cutler and Gut nix ag?ciates remained jailed for the preliminary hearing.
A number of Deer Lodge residents plan to travel to Drummond this afternoon to attend the funeral of Mrs Harry Featherman, set for tomorrow in Drummond. Mrs Featherman died last Friday in Missoula. Her daughter, visiting in California, is expected home today. Mrs Featherman’s maiden name was Miss Sadie Gurt, a familiar Deer Lodge figure who attended local school for years.
A detective in Chicago reports the shooting of Driscoll during a clash with the tree car barn bandits in Indiana. In a police confession, Peter Neldermeier says he shot Driscoll as he rose from a railroad brack near the dugout, after a 10 day period.
An OCR fragment lists dress patterns at 6.00 and 3.25 with garbled text about materials and a stylish congeal cold ring item. The readable lines reference zibellites Scotch mixtures and swords and mention fifteen dress patterns and price contrasts.
The ad touts women’s $1.50 kid gloves as equal to higher priced imports, superbly made from genuine Alaska skins and London dyed. It claims scientific tailoring, stylish cut, and satin lining, urging them as ideal Christmas gifts and noting strong sales growth.
Readable fragments describe bleached damask cloths in lengths around 2% yards with pure finish and heavy glossy satin look. Mentions high quality patterns and a price range near 5.50 to 153.25. Includes stray terms likely advertising or catalog copy.
Bargains from the Nation section list women’s collars and trims including Lour gly dinen lace valued at 1 cent exchange. White Valenciennes measures three to five inches wide offered by the yard with cream and white options, advertised for garments.
Nellie Raymond is jailed after a police raid on a corner disreputable house near Commercial Avenue and a lickery street. The case raises questions about whether such houses can be legalized by fines and city annexation, with a trial set as authorities plan to move the matter to higher courts and a jury may be demanded.
In Bern on December 1 Dr Joseph Herreldt a social democratic member from Rostock Mecklenburg was imprisoned for a short term after being found guilty of voting theft in the recent elections.
Senitor of Rerene or Wlamtlon Wek delivers an address on the Florence Crittenton movement at Mrs Laird’s home 467 East Third Street. Mrs Barrett plans a free lecture, sharing personal experience across two continents and Montana work since the Helena Florence Crittenton home established there.
A meeting of Clan Stewart No 155, Order of Scottish Clans, elected officers for the coming term at their hall in Anaconda. Chief J. M. Knox. past chief Joan Markenzie. Innist James Pringle. chaplain OC M Sawyer. secretary A 43 Clark. financial secretary W A Taw. treasurer AL BL Gray. Arrangements were made for a smoker in the near future.
As a result of the last quarterly examination, certificates have been granted to ten teachers of Liss Courty. Those who passed in the following grades include Professional Miss Ferrera O'Donnell. First grade winners include Mary J. Trennan A. Myere Miss May McHugh Aira.
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