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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Dec 03, 1902
Page
4
County commissioners weigh bids and discuss financing for the county poor farm project. O'Leary, long in charge of poor relief, may seek renewal as work on the farm continues to unfold. Some officials expect reduced costs under his administration next year.
Members of the Socialist club of Anaconda showed strong interest in a pro recount of votes from the general election. The discussion indicated the matter would continue with further action or inquiry.
The Anaconda socialist party members discuss pursuing a recount, hoping it would show larger majorities for their candidates. The debate centers on ballot and counts as anticipation grows among labor supporters during the organization’s meeting.
Visitors increasingly inspect the Back to Coal company properties north of Ana City, especially on Sundays. Prospects for the coal mine are brightening as the coal vein in the tunnel has widened by several feet in recent days. The shaft vein remains well defined, with most water pumped out.
Godard's toys, Ulrich plumbing, Mins Walker's sale, social dances, and various classified notices fill a Montana city page. People seek work, services, events, and groceries. tours from New York and St Louis appear alongside house rentals, clothing, and crafts.
Local unrest surrounds Chief Taylor and patrolman Fred Ganger after a Monday afternoon clash. Witnesses describe a physical altercation over an argument about bottom protection and a bruise near Ganger’s eye. Doctors say Taylor’s ankle injury is not serious. investigations by the police committee proceed as residents call for clarity.
An antic atmosphere surrounds the Brett production. The opera centers on Princess Chic of Normandy and Charles the Bold, with Louis XI of France and court figures as supporting roles. A 30 member chorus depicts hunters and peasants as the plot unfolds at Charles the Bold’s Burgundy château. A petition for letters of administration for Peter ton in the matter of kennan will be heard at Woodock on the 13th.
Until Police Taylor can resume duties, Assistant Chief of Police Brien will assume the role. John Marehton served as acting chief yesterday while the assistant chief, who leads the night force, was off duty overnight.
John Jacob Astor announces in Scientific American that all his patents on marine turbines are dedicated to the public. He describes a twin screw, funnel shaped turbine with inner and outer shafts and opposite rotating blades, intended to speed development and reduce hull stress, though no engine has yet been built.
At the meeting of Clan Jo S.C. hell last evening the officers elected for the ensuing year include Sonn MacKenge tanist John Pehla M. Sawyer secretary James P. Christie fina secretary W. A. Law treasurer Andrew F. Gray senior henchman James Pringle junior henchman Archie Blark senechal Alex Burefet warden J. M. Jamieson sentinel Donald Morr.
Amusements notes announce seating arrangements starting Friday for Kirke Ta Sholle's dashing performance of The Princess Chic featuring Margaret Monday. The program promises notable quality of music and lyric lines along with spirited stage presentation.
An advertisement proclaims exclusive access to the Le E. Waterman Fountain Pen, warning competitors sellables as imitations. It touts the genuine item at $25 and a $5.08 offer, with a full money back guarantee.
A New York sum recounts a duck hunting scene where a skilled caller and a boy coaxed ducks toward a boat using patent decoys and vocal cues. An observer fox and muskrat add color to the tale as the ducks respond to an apparently perfect decoy call. The narrative highlights the hunter’s art and the caller’s influence on game.
A chilly day scene describes water fowl activity with a northern diver lured by a red flag and noise in the water. Moose and deer are noted near axe work, with occasional fatal bull moose charges. Reported accident details mention Mrs Fisher and her son struck by debris from rough waves while returning home near Mendenhall.
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