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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Dec 03, 1903
Page
11
An advertisement touts Lutey's as having remarkably low prices on fresh meats and groceries. It highlights prime rib roast, lamb, corned beef, roast beef, and various steaks, urging readers to mail orders to Lutey Bro.
The college of cardinals will select a new bishop for Montana from six nominees sent by Montana bishops and the state consultors. Local Catholics in Butte and Anaconda circulated a petition urging a St Paul priest be appointed, prompting mixed reaction among clergy and laity about interference in church affairs.
A jocular mamercial agent from the Milwaukee and Saint Paul Railroad faces a wary student as she asks about a Bible. The agent declines to share the Bible, citing a test rule. The exchange occurs near routes and towns including Oxford and Dewey.
The article notes a planned project on the Northern Montana reservation to build a dam and canal system across 170 acres. Mad Mantis, a project advocate, states authorities will begin work near a 14 mile corridor with the aim of securing water for farming and settlement in the region.
A man from New York was arrested on a charge related to a large stock scheme involving mining property in Alaska. The complainant, John Laughlin of Burtate, alleges the man offered $1.4 worth of stock to Laughlin as part of the deceit. Details are unclear due to garbled text.
A lengthy, lively report from Bath to Helmville describes cattle conditions, hay stocks, and ranching activity. It notes a 120 head herd in fine shape, notable sales of steers, and rich pasture conditions. The piece also mentions local dances, entertainments, turkey raffles, and social gatherings with hostesses serving wine while community cheer fills the season. The text references farm operations, water quality, and a wave of exchanges and plans amid a busy agricultural calendar.
A damaged clipping reports a large fire on Kinmundy’s business block destroying a half block. It mentions Dee Streeday, Odd Kellpee, and welding work at a temple, plus several stores. A separate item notes Timothy Murphy found guilty of extorting from Herman Lvel for ending strikes at the Martha Warrington hotel.
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