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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1902
Page
14
A readable fragment notes Western Montana teens engaging in a state alert effort amid unspecified events. Notable names or exact actions are unclear in the text, but the item centers on youth involvement and an official sounding push for awareness.
A board meeting concluded with plans to tax and regulate a consignment business. Commissioners discussed scope and implications for local merchants and residents. The decision sets a framework for future oversight and enforcement actions.
The county board continued its meeting agenda, approving officers including county attorney Charles H. Wall and county treasurer Wringle among others. Reports of the county clerk, constable, and sheriff were reviewed. Tax matters included refund of $10,676 to T. M. Cobban and partial reductions on Ja M Evans parcels. The board adjourned to meet on December 8.
Missoula churches announced Sunday schedules with multiple denominations. Christian church at corner Cedar Washington lists morning service at 9 30, later sermons. Presbyterian and Congregational churches publish worship and Sunday school times. Holy Trinity offers Holy Communion and evening prayers. Methodist services, First Church of Christ Scientist and others provided times for matins, Sunday school and youth events.
Correspondenre from Standard notes county officials report total delinquent prop erty taxes and fees collected by County Treasurer Burk Japhery. The largest payers include Vand a Capper Mintek and Ravalli Land and Irrigation Co. Glanntout Milling Co. is listed among top taxpayers. Court costs for the period totalled 106 with various filings and hearings, including Matt Blindauer’s hearing on a gambling house charge.
A garbled listing of mining claim notices appears, naming Tavauon, Twar Hoar, Cuvier Jom, and multiple others. It references claims, interests, and corporate names in a long, error-filled notice of mining property and consolidation actions filed in the county clerk’s office.
A Missoula notice reports Chief Lars new policy enforcing behavior limits on street activity and public rides. The ordinance will be strictly enforced to regulate conduct in the city.
The Mianters of Le Mareed Toggde's Whist clui held an event at Mr and Mrs J W Lister's home this evening. About 2 were present in the parl during the gathering. Prizes were awarded for the highest scores.
Mrs Chapman was adjudged insane this afternoon by Judge Webster after testimony from her husband. The couple had a long disputed history, including accusations of malintention and property transfers. Doctors noted nervous fatigue and the court ordered treatment plans with potential relocation for rest. The proceedings also touched on divorce actions and mining company matters pending in the same session.
Missoula notes list residents and visitors including John Eplin of Ducky, Maude Walkers of Victor, and George Ny Suma from Massachusetts visiting Missoula. Items mention illnesses, travel from Hot Springs and Deer Lodge, and local business visitors such as Ante Meawatt.
Missoni presents a program at the Union Opera House inviting all to attend this anticipated event. The hall is expected to fill as attendees enjoy a performance described as perhaps the most impressive yet rendered. Family connections and local figures are noted in the surrounding mentions of attendees and sponsors.
The November treasurer’s report lists cash on hand, receipts from district court fines, special district funds, road and local funds, school orders, and taxes. Total receipts and disbursements culminate in a balance of 245 683.03. The Wing’s Daughters’ society plans a meeting Monday December 8 at Mrs A B L Tlei’s home 229 East Pine Street at 2 p.m. with a social to follow.
In Missoula Hughes Creek placer work continues with Nelson reporting daily progress and plans to mine dust during spring. Nearby Roel Mountain Telephone officials await bids for upper quarrels while Missouri district land entries emerge and prospecting firms pursue patents on mineral claims as seasonal activity ramps up.
Vagrants appeared before the palive court today. Annie Hal pleaded guilty to disturbing the peace and paid a fine and costs. Due to increased demand for a certain commodity, plans were announced for expansion in Miazoula, W. OH.
Construction plans on West Cedar street shift from two to three stories, adding about $5,000 to the project. Local notes mention church sermons and vacations, with Rev. J W Lenett preparing for a time away, while others plan talks and services in Missoula. Water notice warns of higher pressure this week and urges residents to check plumbing, notably kitchen taps.
Two months after tending scarlet fever cases in Helena a woman died this afternoon after a 21 hour illness. Physicians disagree on the cause of death. Dr Atoll and Wilson will perform an autopsy tonight on the remains.
Officer Mower prevented Thomas Redding from harming himself with a knife as he, heavily under the influence, slashed his clothing after drawing 300 from the First National Bank. Redding, who has been drinking for weeks, showed weak attempts to harm himself until discovered. Larry Dufield, a friend, took charge to help him sober up.
MeLaia, a sheepman and rancher, suspects a deliberate poisoning at his Bull Mountains sheep camp. Two men fell ill after eating bread baked at the camp. authorities test bread suspected to be poisoned. A dog died after being fed the bread as a test, prompting plan to analyze remaining loaf in town for poison evidence.
Dec 4 Billings police search for a man who stole a suit of clothes from a room in a lodging house above the Owl saloon. The bartender who shared the upstairs room with a stranger woke to find the thief gone and the clothes missing.
A contested political note from London reports the Earl of Dudley discussing with authorities a possible royal move to Ireland. The dispatch mentions Kennedy, Dickie, and Kennedy's proof being accepted, with references to special dispatches and the British capital newsroom sources.
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