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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1901
Page
12
Western Montana office of the Standard located at 110 West Main Street Missoula. Telephone number 118. Advertising rates furnished on application.
The varsity summer school board has approved funds to initiate the program. Officials say the grant covers start up costs and classroom needs for the upcoming session.
The Montana state board of education approves funds to launch a university summer school, expecting it to become the state’s most popular higher education feature. Missoula offers favorable climate and diverse attractions, with partners from Harvard and Johns Hopkins universities noted as benchmarks. The plan aims to expand investigations at the university and enhance the museum fossil collection through a geological expedition, building on Earl Douglas’s prior work.
A local note states that home purchases benefit the town more than out of town spending and urges residents to buy subscriptions locally. The announcement mentions a new bowling alley opening at Higgins block.
Missoula notices list times for Presbyterians Congregational Baptists Methodists and Episcopals with sermons Sunday school and Christian Endeavor meetings. Scattered details include German Lutheran and Scandinavian churches and a Christ church program with subject titles and musical offerings.
Lemley the tailor reports a pleasant trip from town and confirms Missoula street railway promoters hope to begin construction within weeks after meeting city officials in St Paul. Dr Gwinn notes a smallpox case at the poor farm, James Hayes aged 22 sent to the pesthouse, with no further outbreaks expected after quarantine and disinfection. Six-inch stove pipe advertised at McBride's.
Northern Pacific trains Nos 2 and 4 were delayed by heavy snow in Missoula. The westbound train was three hours late, and No 2 and No 4 reached their scheduled times after dinner. Meanwhile Sun Cure arrived as scheduled despite no snow plow. McHaffies opened a new store offering a wide array of goods and gear.
A woman causing a scene while drunk was brought before Justice Hayes. He released her on promise to leave town by the night train and not appear again for a year, with strict conditions and a note of leniency.
Missoula commissioners sat through sessions and adjourned until Tuesday after completing business. A read on the Hog Back petition by G E B Van Buren was laid over. A road petition from Plains, joining Canyon roads, was set for review with B Gibbs Jr Crossen and W A Catlin appointed to the board. Tax protest on scrip lands was discussed and one assessment left in place except for the contested land office item. Globe ad notes $1 sweaters selling for 38 cents.
Judge Webster held a short Missoula district court session, adopting the jury findings in Flora Smith vs Barney Smith and granting a divorce with costs to the plaintiff. Stinger & Campbell won against Morris Schlossberg for $90.25. William Streeter vs Harman & Miles set for trial. amended answer possible if plaintiff covers district court costs. Special sale notices mention men’s clothing at Chicago Bee Hive and selling ribbons and overshoes.
The advertisement claims disease aged women and promises renewed vitality. It describes dark eyes, wasted form, and loss of ambition as cured by Dr. Pierce’s Favorite Prescription and Golden Medical Discovery. Testimonials from Mrs. C Nelson of Chemawa Oregon praise renewed health and energy after two bottles. The text also notes Dr Pierce’s Common Sense Medical Adviser offered by mail for stamps.
John M. Evans, member of the state board of education, discusses proper entertainment for visitors during the State Teachers association meeting in Missoula. Local businessmen and the university gain by showcasing Montana’s university work to leading educators arriving later this month.
A business leader denounces mail order catalog shopping as harmful to local merchants. He urges readers to support nearby stores and voices concern about distant suppliers draining trade. The remark reflects broader efforts to bolster downtown commerce and curb evasive shopping practices.
In Missoula dated December 6 a discussion centers on the Duchess of Marlborough and Abigail at court. The article highlights the duchess influence, the duke’s military fame, and the dramatist Meltzer’s treatment of Sarah Jennings in a pivotal career episode just before and during key court events.
The review notes Mrs. Le Moyne carries the duchess with imperious flair in a quarrel with the queen. It praises her mastery of character and predicts the season will enhance her fame. Also mentions Globe sheet blankets 2e and Miss Ray Rockman teaching French at Florence hotel.
Two more cases of smallpox appeared at the Clinton camp, bringing the total to three as quarantine remains in effect. Names listed include Mrs. Moore and her young son. Local notes mention residents visiting Missoula from Libby Stevensville Bonner St. Regis and Vietor. Other items report births illness contract awards and civic events.
Mrs X B Rawlins of St Marys Idaho visits sister Mrs James B Stuart and brothers Cash and Cy Nicols. Harper and Baird's camp near Florence quarantined for smallpox. Mrs Powell back from Hamilton. Miss Helen Stone sails to Minnesota after word of mother's illness. Essie White sett fills school post. Franks returns from Missoula surgery. Bertha Bones visits Victor sister. Grale couple back to Hamilton. Fisher to Spokane. Rev I N Smith visits from Helena. Rev George Stewart visits Missoula. Slocum boy limb healing. Alberta May hosts Epworth reading circle. Mrs Slocum visits Florence. Thomas Clark to Kansas.
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