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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1903
Page
9
Fragmented grocery item list shows beef pork and steak prices with inconsistent spellings and missing quantities. Reads like a price sheet with items such as corned beef ham bacon ribs and roasts and unclear weights and units.
In Park county a Montana promoter tied to Butte and San Francisco circles has promoted a new mineral with strange luminous properties. Alfred Fitch of Santa Cruz and colleagues tested ore resembling copper oxide, emitting sparks when scratched and showing potential for light and electrical use. Researchers weigh gold, silver, copper and rare elements, with experts split on radium claims and practical extraction.
A historical account describes a mineral discovery in Montana involving copper arsenate ore and the Johnston brothers at Buacte. It notes tests on a sample from the Cyiller nin fork wind site, compares ore color and hardness to a Gallvorak mine sample, and mentions claims of ore conductivity and potential battery use.
O Bergstrom, a noted Butte artist and musician, purchased the Galena gold mine from William Caysley for 27000 in cash. The mine in Madison county was leased to G Th Wyant for 18 months with two months elapsed. The Galena shows ore with value and silver lead content. a shaft reaches 10 feet with ore shipments expected to continue. Bergstrom estimates the property value between 80000 and 420000, noting the vein strength and ownership clear despite prior dredging and option arrangements.
M M Miller formerly a Butte merchant has moved to Dawson Alaska to pursue mining. He reportedly built substantial wealth since arrival and plans to share mine output with partner Aim. Other Butte investors hold fractional interests, with dealings expected to extend into next year.
Carry and Hills sons paused winter work on mining claims near Cahorhie gardens but plan to return next spring. Copper veins and promising ore bodies, depths over ten feet, water present, heavy machinery prepared for season. The Corey family and others have long worked the area, with geologic conditions to study before deeper follow up.
Peter Kendrick, a key figure in Sailor's Dream mine, reports ongoing development in underground chambers. About 4,000 tons of ore remain to be processed, with plans to expand operations as funding and legal steps near completion. The mine chief notes blocks by the pre in the shaft and anticipation of improved ore output as work continues toward spring.
The Montana Tonopah Mining Company board met in Salt Lake City and declared a dividend of 10,000 dollars, about 0.40 per share on 35,000 shares. The transfer closes January 15, with funds distributed five days later. Local stockholders in Pony district Madison County hold strong stakes, notably the Morris family. The firm operates at Tonopah Nevada for under two years, with ore values near four thousand dollars per carload, and reported rich ore potential from development work.
Articles filed in Carbon county show Rear Creek tent company formed to develop coal veins in Tent creek district. Incorporators include Christian Yegen af Willings F M Gallagher civil engineer B S E Walls Walter E Lamport Robert Leavens and Lilian A Yerkes assistant cashier at Carson County Bank. Capitalization 200000 with 100 share par value. each incorporator holds 10 shares. Company aims to own 490 to 300 acres of coal land on Beny ereel and build a wagon road. District coal land totals 13000 to 15000 acres. Montana Coal and Iron holds 6000 acres Anaconda Mining 3000 Northwestern Improvement 1890 and Hear Creek nearly 500. Rutle Rod and Gun club to pay 248 for recovery of May Wright and Bridger Williams. Secretary SMEHL. Orion Bros. advertises pianos and organs at 215 N Main, Hiytle.
A fragmented sermon discussion explores the life of a hesitant convert, contrasting pride and conscience with Paul’s apostolic example and urging immediate decisive faith. It surveys how prestige, doubt, and entertainment hinder genuine Christian commitment.
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