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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1903
Page
16
Lecture by H. M. Chandler at St Mark's Church outlines the International Brotherhood of St. Andrew. The group promotes home missionary work through prayer, service, and personal outreach, with chapters in many countries and plans for a December 14 Turner Hall dance. The Elite cafe at 117 East Park avenue provided meals.
Local Eagle lodge increased its membership by 25 to 280 during a mysterious initiation at Standard hall. The order, motto Truth liberty justice and equality, emphasizes mutual aid with a sick benefit and steadfast friendship in times of trouble. Last night’s session was social as well.
Notice states Reno and Reno have sold their stock of merchandise to Mac Callum and Cloutier Mercantile Company. Creditors are asked to present bills and all debtors must settle at once at the former business location. Signed Reno & Reno, Dee 9 1905.
H W Rodgers returned yesterday from Philipsburg where he has been attending to business in the district court. L J Schmitt of Butte was on arrival on the late train. Charles A Sheldon of Missoula is in the city attending to some business affairs.
The Elite cafe assures quick service at 117 East Park Avenue with Tom Chambers as manager.
Special Dispatch reports James Hoe was sent back to Warm Springs asylum from Billings after a five day visit with his parents. He appeared sane on discharge last Thursday but Sunday signs of mental trouble resurfaced. He attacked Dr Prickett during examination and had to be restrained by Sheriff Hubbard Under Sheriff Sayles Sergeant Hannah and five men before confinement in the city jail and later removal to the asylum with his father.
Cheyenne Wyoming December reports on an artesian well at John W Griffin’s ranch six miles west of the city reached 256 feet and released a six inch water column to 40 feet. Observers say the flow could meet Cheyenne’s water needs and a pipeline may be built to supply the city.
Washington reports the current treasury balances with an available cash balance of 226,011,992 dollars and gold reserves valued at 119,023,826 dollars.
In a U S court stipulation Lottie K Perkins administratrix of the estate of R B Perkins agrees to settle for 1400 in the suit against the Great Northern railway. Mrs Perkins claimed 25000 dollars damages for her husband killed at the Great Falls roundhouse on November 10 1902 while employed by the railway.
An advertisement explains rheumatism as a long developing blood disease powered by acids in the blood. It claims external measures fail, while S.S.S. purifies the blood and relieves symptoms. A testimonial from Urbana Ohio Aug 235 1003 praises S.S.S. for curing right elbow wrist hip and ankle pains after other treatment failed.
Reports say Colombian ships move toward the isthmus as U S authorities warn they are too small to threaten Panamanian defenses. The navy claims treaty rights protect transit and troops could land quickly if needed, with General Young indicating a regiment would suffice to support naval action if required.
The United States cruiser Atlanta patrols the eastern San Blas coast to deter any Colombian troops landing on the isthmus and to learn if Indians know troop movements. The gunboat Lan croft left to guard the western end in cooperation with the Atlanta.
At a city council meeting in Lewistown the night watchman post left by John Raw was filled by David Atchinson in a unanimous vote. City salaries for the attorney marshal treasurer and clerk were raised by ten dollars monthly. The council discussed water service for Montana Railway Co with a contract for twenty five dollars monthly until a standpipe is built, then fifteen dollars if only one engine uses water. Consideration of a new city hall continued as the present building remains inadequate. City Treasurer Gordon Shafer reported a generally sound finances with balances in general fund nine funds totaling over four thousand dollars across general water sewerage road fire library water works and sinking funds.
John A. Drake and wife J. J. Mackenzie of Chicago with Henry I. Goss and M. Goss of Centerville Iowa arrived in Lewistown and then went to Gilt Edge for a two week stay. Drake, owner of the Gold Reef mine, notes the property is in good shape after paying 500000 dollars two years ago.
Special Dispatch to the Standard reports Harry Magers died Sunday after a long illness described as miners discussed consumption. The funeral occurred today under the auspices of the Improved Order of Red Men, of which Magers was a member.
A promotional appeal urges catarrh sufferers to use Peruna with a tablespoonful after meals and at bedtime for 30 days, then write to Dr. Hartman in Columbus Ohio for personalized guidance. It promises prompt, free advice and a free 64 page illustrated book, citing endorsements and the possibility of cures in months.
The report details Davis clashing with Beirut authorities over Attarian's embarkation. Davis was accused by officials in Alexandretta of forcing entry to a guardhouse after two police were injured, then leaving for Beirut when demands were not met.
Lewistown Dec 9 Ed Vaughn arrested last Wednesday for breaking into Walter J Wells clothing store has developed insanity and will likely be examined by Judge Cheadle for mental condition instead of a trial. His dementia is nonviolent, he mutters constantly and plots escapes. Vaughn came from Gallatin county where he worked for Cruse Anthony cattle ranch. Examination will be held when Judge Cheadle returns from Helena.
A dispatch from Kendall reports the Barnes King mine produced about 17,400 dollars in a semi monthly run, despite a week long mill shutdown for new machinery. The monthly output stands at 49,000 dollars with ore reserves to run the mill at 250 tons daily for three years.
In Helena in December Judge Knowles sentenced Jerry Big Plume to days in the county jail in a federal case. The ruling concludes the court action against the named individual in this jurisdiction.
Red Lodge Dec 9 George Ruger formerly of Bozeman and now a ranch hand is in the county jail under arrest. Gus Lightfoot accuses him of unlawful relations with his wife. Ruger was arrested last night by Marshal James McAllister and Night Watchman John Dunn without a warrant. County Attorney Caswell will file the charge on his return from Bridger.
The second annual meeting of Black Diamond Coal Mining Company stockholders will be held at the office of M. J. FitzPatrick at 111 East Commercial Avenue Anaconda Montana on December 4 1908 at 730 pm to elect trustees for the ensuing year and to consider making the stock assessable and to transact any lawful business that may come before them.
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