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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1901
Page
14
A muted incident unfolds as a lone robber meets a rough reception. silent bystanders report a failed attack and a quick retreat. Authorities note the suspect sustained minor injuries and fled the scene, leaving unknown loot behind. Public safety officials urge caution in travel corridors.
A highwayman knocked down a stranger near the Brunswick and Dickinson area at 2:30 AM and took 72 dollars from the man’s vest pockets. Police hunt the suspect, noted to resemble a prior attacker on Mrs. Smith on Harris Street.
The Globe store in Missoula announces its last holidays as a leading merchant and invites shoppers to a selling out sale starting Monday offering half price or less on a wide range of holiday goods. Items include albums shaving sets jewelry silk mufflers dress goods dolls and numerous other items with deep discounts. Early shoppers gain the best picks and half price on many presents.
County Superintendent Kate Shelley completes apportionment of the general fund showing a lower mills assessment this year due to new legislation. Despite reduced base, districts gain from special levies. table lists districts and allocations for 6 to 21 year olds. Also notes sickness of Tony Hescher, brother-in-law of Antone Weigert, longtime Missoula shoemaker.
President Craig's annual report shows 253 students enrolled excluding the school of music and the summer science program, while including those departments pushes total above 300 for the year ending Dec 1, the highest in the institution's history. Expenditures stayed within the appropriation despite occasional hindrances. All the latest books of fiction at Me Hamie's.
Missoula December 18 Raymond Saile a South Missoula resident was brought before Judge Hayes to answer a third degree assault charge. He claimed a boy jumped on his horse and cutter, prompting Saile to grab the lad by the cap and pull out a handful of hair. The boy’s father swore to the complaint and Saile pleaded not guilty. Trial set for tomorrow.
Two Northern Pacific telegraph officials from St Paul visit to oversee wiring for the new depot. Ten workers string new poles and wires as a main line installation progresses, with a large crew planned next week. Tracks and the dispatchers office will move into the new station after completion.
Western Montana Placer Mining Company hearing set for December 44. Boehler Hanson case motion to strike set for December 14. Cowell Dixon Snowstorm Mining demurrer set for December 14. Water company case against Williams et al demurrer set for December 14. Alex Perreault case set for December 28.
Missoula reports two land office decisions affirming dismissal of entries by Tenna M. Brower and William J. Tiedt for Lake Como land held as forest reserve. Contestees appealed to the general land office and were upheld. they argue withdrawal required congressional action, which was not done. Time to appeal to the interior secretary is noted.
Our holiday display showcases watches clocks jewelry and silverware with quality variety and reasonable prices. The store invites customers to compare goods and prices and promises to reserve gifts for Christmas.
William Crawford visits from Clinton as Little Widow mining claims report no new strike. Ore remains steady and promoters expect richer lead soon. Porter mines receive a new boiler and a hoist will be installed at 300 feet. T A Burger oversees smallpox patients with one current case, Mr Moore's son, improving and due to recover next week.
Visitors from the west end including cattleman Charles St. Gibbs spent several days in Missoula for the Robicau murder trial. Gibbs predicts Plains and Thompson will grow, aided by crops and cattle business.
Missoula reports a brief power outage as the Bonner electric light plant, shifted to steam power due to low Big Blackfoot river water, shut down for repairs after a night of operation. The Gem theater runs with The Swedish Nightingale and other acts drawing crowds, including Mise Hagel and performances by Jones, Raville, Morton, and Fairfield.
Missoula hosts two Hope Idaho gentlemen seeking a site for a sash and door factory and possible large lumber yard. If approved the project would create a payroll and boost the local economy with a spring construction start.
Willis returns to Plains. Wyman Ellis visits from Helena Horn to Missoula. G W Thompson of Elliston visits. Otto Neubert from Hall guest in the city. Hamilton pair stay at Florence. DAutremont visits Stevensville. Superintendent Russell on business at Clark's Fork. H F Ruger visits Missoula. Ek N Wood of Hennessy store in Butte visits. Dr Dodd of Butte to be at Florence hotel next week for consultations. Dense fog. electric lights dim like candles. Switchman Campton from Helena at railway hospital with rheumatism. Public Administrator Nesmith seeks letters of administration for John Vickers estate. Express car accident Friday No. 3. No. 1 tonight with express. Norman E Carter and talking machine amuse Congregator Sunday school. George Brown Jr of Nine Mile operated on. right nose obstruction removed. Rev I N Smith of Helena in the city with Dr A D Raleigh history project. John Flatley injured in wreck, leg amputated, improving. Remains of Campbell Dalgelish pass through for burial in Florence. Frank Nase, ex-Anaconda now in St. Louis, notes St. Louis prosperity and upcoming exposition plans.
Missoula report says only three or four typhoid patients remain at the Sisters Hospital after a season with 180 cases and nine deaths. Howas, Jeff Gillespie recovering from appendicitis under Dr Spottswood, and Clay Gunn near full recovery. Walt for opening display of holiday goods and toys Monday at half prices.
In Missoula Montana on the 15th trains of the Northern Pacific are running late due to severe snowstorms and cold. Train No 3 is underperforming and No 4 is often delayed reaching from the west by dinner time. The Sun Cure stalled on a yard curve for several minutes before being moved into the station.
Baptiste Robieau, a convicted murderer, asks a Standard reporter to convey his sincere thanks for kindness shown during trial and after arrest. He notes jail officers treated him well and that he has many friends in the country. Also mentions Christmas tree decorations at Emsley’s and Ji-jay Peppard’s return from two and a half years in South America, with mining connections.
The local executive committee of the State Teachers Association expects another meeting next Wednesday evening in Missoula. Attendance is urged as the event nears, with plans for eastern book concerns and other exhibitors. Visitors from the former meeting praised Missoula hospitality and expect to bring more attendees.
The eighth grade pupils under Principal J V Williams at the south side school plan an elaborate programme before Christmas. It will be held in the top story of the south side school building on a Friday or Monday. It includes musical numbers a play and drills. A similar programme is planned by Miss Ram er at the central school on Friday. Higgins Block bowling alley opens.
In Missoula on December 13 a hunting party including two women, one a Missoula citizen, wandered in the Mitten mountain area after sunset. They found a woodcutter's cabin, received care through the night, and then made their way back to town. Nearby ads note corset sales at The Globe storefront.
Missoula reports David Graham, contractor, came back from a hunting trip to the Houston mines at St. Regis with no game to show and no story to tell. He is described as an excellent rifle shot who has hunted since childhood. Dr. Gwinn, a physician and aurist, is mentioned briefly.
The cold spell welcomes ice men and the railroad, which store and cut hundreds of tons of ice yearly. Thickening ice prompts packing plans, with the company aiming to produce more ice this year than last. Latest novels, cloth bound, at Lister's.
Mr and Mrs Thomas Pearce returned from Detroit Minnesota after learning of the illness of Mr Pearce’s father who suffered a stroke and died before the son’s arrival The deceased was 0 years old and had enjoyed good health prior to the illness
Missoula dispatch notes Officer George Kendall visiting the Bonita mineral district where several claims show strong prospects. Prospectors report the showings are gratifying to the owners and potential mining activity may follow.
Missoula on December 13 reports a lively sleighing night with many residents outdoors. Groups of youths secure four horse sleds, use megaphones, and sing merry tunes as couples ride together in the festive air.
A grand masquerade ball is announced for January 1 with details limited to the event name and date. No venue or hosts are specified in the readable text.
In Missoula on December 13 the District Court handled only light probate matters. The session included a demurrer in the case of Van Storebafaist versus Unknown party, with proceedings wrapping up shortly thereafter.
The Brotherhood of Scandinavians met in Missoula on December 12 to elect officers for the coming term. Elected were Andrew Nelson president J P Oleson vice president H Oleson secretary Nels Peterson financial secretary Aug Anderson chaplain Gus Broman treasurer Robert Johnson conductor.
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