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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1914
Page
4
A section man named Benjamin Rosiand was killed when he rode a handcar with a partner near Hodges, about 20 miles east of the city. The man’s head was crushed and the other rider escaped by jumping as steam obscured the locomotive pilot and delayed the five hour late arrival of train No. 1.
Deputy game warden Harry Morgan was transferred from Sere to upper Mion county, with Dan Halford of Boulder replacing him. Grace Norris visited Gold Creek, trustees plan a new schoolhouse, and locals discuss Great Falls Milwaukee line activity. Fisher miner faces surgery, J C Duffy tallies game killed, and Norton brothers head to Twin Bridges.
The Livingston Music Club with the symphony orchestra presented a strong concert at the high school auditorium. Performers included the West Side School first grade choir, Miss Coggeshall, Prof Jacques Mustert, and the Episcopal Church choir. The Park County high school team elected John McLaughlin as captain and plan a trip to Big Timber for a rematch after a 18 to 2 defeat. The Northern Pacific closes Electric station near Gardiner. Beginning Jan 4 exams for all ranks and ten will be held as usual with officials giving instructions.
In a special morning session Missoula council appointed Wale Lace as city attorney to retire on council duties. Montana Municipal League gathering in Great Falls this week cited. Smallpox quarantine orders were issued by Dr. E Anderson as a protective measure.
Fragmented OCR text indicates officials in the city and county have sent out notices. Details are unclear due to garbled words likely from scanning.
Missoula December 11 members of the sheriff force found at Mason the man thought to be John McDonald of Anaconda. After washing and shaving he bears a resemblance to McDonald. He is said to be from Dakota and recently out of work with a limp and impaired sight. Officers call him the dirtiest man seen in the county and note erratic conduct leading to suspicions of insanity. The description matches John McDonald of Anaconda who disappeared from his home there last December.
William A. Wells, a prominent saloonkeeper and stockman in Eastern Montana, was found dead at his ranch on Saxe creek after drinking carbolic acid. Authorities say marital troubles, from which he had recently separated, contributed to his despondency. The body was brought to Billings for burial as friends mourn.
In Hamilton on Saturday a crowd watched Victor high school beat Corvallis high 35 to 8 at the Victor opera house. Browning of Hamilton visited Missoula Sunday. Deputy Waldo of Darby returned after a business trip. Mr and Mrs Watkins of Matine Town are visiting Charles Irvine. Charles Ronnaker turned himself in after Dr Getty treated his fractured skull cause by an axe handle blow to the boy's father. Hollock's son suffered severe injuries from a 29 foot fall in an elevator shaft and is in hospital while he attends college in Hel. Mr and Mrs Harry Gahagan plan to depart December 19 for the East to visit during Christmas. George Truxbury of Victor visited Hamilton yesterday.
Belgrade December 15 notices announce higher telephone rates under a proposed end to the dual system. Old subscribers are exempt except business houses now taxed 2.50 dollars per month. Also reported are travel notes: Mrs. M W Penwell’s return from Stockton and visits by Mr and Mrs Robert Chamberlain. Maggie Cable travels from Pass Creek to Rock Creek to visit her mother. The Brichett couple plan winter residence in Bozeman, and Oscar E Pennell returns to a Riv erside ranch near Toston.
In Three Forks on December 15 residents attended the Episcopal bazaar and visited in town. Several visitors from Lewistown Bozeman Belgrade and Butte were noted, including updates on family matters and a party at Mrs Krider’s homestead. A Deer Lodge escapee was captured here and returned to Deer Lodge by an officer.
Selma A. Meagher files for divorce from Charles Fr Meagher in district court alleging cruelty and non support. She seeks custody of their one minor child. She is daughter of A C Anders Nine prominent local businessman and the Meaghers once lived in Butte.
Helena December report by Dairy Commissioner A G Scholes counts Montana dairy products at 4 500 000 value for the year with butter milk cheese and ice cream figures. He criticizes state dairy inspections as inefficient and urges more deputies licensing dairies and annual business reporting by creameries and cheese factories to improve sanitation and tax support.
In Hogan's alley night session a jury found Hill guilty of armed hold up and sentenced him to two years in state prison. McVane case then John Hin heard by special jury for cabin assault on two Roumanians. Hypolito Merino charged with grand larceny for stealing a horse from Arthur Hutts and taking it to Idaho Falls. Overton Stensell slated for grand larceny after alleged slaughter of a steer belonging to Paul Presentl.
Bozeman December 1 funeral services for Mrs Foerschler were held at the First Methodist Church where she had been a member for many years. Born in New York on 22 years ago she married George Foerschler in August. Fire damaged the ranch home of Rose near Roseman with loss of furniture and milking machinery valued around 4000 dollars. Sheriff from Fargo, Ernest Evenson left with Nic Druomen after securing payrolls through Governor Stewart. A man named Sokacatanhattan was arrested on information and kept in county jail for desertion and non support of his family.
The Fergus Oil and Gas company is formed to explore for oil and develop mineral land with directors Hed Anderson P P Halpin and C B Copeland. A separate venture lists Mo W Boerema J M Chandler and H A Speed as directors. The city fire committee plans a meeting with the Ministerial Association to decide on municipal Christmas trees.
Michael Keiley, a pioneer who crossed the plains in 1864, died after a long illness at a Montana hospital. Born in Ireland, he lived in Ohio and then moved to Alder Gulch and Last Chance before settling in Washington Gulch. He mined with his brother Patrick, later ranching and stock raising. his wife and brother preceded him in death.
Dillon Pee 18 the board of commissioners let a coal supply contract to Tribune Publishing Co furnishing of coal for 1200 dollars. The board retained J T Ross as superintendent and matron of the county poor farm. David J Fuller and Carrie Roe of Yellowstone were married in Dillon with Rev Ostrander officiating. Helen Olson and J J Holley married yesterday. the couples are from Pocatello.
Helena figures from Secretary of State Alderson and the state auditor reveal Montana’s total government expenses from January 1, 1913, to December 1, 1914, about 575,780, including the legislative session two years ago and district judge salaries. The state highway commission also authorized 15,000 copies of a new road map compiled by George Ro Molten for publication.
Chicago December 15 report says the Paulist boys' choir of St Marys church will continue under Edward Collins who led the choir after Rev William J Finns departure. The group previously toured the world two years ago and earned praise in choral contests.
Wool auction sales in London on December 18 offered about 8000 bales. Crossbreds sold strongly as buyers remained active, while Merino prices fell due to lack of continental support. About 260 bales from America were auctioned with disappointing results. The sale closes tomorrow.
Testimony unfolds in Boulder court as Winchester's alibi erodes. Witnesses including O’Brien’s associates and Deputy Sheriff Sheehan detail events around the St Lawrence mine and Miners Union hall. Prosecution seeks to establish coercion and public disturbance related to the case.
Testimony describes Winchester joining a McAlevy funeral procession and being seen later at the hall. J. T. Jensen recounts events on August morning and afternoon. Horace Smith confirms Winchester’s participation in the procession and timing. Cross examinations reveal tense exchanges, while the jury case proceeds after interruptions and closing remarks. 1915 Budget debate notes possible dissolution of the House of Representatives by the Emperor.
Notice of the death of a three year old child named Lee Brown. Funeral arrangements are listed with details to be announced in forthcoming papers. Family and funeral parlors at Duggan's Intertaking Parlors handling services.
Washington, Aug 18. Varied pending measures to cut exports of munitions and other articles to Europe have not been brought to President Wilson's attention. He said he has taken no stance on the bills and will not interfere unless consulted by Congress.
City officials attend Montana Municipal League in Great Falls while jury returns verdict for defendant in Peer Wiltgen injury case at the Guthriel Riley company. Firemen's Relief officers confirmed. hog trains export Fergus county pork to Seattle. Miss Henrietta von Tobel noted as Fergus county's first registered woman. Domestic Steam Laundry company organized.
Atlanta reports Arthur Brisbane editor of the Brunswick paper Brisbane is seriously ill from intestinal trouble. He has been removed to a hospital after physicians noted a serious development. Doctors said no operation seems necessary at this time, but the condition remains critical.
The department informed the matter that German acting consul H W von Schack supplied with which clearance was refused and the cargo untowed. The government of New South Wales decided to establish a state supply agency to provide cheap fish.
The piece notes flaring tunics and overskirts as a distinct feature in the latest models. It describes a smart charmeuse gown with a long pointed waistcoat and a lasing tune, highlighting style elements for the season.
The fourth annual report by Dr. Joseph A. Holmes details mine life-saving achievements, trained rescuers, and safety gains. It notes 3,600 plus fatalities and 160,000 injuries last year, with substantial economic losses from accidents. Holmes urges broader safety standards, electrical shot firing, and extended investigations. He highlights radium cost reductions and coal purchasing efficiency saving tens of thousands yearly, while stressing wasteful use of the nation’s mineral resources and the risk of depleting the best coal supply.
A French colonial delegation on December 8 asked Parliament for an allocation of francs for relief of evacuees from German-occupied zones. The appeal targets displaced populations and the costs of rehabilitation in France.
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