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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1900
Page
5
Ed Devine notes prices on whiskies and wines are cut while staying unchanged. A large hall in a Standard building is available for rent one night weekly with inquiries at the Standard office.
A Montana tale recounts Harry Fritz, nickels from slot machines, seeking a diamond ring once owned by William Ellert. Ellert borrowed the ring for a replica, then pressed for its return. In court with deputies, Ellert withdrew the complaint. Fritz pays costs. Ellert regains the ring. Judge Kennedy covers some fees.
On behalf of Mrs W Reno and her family the message thanks friends for sympathy and help during their recent bereavement.
A special meeting is called for this evening at the hall. All members are requested to attend. The Grand Chief of Honor will be present to conduct important business. Mrs J W Sinz stands as Chief of Honor.
Judge M J FitzPatrick leaves for Helena to join trustees from Montana school districts as they begin a final three day session. They aim to draft uniform school laws to replace conflicting statutes and present them to the forthcoming legislature for swift action.
Jacob Villenweider pleaded guilty before Magistrate Kennedy to disturbing the peace. He was fined ten dollars, paid promptly. The complaint was filed by Mrs. Jonas of East Third Street who said he raised a loud racket and threatened to kill her and others nearby.
The passage notes rapid industry growth in California and many firms forming, with fortunes from buying stock at low prices. It highlights investors hoping to gain quickly, citing the London Oil Company of San Francisco whose shares trade at 3 cents.
Deed transfers recorded yesterday include James Burke and Michael Delaney transferring the west half of the east half of section 17 township 15 north range 13 west comprising 160 acres for 1000 dollars to William N. Fenn and Charles Co. Fenn. Barney Nelson deeds the east half of the east half of sections 17 and 20 township 15 north range 13 west totaling 320 acres with water rights and an exception of 1.2 acres to John F. Evans for 500 dollars. Michael Delaney conveys the west half of the northeast quarter and the northwest quarter of the southeast quarter to William N. Fenn and Charles C. Fenn.
Advertisement notes sale of 160 acres with water rights in a land section and lists Smoke Alvarita clear Havana cigars on sale at Roach and Smiths new cigar emporium.
Police crackdown on a gang of young thieves, identified as responsible for multiple petty thefts in Anaconda. They stole assorted small items from Wein’s clothing shop on Mast Park avenue, estimating a sizable aggregate value. Authorities promise arrests soon and vow to break up the group, potentially sending offenders to Miles City for reform.
The coming New Year’s Day will be marked as a century change with services across city churches. The Methodist church will host a free supper and midnight covenant meeting led by Rev. Ek. G. Cattermole. St. Paul’s and St. Peter’s Catholic churches plan elaborate midnight masses and special music with deacons and choirs, while other churches have not announced plans.
Acacia lodge No. 33, A F and A M, held its annual officer installation with P W M J A Hasley assisted by P W M H J Rainsford and Rev. Alfred Brown. Inducted were G B Wisner W M J W Jarvis W B Frank Kennedy J W J C Keppler treasurer Henry Redmond secretary Hans Jorgens S D Harvey Nell J D Thomas Grimshaw S B 3 Thomas McMinn 1 3 George L King Tyler. Luncheon followed by social time.
Physicians report la grippe cases dominating the city with back head pains and runny noses. Diphtheria appears in isolated cases though not widespread.
Rev Father Coopman, pastor of St Peter s Catholic church, was surprised when a committee presented a handsome Brussels carpet for his study and hall. The gift, from the Lady Foresters, a prosperous church group, testifies to appreciation of his work.
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