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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1900
Page
15
Missoula officials report strong interest in the upcoming bond sale as county commissioners praise prudent finances. Health officers defend Nine Mile quarantine amid a smallpox surge centered at Cunningham's camp and urge strict enforcement to prevent further cases.
In Missoula on December 29 the Clinton townsite dispute gains wide interest. Land is claimed by David Lewis and George Kennedy, both Clinton residents linked to the mining district. A Fourth District judge recommends reserving part of the land for a townsite as locals push to establish a community, with another claimant expected and a hearing set for next month.
Missoula reports heavy logging activity as snow limits hauling. A proposed county road from Mr Martin is likely to become official, resolving long disputes. Trustees delay schoolhouse plans until road issues settle, while Gilman loses a boat and bedding to theft by a camp thief and later has gear stolen by Indians.
Piled for Record Missoula December 29 The county clerk and recorder filed deeds to J H Baverley and to J H Fitzgerald with various parcels and interests. Also listed are proof of annual assessment work on Hough Rider group and Mayday Surplus claims, a bill of sale for the Francis Dupuy ranch improvements and cattle, a deed involving Emblin J Oates, and a Cedar township constable-elect bond with sureties.
A box of fragrant cigars labeled Hilarity Club arrived at the Standard office as a Christmas remembrance from Jerome Jacobs of Wallace Idaho. Smokers enjoyed them and even non smokers lingered to savor the pleasant fragrance.
Logrine Operations in Missoula resume after snow and Christmas break. Previous interruptions due to no snow and holiday downtime give way to favorable conditions for logging this season.
Christmas trees and children’s programs at local churches marked celebrations in Boulder. Social gatherings included dinners and a large dancing party at the Boulder Dancing club. Many townsfolk are ill amid a wave of German measles, colds, and la grippe. widespread sickness touches several families and local pupils at the state school for the deaf and blind enjoy holiday activities.
Christmas Day in Twin Bridges passed quietly with family dinners and small-town routines. The Orphans' home children enjoyed two decorated trees and a Santa visit funded by Bee Hive of Butte and Mrs Bromley of Spokane. A smallpox scare led to a short quarantine and church program adjustments, while local officers were installed at West Gate lodge.
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