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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Feb 22, 1909
Page
2
A sermon by evangelist Trey Fr. Agar at the First Baptist Church drew sound crowds as he urged believers to “launch out into the deep” and rely on biblical guidance rather than secular authorities. He stressed personal Bible study, prayer, and disciplined living to grow in faith and service.
Fragment from a church notice urging faith in Jesus Christ and the joy of life through God. Announces tomorrow and Saturday evening services at First Baptist with Mr Agar preaching on Why I Live the Bible to Be the Word of God and special songs featured at each meeting.
Hangs C Boe of Hutte reported in Anaconda yesterday as part of a Norwegian lecture tour led by Capt J Angell. Angell travels as a representative of Det Norske Selskab in America, an organization linking Norwegians in the U.S. The group traces to Christiana Norway and Minnesota 1903, with university ties and literary figures among its leaders. Angell’s speaking schedule in Anaconda is set for around March 1, with broad outreach about Norwegian culture and diaspora.
A jumble of brief notices from the city includes classified ads for sale furniture at 608 Maple and rent furnished rooms with a steel range. Hye specialist at Hammersloughs and a dancing class at 4 0 Wednesday. Verbeckmoes noted as city’s leading optician. imported wines $3 59 per gallon. Mrs A Tuttle returned to Anaconda after months away. Representatives in town for duties. German Lutheran service tonight at Norwegian Luther church. Funeral notices for Florence Pra and George Anielett. Representative W J Allen in city for business. Poolrooms and liquor stores expected to face new law. Father Copian and Danton of St at achat plan attend.
Obituary notes Mrs Hiermmind Provost died at St Ann's and was the devout Catholic wife and mother. She leaves a husband and one child. The item mentions her link to St Paul's Sacred Heart league and local family events, with misread details about birth and marriage. The text also references a theater program with a comedy act and a moving picture at a Family theater venue.
A garbled 5 by 3 inch style ad promotes a 46 star flag with sewed stripes and stars. It touts advance subscription offers and loyalty among American readers and hints at a chance to purchase two good trees through the Standard office in Slasoula.
Regulations for Lent from Bishop John Carroll of Helena were read for Catholics in Anaconda. Fasting limits include a single midday meal, a small morning cup and bread, with meat permitted on certain days. The text covers exemptions, dispensation for soldiers and laborers, and guidance for pastors, confession, marriage study, and offertory deadlines.
The obituary notes the death of George Oulette a longtime Anaconda resident and boiler maker. Born in Chatham Canada he lived in Anaconda since arrival. Remains prepared for burial by Hughes and Fitzpatrick and will be moved to family residence before funeral.
A collage of film notes praises Thrilling Love and Turkish Haven tales while critiquing drunken folly and mixed humor. Highlights include Love musicians, A Drunkard's Dream, The Wonderful Ways, and The Girls and Daddy as featured Bijou fare with Patsy act notes and upcoming matinees announced by manager Scott.
Helena reports heated debate over the so called wife beaters bill in the Montana Senate. Opponents warn the measure risks condemning innocent men without witnesses while supporters argue for protection of women and harsher punishment for domestic abuse. The discussion includes concerns about blackmail and the influence of women on witnesses and law enforcement.
New York report states Christy Mathewson asks eight thousand dollars from Mike Dons for the season, insisting he is the best on the team and will not back down. Giants and Mathews dispute a salary, with Mathewson underscoring his value and readiness to leave discussions unsettled.
In Deer Lodge county district court an order to show cause for sale of real estate of Jon Bliss deceased. Administrator John Biles to display petition seeking sale. hearing set for February 20, 1908, at 8:30 am in Anaconda. Copy to be published weekly for four weeks in the Anaconda Standard.
Notices announce probate actions for deceased William Dobson Annie Smith and others. Creditors must exhibit claims with vouchers and oaths after publication in Anaconda Mont. Court sets February 27 190? for will probate and letters testamentary hearings at the Deer Lodge county courthouse.
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