24 Feb 1908
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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Feb 24, 1908
Page
1
A fragmented report recounts a sunny Washoe Park scene with animals in the aviary and deer at play. It notes expectant sightings of spring foliage, a bear in its den, and a playful crowd. Observers joke about trees blooming green and a leap year ball plan for single and married couples.
The opening of a men’s mission at St Paul’s drew a large attendance as Father Drumihl delivered an eloquent address. A women’s mission followed in the afternoon with crowded aisles and entry deltas. Father Courman praised the ladies for their devotion and the Chretien Spirit, noting non Catholics of both sexes will attend next week.
Members of the Anaconda Red and Gun club plan to sow wild seed along the Georgetown edge to attract ducks and geese. They will plant rice and other feed for waterfowl where water has submerged flats in recent years, hoping to restore game habitat.
A notice promotes Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as a safe remedy for indigestion and dyspepsia. It cites Dr. Bleherson on treatment and urges patients to take one or two tablets after meals. Druggists in the United States and Canada stock the product, with price and free sample details.
Local items note visitors in Anaconda from Helena Deer Lodge and Gold Creek. Includes court movements in Powell County, upcoming teachers exams, funeral attendance, and a shipwreck near the Atlantic. Also mentions a diplomatic note about the Aland Islands and a Turk Island steamer wreck.
A dispatch from Tangier reports German consul agent in Morocco City, using Med Mulad Hafd as cover to recruit supporters for the pretender and conduct improvised operations across the territory.
Thieves shattered the Fuller Drug Store window on East Park Avenue yesterday morning and took morphine bottles and alcohol worth about. A burglar climbed through the window, reached inside, and opened the door for accomplices. Night Chief Inguts arrested a man living in a cabin behind the Gavin house. the suspect is jailed for questioning as police review the scene and morphine found in the store.
The funeral for Tillie Warren, 22, daughter of Mr and Mrs Warren of Orchard Towns addition, will be held Tuesday at 41 o'clock at the fancy residence. Miss Warren was a former student at the University of Montana and had taught at Victor. Her death occurred yesterday, and her passing is mourned by friends and university classmates. She was noted as talented and beautiful, and her loss is deeply felt.
Missoula reports no new smallpox cases yesterday and no new developments. Officers believe the worst is over with no further danger of spread. The West Front Street public houses remain closed and former occupants are scattered across the city.
A nurse persuades a doctor to switch from coffee to Postum. The doctor cites insomnia, weight gain, and better sleep after five years of using Postum. He notes reduced caffeine effects and recommends Postum as a refreshing nourishing beverage. The testimonial, from Dostum Co of Battle Creek Michigan, ends with reading about The Journey to Westville in the packages.
A man is charged with an assault at Mat place. He plans to return tomorrow and will assist in the prosecution if the evidence warrants the action.
Missoula Web 23 Attorneys W E B Carroll of Butte and Pareone Help Violette accompany to Saltese for a commission meeting to appraise lands sought by the St Paul road for a right of way over the Argenta lodes claim. The millsite covers most of Salier townsite and ownership has been disputed for years with Mr Carrell among the contestants.
Dr Filazerald returned today from Lothrop reporting a scarlet fever and diphtheria epidemic in thick town with about a dozen houses quarantined. A few cases of smallpox were found a week earlier and some victims were allowed to leave the town before their illness was diagnosed, raising fear of more cases.
London Feb 23 The English Parliament session opens with a busy week. Main events include a new education bill and naval estimates with cabinet divergences. Government to address Macedonian situation Congo reforms Heenkling bill women’s suffrage debated. PM health improving. Asquith poised to become premier. naval estimates seen rising about 35 million while shipbuilding programs are reviewed.
An intoxicated man, Sam Murchison, shot and killed Fayetteville Chief of Police Genton in front of his home after an event, then wounded two Black individuals. Murchison was captured an hour later. a pursuit ensued as townspeople clashed with officers. A later drunken assailant wounded a white youth and a policeman. Authorities deployed national guard units as unrest spiked.
Paris receives a severe flood when a main water pipe under Tuilleries Street burst. The avenue flooded, basements and streets submerged, a large hotel lost power as the dynamo failed. Firefighters pumped water for hours, a second break later tonight caused renewed flow and outages.
Plymouth February 23 Countess Szechenyl and Count with William K Vanderbilt landed from the Kaiserin Auguste Victoria and traveled to London for several days. The bridal couple were not named on the passenger list but were known to fellow travelers. The pair kept to their party and caused annoyance to others who offered greetings.
The Duchess of Marlborough met Count Szesheny and Countess Leta in London. The countess appeared in good health after their reception. They later dined at Sunderland House and plan to travel to Portugal in a few days before continuing to Hungary.
Former Illinois governor Richard Yates announced his candidacy for governor tonight in Springfield. The move signals a renewed bid for the state’s top office as political factions gauge support ahead of the election.
James C. Mahoney, a welder mechanic and longtime Anaconda resident, died in Ketebikan Alaska of pneumonia. His brother Joseph Mahoney accompanied the body, and the remains will be shipped to Anaconda for interment with tribal and machinists union support. Mahoney was well known in Butte and Anaconda and had lived in Alaska with his brother for three years. His wife and family reside in Anaconda on East Third Street.
Brussels reports King Leopold backs away from prior pledges on Gelgiam annexation and demands the special fund be placed under his control or parliament. He also seeks 50 million dollars for projects, drawing government resistance and fear of a ministerial crisis and potential resignation.
Portsmouth New Hampshire February 3 authorities ordered an autopsy for George A Carkins after a family dispute ended in a pistol duel. Res Paul Roy alias Gratia Calla alleges his sister Mrs Roy and her husband were involved in the fatal shooting with evidence found in the kitchen and coat lining. The Roys reportedly left for New York then France.
New York police report the murder of Cassar Cella a wealthy Italian wine importer and Italian Chamber of Commerce member found with a fractured skull and poisoned. Coroner Haerburger says suspects beat him then poured poison to simulate suicide a letter signed with Cella’s name was found. his brother Dominico Cella and son-in-law Cassar Biacchi detained as witnesses. Gerolamo Cella longtime wine importer with a $500000 fortune.
A Spokane man Kennedy and his neighbor reported a peculiar tale of a chicken named Old Booster kept in an iron pot for thirteen days. The hen, captured after raiding local provisions, clucked and produced noises interpreted as language. The incident, linked to a supply scare, drew local attention and community jokes.
Fragmentary lines describe an afternoon event tied to the anniversary of George Washington’s birthday. A hen rattled a feeder and caused a distraction as observers noted a struggle to release herself from an enclosure in urlean.
Danvers Worcester Web notes the death of Mrs J B Reynolds at her Lily Colorado home from valvular heart trouble. A donor to the needy she helped hundreds and adopted 15 to 20 waifs in search of homes. She aided Antone Woods securing a pardon and gained national notice for her juvenile work and writings.
Philadelphia reports dredsrink J Brinnier claiming kin to a former business partner of Alter DB Parker of New York attempted suicide in a city hotel. He, about 24, had come with an acting company and said a actress guided his actions. He remains in critical condition.
In January and February 23 reports from Indiana and Illinois recount the New York to Paris automobile race. The American car departed Prairie, drawn by horses due to syondtlite, after leaving New Carlisle at 6:45 am. It aimed for La Porte or Michigan City, La Porte 69 miles from Chicago. The Italian entry reached South Bend, with its pilot car due to Detroit. The Goshen chauf, John Sperry, was noted in transit with horses aiding movement toward South Bend and beyond.
Tampa February 23 Baran kpeek von Sternberg German ambassador spoke to the chamber of commerce on German Exonom-e Progress and attended the corner stone laying for the Germany society of Tampa clubhouse. He will tour Cuba next with an army officer assigned by the president.
Sekkva Mo Web reports the Missouri, Kansas & Texas railway shops have 30 workers and will suspend most operations by March 2 to cut costs. The entire system will be kept idle as much as possible to reduce expenses.
A garbled excerpt from the Philadelphia Press features a cartoonish dialogue about a dog collar and a car collar. The exchange includes misheard phrases and unusual spellings, creating a humorous but unclear snippet of dialogue.
The Smith Drug Co Anaconda urges post grippe sufferers and convalescents to try Vinol a cod liver extractive tonic claimed to restore strength appetite and vitality. It touts Vinol as a superior health restorer and offers money back if unsatisfied with results. Sold in Butte by the Newbro Bros Co.
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