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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jan 01, 1906
Page
16
Western Montana office of the Standard located at 130 High Telephone. brief note appears in the Western Montana News column describing address and local service.
Western Montana focuses on box wood for packing and basket making as forest service studies supply demand and substitutes. Big Blackfoot mills expand with two box factories at Hamilton and Homer. The rising shortage and prices prompt search for suitable woods and manufacturing methods to meet future demand without hurting consumers.
Leonora Cummings, who attempted suicide at the Rankin hotel by taking morphine, remains in improving condition in Missoula. Doctors say his life was saved, and his recovery is aided by his relief from drink’s effects. he expects to leave his room in a few days.
An advertisement extols Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as a perfect medicine repairing the internal digestive system. It claims thorough research into digestion problems and absorption, promising relief from pain and discomfort and offering a free book on dyspepsia.
Montana cities debate funding for meat and milk inspections under the postwar food law. Citizens demand reliable inspectors and remuneration before the next session, while Missoula officials plan district measures and await state veterinary input. Local celebrations and a New Year march are noted amid the policy discussion.
Chicago printers celebrate the eight hour day with a planned demonstration at Brand's Hall and a Tuesday strike action to promote the shift from nine hours to eight. The effort aims to have eight hours as the standard workday across Chicago printing shops.
Report from page one recounts heavy casualties as thousands perish in the destruction. A caretaker remains at his post while streets fill with refugees, women and children marching with bundles. Revolt leaders claim aims achieved though workers face hunger and fear.
Paris reports revived war rumors between France and Germany despite Morocco conference moves. Some fear belligerent designs, while others see concessions possible to avert conflict. Officials urge calm as defense preparations rise without definite mobilization.
Fire at the White House cafe on South Main Street in Butte forced residents to flee their rooms above the establishment. Chief Sanger and the department quickly controlled the blaze, saving a crippled lodger and preventing the two story brick building from burning. Flames confined to the restaurant, insurance covered the loss, and the day-old building stood intact under a new owner.
Jurors in the May damage suit in Missoula could not agree after extended deliberations and were discharged by the court. They spent most of the afternoon in the deliberation room and concluded they were unlikely to reach a verdict.
Missoula December 31 One of the fastest westbound passenger runs on the Northern Pacific was made today from Missoula to Helena a distance of 135 miles in 3 hours 3 minutes including stops. The throttle was held by engineer Maloney of No 3 engine The run averaged about 68 miles per hour with regular train times.
Missoula marks the new year with public demonstrations in the Garden City. Whistles, bells, and cannons greet the start of January as Fort Missoula closes for the holiday. A basketball game between the Y and the high school is planned for the evening.
MISSOULA NOTES SOURCES DETAIL S. H. Greenwood and C. F. Kahler from Anaconda Hardware in Butte visiting Missoula. Charles Swartz and R. J. Dwyer left Missoula for Butte after several days here. Harold N. Blake, former Deer county legislator, visited from Anaconda for a few days. Generals Perez and Barba on Caribbean fronts report surrender actions and troop movements near Monte Christi and Porto Plata. Dominican cruiser Independencia reportedly surrendered to Gen. Dee Champes with Gen. Demetri Rodrigues heading for Porto Plata with a 50 man force aboard. General Barba commands 397 men near Altimira, thirteen miles from Porto Plata.
Redding California December 31 power outage disrupted the Mammoth smelter in Kennett this afternoon leaving the plant without lights tonight. The shutdown caused significant losses to the Mammoth Company as furnaces were forced to freeze and stop operations.
County Attorney Healy, interviewed at Montana Union Station, outlines orders to enforce gambling statutes. He notes no change in policy, cites complaint against California club proprietors for gambling, and says investigation will continue with detectives handling witnesses and arrests if violations persist. Healey plans to remain in Pipestone Springs for a week or ten days.
A 1910s style public health blurb urges readers to begin the year clean inside and out. It warns of winter excess, lists symptoms of poor health, and promotes Cascarets as a gentle daily digestive aid sold by druggists in various sizes, with brand details and packaging notes.
Story reports a fatal Great Northern wreck between Dinsdale and Glasgow with no details available at this hour. The path to the Standard notes the incident as a serious rail disaster.
James Donnelly of Butte defeated a Michigan challenger in the mile event at the Holland rink yesterday. Lisa led early laps before the rival surged ahead. Reardon and Donnelly are seen as evenly matched. upcoming races include Mabel Baker versus Ming Emma Souls. Sullivan, 17 East Summit, badly injured in Parrot mine fall, is hospitalized but expected to recover.
In New York City the Typographical Union No. declares a strike in all book and job printing offices under its jurisdiction. The action threatens a halt to type setting and casting by union workers tomorrow, signaling a major labor dispute in the printing industry.
Lexington Kentucky reports the death of Richard Washington a hostler at Mansfiek stock farm who was murdered in his sleep. A man identified as his murderer is under arrest charged with the crime. The incident occurred in December.
New York December 21 reports pent articles signed for a boxing match between Terry McGovern and Nelson to headline Adelphi on March 18. The bout follows the Marquis of Queensberry rules in a high profile contest.
Antone McClernan fell into a back alley near the Pearl of the Louvre saloon at 82 Hast Park Street last evening. He was robbed of money hat coat vest and shoes as unknown assailants fled the scene after a swift act at the back door steps. Police were alerted and McClernan was taken to the station for care. Investigators seek the robbers.
The Family theater presents Rumanian Dida and a Russian dance troupe with intricate national costumes. Arthur Young’s rural specialty and a duet on violin entertain, while Violette and Old perform memory feats. Al Shayne offers Hebrew dialect comedy. Mia Cora Morris debuts a new song In the Valley of Yesterday. Motion pictures also shown with a fresh year kickoff. One hundred calling cards and plates for 1.90. Standard office, aliasoula.
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