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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jan 07, 1902
Page
25
Chinese officials and commentators discuss a proposed indemnity measure with cautious, philosophical remarks. They emphasize principle over immediate gain and urge careful assessment of long-term impacts on diplomacy and trust.
The Chinese colony in Tutte shows little readiness to discuss or anticipate any contribution toward a colossal indemnity linked to Boxer outrages. Dr. Huie Peck says a formal notice would come via the US minister and consuls, with meetings called to decide, though many expect to return to China and prefer avoiding trouble.
The record lists room pricing as repeat plan at $1.50 per day and up, American plan at $3 per day and upwards, and proclaims finest table west of New York. It reflects mid century hotel advertising emphasizing meals and lodging packages.
In San Francisco on January 4, Oakland’s racing card produced favorites wins. The feature Oakland handicap at a mile and a half saw Homestead edge La Goleta by a nose, with DopING Giver case still under veterinary inquiry as to possible chloral hydrate use. other results included Saulus de Tarsus, Jarretierre Or, Dangerous Maid, and El Mide securing early race wins.
In New Orleans Jay the racing program produced six races. First race at one mile saw Onyx win with Ida Penzance second and El Golr third in 1 42. Second, six furlongs Line won, Orta second, Siphon third. Third race a mile featured Garter Ban first, Mate Miller ace second, Henry of Frantstamar third in 1 42. Fourth race six furlongs Neilie Wad dell led, Bemboton second, St Cuthbert third in 1 12. Fifth, mile and 1b Governor Boxsd won, Campuasere ond runner up, Major Mansir third in 2 0. Sixth, mile 4 yards Circus won, King Tatius second, The Way third in 1 45.
The probate court, under a judge's order, distributed multiple estates. Details specify allocation of assets and processing of final settlements among heirs and creditors as directed by the court.
In the Guardian of Marie Rodgers estate the judge ordered that guardian James Wilton file his accounting within two weeks amid illness claims. Final settlements were approved for Christopher Riss berger and W.C. Walsh estates, with distributions and allowances recorded. An array of administrations and family allowances were granted, with searches for wills noted and a closing sale advertisement at Boucher's.
A prisoner known as Milk allegedly entered the city jail without a proper search after being arrested for drunkenness. Jailer Sol Levy denies responsibility citing a relieving officer for the gun’s entry while the jailer was away. Milk later displayed a concealed firearm hidden in his trousers. Also noted: men’s black clay worsted suits priced at ten dollars at Bouchers.
A compact notice notes a European plan tied to rates of five daily and higher in York. The fragment hints at pricing or accommodation structure but lacks full details.
A local sale at Bouchers clears stock with discounts of 50 percent on children's apparel. The store promotes big savings on kids clothing as it winds down inventory.
Rea Bros of St Paul shipped the first consignment of sheep fed in the vicinity. About 4000 two year old wethers weighed an average of 123 pounds, with several at 140, in 22 stock cars. The sheep had 40 days alfalfa feeding and two more shipments totaling 5000 sheep are planned in about two weeks with expected average weight not less than 133 pounds.
Erastus Young has been named general auditor for the Oregon Short Line Oregon Railway and Navigation Company and the entire Southern Pacific system. His jurisdiction covers about 13400 miles of railroad with headquarters in San Francisco New Orleans and Houston. Separate offices will operate at Omaha Salt Lake City Portland San Francisco New Orleans and Houston to cover the Pacific System routes and eastern Texas lines.
Special Dispatch to the Standard Helena reports the Montana Supreme Court refused a writ of review for attorney J B Healy of Butte regarding Judge Clancy's $10 contempt fine in a hearing tied to the Nixon Andrews dispute on East Granite street. The court ruled the affidavit failed to include a copy of the order and any reason for non compliance. Men's walk overs 3.50 at Butcher's.
T. Frank Normoyle, a prominent Silver Bow politician and state legislator, died at Murray & Freund's hospital after an appendicitis operation. A 29-year-old widower, he served in the 1889 legislature and later worked for the Anaconda company. He leaves a wife, two children, and his mother Mrs Tim Sullivan.
Livingston officials held a special session to resolve funding for a Yellowstone river bridge. Bids were previously let to O E Peppard, with the county and city at a deadlock over contributions. The decision calls for repairing the Main street bridge using John F Sobl plans. A petition will be circulated among the public.
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