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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1906
Page
15
A well dressed man posing as a hypnotist asked to store valuables in the Montana hotel strong box. Manager Dobbins allowed access, the visitor opened the safe, then produced a card for The Great McEwen, magician. He entertained guests and advertised future shows.
The trap shooters at the Anaconda Red and Gun club enjoyed a day of competition. Hasley won the Twohy medal with a perfect A medal score of 25 targets, while F B Smith claimed a sweep with a high score. Drumgoole led the 25 singles in several events, with Tuttle, Stephens, Peckover, and Mathewson close behind in multiple rounds.
The Washoe band will play for skaters this evening at the skating rink. The event aims to provide music and entertainment for local skaters and spectators.
An advertisement extols Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as a safe natural cure for dyspepsia. It claims the tablets mirror stomach fluids, relieve indigestion, and let the stomach rest and heal. Sold by druggists for 50 cents a box.
Ice rink draws crowds as races and attractions headline the day. The waist sale of the season unfolds, promising bargains. McRae promotes the event, urging readers not to miss it.
National union meets tonight and a musicians union election is planned for Wednesday evening at 7 30. Local business notices include floral designs at Greig s and Vie de Peau promotions, plus rooms for rent and a pool hall invitation.
R J Johannes of Helena named general sales agent for Carney Coal with Helena headquarters. District covers Montana except Butte and Billings. Johannes praised as expert in coal quality and market estimation. Also brief ad for 95 cent waists from McRae and concert program for Atwater MacPherson at Montana hotel with St Mark's Guild tickets at City Drug Store.
Week ending Saturday January 3 8 The list shows uncalled letters in the Anaconda post office for men women and foreigners including John Anderson Jack Brennan G G Bretton Maggie Armstrong Florence Brown and Anna Berkland. Postmaster J C English signed the notice.
The Gazette of Yankton notes Prof E C Hall’s farewell recital in the Episcopal church as the culmination of many musical treats during his Yankton stay. It calls the performance the best he ever gave with nine organ numbers showing brilliant technique and a thorough understanding of the instrument.
The Central Labor Council holds an officers election tonight. All delegates are requested to attend. C. F. McKenney, Secretary.
About 15 dozen waists in all sizes with regular prices from $1.50 to $2.25 are on sale for 95 cents. McRae proclaims to be the largest tailoring building in the world. James Thueson represents it in Anaconda at The Red Front. Also promoting a new heating plant with Hasley for estimates.
New York remembers Etelka Gerster once hailed as a bell clear soprano. Once adored in 1878 at the old Academy and in 1887 at the Metropolitan, her brilliant career vanished after illness ended her voice.
The thoroughbred owned by Dr. F L St Jean of Anaconda was recovered after a sale involving William Williams, his wife, and stepson Tom Moses. All three are jailed on grand larceny charges, with bail set at 500 dollars each. Inspector J W Collins led the probe, tracing identification by an N brand and confirming ownership with Dr. St Jean.
The Cherokee rides a dangerous sea as crew and officers endure a desperate night. A lieutenant praises the bravest sailors who remained aboard while waves swept over the deck. The wrecking tug North America stands by to rescue the captain and three sailors if necessary.
Seoul reports the Korean government will continue employing Durham White Stephens, the American diplomatic adviser to the emperor, affirming ongoing U S influence in Seoul.
The Marquis Visconti Venosta head of the Italian delegation at the Algeciras conference had a lengthy interview with Premier Maura in Madrid on January 14.
The House will push the Philippine bill to completion, facing heavy senate opposition to the joint statehood measure. Canal committee starts Tuesday to probe the Panama situation and may soon report canal commissioner nominations. Pension bills and urgent deficiency appropriations dominate the week, with possible adjournment for a rest if no action occurs after pension day.
London Jan 16 The St Petersburg correspondent says Count Lamsdorff has written that the emperor thanks the Tribune editor for an address on international peace The Russian government plans to present soon a draft programme for the second peace conference at The Hague.
Passenger schedule shows westbound locals from Butte at 7 30 am 12 30 pm 5 00 pm and 11 15 pm and eastbound from Anaconda at 4 15 am 5 55 am 2 34 45 pm 6 50 pm. Connections: trains 4 6 8 link with Northern Pacific at Durant. Train 6 connects with O L railway at Silve. Trains 4 and 8 link with GN railway at Butte. Train 2 serves Butte only.
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