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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1902
Page
10
A listing of literary pieces including The Cavalier by W Cabley and The Strength of the Mills by Florence Wilkinson. Edna yall outlines complete 1902 stationery calendars and a third-off sale line.
Twenty one men died in the Lost Creek Coal Mining disaster Iowa on January 25 after an explosion of dust ignited by a shot. Dozens were injured and 20 horses perished in shaft No 2 as volunteers aided in rescue and an inquest blamed Andy Pash for the blast. The state inspector called the mine first class.
In Butte, Coroner declines inquiry into the death of Peter Standard a donkey at Columbia Gardens noting no jurisdiction over animals. Peter and Mike Miner two donkeys from Gold Creek were cared by manager Wharton of the electric railway. Peter wandered outside and froze to death while Mike survived nearby in shelter. The dead donkey’s carcass will be fed to carnivorous animals in the gardens goo.
John Thornton halted prosecution after declaring he would sue Con Grogan and others tied to an apparent $55 till robbery at his South Main saloon. Grogan and Frank Harvey were jailed for trial but the case was dismissed when Thornton withdrew. Other minor cases included a Plea of not guilty by Lada in a separate robbery charge and Mrs Preline fiery fined for intoxication. Willie Johns and John Donavan were jailed for incorrigibility after being found asleep in a Duartz Street lodging house.
Butte council No. 106 United Commercial Travelers held a pleasant smoker at Pythian hall to prep for a March 22 anniversary grand entertainment. A special session welcomed W. A. Francis for initiation. A few invited friends attended and J. Sheenan sang two songs.
George H. Tully spoke on the good of the order and Mr Wallar told a few funny stories. Cigars were circulated and attendees enjoyed a lunch and refreshments.
Co C Tinkelburg of Missoula, Morton Nelson of Denver, and H C Brown of Lewistown are in town with others staying at the Thornton and Finlen hotels. Travelers include W E Russell of Spokane, E D Shattuck of Chicago, W E Duvall of Lincoln, and Mr and Mrs W G Blatz of Detroit. John Berkin of Pony and Lew Thorne of Wabash visit for business. John Caprice leaves for California. Several locals and officials are noted, plus a bankruptcy filing by Johan Foddik and a funeral trip by James Tachell to the Lake Superior mining district.
United States Marshal Woolman informed bondsmen of J A Banta that they could be released from their obligation if they produced Banta in Helena and surrendered him to the authorities. Banta was released on bonds and his bondsmen now want to hand him over.
Quick to See Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets are promoted as a universal remedy for dyspepsia and disordered digestion. The ad argues purgatives are unnecessary, explains how the tablets aid digestion, and cites testimonials from Mrs. KE M Paith, H B Willard, Phil Brooks, and others. It invites readers to mail for a free stomach-disease booklet and notes druggists sell the tablets.
In New York a diamond broker named Robert P. Lyon guarded a green safe aboard the Kaiser Wilhelm der Grosse. He claimed the safe held diamonds from jeweler Abram Fielsach on consignment and followed its movements as Fielsach fled, elusive after a letter of credit.
Effective May 1 1902 eight hours shall constitute a day's work for all workers under the jurisdiction of Butte Workingmen's union No 5 WL U. This wage rule sets the minimum daily limit at three dollars. By order of the union J W Dale President T W Jones R ?.
Bozeman jurors convict James Erickson of grand larceny for stealing a horse from Joe Dingle last May. He transported the horse to Livingston and sold it for 15 dollars to Pilly Miles, with sentencing set for Monday.
Kalispell January 25 farmers met in mass convention to plan erecting and operating a large flour mill and elevator to avoid dependence on a single mill owner. H. Brintnall was chairman. A seven farmer committee including M. Small T. B. Conklin Louis Fehiberer A. Hamanna George Sawyer J. E. White and Geores Graham was appointed to report soon.
The British gunboat Phaeton arrived in San Francisco harbor after a five day run from Victoria. It was dispatched to search the sea for the missing sloop of war Condor and to learn if any tidings of her sister ship had reached port.
Forsyth January 25. Frank Miller a Northern Pacific brakeman was caught between the bumpers of two freight cars while switching at Louden siding east of here. He was badly pinched in the abdomen and brought to Forsyth on a freight train for care by company physician Dr. Withon.
Judge Murasky of San Francisco Superior Court imposes fines of 1 and 5 on three ticket brokers who disobeyed his injunction prohibiting scalping of special rate tickets for Episcopal General Convention delegates held in October.
The department of state ends talks with Pennsylvania Railroad for a special train movement to carry Prince Henry and his suite during the royal visit to the United States.
The Hotel Cecil in Ottawa Ont burned early today causing about 60 000 dollars in losses. Guests on the fifth floor were forced to flee in their night clothes.
The superintendent of the Ship Owners' Dry Dock Company on North Halsted Street was arrested today for importing labor into the state by false representation and advertisement and for failing to reveal a strike was in progress at the company’s establishment.
May be matched for a contest as Rob erts and McGovern train for Louisville on February 22. McGovern recovers from nose surgery and Sullivan trains with Tom Sharkey before heading to Louisville.
The marriage of Lord Staverdale eldest son of the fifth Earl of Neicester and Lady Helen Vane Tempest Stewart daughter of the Marquis of Londonderry took place at St. Peter's church Eaton Square today. The primate of all Ireland Most Rev William Alexander officiated. Presents valued upwards of £350000 were given.
Charies T Means a Republican National Committee man from New Hampshire died at his home in Manchester today at an unspecified age. The brief notice notes his service in the party and his residence in Manchester.
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