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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1901
Page
12
Police say foul play is suspected in a death case as James Phillips is arrested in connection with Brack’s death. Investigators reviewed evidence and canvassed witnesses as the inquiry continued.
The drowning of William Brack near Darby last week led to the arrest of James Phillips, who was with Brack when he disappeared. Asa Bradley, a Coroner's Jury member who signed the verdict of accidental drowning under protest, claims foul play and cites supposed lack of water in the body and head wounds as indicators. Phillips faces a preliminary examination before Justice Morris. haying in Bitter Root begins July 1 with 100 extra workers at Bitter Root Stock Farm earning $1.50 a day plus board.
The United States land office for the year ended June 30 reports total lands sold income of 45 954 82 with Bitter Root Indian lands adding about 15 000 Acres sold to Northern Pacific near 260 000 acres The year ends with numerous entries and proofs across pre emptions timber and stone homestead and mining categories plus a busy clerical staff and office hours The Globe notes new Turkish bathrooms and a first class barber shop at Rankin hotel operated by J M Belisle
Judge Napton presided a short district court session with approvals of sales and final accounts in estates of Swedborg Ferrasi and Schup, plus a cost ruling in Heilman v King. Montana Electric Light and Power v Herron overruled, minstrel show announced, special Fourth of July train schedule from Philipsburg to Missoula, and subscription premiums advertised by The Standard.
Mrs A L Westcott of Missoula received a letter announcing a substantial cash prize in a national art embroidery contest. Hundreds competed, the New York exhibition showcased her centerpiece of straw berries and blossoms with a natural looking border. The piece sold for a handsome price at the show.
July 2 report from Missoula notes Oregon Nursery Company manager B A Mitchell says the big St. Regis mill will start soon. The item mentions offices in Missoula and indicates economic activity in the timber sector.
The sawmill restart on the 10th will employ several hundred men and continue through the winter. The Missoula Mercantile company store will stay open until 10 o'clock Wednesday night for holiday shoppers.
Morgan and Co of this city will ship to Stevensville for the Fourth 600 dozen buns 300 lager cakes 800 loaves of bread and 200 pies. The shop boasts the largest oven and best workmen in Montana enabling them to fill the big order. Quality always counts. The Globe, Fourth sale offers 1.00 shirts at 45 cents.
Missoula officials confirm the depot contract is awarded to Deeks & Co. and materials are being moved in. The depot is to be built at the head of Higgins Avenue, ending local debate on the location.
Missoula July 2 John Myer a boy prisoner at the county jail was given a full outfit including clothes shoes hat and underwear. He surprised deputies by asking for funds to buy the items and the jail boys contributed the money. After shopping in the city with Mrs. Prescott his father may reclaim him soon or the sheriff may release him.
Missoula July report from Librarian Sue K. Reinhard shows total books issued 1,406 with 505 in science and 4 in history sections. Largest single day total was 86 on June 15 and 22 new cards issued, bringing year-to-date cards to 2,469. Expert bicycle repairs noted at Bishop and Kern.
A Missoula note reports two riders Alfred Thurston and Harold Heritage en route in a Seattle to St Paul bicycle wager with eight others, returning later. Also listed are unclaimed letters at the Missoula post office for week ending July 2 1901 and word of Samuel Mix killed in the Butte fire with ties to Missoula and Philipsburg.
William Q. Ranft receiver of the United States land office has returned from New York and other eastern cities after a month away seeking a car cure. A. B. Browne also returns from the East. both men arrived on the afternoon train. A special Fourth sale at The Globe offers a moskeag best gingham at 5 cents a yard.
Coroner John Hayes has returned from several weeks in Portland. He reports improved health from the trip and says he saw many interesting sights during his travels to large cities. P.M. Reilly & Co. appears in local notes with a display of split bamboo rods and nickel trimming at McBride’s.
Missoula readies Fourth of July festivities with elaborate decorations and peak visitor turnout expected. Special train schedules from Philipsburg Coeur d Alene and Bitter Root branches arranged, parade orders issued by Chief Marshal Sloane, and a 25 cent round trip fare for track events with multiple departures and police parade formations.
Stevensville plans a July celebration in the Bitter Root valley featuring the cornerstone laying of the M E South training school. A large bread and pastry shipment from L N Simons, including 700 loaves 500 dozen buns 200 lager cakes and 175 pies, signals abundant hospitality for guests.
In Missoula on July 2 a small group of men in uniform appeared on the streets. They are with Jarbours troupe of performers set to perform on the Fourth and will execute a special part of the programme.
F W Wilson manager of properties for St Regis Mining and Milling says the company owns good mines and has several men at work. The Copper Mountain tunnel is at 110 feet with significant activity on other claims.
Missoula July 2 declarations filed with the county clerk and recorder record the declaratory statement for Summit and Senate quartz lode mining claims located near Clinton by Marshall Wood. Quartz location also noted as Poor Man quartz.
Lode mining claims in the Nine Mile district filed by Elijah L Jameson and J M McFarland with occupancy by Simon Laundrey of St. Regis for 160 acres on Four Mile creek. Deed by S J Wilson to St. Regis Copper Mining and Milling Co for certain mining claims at $1. Patent to E M Dearle for 80 acres in Missoula district. Marriage license issued to Charles Henry Kiesling of St. Regis and Belle Baker of Missoula. Bride-elect from Missoula County, couple to reside in St. Regis. Local ad notes best paper hangers at L N Simons with prompt work.
Scott Sherrill, about 50, died in Missoula after months of illness. He was operated on twice with initial success, but did not survive. Surrounded by his wife and brothers, the body was sent to Corvallis for burial. He leaves a widow and three children and was a prominent Bitter Root valley ranchman with hundreds of acres.
Mrs Nellie Fordham files for divorce in district court assisted by Charles H Hale alleging separation since 1896 after marriage in Ohio. She says Liza Fordham failed for over a year to support her or provide necessities despite wage earning ability and a $17 monthly government pension.
The Missoula railway hospital June report lists 16 cases treated. Indoor patients: surgical 22, medical 17. office treated: surgical 29, medical 5. Discharges: indoor surgical 17, medical 18. office 29 total. Two deaths. Remaining: 22 surgical, 6 medical, 2 office surgical, 2 office medical.
Missoula July 2 Major Smead and son arrived from the reservation. The agent says the smallpox situation is improving with cases confined to a few areas. Three deaths occurred recently and a small percentage of current patients may not recover. Major Smead returned this afternoon.
July 8 features a large on the road animal show. H. W. McLaughlin returned from a two months stay in Kansas City consulting a specialist. Richard X. Hughes of Wisdom Olaf Omen of Bonner and Armintra Draper filed final proofs of homestead. Mrs. R. Brandt of the Rattlesnake calley was summoned to Great Falls by her mother in law's illness.
R O White found a small lizard in a water bucket from his Park addition irrigating ditch and will present it to the university. Miss Della Harding sent a handsome bouquet of roses to the Standard office praised for fragrance and variety. Edward Miller reports Windfall placer mines look prosperous this year in western Missoula County.
In Missoula on July 2 Miss Mary Work a patient at Sisters hospital underwent surgery by Dr. Minshall to remove a dead bone from the right leg below the knee. The patient withstood the operation well.
A Missoula report notes a counterfeit nickel sized coin that matches the genuine issue in weight and size, resembling a worn down nickel. The item is described as a lead S-rent piece showy in appearance and identical to real coins in hand.
Fred Cowan travels from Bonner while F G Higgins returns from the Butte races and Charles Hughes visits Missoula. A son is born to Charles W Chatting's wife. Barney Flynn returns from San Francisco as W Q Ranft heads home from New York. Winstanley moves his office to the Solomon block and Dr W P Mills returns from New York for the Fourth. Scharnikow and Judge O Bannon return from Deer Lodge, J W Nelson from Hamilton is to start at races, and Norris Rowe railroad shows agent visits Missoula to arrange events.
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