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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jul 07, 1903
Page
16
Missoula notes prime orchard and field conditions in Bitter Root valley. Hot sun and warm rain enrich hay and grain yields with record barley and field peas for pasture. Dairy cattle and Herefords thrive. Vinegar venture, road irrigation issues, and new local packers loom as growers plan profitable diversification.
The text describes a Fourth of July on the reservation with festive events and racing galore. It notes ongoing celebrations and extended activities, with Indians enjoying gala events and continued pageantry.
A cryptic note suggests wagering activity may continue while any remaining Tooney off for gambling persists. The fragment hints at ongoing betting trends and regulatory pressures affecting pools and related play.
Reports indicate the haying season has started in parts of the valley and will reach full swing in one to two weeks. Farmers note the crop quality and compare regional yields with Missoula and Butte as hay production in nearby counties draws curiosity.
The St Regis mill near Missoula will start sawing within days. The Hoge site labor crew will run near full capacity with day and night shifts operating, promising the largest adit ever made there. Weather conditions are expected to affect scheduling.
Missoula reports Greenough and son sail from Seattle toward Siberia to oversee mining operations. They will be away for several months. The note mentions travels via Co Meekier and Reilly's as stops or sponsors of the voyage.
The report shows June month cash totals and balances across funds. Road fund notes taxes collected and warrants paid. Fire fund and cemetery balances listed with warrants and cash on hand.
Special correspondence from Hamilton reports a crowd at the Fourth of July events with spectators and a city gathering. Mentions of Miss Nargely, Miss Markle's announce of a wedding, and local fishing activity are interwoven with the city’s celebration and weekend mood.
The Standard records include a claim filed by McGrath on Trout Creek near Mouth Creek and a call by T Wilkinson and wife for engraved carts. A Missoula item notes Mrs. Mary J. Ratlife writing from Berkeley praising the climate change and new surroundings.
Mayors attempt to revoke the Ex change variety hall license on July 4 failed as aldermen restored the license with conditions requiring removal of a $5,760 damage claim. Proprietor A T Mille refused to drop the claim prompting further council debate on legality and compensation.
Missoula county commissioners met to declare the surveyor’s office vacant and nominate Chauncey Woodworth to fill the post. They approved road changes in section 16 township 1 range 22 West and granted other road petitions. The board scheduled future meetings and reviewed county printing bids, tax sales, and claims, including several to Missoula merchants and contractors. Deputy sheriff executed writs of attachment at Fish Creek, with several accounts listed for settlement.
At the quarterly conference in the Methodist Episcopal church led by Dr. Jacob Mille of Helena, the local church reported 250 members, 27 received on probation, and strong finances with $2400 raised. Officers and committees for the coming year were elected, including trustees J. T. Hinch and W. H. Dicks, stewards, and various class leaders and mission groups.
The passage recalls rural childhood days with chores, Sunday school, and family routines. It reflects on long work hours, snow, attic drafts, and the ache of aging as the speaker remembers a simpler era, contrasting past hardships with present reflections.
An Anaconda reader is urged to avoid substitutes and try Dean's Kidney Pills sold by S1nch Drug Case in Helena. The notice claims relief from backache and kidney trouble and lists general testimonials from customers.
Misoula notes report Hinsley leaving for artillery and Larrabie improving at the hospital. Dr McCullough called to aid Mrs C. Fl Boas. Charles Allard returned from the reservation. Tremblay improving. a marriage license issued to Harris Wilson and Mary Thibodeau. Sisters' hospital care for spinal meningitis. Mrs Rowland leaves after five weeks. Installation of league officers led by Rev Bennett. Michael Flynn sued over a debt at a sawmill. seven wagons passed through town on Viet way tram. Weather and Fourth of July prep touched. Indians visiting for the holiday parade.
A report suggests two mares died after being exposed to Larkspur while grazing. Investigators believe the horses were poisoned and did not survive after their condition worsened, likely following a recent illness.
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