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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1901
Page
4
Chief Taylor and Night Chief O Brien outline plans to curb pickpockets touts and hoboes during the upcoming race meet. They warn residents to lock doors and windows and say two to three specials plus vigilant patrols will deter crime.
Officials promise vigilant watch during races to deter vagabonds and beggars. Citizens urged to avoid feeding itinerants and to stay alert for suspicious characters. The notice reflects anxieties about crowding and public safety during the upcoming event. Dr Sanford’s Liver Invigorator advertised as a liver medicine and digestive aid.
Mrs KLANK of Anaconda Mont issues a public challenge to wrestle any man in Montana or the Northwest under cateh-ae catceh-can rules best two falls out of three. She will stake $100 to win, naming Tony Harris Mike Ali of Butte or Jim Morris of Spokane as preferred opponents.
Mary Conway withdrew the charge in the Conway versus Conway case before Judge Hayes yesterday forenoon, leading to immediate dismissal. The dispute arose from a nuisance complaint against her husband at the East Fifth street residence after repeated postponements.
Daniel James sues George B. O Neal in district court seeking 97.87 he paid as surety on a note dated Oct 16 1896. The instrument for 60 dollars owed Robert Keith with O Neal as principal and James as security.
The Ladies' League of the Sacred Heart hosted a coffee booth run by Mrs. K. Lewis and Mrs. BR. 8. Tolan, generating the top funds. Other successful contributors on the tables were Mrs. J. BE. McKonnell, Mrs. Frank P. Maloney, Mrs. J. T. Twohy, Mrs. C. Healy and Mrs. T. D Fitzgerald. The group thanks all who contributed to the event.
Fire department responded at 11 30 yesterday forenoon to extinguish a woodshed blaze at Jesse Fitzpatrick 411 Cherry street. Origin traced to a bonfire built too close to the shed. Smoke and flames were contained with little damage and no spread to the adjacent residence.
Property owners may appeal high assessments to the county commissioners acting as a board of equalization. County Assessor George Miller completed the rolls, now under review, with hearings set Mondays and Tuesdays until August 15. Values overall are seen as fair with few complaints expected.
At a Crittenden circle meeting in Anaconda, talks focused on a Helena home, its future funding, and growth of the circle. The secretary noted strong activity, with prior donations of clothing and goods and a grateful letter from the Helena matron. Anaconda officers are President Mrs Leahy, Secretary Mrs Remington, Treasurer Mrs McLaren.
Tommy Hughes was yesterday awarded the flag given by Captain Hallahan for the best drilled member of the high school battery. The flag, brought back from the Philippines, is historic and highly valued by the donor.
Lames MacAuley fell from his horse at the track while dismounting to open a gate. He believed the gate was closed, but it was open, and the horse moved suddenly causing the fall. No serious injuries were reported.
Andy King ex featherweight champion of the Northwest accepts a 20 round bout with Jimmie Kennard the St Paul Kid. King demands a purse of at least $509 and a side bet of at least $250 guaranteed by the hosting club.
Dr. FE A Irvine of Boulder selected to succeed Dr N B Snyder on the medical staff at St Ann's hospital. He and his wife, recently from Anaconda, are staying at the Montana. He is described as a gentleman well qualified to fill the position and will assume duties in a few days.
John Barry suffered a shoulder dislocation while on duty at the converters yesterday. He was carried by ambulance to St. Ann's hospital where medical staff attended to the injury.
At the Monday night meeting the school board chose Miss Ella Adams to succeed Miss Margaret Thomas who resigned to accept the deputy clerk of the district court post.
The Duluth to lakes trip aboard the steamship Miami sails twice weekly tying to the Eastern Railway of Minnesota. Fares and berth reservations mirror Great Northern Railway rates as shown by the agent’s illustrated information.
Sealed bids for privileges at Mountain View park for the Labor Day picnic by the Central Labor Council of Anaconda. Bids open August 1. One third of bid due with bid, balance on committee acceptance. Send to W. H. Young 606 Cedar Street.
Edward Dempsey an 18 year old from Philadelphia has survived 13 serious accidents and near misses since birth. He rode into a trolley, fractured his skull but walked to Jefferson hotel hospital with no fear. His father Patrick Dempsey a former oarsman recalls a life of crashes from Falls of Schuylkill to Wissahickon peril. Doctors say he will likely face another accident next year.
The Johnstown Democrat envisions the next Congress entering a scene of regal magnificence with mahogany desks heavy leather chairs frescoed ceilings. Committee rooms will match palace style with rugs curtains plate-glass mirrors and finest furnishings reflecting a new place in the world.
A garbled OCR passage lists numerous times and page references such as 4:10 a.m. 5:10 a.m. 6:10 a.m. and 7:10 a.m. interspersed with page indicators like 200 p. 730 p. 140 p. The fragment suggests a schedule or index of times but offers no coherent article context or complete events.
The text describes renovations to the house of representatives including mirrors frescoed rooms and new rugs lounges curtains and mahogany furniture. It notes extensive improvements under republican rule to enhance luxury and magnificence in the chambers and common areas.
A New York World note laments constant pistol shots across the city with frequent mischief and safety concerns. The column reflects on the pervasiveness of gunfire and its impact on daily life and public atmosphere.
A wild West style spree in New York leaves several dead and wounded. Three gun incidents occur Saturday night with no accidental shooting claims. One shooter is a police officer using a legally held weapon. two others fired without licenses and with intent. The piece notes a strong law against concealed weapons and questions if words alone enforce it.
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