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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1903
Page
11
A survey determines the boundary between Broadwater and Meagher counties, aiming to resolve longstanding line disputes. Officials rely on historic plats and recent measurements to guide the final decision.
A joint petition from Broadwater and Meagher county boards asks Governor Toole to appoint an engineer to survey the disputed boundary between the counties. The survey will be final and may settle a long quarrel over area and taxes in a triangle near Sixteen Mile Creek with about 25000 dollars in property. The petition was led by Broadwater officials J. W. McDonald and Commissioner McMillan.
Vancouver July 25 Dr David Starr Jordan reports from Skagway after studying Alaska salmon fisheries aboard the Albatross and aboard the Princess May He says hatcheries are essential to keep streams stocked and urges three Alaska hatcheries and similar Canadian action for Fraser River stocks He will file his report after coastal observers complete data and notes Stanford University changes tied to Mrs Stanford's July 7 address and board powers.
Whatcom Washington July 25 C J Lord of Olympia was elected president of the Washington State Bankers association today P C Kauffman of Tacoma Succeeds himself as secretary W E Schricker of Laconner was reelected vice president and George Brooks of Spokane was elected treasurer The delegates to the convention of the American Bankers association at San Francisco are E W Purdy of Whatcom and W M Shaw of Spokane The next meeting will be held in Walla Walla.
A deed recorded in Stockton on July 2 conveys to the Western Pacific Railway company the Stockton and Beckwith Pass Railroad rights of way between Stockton and Beckwith pass. The stated consideration is $95,562.29, securing all rights of way between Stockton and Beckwith pass, including segments to Sacramento.
French legislators forming the arbitration group departed London for Paris after a farewell by Sir Henry Campbell-Bannerman and other MPs at the railroad station.
Special Dispatch to the Standard Helena July 25. The supreme court adjourned until October 6 with most justices and staff taking summer delays. Judge T. C. Bach representing F Augustus Heinze appeared and secured a remittitur for the Minnie Healey suit waiving rehearing rights, noting recall possible if requested within the prescribed time.
Vienna reports 9 soldiers died and 70 more were seriously ill after an infantry regiment endured a two hour sham fight in extreme heat during a march from Trebinje to Belik. Thermometer hit 125 degrees. Critics blame heavy load and poor handling. war office calls it unavoidable.
A large Helena cathedral observed solemn services for Leo XIII with black drapery and liturgical display. Bishop Brandel led requiem high mass, delivered a panegyric, while the diocese held bells tolling and processions of mourning.
Helena July 2 The supreme court today set cases for hearing including State vs Stickney Talbot vs Butte City Water Co Hahn vs James city of Butte vs Cook Huntington vs Walsh Kipp vs Burton King vs Allen Conklin vs Cullen Hamilton vs Murray Empire State Mining Co vs Mitchell Bain vs Struck Yank vn Bordeaux estate of Allport Babcock vs Maxwell Clark vs Grand Opera House Co Davidson vs Brampler Heffernn vs Karlman Murray vs Livingston Powell vs May Glavin vs Lane Meisner vs city of Dillon State ex rel Davis vs district court of Silver Bow Taillan vs Mears Angle vs Standard Drug Co Forrester va Boston & Montana Mining Co Hoar vs Hennessy Montana Railway Co vs Freezer Ancient Order of Hibernians vs Sparrow
Virginia City reports rancher Charles Carlson badly hurt after a hay wagon accident near Bear Creek valley. Carlson fell under the wagon and requires surgical help. feared internal injuries. Also noted are bank changes with Madison State Bank and Twin Bridges State Bank, new officers, and Sept. 1 start of administration.
Forsyth July 25 One of the most expensive improvements on the Northern Cheyenne reservation is under way a $26 000 school with dormitories offices and the like Four brick and stone buildings will form the school proper and dormitories while a large building will house the culinary department Contractors have 50 men at work and a brickyard is used for bricks Maj J C Clifford government agent at Lame Deer has pushed to secure educational facilities for his charges and hopes are bright
In Philadelphia on July 25 a distinguished gathering of diplomats naval officers and citizens witnessed the launch of the Turkish cruiser Medjidia the first warship built there for the Ottoman empire. Mrs. Edwin B Cramp was sponsor of the vessel.
J F E Kurtz, longtime Yegen Bros. official, left Billings for Cleveland to explore a wholesale house post. If the fit proves right he will relocate. otherwise he may return to audit Yegen offices and their Gardiner and Anaconda banks. He has been a prominent business and political figure here and presided over the Young Men's Republican club. A reception and smoker at Elke hall honored him with toasts and stories as club president.
A tower explosion this afternoon sparked a distillery fire causing about 100 thousand dollars in damage. Three firemen and two distillery employees were slightly injured. damage was fully covered by insurance.
Thirteen people were injured, two possibly fatally, when two streetcars on the Compton heights and Fourth street lines collided. A new motorman’s crossing error sparked the crash. Motorman R. E. Matthews was among the injured and fled the scene. George A. Bernie, 65, suffered internal injuries, a dislocated shoulder, and head and arm wounds.
Chicago markets report a volatile session with wheat dipping early then reclaiming losses as hot winds in the Northwest and weak thrashing reports spurred shorts to cover. Corn led gains, closing strong, while oats and hogs softened amid heavy receipts and local weakness in provisions.
Berlin July 25 Dr Koch president of the Reichsbank hosted a dinner for the American and Mexican monetary commissioners. Mr Burton chairman of the rivers and harbors commission received courtesy and was aided in his observations. An electric launch was placed at his disposal for inspecting Berlin's canal construction.
George A. Davis, one of the two lawyers facing disbarment in Hawaii, answers the charge of unprofessional conduct. He accuses Attorney General Andrews of power misuse and calls for Governor Dole to remove the official.
Invitations are out for the marriage of W. J. Church and Miss Florence Waddingham of Forsyth. The ceremony will be at the Methodist Episcopal church on the night of August 10. The couple will be at home September 1 after a trip to Western Montana points.
in San Francisco on July 25 Rev Father Libert Hubert Boeynams of Honolulu was today consecrated bishop of Zeugma by papal mandate from the late Leo XIII.
San Juan Puerto Rico July 25 in accordance with Governor Hunt proclamation the fifth anniversary of the American occupation of Porto Rico was celebrated today as a holiday.
In Thomaston Maine on July 25 a large handsome stone tablet honoring Gen Henry Knox the first secretary of war under Washington was unveiled. The tablet was purchased by the General Knox chapter Daughters of the American Revolution.
Chicago cattle receipts rise with steers priced at 4.25 to 5.25 for prime and stockers at 2.50 to 3.50. Cows bring 1.50 to 4.00, bulls 2.25 to 4.75, calves around 0.86 to 6. Breeds show Texas steers at 3.50 to 1.95. hogs today 14,000 with Monday total 38,000, mixed and butchers 5.00 to 5.75, good to choice heavy 5.55 to 5.79, lighter grades 5.40. Sheep receipts 2,400 with good to choice wethers at 8.75 to 4.4, western lambs 4.00 to 6.00.
Terre Haute Indiana July 25 the elevator and mill of the Majestic distillery owned by Distilling and Distributing Company were destroyed by a blaze with no immediate report of injuries.
Kansas City cattle receipts sparse with varied quotes. Native steers 6.25, Texas and Indian steers 3.20 to 4.00, Texas cows 3.0 to 3.30, native cows and heifers 5.40, stockers and feeders 2.50 to 3.75, calves 2.05, western steers 4.0, western cows 2.15. Hogs receipts 2000, market weak to lower, bulk 5.20 to 5.40, heavies 5.40 to 5.40, packers 5.20 to 5.75. Sheep receipts none.
The daily statement of the treasury shows available cash balance of 228 million 186 thousand 107 dollars and gold holdings of 95 million 905 thousand 90 dollars.
Hig Steamer Mongolia, built for Pacific Transport, launched at New Jersey Shipbuilding Co yard in Camden. Second largest ship built in the United States, to serve Philippine and Chiapa trade. Sister ship Manchuria to be launched in October. Miss Lucy Be Kennedy of Pittsburg christened the Mongolia.
Attorney Enstrom, for Messrs. Doherty and Egan, files in the supreme court for $100,000 against J Edward Addicks. Stock in the Boston South Boston and Bay State Gas companies is attached. Doherty and Egan oppose the proposed Bay States merger of Boston gas firms.
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