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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1910
Page
11
The Inland Empire of Moore released a special edition featuring half tone views of the progressive town and nearby wheat fields. It praises Fergus county farms and touts Montana as a great agricultural district, while a critic recalls describing a Bible as fascinating and historically valuable.
In the Columbus News summary of the Billings Gazette memorial day report, Rev Edward Smith offers a contrary view claiming few attendees besides participants. The notice implies doubt about the Gazette’s turnout claim and hints at a miscount or waning Billings population.
The Madison County Monitor notes Pittsburg will deploy missionaries to sing and play in fields to halt Sunday baseball. The piece doubters the plan will work and jokes that a tied game with bases loaded and a strong batter may tempt the missionaries to cheer for the home team.
The Fergus County Democrat cites a rise from two to 28 elevators over three years and forecasts 50 to 100 elevators in the Judith basin as grain prospects surge, calling it an unmatched record of agricultural achievement.
The Columbia Falls Columbian notes nearly every kid in town is whooping it up and suggests letting the good feeling spread to adults. The piece implies that playful revelry could benefit the community and lift spirits.
Commentary notes the London wool market's strength contrasted with a Boston market slump and questions whether eastern buyers aim to press western growers to lower prices.
The Livingston Post notes a curious contrast as hundreds in Livingston have never visited Yellowstone National Park while many travel eastward or across Europe, highlighting local curiosity about distant wonders.
The piece argues some people are too sentimental and not practical in their faith. It warns believers to live as men and work to clean their own city streets rather than dreaming of celestial gold.
The Missoula Herald reports Beatrice Fairfax advises women to avoid marrying the wrong man by being as careful in husband selection as in choosing a lifelong home, noting that fear of error has left some women unmarried.
Missoula dentists show camaraderie by keeping one colleague on duty while the others fish, a plan that lets locals endure toothaches as needed. This small act reflects generous community spirit and practical humor among practitioners.
The Helena Record notes Jay Gould's grandson began walking home from school due to homesickness. The story likens him to a barefoot boy who plays on vacant lots, implying he remains unspoiled yet faces ordinary temptations.
Medical experts publish results from years of obesity research led by G. M. Miles and other doctors in the Medical Record. Findings show the fatter subject surpasses thinner peers in health and lifespan, challenging common perceptions about obesity.
The Pony Express notes growing weather and rising mining activity in Willow Creek district. In 1910 every man who wants work is employed, farmers seek more help, payrolls rise, and idle miners are absent. Developments on older properties show higher values and larger ore bodies, boosting optimism.
The Bozeman Republican Courier notes decreasing beef cattle supplies east of the Missouri river as the most vital issue for the livestock industry. It urges intensified replenishment efforts to sustain landowner prosperity and keep beef affordable for consumers.
Walter Valerian writes from New Jersey that his westward journey yielded a most important discovery and he shares details of his observations and conclusions with the press.
From the Helena Record, Helena friends of Chris Connolly hope he will get that $20,000 he is suing for. They note that if Lawler were worth that much money he would not be serving as assistant attorney general of the United States.
Colonel Bryan voices belief that the 1912 Democratic nomination will go to a western man. He declines to be more specific due to his modesty. The remark reflects Bryan's cautious framing amid national political chatter.
The Valley County News urges every citizen to participate beyond voting by campaigning to ensure the right candidates receive nominations before the convention. The piece emphasizes duty to act in the interest of the election and the nation.
Miss Anne Morgan daughter of J P Morgan visited Roundout Valley 500 feet underground to see Catskill aqueduct construction. She spoke with Italian and Black workers for hours accompanied by Miss Frances Keller and Dr David Flynn. She praised the engineers and urged kindness to workers.
Mrs Lovina Streight widow of General A D Streight died at her home in Indianapolis aged 80. Renowned during the Civil War as the angel of the Fifth Indiana regiment she served as a nurse and carried messages between generals Buell and Boyle in Tennessee. She was captured by the enemy but escaped with a wagon driven by a teamster at the muzzle of her revolver.
President Taft arrived in Washington at 8 44 PM from his western journey and headed to the White House. He praised the enthusiastic crowds at each railroad stop despite rain and spoke briefly at several points.
Fred Sommers and Grace Thornton were quietly married at the Stark hotel in Twin Bridges with Rev. Wiley Mountjoy officiating. The couple will reside in Twin Bridges before continuing to Dillon and Butte. The Lauterbach and Wyrouch ranches have been paid off and turned over to new owners, with plans to parcel the land for homeseekers. T. F. Jenkins faces a potential district court trial for receiving stolen goods tied to sheep thefts. A saloon closure ordinance was delayed to July due to publishing oversights. Pritchett mining near Bear Gulch may shut June 15 due to owner disagreements on development. Agnes and Ruth Mountjoy returned from Richmond Kentucky where Agnes teaches and Ruth studies.
Floral chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star voted to recess for summer after a rapid growth since November. Matron Mrs. W. C. Kester received a silver-mounted baking dish as a token of esteem before leaving to join her husband in Townsend where he will manage and edit a new paper coming in July.
The United States is asked to designate a suitable Nicaraguan to head a provisional regime with elections to choose a constitutional president. Madriz previously rejected the plan but may reconsider as his forces face supply shortages and fatigue.
Dr Luis Corea in Washington published a cable text from President Madriz stating government forces at Bluefields and Rama withdrew on Madrid orders and regrouped elsewhere He questioned reports that the retreat was a flight from insurgents and insisted on the official explanation.
Washington reports the United States court of customs appeals will open with 225 docketed cases as the starter. On Tuesday the five judges will hear arguments, with Presiding Judge Robert M. Montgomery of Michigan and Associate Judges William Hunt of Montana James F. Smith of California O N Barber of Vermont and Marion Devries of California.
In Wilkes county officers clashed with suspected moonshiners. over 19 shots were fired after the Revenue Bureau destroyed three illicit distilleries and 4,000 gallons of beer. No officers were hurt and one arrest was reported.
Prince Fushimi-No-Miya and his wife arrive in Washington for a semi official tour. The prince, a naval officer with a strong war record, will inspect the naval gun factory where 14 inch rifles for new Dreadnoughts are produced. Social functions accompany the visit.
Chicago June 5 State Attorney Wayman said Lee O Neill Browne a state legislator charged with bribery in the Lorimer election case will be tried tomorrow morning Browne contends criminal court lacks jurisdiction and two hours before trial will seek a writ of habeas corpus in circuit court for a hearing
Reports from Chicago indicate unrest at several Illinois coal mines as pumpmen and enginemen were called out. Mine engineers, pit bosses, and other workers hired by the Illinois Operators' association to keep engines working were driven from their posts at some locations.
A mass meeting of Pittsburg residents of British birth or descent decided to erect a research laboratory for the local tuberculosis sanitarium as a memorial to King Edward VII. Funds will be raised by subscription and eight permanent beds will be added to the sanitarium.
Reports from Bristow Tennessee describe a wind and hail storm that leveled two churches and about a dozen houses in the area last night. Crops suffered major damage but no fatalities were reported.
The United Irish Society of Chicago at its annual convention denounced the English House of Lords and predicted its early abolition. It praised the Irish Parliamentary Party and pledged continued support for Ireland’s home rule campaign.
An aeroplane carrying Maurice Farman and Georges Besancon capsized near Versailles. The pilots were not seriously hurt and were recovering after the incident.
Washington officials say that if all currency in circulation were shared equally, each man, woman, and child would receive 34.59 dollars. The total money in the United States on June 1 stood at 3419 dollars per person average not shown.
Classified notices call for an experienced gentleman singer and pianist for a moving picture show in Hamilton. A girl to run body honor for $12 weekly at Anaconda Laundry. A dishwasher job at 306 Chestnut Anaconda. Agents needed to sell buggy attachments in Montana with $5 to start, contact Butte options. A local representative wanted for an established factory with stock, salary $100 to $15 monthly plus expenses. Liberty Co., Chicago address listed.
A Washington Herald piece reports Dr Emil Bunzl of Vienna endorsing yawning as a valuable exercise for respiratory muscles. He cites Dr Naegli of Liège noting deep, stretched yawns improve air exchange, aid swallowing and hearing in throat catarrh, with six to eight yawns per session followed by swallowing.
In a Youth's Companion tale Bridget, six months in service to a literary woman, refuses a wage advance. A bemused mistress offers a check to cover owed wages but Bridget backs away, insisting she would prefer cash and declines the bank explanation.
A collection of classified lines seeking furniture buyers sellers loans real estate and services in Butte and Helena. Entries include furniture for sale and requests for teams for work near Warm Springs, positions as shoe store salesmen, curtains and shirtwaists wanted, loans on real estate and stocks, assayers chemists firms in Butte Helena and Missoula, and a lost pocketbook reward.
Butte shoppers offered top cash or store credit for used items by the Oecheli company. The new department at 4 West Broadway invites inquiries and pays best prices. Call Bell 776 or phone 157 for details.
Numerous furnished and unfurnished flats, rooms, and houses for rent in Butte and Anaconda. Entries include 3 and 4 room modern flats, 5 room flats, 1 room houses, store rooms, and a shop with steam heat. Some listings specify addresses on Park Silver Colorado Fifth and Broadway with landlord contacts.
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