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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1905
Page
12
The Western Montana News Office section shows an itemized update from the regional newsroom. It highlights local officials, community events, and brief notices reflecting daily civic life in the area. The text emphasizes scheduled meetings and forthcoming public notices.
Judge Webster signed a decree in the Samuel Dinsmore vs A C Robinson case denying relief to Dinsmore and awarding Robinson $850 damages to be credited toward the land price. Robinson also owed $712.50 on Nov 13, 1900 with interest from Dec 13, 1900, plus $58 in rents to be credited. The divorce case of C H Brandon vs Louis Brandon proceeded with absence of the defendant and alimony disputes.
In Bonner Missoula on June 18 the Rebekah lodge held a large reception for visiting state president Mrs. Butler. Addresses were given and refreshments served. Lodge members aim to become a leading group in the state as several attendees traveled from the city. Also noted are railway construction worker details and a distinct mention of Iron Mountain Mont and Rowe.
In Green May Wisconsin June 14 Sheriff restrains interference. Kid Sayers of Milwaukee and Tommy Mowatt of Chicago boxed eight rounds to a draw tonight.
A June sale highlights inexpensive white goods with cambric gowns and skirts offered at 65 to 95 cents and one dollar. The ad emphasizes careful construction, generous sizes, and styles aimed to be as practical as if made at home, promoting value beyond savings.
Missoula and surrounding valleys report prosperity with crops thriving after early summer rains. Maj. Samuel Bell Tew notes reservation survey progress, while Col. J A McGowen reports Plains flourishing under a new county, more newspapers, and rising activity as the district braces for a new county next March. Local residents praise crops and lumbering, despite street corner objections.
Missoula June 14 Down In good old Frenchtown and Gras Valley west of Missoula plans are underway for the St John’s Day celebration on the 2th of this month. Grase Valley or Frenchtown will host as valley residents join the French holiday. Peter Scheffer was elected chairman and W H L Marion named secretary. The programme will be announced soon.
Judge William Ti Hunt of the United States court ordered that at the end of cases now on trial all civil cases except where the government is a party will roll to next term. Criminal indictments await trial due to docket pressures. The St Louis Mining and Milling versus Montana case consumed three weeks already and may need three more. J Re Parks testified all day. Lavewer completed cross examination and Senator Brown then took over.
Two well known financiers discussed forming a local loan association. They are backed by sufficient capital to establish and float the venture, with city leaders offering full cooperation. The project aims to serve the community’s needs while maintaining strict local oversight.
William E. Alexander contests a homestead near Lake Como in the Bitter Root Valley against Thomas H. Burke. The local office in March IMS heard the case with witness testimony. The office recommended rejecting the homestead application and allowing the claimant to stand.
Gazette reports Professor Wimbledon seeks a man about 30 to serve as a churchman helper. Must drive wagon, tend stable and garden, milk cows, manage pies, wait at table, and present gentlemanly appearance. Tea-totaler, excellent references, lodging and meals to be supplied by self. wage listed as zero with provisions for lodging and meals.
The Sacred Heart academy music department held a successful musicale in the academy hall with a high quality program. Prizes were awarded for best work in music for the year, including Miss Margret McLoughin who won the gold medal, Rosie Burne of Fallon, Ming Eden Nibler from Uniontown Washington, Ida Flagler, Marion of Missoula, Alice Colvin of Lewistown, and Luella Summers for faithful study.
Organizers of a benevolent corporation press petitions to circulate within ten days asking the Los Angeles council to grant a monopoly on saloon business. They plan to replace 200 to 700 saloons with coffee clubs, limit profits, regulate operations, and invest in public improvements and fixtures for 200 existing saloons.
Missoula June 14 Judge Hayes united William Brown colored and Ethel Coy Roth in marriage after arrest for residence, the ceremony performed and they were discharged. The bride known as Ethel Meswengale, with a young child. He was taken this morning by T N Coleman for the state society for the prevention of cruelty to children and placed with the society at Twin Bridges.
The Missoula Chamber of Commerce held an adjourned meeting as many members could not attend. Discussion covered new business and voter matters, with plans for a Fourth of July celebration likely to be the largest ever held if undertaken.
Richard Howard Daniels, Missoula high school principal, married Edith Gleason of Detroit in an Aurora Michigan Episcopal ceremony. The pair, who traveled East two weeks ago, plan Niagara Falls and Higgins Lake visits before returning to Missoula so Daniels may establish the couple’s home there around August 1.
A silver loving cup, about 12 inches high, with gold lining, is presented to Coach Conibear, late athletic director of the University of Montana, by friends in Missoula. The cup, richly engraved, honors his service and friendships formed in Missoula, now to be sent to Portland where he and Mrs. Conibear reside.
County commissioners of Missoula county met to inspect road work and discuss a new county road from the hill south of town near the Frank Higgins place toward Four Mi to this area. Frank Turnell was licensed to run a saloon at French. A request by George Dougherty for a right of way for an electric road between Missoula and Bitter Root valley points was tabled. The board adjourned to continue June 21. The University of Montana summer session opened with encouraging early enrollment and many teachers seeking scientific training. The six week session will run through July.
Delegates arrive in Missoula for the state Epworth League convention under First Methodist Episcopal auspices. Mayor Smith and officials greet visitors with welcomes. Activities include a city drive, Fort Missoula visit, and a sham battle entertainment. Several delegates reach Missoula, including Rex We, Van Orsdel, Miss King, and Rev J A Martin. The opening session is at the Methodist church with addresses of welcome.
A testimonial from a patient afflicted with rheumatism for two years describes severe knee and elbow stiffness. After doctors and various treatments failed, the subject credits S. S. with curing the ailment after a period of use and expresses strong belief in its efficacy.
In July and autumn tasks, seaweed is spread along hedges and roads to conserve moisture, curb wash from winter melt, and promote turf growth. After replacing with stable manure, privet gains luxuriance and roads stay free of bare brush, providing a green russet contrast between hedges.
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