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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1903
Page
10
James Conlon of Bannack rented a horse from Marsh Bros livery in Missoula and left to fetch his own horse at Grant Creek. He promised to return that evening but has not reappeared, raising concerns of accident or foul play. His wife and friends attest to his integrity.
The sheriff's force in Missoula expresses disgust at chasing a marked suspect, as Fridays search for the Cray hold‑upper and a later futile hunt for the Butte escapee fail to locate the targets. A noon report notes a large black man seen near yards. a box car search finds a man not matching the wanted description and he is released.
Miscreants robbed lawns and garden beds in Missoula on Friday and Saturday nights. Wards of H. McLeod J. M. Keith George Briggs and others reported large quantities of roses stolen and beds trampled. A special watchman was hired to guard the premises.
Missoula reporter states President Craig of the state university left for Boston to attend the National Educational association meeting. He travels via St. Louis and will be away for several weeks.
Missoula reports Pat Callahan buried his fine Newfoundland this afternoon, the dog having lived many years with his owner and been a faithful companion through the years.
The night watchman’s dog, closely attached to his owner, was shot as Mr. Callahan rode past the brewery. The bullet hit the animal’s kidneys and the dog died this morning. The shooter has been arrested. Novelties in fireworks. McBride. Dr. R. Gwinn, oculist and aurist.
Trent Creech reports from Missoula on Sand Point Idaho booming to a population around 1400 with three new additions and a Humbert Luander mill employing about 200. The town competes with Hope as rail activity shifts and county division debates loom while Hope declines and Trout Creek rises as a future hub.
Missoula June 28 The search for the colored man who assaulted brake man I P Gray on Friday night has been vigorous for two days and it is now certain the assailant was not a soldier He may have worn a soldier’s uniform but was not from Fort Missoula Soldiers on leave show they were not involved Gray now conscious cannot be sure the man wore a uniform Hidden details may fully clarify the case Golden Rule Missoula mail orders.
The funeral for Robert L. Coombs who died in Bonner from paralysis was held at the Odd Fellows' hall in Missoula this afternoon under Masonic auspices. He was widely known across Western Montana and is uncle to Mrs. William Mc Keen and George and John Hammond.
In Missoula on June 28 the Athletics and Fort Missoula met at the fort grounds. The soldiers won 9 to 7 after two tied scores. The game concluded in the ninth inning with the colored players prevailing.
Missoula on June 28 announces the funeral for the late Joseph Steiger. Services begin at the residence under Elks auspices and continue at 2 o'clock with services at St Xavier's church.
Word from Kalispell reports Mrs Harpy Keith in very low condition with partial paralysis of the spinal cord. Dr Mille left for Kalispell to be in attendance as fears rise for her recovery.
Missoula reporter notes Mrs A Pepperts wife of the local lumber plant superintendent has left for Deer Lodge and will stay until after the Fourth. Hood River berries available at P M Teillys.
In forest seclusion a railroad town rises near Pend Oreille with a planned roundhouse east of the depot. A boarding house already under construction and platted lots on the mountainside signal initial growth as workers move in and the railroad builds a hub while real estate activity lingers. Trout Creek and Paseo parallels draw attention as development unfolds in Missoula standard notices.
Hamilton prepares the largest Fourth of July celebration in Bitter Root with a special Northern Pacific train from Missoula. The day centers on a Missoula Athletic Association versus Hamilton Mine baseball game for 500 a side, plus a 50 purse for the winner. Fireworks, ovations, and. sports will fill the schedule as visitors are welcomed.
The London Leader notes the tea frock as a graceful indoor garment for daily wear. It combines neat fitting with ease, avoiding the soggy look of a tea gown. A hidden corset-like belt promises a slim waist and comfort without a full corset.
Missoula took a decisive 18 to 1 win over Anaconda Steamfitters as home players seized control from the start. The Missoula fielding was sharp while Matt and the visitors struggled with footing and misplays, sealing a one sided battle.
The piece profiles Miss Gardiner Miss Wool and Miss Wood who shattered college records at field day with minimal training only a few weeks outdoors on campus grass. It notes their natural wiriness grace and focus and mentions a planned campus cinder path to aid future runners.
Evelyn Gardiner and Agnes Wood of Vassar set new marks in standing and running broad jumps and sprints, drawing attention to female athletes. Reporters describe their modest, refined appearances, quiet lives, and rising athletic prominence amid campus chatter.
A New York Times feature questions currency weight and value. A treasury employee notes that a five dollar gold piece weighs about 0.296 ounces and that about six to seven one dollar bills balance its weight. The piece also discusses weights of various coins and currency, including totals for a $1000 standard gold coin and other denominations.
A. L. Duncan appointed clerk for School District No. 1 in Missoula County Montana. The move formalizes administrative staffing in the district.
Notice by the Missoula County Montana School District No. 1 board of trustees states a sale of district bonds for 1400 at 4 percent interest, redeemable in three years, sold at par. Board may reject bids or sell privately. officials listed include John J. Sloane, J M Whith, A D Stone, Charles F F Hollingsworth, Bhek, A L Duncan.
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