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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1902
Page
9
A newspaper coupon invites the Lady of the House to redeem by Wednesday night for half the purchase price of a pound of any fresh roasted coffee. The deal requires presenting the cutout at the store.
The initial race meeting closes its first week with strong racing and a lively crowds, though betting from city poolrooms and league baseball drew attention away from the track. Officials, weather, and top-class horses receive praise while bookmakers remain a force in the city’s wagering scene.
Extensive weights and entries listed for six races. Notable odds include Sempertra 167 and Macana 108 in sells. Turf race features Cougar 101 and Surmise 108. track listed as fast with clear weather.
In the first race at five and one half furlongs the contenders include Sydney C. Low with jockey 112 Glendon aboard Gold Bell at 108 and Londin.
In Anaconda at Mountain View Park yesterday the Butchers beat the Molders 9 to 8 in a tight contest. Lyonsmith hit the only home run of the game as the crowd roared, with both teams matching runs after the first inning. The Copper Stars issue a Fourth of July challenge to boys aged 12 to 16 to play for two thirds of gate receipts, addressed to Fred Frinke, 315 FE Park Ave, Anaconda.
George Baker, lightweight champion of the Pacific coast, trains four hours daily in gym and on the road. He is slated to meet either Clifford or Oglesby at the Family theater on the 11th, stating that it makes no difference whom he faces.
A brief shopping notice lists items bought including six yards of oil cloth pillows rugs and a choice selection of handsome rugs and bedding accessories. The terse entry emphasizes inexpensive household upgrades and adds no further details.
In Montana bout chatter Baker praises altitude and past wins on the Pacific coast while plan to fight lightweights. Lafontise trains hard as Jerry McCarty increases weight and challenges for welter title with side bets. Walker ville crowd expected. James Murphy referees with Pipestone Springs prep for July bouts.
Special dispatch from Livingston details a dramatic 7-6 win over Billings as Livingston edges ahead in the ninth. Burns and Austin powered the defense with a fumbled play costing Billings two runs, while Spencer redeemed himself with a two-bagger driving in Boyle and Brown for the final margin. Weathered by a brief shower, the crowd saw a closely fought game.
Knights of Pythias in Butte held memorial services at First Presbyterian Church for members who died in the past year. Rev. Thomas E Burrowes gave an eloquent address on friendship and duty, with five local lodges participating and a marked church program.
In Rochester Watseka suffered a lopsided defeat as Whitehall won 19 to 2. Rochester battery Carny and Borland impressed, with McCall the standout pitcher allowing only three hits and strong fielding support amid crowd interference with catcher Graves.
Arrangements are ready for a 100 yard amateur championship race between Dan Sullivan of Anaconda and Thomas Dundon of Butte at the Anaconda race track on July 6. The $50 side event has contracts signed by Sullivan and await Dundon’s signature. Dundon, a noted foot racer, brings a strong record, while Sullivan is a top all around athlete from Anaconda.
National League game in Cincinnati where Leever, aided by Pittsburgh’s sharp defense, blanked the Reds. Thielman pitched creditably but suffered from scratch hits. Leever and Smith held Cincinnati without scoring. Attendance about 3,500. Umpire O Day.
A brief market rundown lists ranch eggs at per dozen and cane sugar at five dollars per 100 pounds or eighteen pounds for a smaller amount. The notice also mentions Rising Sun stove polish in a package at a set price, with unclear quantity.
Chicago won the lone completed game of a doubleheader against Detroit as rain halted play after the first. Fast baserunning and timely hitting carried the win with Jones making notable fielding plays. Attendance reached 7,000. Batteries Callahan and McFarland for Chicago. Mullin and Buelow for Detroit.
At St Joseph 0 Omaha 6 and at Kansas City two games see Kansas City 6 Des Moines 4 then 6 9. Peoria Denver game postponed by rain. Milwaukee 4 Colorado Springs 3 followed by Milwaukee 6 Colorado Springs 1.
Great Falls June 29 Local union No 18 of the Western Labor union will next Sunday install officers for the coming year. Names include president James MeckKabe vice president James Fahey treasurer August Bergström financial secretary M C Devore recording secretary A Woods business agent Ingram guide Nick Monson guardian Thomas Simpson sergeant at arms J H Bridges and trustees R Jorgensen W H Allison M F Werts.
Call on Orton Bros. at 219 Main Street in Butte for best value in a plan or organ purchases. The firm advertises affordable options and local service to customers seeking quality equipment and reliable support.
Brownfield Canty Carpet Company offers reduced prices on Chinese Japanese and American fiber matting. Prices are 19c to 30c and 45c a yard, highlighting discounts on cool floor coverings.
Thomas L. Porter of Woodside Ravalli county died of dropsy at 39 after illness and a California sojourn. He leaves a wife and children, and was son of William Porter an early Montana settler and nephew of former county coroner Thomas Porter. George Porter of Case Gravelle Ervin will attend the Woodside funeral tomorrow.
The Butte Anaconda and Pacific Railroad offers a cheaper 80 cent round trip from Butte to Gregson Springs. Tickets are valid for travel from Saturday noon to Monday noon both ways.
Third year begins Tuesday September 9 1902 for the School of Mines in Butte Montana. For catalogues and terms address the School of Mines at Butte Montana.
Ranney refrigerators praised as sanitary economical and serviceable. Special reductions announced this week at Brownfield Canty Carpet Company.
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