Howard's Canadian Scouts Form A Transvaal Corps
G L Abbott reports Pretoria Jan 22 on Howard's Canadian scouts and battery formed Jan 12 1900 in the Transvaal with about 150 men. The unit includes six Colt guns and a pompom, led by Major Howard with lieutenants Hilliam McMillan and Ryan. The corps serves under General Algerson amid a 20 000 strong Boer force and aims to stay in the country after the war ends.
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G. L. Abbott
Howard
Canadian Scouts, Mounted Infantry
Pretoria
Abbott
Mr. Abbott
Anaconda Standard
Transvaal
Gat Howard
EF. Hilliam
Northwest Mounted Police
A. McMillan
R. H. Ryan
Royal Canadian Dragoons
C. Ross
Great Falls
Canada
Minneapolis Innes
Rent large hall in Standard building weekly
For rent large hall in Standard building one night each week. Inquire at Standard office.
Blackfoot River Rapid Rise Threatens Bridges
Special Dispatch to the Standard Avon Feb 28 reports warmth melting snow causing streams to overflow and wash out small bridges along the Blackfoot River. With heavy ice present, rising water could breach banks and threaten Northern Pacific railway bridges. watchmen are stationed at danger points.
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The
Standard
Avon
Blackfoot
Northern Pacific Railway
Daly Bank & Trust Begins After Name Change
Beginning today the bank in Anaconda will be known as the Daly Bank & Trust company with M. EK Greenwood remaining in charge. No staff changes are expected. After Marcus Daly's death speculation on ownership ended as the estate retained holdings and the Donahoe interest retired, ushering the bank into its new name.
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Anacconda
Daly Bank & Trust Company
M. EK. Greenwood
Marcus Daly
Donahoe
Woman fined for disturbing Mainville peace in French defense
A French speaking woman arrested Wednesday night for disturbing peace and interfering with dog catchers was arraigned before Acting Police Judge Frank Kennedy. She spoke no English, defended herself in French, expressed remorse, and was fined $10. She thanked the court for its leniency as she left.
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Mainville
Frank Kennedy
Auguste
Gilbert & Jones Piano Parlor Car Draws Conda Citizens
Appreciation marks merit as Ana conda citizens pick pianos from the Gilbert and Jones piano parlor car. High grade instruments attract buyers, offered at prices typically set for inferior models.
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Gilbert & Jones
President McKinley orders release of imprisoned woman
An order signed by President McKinley directs the keeper of the federal prison at Fort Beattie to release Nancy Wright, an elderly inmate jailed since last November for forging pension papers. Her sentence expired two months ago, but she could not pay the fine and costs.
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Fort Beatt
Kan
McKinley
Federal
Nancy Wright
Hook
Adverse to Kennedy Case Heads to Higher Courts
Justice Quane ruled in Petelin versus Justice of the Peace Frank Kennedy that penal code sections governing jail for fines are disputed and likely to be appealed to district and supreme courts. The verdict awarded Petelin $44.75 and costs after a 50 day jail term and a $100 fine for third degree assault, with Kennedy’s interpretation questioned. The case’s final settlement awaits higher court review.
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Justice of the Peace
Quane
Petelin
Frank Kennedy
Justice Quane
Justice Court
District Court
Supreme Court
Kennedy
Justices of the Peace
Twenty Five Dollar Reward for Vandalism to School Property
A twenty five dollar reward is offered by the board of school trustees of district No. 10 for the arrest and conviction of any person or persons guilty of maliciously destroying school property. EK. J. Nadeau, Clerk, School District No. 10, Anaconda, February 25, 1901.
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Board of School Trustees
EK. J. Nadeau
Merk
Anaconda
A Rainbow Appears Over Anaconda In The Day
A beautiful rainbow appeared in Anaconda during most of the day though no rain fell. The arc showed early morning and remained fixed until the sun set behind the western hills. Local observers marveled at the long lasting spectacle.
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Anaconda
Remarkable Chamberlains Cough Remedy Endorsements
A Petersburg baker lauds Chamberlains Cough Remedy for children and coughs. Vindicator of Rutherfordton notes cures with Chamberlains Pain Balm for rheumatism. Maine resident George W Waitt endorses its efficacy for grip and chest cold. Local druggists advertise the product.
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Chamberlain
FP Moran
Petersburg
Rutherfordton
Seeond
la Grippe
George W. Waitt
South Gardiner
Wisiever
Standard Drug Co
Smith Drug Co
Martin Drug Co
Rainbow Display Delights Viewers with Clear Bands
Spectators admired a vivid rainbow showing distinct colors in harmony. The seamless blend attracted attention, drawing smiles from observers and turning a mundane moment into a visual spectacle.
McArthur still missing as police pursue suspect
Investigators press on for James McArthur, ex convict suspected in Oliver Dotson murder on Feb 1 at American Gulch. Four sheriffs’ deputies plus many officers nationwide chase leads, with railroad workers aiding hunts and sightings at Stuart and Drummond under scrutiny. Authorities urge citizens to report potential matches.
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James McArthur
Oliver Dotson
American Gulch
McArthur
Stuart
Daly
Stevens
O’brien
Standard
Missoula
Drummond
February Flood Recedes as City Clears Main Street Drain
A warm sunny February day followed a heavy flood from the hills. Water on Commercial avenue exceeded the storm sewer capacity, flooding Main Street toward Park Avenue. Street workers cleared the drain overnight and by morning the gutter was again flowing normally with no reported damage.
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Commercial Avenue
Main Street
Park Avenue
Shevlin
Range for sale by Sisters of St Ann’s Hospital
The Sisters of St Ann’s Hospital offer four small steam cooking ranges with boiler attachment for sale. They are nine feet long and include a soup tureen attachment, five sauce pans and five roasts plates, plus side boards for dishes. They invite inquiries and viewing for potential purchasers.
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Sisters of
St. Ann's Hospital
Notice of Will and Bids for City Work in Montana
Fel R Beck deceased and for hearing the application of J F Beck of Silver Row Montana for letters testamentary. Dated February 2. Bids for scavenger work in Anaconda for year ending December 21, 1901 due March 2, 1901. City Clerk Jos Peters announces bids for hay and grain for the fire department year ending December 21, 1901. City of Anaconda.
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District Court
Third Judicial District
Montana
Deer Lodge
Daniel ‘. Heck
Anaconda
Dan
Fel R. Beck
J. F. Beck
Silver Row County
Jos
Fire Department
Peters
City of
Daly Bank and Trust Company Anaconda Ad
The Daly Bank and Trust Company of Anaconda offers general banking in all branches with exchange on New York Chicago St Paul Omaha San Francisco and draw direct on principal cities of England Ireland France Germany and the Orient. Deposits of 1.00 and upwards received with correspondents National City Bank New York First National Bank Omaha Bank of California San Francisco. John Kroold president Mr Greenwogle vice president Louis Benve cashier Nordeck assistant cashier.
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Rel Exchange
New York
Chicago
St. Paul
Omaha
San Francisco
England
Ireland
France
Germany
The
Orient
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