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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1908
Page
12
Anaconda shows sign of recovery with three new picture show venues ready to open and several eateries, including the Royal cafe on Main Street. Real estate activity remains brisk as contractors plan a lively year, and wood fuel is secured to cover a year.
Aaron William Stark, 74, respected Deer Lodge Valley farmer, died at his daughter Mrs. George Fairweather's home ten miles north of Anaconda on March 14 at 11 40 p m from influenza. Born February 22 1834 in Brandenburg Kentucky he moved to Labelle Missouri as a child and married Sarah Annie Lamaxter June 13 1865. He moved to Deer Lodge in 1888 and is survived by his wife and two children William Stark in California and Mrs George Fairweather near Anaconda. Funeral services will be held in Deer Lodge at the Christian church conducted by Rev E O Tilburn of Butte.
A correspondent explains that the Klondike river and mining district lie in Canada, not Alaska, and clarifies that it is not owned by the United States.
The Democratic City Central Committee will meet in Judge Trippett s office Monday evening March 16. All members are requested to attend. Charles Gallagher, Chairman.
Acting under Director of Public Safety Clay the police stopped several planned city meetings tonight including a Zionist gathering. Dr Charles Worstman of New York a former Heidelberg professor was to discuss Zionism and Jewish return to Palestine.
Those who arranged the meeting retained counsel and plan to go to court tomorrow to obtain an injunction restraining police from interfering with their future gatherings.
National union meets tonight and Central Labor council gathers as several local figures travel from Warm Springs. Knights of Columbus and A O H hall activities run alongside notices for rent and entertainment while residents return from trips and plan upcoming Mag events at St Pauls church.
All members meet at their hall Monday at 8 30 a m to attend the funeral of deceased neighbor John Kieser By order consul commander the funeral of the late Frank Kieser will be at the family residence 301 East Third street this morning at 8 45 proceeding to St Pauls church where high mass will be said at 9 oclock
Jack Keenan of the Anaconda police force and James Daly have refurbished the Owl drug store corner on Chestnut street and Park avenue and will open a modern saloon this evening. The new business promises a superior goods line and a lunch service. Invites all to visit and celebrate the opening.
The announcement of an American fleet round-the-world voyage is received with interest in Malta. If the fleet passes Malta the reception will be arranged by military authorities since the Mediterranean fleet is absent from June to October.
Bozeman dispatch reports Forman Frank Mackenzie and Past Foremen J. N. Pratt and Joe Huff with about a dozen Yeo men chartering a new homestead in Logan with 28 charter members. They expect rapid growth of the new lodge.
Mortimer Moore shot and killed Mrs. Lou A. McCoy in North Yakima on March 15 and then killed himself by drinking carbolic acid. McCoy, 31, appeared white but reportedly had some Negro blood. She reportedly had a husband living. Moore had previously lived with her in Arkansas.
In Frankfort Kentucky on March 15 Governor Wilson announced a reward of 100 for the arrest and conviction of the raiders who took part in the Woodford and Scott counties raids.
Anaconda high school girls basketball rivals Helena with hospitality after a game at Washoe Park. The event marks probable season finale with Iowa Pro team vs Anaconda Athletics at 7:45 pm, crowds to ride streetcars.
An old advertisement touts a cold cure with Laxative Rimo Quinine tablets from W. Grove. The claim includes a one day cure and a refund if unsuccessful, signed by W. Grove on each box.
St. Petersburg reports a large number of death sentences across Russia. Ten robbers to be hanged at Krementchug, four at Kiev, three in the Proskurov post office attack, three brigands at Lodz, a peasant at Karkov, and two political prisoners at Kursk. Yekaterinburg saw seven men sentenced to death and one to life for an attack on the country house tied to a mine.
New York March 15 Eugene H Carver counsel for Charles W Morse says the indicted banker believes he can pay all debts with creditor cooperation and will pursue all legal rights to settle obligations. He argues Morse is solvent and will fight any bankruptcy petitions as criminal cases move toward quick resolutions.
The Sylvia of the Red Cross line struck Sow and Pigs ledges near Vineyard Sound and remained fast on the reef as a southwest gale swept the area. The crew spent the night at Cuttyhunk life saving station, fearing the ship would break up, while passengers were taken off by the Mohawk and sent to Boston.
Havre city democratic central committee meeting recommends nominating Ed F. Burke for mayor. A democratic mass meeting will be held Monday evening to ratify the nomination. Burke is a large city property holder who has run an engine since the Great Northern road was built.
Secretary Taft left Washington for New York to spend the night with his brother C. W. Taft and then proceed to New Haven for a Yale corporation meeting. He will address the Hampton Society in Plymouth church Brooklyn and the Friendly Sons of St. Patrick at a St. Patrick's banquet in New York.
Minneapolis March 15 Judge William Lochren announced he will resign from the federal district court effective May 31 at age 76. He has served twelve years on the bench.
Brig. Gen. Roy Al Thaxter Frank US Army retired died at his Washington residence yesterday in his seventy sixth year. His body will be interred in Arlington National Cemetery on Tuesday.
Oracio Elgueta, a lumber handler, shoots at Mrs Manes and her relatives in a cottage in San Pedro. He mortally wounds 111-year-old Margaret Manes, injures 7-year-old Minnie Shackleford, and wounds Minnie’s grandfather James Shackleford before being killed by police. Jealousy of a rejected suitor motive cited.
Henry Logan, a Black man, versucht to flee with a purse containing a money order and cash after snatching it from Mrs. Gadbaw on Missoula’s north side. W. W. White and Coil pursued and overpowered him. they, plus a crowd, marched Logan to the county jail where the loot was recovered.
Natchez Mississippi March 15 city officials and volunteers continued the search of the five story Natchez Drug Company building wrecked by a gas explosion that killed eight people. By nightfall two bodies were recovered Cleveland Laub chemist in charge of the laboratory and Inez Neterville a young woman employee in that department.
Melbourne reports that the Australian commonwealth hails Washington information on an American battleship fleet visiting the antipodes next July or August. Defense Minister Thomas Ewing says the fleet's presence would be gratifying to Australians and ties Australia's future in the Pacific to the United States.
Charles Okamoto a Japanese cook working for Missoula families was arrested after Frank Pierce cashed a $31.25 check made out to T Amuro from Oriental Trading company farm funds. The check, properly endorsed, was later stopped by the owner and recovered after Okamoto could not write his name.
The Birmingham arrived in port after successful trials exceeding requirements. It left on Thursday for a 24 hour 12 knot test and achieved 12.228 knots per hour.
Bold claim ad targets busy readers offering Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as a fix for indigestion and low energy. It cites ingredients like pepsin and diastase, promises restored health, vigor, wealth, and fame, and urges purchase for 50 cents with a mail sample offer from F A Stuart Co Marshall Mich.
Yegen Bros bankers at 212 East Park Anaconda list responsible capital of 200000 dollars. They transact a general banking business and deal in foreign and domestic exchange. They pay four percent interest on savings deposits and four percent on time deposits. Officers include K Fag president P Yegen vice president and E P Moffitt cashier.
Missoula March 15. In private discussions leaders of city factions explore forming a citizens party with wards choosing an alderman a police judge and a city treasurer. No official statements issued but sources say factions seek even representation.
The New York financial district sees growing belief that conditions are mending. While contraction may not be finished, improvements are evident in key indicators. The American Railway association reports a steady decrease in idle freight cars over the last two fortnights, influencing outlook.
Lewistown Commercial club to send Secretary J M Croft to Helena for a state railroad commission hearing on distance tariffs. Lewistown currently on Milwaukee distance tariff with Harlowton as the common point, and may be added as a common point soon.
Prince Stephan aged 15, son of Prince Mirke of Monte Negro, died in Cannes on March 15, according to reports from the city.
In Hongkong on March 15 the police began a campaign to clear out American brothels, targeting illicit establishments and enforcing local regulations. The move signals a broad crackdown aimed at reducing illegal activities and restoring public order.
James A. Johnson a leading Chattanooga politician killed himself on an Alabama Great Southern train between Whitney and Caldwell Alabama after a bout of illness. He had been in New Orleans with his wife and baby and later died five minutes after his throat was cut. Johnson was a large Chattanooga real estate holder with solid affairs.
The Modern Woodmen of America select Bozeman as the host city for their annual convention on May 6. Members will tour the U S fish hatchery and the state agricultural college grounds. The two day event is chaired by Justin M. Smith with a banquet by the Royal Neighbors auxiliary.
A Port au Prince dispatch says serious disturbances occurred in Hayti with several reported killed in street fights and many arrests of prominent men. Rumors of summary executions circulate though not confirmed at filing.
Government uncover reveals a passport factory in Aomori with arrests including two police officers. They are charged with selling 600 passports to America for 300 yen each, signaling a major fraud operation near the northern seaport.
Spectators at a Paris cycle race surged in anger over umpire decisions. They wrecked the stands and set them on fire, requiring 300 police reserves to restore order.
Vienna March 15. Emperor Francis Joseph has been confined to his rooms in Schoenbrunn for several days with a head cold. He continues to work daily but has refused to grant general audiences.
Sharon Pa March 15 The part of the Sharon Steel Hoop company will resume operations next Tuesday The open hearth blooming mill will also start About 1000 men are affected.
Madrid reports Prince Kuniyoshi Kuni, cousin of the Japanese emperor, presented the insignia of the Order of the Crown to Queen Victoria on behalf of the Japanese empress.
A collection of aphoristic lines warns about angry behavior excessive politeness and lawyer ignorance. It critiques poverty as a motive crime and the dangers of trusting passive silence and popular sins. It satirizes hustlers, deceitful love, and cynical remarks about women.
The board of trustees of school district No. 10 in Deer Lodge county Montana calls a mass meeting at the Margaret theater Anaconda on Wednesday March 18 1908 at 8 p m to nominate five trustees for the school election to be held Saturday April 4 1908. By order of the board T O Leary District Clerk.
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