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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Mar 18, 1908
Page
2
A cautious session describes weakness in the morning followed by partial recovery as markets absorb mixed data. Rumors of policy impact mingle with steel and copper movements, while labor tensions and projected prosecutions shadow sentiment and copper and cotton futures show varied moves.
In Chicago markets trading gains appear across several sectors as investors monitor local activity. Analysts note steady volumes and cautious optimism, with financials and industrials showing early strength despite a tentative overall tone.
The market opened higher at Davr and firmed briefly before sliding with a weak demand. May near-term prices showed small gains then fell back. reports of weather concerns and supply forecasts influenced trading. Trading was active with a focus on shorts and commissions as May pork and other provisions moved modestly.
Market brief notes receipt totals and prices for cattle. Includes references to multiple brands and figures such as 3,000 head, 17,020 head, and various price points like 105 and 420. Mentions brands and locations in a terse OCR fragment, indicating rising native cattle receipts and mixed mix of weights and regions.
Ice displaced the steel bridge at Ennis last winter. Midland Bridge Co of Kansas City worked two months repairing it before it broke up again after the river thaw. The river is impassable at Ennis now, forcing east side traffic to use the Varney bridge miles away. Plans call for cement piers in a central span to replace the damaged crossing.
The Monthly Society of Pioneers plans a fall convention in Lewistown with Vice President David Ilger stating dates for the gathering. Aimed to coincide with Fergus County Fair recreation, committees will be formed to arrange monthly trail events and related activities.
The Helena area docket lists murder cases set for March and April including two first degree murder hearings. Civil actions involve George Petts v Wheeler and others amid multiple estate disputes. Real estate transfers loom in Bitter Root valley with several notable deeds recorded.
The Standard lists advertising rates with one cent per word for basic ads and reduced costs for longer words. Advertisers receive a reply card via the Standard office to present for ad replicas. Light-faced display type is used on the Want Page at standard rates.
Classified help wanted ads describe varied employment from sales to general housework and clerical tasks. Listings request upright, prompt applicants, note hours and locations across Butte and Anaconda with addresses and contact points for immediate inquiries.
Classified sale notice listing furniture and fixtures from various businesses and locations in Butte and Anaconda. Includes office desks counters bar equipment, billiard and pool tables, engines, machinery, and store fixtures. Multiple addresses and sellers referenced with pricing hints and contact notes.
Notice to creditors of Jennie Tuertasl deceased of Door Lodge Montana. Esther Tarck HL administrator announces claim submissions within four months after publication. Creditor names and amounts not fully readable. Publication date March 7.
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