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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Mar 27, 1902
Page
5
City Attorney Sawyer authorized the Standard to announce that the voter registration office in Anaconda will stay open until 10 o clock Friday night, extending the previously printed closing time by one day.
Registration figures show 2012 names in Anaconda with two days left before close. Officials expect up to 2500 by Friday. Democrats mobilize while Republicans brace for a strong contest amid mounting voter turnout hopes. Endorses prompt registration to avoid delays and ensure voting access.
Management orders the closing of the smelter at the lower works with smelting moved to the Washoe plant. The remaining lower works will stay in operation while the Washoe plant increases output. Ehret’s reports a fine line of banner children’s carriages and go carts available now.
The fourth and final account of the administrator in the Kenney Phelan estate was filed in probate court. A petition for distribution was filed and an order set for settlement on Saturday in April at 10 a.m. Notices and orders to show cause and publication were signed by Jerk Thomas in the judge’s absence.
Mike Conley was moved from St. Ann hospital to the county jail yesterday as officials weigh his condition and question his sanity. The case gathers attention as authorities decide on next steps.
An 19th century advertisement extols Chamberlains Cough Remedy as the best medicine for babies with coughs colds and croup. It claims rapid relief no opium content and routine sale through local druggists including Standard Smith Martin and Kennedy stores in Butte and nearby towns. It also promotes Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets as easy to take and effective for cleansing the stomach and regulating the liver and bowels.
A prisoner was held at the jail for several days to allow doctors to determine the nature of his ailment and decide on further treatment. The report notes no final diagnosis yet and outlines ongoing observation by medical staff.
Dr. English, longtime Anaconda physician, will relocate to Missoula to reside in the future. The move aims to improve the health of Mrs. English, who has been in poor health while living in Anaconda. Friends regret the departure but hope the new home will be more pleasant and healthful.
A Jefferson club meeting in Anaconda shows strong Democratic support for alderman candidates. The city central committee names W B Webb chairman and F W Peckover secretary treasurer. a Margaret theater rally April 5 with a parade and band is planned, funds $275. Active voter registration begins.
Local items report visits from residents of Butte and Philadelphia, sales at Odson's and Meyers, a marriage license issued to Daniel Platt and Edith Clucas, and upcoming events at Adams' department store and the Presbyterian church. The Great Northern through sleeping car from Anaconda to Minneapolis is noted.
M. L. Fisher appeared before Justice Kennedy and pleaded not guilty to receiving stolen money. Trial scheduled for Monday with Kate Sullivan, a colored woman, implicated in stealing $780 from Maxim Legeult last summer and said to have given the funds to Fisher. Sullivan recently granted a new trial after a five year penitentiary sentence, and Sheriff Conley reported her confession as part of the case. Fisher was said to reside in Dillon.
At Pueblo Colorado on March 26 the 15th district United Mine Workers convention moved toward miner life insurance and urged Governor Orman to remove Adjutant General Gardner over remarks about the union at Telluride. Durango miners on strike were ordered back pending talks with operators Saturday while reports note poor mine air and powder storage. an executive session will consider enforcing laws for safer mines and ending the script system. The union denies threatening a strike for a bi monthly payday.
Miners in the Wichita mountains near Guthele Oklahoma uncovered an 85 pound gold nugget, 88 percent pure, in Devil's canyon the site of ancient Spaniard mines. Crucibles have also been recently unearthed in the area.
Miss Sue W. Fairall of Richmond recounts years of coffee use causing headaches nervousness heart palpitations and progressive blindness. After quitting coffee for Postum and adding Grape Nuts she reports renewed health weight gain improved walking and memory and urges others to try the products.
The Woodmen of the World hosted a smoker at Odd Fellows hall in Missoula with a large crowd. A strong program and lunch were provided. Members aim to recruit 99 new initiates for the May 1 grand initiation.
Fisher was graphed to the Dillon authorities and last Monday Sheriff Jack Conley brought Fisher back to Anaconda.
William Gorman, charged with assault in the third degree, was discharged by Justice of the Peace Quane after about five minutes. The case rested on a threat to commit an assault, not an actual attack, with George McGregor testifying Gorman pulled a knife only as a threat but did not strike. The judge ruled the threat alone is not punishable.
In Missoula a stranger found the body of Charles Ikhoff near his Lolo hot springs residence. A longtime cook in the area he had been in Western Montana about 25 years. Authorities expect to investigate the death tomorrow.
George M. Deeks, the contractor, is in Missoula on a business trip to inspect the new Northern Pacific station. He aims to finish remaining tasks in time for the April 15 opening as electricians complete their work and telegraph facilities are installed. The station, including dispatch office and ground floor rooms, is nearing completion with grounds and platforms soon finished.
The case of Fred Taylor, under arrest for stealing a few dollars from a man in a Montana lodging house, was postponed from Tuesday to Friday by Justice Hages due to the county attorney’s absence.
In the county clerk and recorder's office Christ Frey filed an affidavit of appropriation for 100 meters of water from Mullen Creek to be used for irrigation. Hiram and Mrs Knowles transferred to Delia W Collar lot 1 block 34 Knowles addition for 350 dollars.
Daniel Bandmann and wife are expected home any day from a winter tour in the East. They have sent word they are on the road home and will reach Missoula this week.
George Gardner of Lowell Massachusetts was signed tonight to fight Tom Sharkey in London in June taking the place of Peter Maher. The Boston meeting occurred on March 26 between Gardner and Sharkey and was announced as a major lightweight contest.
St Louis reports C F Taylor chief of agriculture and acting horticulture head at the World’s Fair and Charles M Reeves serving as secretary of the event organization.
A joint committee on legislation and state and territorial exhibits departs for a western tour lasting about three weeks. They will meet the governors of New Mexico Nevada California Oregon Washington Idaho Utah and Wyoming and members of state capital business organizations and leading citizens of San Francisco Portland and Tacoma.
The suit of F E Rollins Morse of Boston against Montana Ore Purchasing Co was postponed until the last day in April by Commissioner Kline. No testimony was taken as both sides agreed to the delay. The adjournment cites Franklin Bien's inability to serve subpoenas on several Amulgamated Copper Co directors.
E A Iren ger a mining engineer died today from injuries suffered when he fell down an elevator shaft at Baker City Oregon last February.
The ad touts heavy quality dress fabrics by the yard at low prices with many colors and patterns including ginghams calico percale and mohair. It markets towels sheets and linen crash with bulk pricing and notes one price on a mixed lot of black fabrics and dress materials with several styles and strong discounts.
In the Third Judicial District of Montana a district court orders all interested parties to appear on April 26, 1902 at 10 a.m. in Deer Lodge to show cause why a decree of distribution of the estate residue should not be made. A notice will be published for four weeks in the Anaconda Standard. Clerk WM. Be. Thomas, dated March 26, 1902.
Notice is given that registration for the city of Anaconda six wards for the April 1902 municipal election begins March 18 and ends March 28 at the police courtroom City Hall corner Commercial Ave and Cedar St. Hours are 9 am to 4 pm. The office reopens April 5 for corrections for voters absent from the city. Henry Redmond James A Darby James Hicks J Wisner Board of Registration Anaconda Mont dated March 11 1902.
School District No 10 Deer Lodge county Montana invites sealed proposals for purchase of 58 bonds of $1000 each dated April 1 1902. Bonds mature 20 years from date redeemable in 10 years, interest not over 5 percent semi annually. Bids require $1000 certified check payable to district front to forfeit if not complied. Clerk H A Nell March 15 1902.
Notice announces the April 7 1902 annual city election in Anaconda to elect one alderman from each ward. Voting places open 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. in ward locations Bottling works Church rear of Montana 206 East Commercial City hall 213 Birch 721 East Park. G S E Wisner City March 18.
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