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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1908
Page
10
A fragment notes an old remedy called Wiesiowe Soothing Spray praised for relieving strains and pains. It highlights decades of use and enduring trust in a product now tied to a timeworn home care routine.
The Republican County Central Committee announces a convention at Deer Lodge County to elect delegates and alternates for the state and national conventions. Precinct caucuses are scheduled for May 7 1908 at designated local voting sites with additional caucus locations listed for several precincts in Anaconda and nearby areas. Charles Fe Carsh er and James M Sligh sign as chairman and secretary.
Report on Anaconda Rod and Gun Club practice in rain ahead of Salt Lake tournament. Jimmy Drumgoolé star of the day with 138 of 149 hits and a 7% run. Mathewson, Drumgolé and secretary Cochrane to attend, leading Western Boosters for a $3100 September event.
Federal Judge Lewis upheld national forestry regulations in Colorado despite state grazing laws, signaling possible appeals by stock growers. The decision could force changes in western stock operation as federal control over government property is deemed supreme, with implications for forest reservations and public lands. Memorial services committees and Grand Army members attended a related event.
In a solemn Eagle ritual at Butte a memorial cites the bond of fraternal memory. The speaker laments mortality, honors the virtues of departed brothers, and comforts the living with thoughts of eternity, duty, and mutual support within the fraternity.
Local items include union meetings for National and Musicians unions tonight, a card party by the AOH with prizes and refreshments, and NY water tuneups at O Gormans. Reports note J M Scanland arriving from Warm Springs and Mrs St Jean visiting Butte, plus fishing at Silver Lake where William Ehlert caught two large trout during a snowstorm.
Daniel McDonald, brother of Mayor Angus A. McDonald, died today in Philipsburg from heart failure due to complications of diseases. A native of Alexandria Ontario, he had lived in Granite County since 1881 and is survived by a son AB McDonald of Butte. Funeral arrangements will follow the son’s arrival tomorrow. Plus a list of uncalled letters in the Anaconda Postoffice for Week ending May 2, with numerous names and addresses.
Fragmentary report describes a local election or race near St Marks with mentions of areas, contestants Tavera and Seramunaion, and a judge Goceee. Readers are unsure of specifics due to damaged text and missing names, dates, and locations.
The Rosy May electric theater changes the evening programme tonight. Two large audiences enjoyed last night's performance and the matinee yesterday. Tonight's pictures include Trai son of a Horse, The Walt Cupid's Pranks, Shanks China, and Travels of a Fiea.
Two young fans were assessed by Assistant Chief of Police Ingalls on a charge of breaking into a house on Oak street and taking some money. The boys will have a hearing before Judge Neal at 7 o'clock this evening.
Public interest rises as Harry K. Thaw plans habeas corpus to gain freedom from Matteawan asylum. Judge Morachauser issued the writ. District Attorney Jerome will oppose and seek trial in New York County to ease witness access and reduce costs.
Special dispatch from Tacoma details Captain Huffman death in Seattle after his wife Mrs. Henry E Huffman completed a grueling 1000 mile race against death aboard speeding trains. The couple learned of his illness in Alaska and his body will be sent to Bozeman Montana for interment. He formerly commanded the whaling schooner Jeanette and endured illness ashore near Dutch Harbor before transfer to ships in Seward and the Yucatan voyage.
A violent Fort Wayne blaze trapped guests in rooms as flames burst in before dawn. Guests fled in nightclothes, stores opened to provide attire, and rescuers aided men like Leewis of Chicago and A R Sallot of New York who clung to ledges or were pulled to safety amid the smoke and heat.
A serious clash erupted today in Toja, the provincial capital of Loja in southwest Ecuador, between soldiers and armed groups. Several people were wounded as authorities stabilized the area and commotion prompted security measures.
A promotional note explains ad pricing for stories versus circulars, estimating 3 cents per inch for daily newspaper space and about one-fifth of a cent per agate line per thousand circulation. It notes $10 postage for mail circulars and urges inquiries to daily newspapers, an ad agency, or the Six Point League in New York.
The Missoula Gun club drew enthusiasts despite rain as they competed for usual trophies and special prizes. Results list top scorers across Franciscup events with names like Conlen England Abbey Lee Steinbrenner Baker Montgomery Woody Deschamps and Woodworth medal winners, plus multiple singles and doubles challenges.
Four privates arrived in the city armed at dawn while on a “mission” they lounged at a Milwaukee saloon on West Front Street. In careless handling of loaded rifles a shot tore through a wall, with Louis A. Jack among those connected. one man was arrested as the squad’s disgraceful conduct drew attention to military uniform.
MissoulaMay 3 The engineer killed in the wreck near Butte of passenger No and dynamited Friday night will have funeral Tuesday afternoon at Elks hall services to be at the Missoula Elks hall The Missoula Masons will have charge
Ranchers in Western Montana report widespread rainfall since Saturday afternoon, with towns near Missouri and 3-Ligh noting substantial totals by midnight. Farmers welcome the rain as it boosts water supplies and pasture conditions across the region.
A local Smith Drug Company slogan urges all run-down people in Anaconda to try Vinol a cod liver oil with no oil concentrate. The appeal promises restored appetite digestion and strength with a money back guarantee. Newbro Drug Co Butte sells Vinol.
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