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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1906
Page
14
The Western Montana News announces the Standards office is located at 130 Hig id avenue Missoula with telephone 128. Advertising rates are available on application.
Missoula council meeting at city hall faced delays as no new city officer appointments were made. Bills debated included Greenough park dispute with George Watlench and a $4178 charge for ground tank damage and rock removal, while bids for street work and contracts were discussed amid protest and procedural disputes.
An OCR fragment touts Dr. Pierce’s Favorite Prescription as the sole medicine for women and urges readers to consult physicians. It claims extensive ingredient disclosure and professional endorsements, inviting readers to request a booklet from Dr. Pierce in Buffalo New York.
The council amended to reject bids and readvertise. New appointments included Alderman Margery as president and several terms for library and court panels. Mayoral pending committees and city officer appointments set for Thursday evening. The House of Lords held its annual meeting to settle differences with the old administration and review appointees for the year.
Convict Makohus captured near Missoula after a failed jailbreak at the state penitentiary. He resisted arrest, claiming he would not be taken alive, and fled toward Bitter Root valley with aid from a former soldier. Deputy Goden pursued, confronting Makohus about a mile from the fort as the man tried to reach willows by the riverbank.
Missoula High School board votes to retain most current teachers with unanimous approval while seeking replacements for an open principal position. Miss Payne declines return, noted as one of the city's most efficient teachers.
Missoula May 7 The Missoula high school received praise from higher education institutions. Superintendent J G McKay announced a letter from Prof A W Tressler of the University of Wisconsin committee naming the Missoula school as Accredited in group A. The school is now listed with leading institutions nationwide.
Geores Kiangis rain jr was at the eltar today. Fathis of Stevensville spent yesterday. DY Frile B Reiben of Hamittas is in Lie Oty on professional business. J M Lucy shipped a cask to Holmville for Daniel W. ears. D iilins and VAL Teter visited from Bulte at Florence. The Wotyresity of Monuvnn base team met in Kult e for a game. Willan F Brichain of Copper Hall Mining attended in Migewuls. Mrs I Juckgon of Marshal left for her Howe yesterday. Marian, William Crawford attended the trustees meeting. W O Shelton of Wisconsin Central will stay a few days. James Job of Pintena sold a ranche on Burnt Park. Rayos returned from a visit at the olf Meme in Oliv. ET Howell, a well known Tutto, was here with his family. Mar owed near Greun-CAiw, Hewmit property proceeding to completion.
An advertisement claims Lydia B. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound relieves monthly suffering for thousands of women. It cites Irene Crosby of Savannah as a testimonial and urges women with painful or irregular periods to seek relief, noting free advice from Mrs. Pinkham.
The text presents an unclear May note from Washington with fragmented names and titles. Names appear partial and mis-typed, mentioning receivers and possibly candidates or nominees. The garbled lines make it impossible to determine a coherent event, organization, or outcome.
A pursuit ends with Makolus wounded after a gunfight near the river. Goden fires twice striking wrist and thigh, fracturing the arm and causing heavy bleeding. Convict recaptured with aid from a soldier and sheriff, taken toward town for care. A $100 reward had been posted for his capture.
Missouri May 7 former resident Aitchael Hramder Tawada died tonight at his home in Orchard Hommes of neuralgic heart condition. He was 44 and had worked in Bitter Root lumber camps. He leaves a wife and three children. He was not active in fraternal groups but held life insurance. Body at the Biaivsh establishment.
Missoula reports an inspection on the R M division by Northern Pacific officials led by D Van Alstyne and WIG desiglisrters at Tacoma. Allen McNaughton returns to duty after a vacation. J P Aubart filled in, reassigned to Te Lege. A wreck on the Bvara line leaves cars over a bunk, crew of men clearing debris, engine removal anticipated over several days.
May 7 Missoula readers learn E A Winstanley is reappointed as receiver of the Missoula land office after clear service. No opposition emerged though rumors linked Frank Cone of Harmiston. friends and supporters celebrate the confirmed term.
Missoula May 1 delegates from the local lodge left for Helena for the state convention opening in the capital city. The group headed by M. Bo McBride and Treasurer Barcy Small was accompanied by C. J. Connelly state deputy who will attend in his official capacity and serve as a member of the association.
A New York court delays the perjury case of lawyer Abraham Hummel on a motion by District Attorney Jerome. The trial, set for May 21, follows a May 7 report of the charge and related pretrial steps. The proceedings, centered in Poston, are part of ongoing local legal action.
Washington on May 1 the Senate began debate on a reform bill tied to Renater Newlands' proposal for national credit regulation. The measure aims to curb abuses and establish a framework for fiscal oversight, drawing support from labor and business groups alike.
The May term of the Fourth judicial district opened this morning under Judge G. Webster with a jury panel of 40 drawn. Court business includes eight actions and several criminal cases, notably the state’s case against We Wile Mame for assault, and trials set for May 14 to May 16. Various filings and dismissals occurred, with divorces granted, judgments entered, and estate sales confirmed as the term progresses.
In Deer Lodge in May John Clark died at his home after a pneumonia illness leaving a wife and three daughters. Daniel Geary of Helmville died at his home after injuries from a runaway two weeks earlier. Warden Conley learned an Austrian convict Michael Makohug, escaped from the penitentiary, was captured near Fort Missoula with Fisk Gardiner involved and a $200 reward offered for Makohug’s capture.
An excerpt touts the Pyramid Drug Company cure for piles with dramatic testimonials. It describes piles as a membrane and fissure problem and claims a salve cures it, urging readers to request a sample and mentioning dubious endorsements from New York City.
KOHUS and Gardiner faced a presumed easy path as funding moved forward. Gardiner teed two shots amid rising concerns about wounds. Makohus expected to be returned to prison this evening by Missouri officers. Originating from Cascade county, he received a five year sentence for burglary and had one year remaining.
New York May 1 The special grand jury to investigate insurance matters and campaign contributions was convened today. District Attorney Crane and associates appeared with Justice Scott of the criminal bench. Witnesses named Lloyd vice president of the Mutual Life Edward Radgary and others testified as the panel adjourned. The jury will not be called again to probe political contributions by the Haustable fund, totalling about 69009, linked to Equitable figures James H Tivde and others.
Rome May 7 The notorious Wii Fallori captured after a violent confrontation. He resisted arrest, wounded four soldiers, fled into a house then leaped from a bridge into the river to escape. Gendarmes pursued and finally detained him amid a chaotic, deadly chase.
Budapest May 7 tulip becomes emblem of patriotic opposition to Austria. A group called the Tulip League unites students and aristocrats to boycott Austrian goods, donate to Hungarian causes, and adopt the tulip dress as a symbol of national defiance. Members include leading women and notable families. A plain tulip badge and related goods are sold through Standard Office Missoula.
Police in Barcelona uncover a major operation with 18 arrests and the seizure of handgrenades and explosives. The raid targeted an organized criminal group involved in weapon supply and illicit activity across the city. Authorities say the investigation continues with more arrests anticipated.
A May park experiment by French horticulturist T A French shows that two plant varieties cannot cohabit. They swapped specimens in a side-by-side setup and after half an hour both thrashed, losing their vigor and fresh growth through the ongoing test.
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