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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1902
Page
14
Western Montana office of the Standard located at 110 West Main Street Mis soula invites inquiries for advertising rates. Telephone number provided for applications and rate details.
Missoula report says Deputy Sheriff Sloane identified and captured George Sneeberger an Austrian suspect wanted in Helena while he rode a through train with companions. Sneeberger allegedly told of seeking a dance with another man's wife, leading to a confrontation where the husband clubbed him. Sloane expects next steps tomorrow.
Will Cave files for divorce from Mrs. Lizzie Cave in Missoula district court through attorney Frank G. Higgins. The complaint details numerous alleged cruelties including drug and liquor use and threats of suicide. The couple, married in Missoula with no children, separate after a troubled marriage.
The article lists eight men pulled for sentencing by the justices of the peace. The named individuals are Andy Jones, Joe Miller, John Cherry, James Boyle, Marion Taylor, J. Murphy, Dr. Coyne, and Henry Barnes. Taylor was the only one with money, totaling $4.65.
Sheriff Prescott investigated a report from Arlee that a man was robbed of 65 dollars by three hoboes who then threw him from a moving train. A thorough search and western telephone check failed to locate the suspects. The man said he boarded a box car, saw the hoboes, and was robbed after money was found.
R W Angevine and wife and children return to Missoula after a long stay in California for health reasons. He is nearly as well as in healthier months, though a weight loss is noted. Mrs Angevine and the children are reported well. They visited Los Angeles and other Lower California towns. he was treated by a San Francisco specialist. They will resume residence on Spruce Street.
Officer McGregor found a about 70 year old man near the station reporting heart disease and memory loss. He came from the Far East aiming for a western town to visit a child but forgot the address and ran out of funds. He is placed to sleep in a bed while the county arranges care. M. & Winner takes $1 at McBride's.
Missoula county commissioners will meet in the court house chamber to review the health situation. No contagious diseases are currently reported in the county. They may share costs to hire a specialist to study the Ravalli county spotted fever issue and collaborate with Ravalli county officials.
In Missoula on May 12 the state selected 106 acres in the Fish Creek district valued for timber. Theophilus G. Loveland filed final proof of a homestead, while Fred T. Event contested the Robert Gossage entry.
W A Buswell the jeweler received from his brother in New Hampshire several gallons of maple syrup, tested as the best in the country. He treasures the gift and longs to visit his old homestead again. A box sent earlier with May flowers and evergreens arrived in good condition.
At a May 12 meeting the Missoula baseball club elected A. W. Woodworth as manager George Andrews as captain and Daniel Heyfron as secretary and treasurer. A directors board includes Campbell Heyfron Woodworth and Andrews. A game next Sunday pits Missoulas against Butte first nine or Helena nine with decision soon.
Norris and Rowes animal show arrived from Spokane and performed in Missoula on May 12. Large crowds witnessed afternoon and evening acts at Higgins avenue head, with bigger and more varied animals than last season. Children and adults enjoyed the entertainment. the troupe will travel to Helena, skipping Butte and Anaconda this season.
Missoula reports that L Gildersleeve, a Granite resident, arrived eastbound this morning saying Montana has no equal. He sought a location in Missoula but found no suitable site, then traveled to Spokane where a proposed opportunity fell short of expectations. The European free bus meets all trains.
Mrs. I. N. Smith vice president of the state W C T U visited Missoula on church society business. A cordial reception at the Christian church parlors drew members and friends who enjoyed a talk by Mrs. Smith a musical program and refreshments. Eight new members joined the society.
Sheriff’s office and police officers conducted a cleanup on Saturday night in Missoula. They cleared the south side streets and Northern Pacific stockyards of hoboes and vegetation, removing disorder and debris where visible.
County records show deeds filed including A J Davis transferring lot 13 in Dinsmores Orchard Homes to Herman Davis for 1000 dollars and H O Worden transferring a one sixteenth interest in multiple Trout Creek mining claims to J J Myles for seven dollars.
Missoula May 12. Work progresses on the Western Montana Flouring company site where the planing mill and factory are under construction. A track to the yards is being laid and lumber is hauled to the spot to stock the new plant and lumber yard.
Missoula reports W W McElroy of Helena, a United States civil engineer, is in town and intends to start work soon. He did substantial government projects in Western Montana last year and plans to continue similar work this year.
C A White an inmate of the poorhouse died at the institution on Sunday after a brief illness. He had resided in the community for many years and was about 50 years old. His remains will be buried in the cemetery at the poor farm.
David Graham has completed a substantial bridge for Ed Donlon near Lothrop and is returning home. The structure costs about 8000 dollars and will soon become county property.
The late FE A Goodchild’s will was probated in district court on May 12. W FE Lindenborn was appointed executor with real estate valued at 5000 dollars and personal property at 14750 dollars.
A Loyal Temperance Legion lodge was organized in Missoula on Saturday with forty nine members welcomed. Regular meetings will be held at various homes in the city. Mail orders go to Calder Rule in Missoula.
J. M. Simpson former Powell County attorney arrived in Missoula and has secured suites in the Dixon-Duncan block. He will practice in the city adding experienced legal counsel to the local bar.
In Missoula district court Kirkwood was found guilty of first degree burglary and faces sentencing. The trial of Mrs. Jane Johnson v Big Blackfoot Milling Co over a sidewalk injury began, with defense arguing sidewalk ownership by the county. Charles Fisher received a 12 year penitentiary term for burglarizing the flour mill in South Missoula.
Deborgia relatives and friends in Missoula search the St. Regis river for the body of a four year old Hogan girl who supposedly fell from a horse and was swept away by the swift current. Parents are heartbroken, and recovery is unlikely.
Missoula on May 12 reports a new gift to the city, a strip of ground enlarging the south side park. Donors E L Bonner and A B Hammond join Judge Knowles in adding to the park’s extent. Chairman Thompson says work progresses with trees planned to be planted tomorrow.
A small scare hit downtown Missoula as smoke issued from between the Worden and Daily store walls. Fire Chief May found a stove fire on the second floor with an undersized chimney. The chief condemned the chimney and ordered a larger one installed immediately.
Officials of the Northern Pacific led by President Mellen and General Manager Thomas Cooper passed through Missoula at 12:15 today, stopping 20 minutes to inspect the new station. W C Darling and Chief Engineer were among the officers aboard, with Superintendent Russell joining briefly before the direct trip to Spokane. He then returns in his private car.
Traffic on the Coeur d'Alene branch at Missoula resumed today after Bridge No. 40 partly washed out yesterday. Passengers were transferred yesterday. Water rose rapidly in the St. Regis river. No trouble is expected at other locations.
In Missoula on May 12 a passenger train entered the yards when a Chinaman narrowly avoided being struck. Foreman Devan, nearby, shouted a warning and likely saved the man’s life.
May 12 Missoula John Pulliam will have his shoulder blade reset after a break from a fall off his wheel. The fracture failed to knit properly and requires a second operation to reset the bone.
In Police Court Missoula on May 12 Justice Hayes jailed Frank Costa for LK days for vagrancy. Mr Reilly was fined $1 and allowed to give his note for the same.
W E Bancroft prominent Missoula resident fell on the sidewalk this afternoon striking his face and hands. He was found by friends and taken to a hotel then moved to Parsons hospital where he rests easily.
Missoula May 12 a marriage license was issued to Arthur Chandler of Fort Missoula aged 35 and Ella Benson of Missoula aged 35.
Missoula May 12 The contract for building the university woman's dormitory was drawn up today detailing construction directives and responsible parties for the project.
Pete West longtime head of Missoula mercantile warehouses departs for Sweden where he expects to reside He has been a valuable employee and will be missed by the company and local staff.
Missoula on May 12 reports County Commissioner W. E. Gleason visiting from Florence. He says Ravalli County commissioners will travel to Missoula tomorrow to hold a point session regarding malaria fever measures.
County commissioners plan talks on the spotted fever outbreak in the valley south of Missoula. They believe danger persists and urge neighboring counties to unite and invite a specialist to come west and stay for several weeks.
A class organized by members of the Northern Pacific club in Missoula to hear Dr. J. J. Buckley lecture on The First Aid to the Injured opened last Saturday before a large audience. Regular meetings are planned with an expected 50 to 75 members joining as the series progresses.
P M Reilly Co grocers report Arbor Day observance in Missoula on May 12. The mayor urges citizens to plant trees in the new South Missoula park and elsewhere where they will be beneficial. A large number of trees is expected to be planted.
Spokane Division Engineer B. E. Palmer visits Missoula along with Plains attorney James M. Self. Ex-county attorney J. M. Simpson arrives from Deer Lodge while J. Broulette returns on Sunday. Rev. Father P. J. Mulconry departs for Hamilton and Robert Johnson travels from the county west work. Health Officer May reports progress in cleaning back lots and alleys as attention shifts to sanitation.
Harvey Dempsey of Dillon was assaulted in a freight car near Silver Bow Junction by two tramps who pistol whipped him and stole about $5 and a silver watch. He resisted and was left unconscious with scalp wounds. he later reported to Butte and described the attack.
A New Orleans Times-Democrat excerpt recalls painters sharing tall tales of near fatal falls from Chicago and New Orleans structures. The stories mix bravado with fear as workers describe slips from ladders and scaffolds, escapes by rope, and near disasters told with humor.
President Theodore Roosevelt asks Congress to authorize immediate relief for Martinique after the catastrophe that killed thousands and left 50,000 homeless. He directs the Treasury War Navy departments to act and urges an appropriation of $500 to be immediately available.
The German emperor telegraphed to President Loubet in French expressing condolences and pledging 10 000 marks for relief after the St Pierre catastrophe. Loubet replied with thanks and gratitude to the donors and victims.
Rome May 12 The pope summoned the French ambassador at the Vatican and conveyed deep sorrow upon learning of the St Pierre disaster. He asked for ongoing updates on the volcanic outbreak details.
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