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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1901
Page
12
C W Jagger a brick yard worker died after an engine struck him while he lay on a railroad track near Missoula Montana. He had been drinking over the prior days and reportedly slept on the rail with a pillow of the track. An inquest will be held by Coroner Hayes Tuesday night.
A man accused of displaying a deadly weapon at Cunningham's camp on Nine Mile, targeting John Cunningham, was sought by officers until Sunday night when captured. He appeared before Justice Houtchens and the hearing was set for Monday, May 27. Frazer posted bond and was released.
Missoula May 13 The coroner's jury formerly probing the death of Mrs J E B Totman returned a verdict tonight finding she died by poisoning in a manner unknown to the jury. The verdict was signed by Kenneth Ross as chairman and four other members.
A chaotic Missoula day reports multiple confrontations citywide. Gene Fenton fights his female companion ending with a knife altercation. A Rankin house clash features a bus driver and a cook over alleged robbery. A lumberjack at The Owl taunts locals, then is hooked into street brawling and dragged toward the saloon as bystanders intervene. The day remains unsettled with more trouble possible.
B A Mitchell, manager of the Oregon Nursery company, is associated with offices in Missoula. The fragmented note places him as a key figure linked to the nursery business in Montana.
B BR Williams plans a two month trip from Missoula beginning Thursday. He will visit friends along the way to the seaboard, sail for England, and remain there until homesick for Montana. He leaves his ranch in charge with Tom Ryan and will return to Missoula after his travels.
Grand Army members outline a solemn May 30 observance at Fort Missoula cemetery. The ritual will be performed by post members with Rev. F J Salsman delivering the address and veterans decorating graves at local cemeteries.
A trimmed hats sale is advertised at Globe Store with a 33 413 percent discount today. The notice emphasizes limited stock and in store purchase only.
A complaint sworn January in Justice Houtchens court accuses Walter Frazer, a lumberjack, of an unspecified offense. The filing marks the initial step in an alleged incident described in the local news brief.
Bandmann and Nat Goodwin will each appear as Shylock in separate New York engagements. Bandmann’s Jekyll and Hyde inspired production draws praise for realism. Missoula friends await Bandmann’s May 13 appearance with Nat Goodwin’s Shylock in New York expected to contrast notably.
The Rocky Mountain Magazine features Professor M. J. Elrod on Montana shell life. His Montana shells article details discoveries by the university summer school biology station, naming new land snail species and one honorific naming by eastern authorities.
The mineral land commission in the Missoula district will end its work on May 15 by federal act limits. Commissioners Hartley Hathaway Curtis and Garrett will retire. Garrett will return to Arkansas when possible, others remain in Montana. The Missoula district has nearly completed land classification with little left undone. The piece notes two boards serving since the Cleveland era and invites readers to visit the Standard office for subscription premiums and to see Model restaurant recommendations.
The Fourth of July committee met at the Missoula club to finalize celebration details. Hotels and lodging houses were full, with guests turned away for three nights. By Sunday, every livery turnout in the city was employed as visitors swelled residency demand.
Missoula May 13 Mrs P H Mahoney states she did not include any false facts in the complaint over a youth accused of stealing her watch. The case was dismissed after he paid costs and returned the watch. She clarifies he did not write from Butte of immediate return until a warrant was issued.
Missoula May 13. A 42 inch snake found on the hill behind the Urlin place caused excitement among children at a popular resort. Initially thought to be a rattlesnake, an old plainsman identified it as a non venomous buffalo snake due to its markings and shape.
Apple blossoms fill Missoula as Western Montana orchards display their wealth of bloom. Visitors from Butte Anaconda and Helena praise the city as a garden thriving in May inviting view and delight. Also note Wallace stock bargains at the Globe with staples exhausted yet remaining dress goods silks parasols and more at half price.
Bonner Montana this week schedules an extra night shift at the big mills due to rising orders and lumber demands. A log drive on the Blackfoot river is progressing toward the main stream while upper Blackfoot lakes melt later than usual. Local advertises Simons and Lemiey promote New Scotch suitings at low prices.
President Swain of the Dillon state normal school visited Missoula with Professor Hamilton guiding the tour. He expressed pleasure with the city and discussed attracting students for the next session and summer school, then departed for the Bitter Root with Stevensville as the first stop.
Mrs. 5 HK Whalen of Holden Missouri recounts years of ill health after failing treatments by local doctors. She credits Dr. Pierce medicines Favorite Prescription Golden Medical Discovery and Pellets with relief from back and abdominal pain and constipation, saying she has had no use for doctors since.
Dr Ray of Philipsburg visits Missoula. Alex Dow from Frenchtown and M Allen of Lolo stay briefly. Judge Durfee of Philipsburg visits family. Senator Myers from Hamilton visits. Northern Pacific trains praised for on time service. Several locals travel, work on brewery spur, new Yerrick building foundation, and two and a half miles of Bitter Root track planned. Arbor day and a charity tea announced.
Chief Larson seeks John Cassidy for robbing his roommate last night in Missoula. He has not been located yet. Also notes croquet sets at McHaffie's and a new wallpaper line by Rhodes.
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