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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1902
Page
14
Western Montana office located at 110 West Main Street Mis soula. Telephone number 11% provided. advertising available on request.
The note promotes furniture shopping as spring cleaning continues. It touts good staple and fancy items, plus many odds and ends to make homes cheerful. Emphasizes reputation for best quality goods at low prices and value for money.
Missoula May 24 The University of Montana and the State Agricultural College of Washington will stage a three against three interstate debate on May 29 in University Hall. The Washington team: A I Hooper J B Cordiner E N Hinchliff. The Montana team: Benjamin Stewart Jay Sheridan Harold Blake. The proposition urges Congress to legalize railway pooling with ICC power to abrogate when needed.
Missoula district court clerk Kemp recalls amusing and awkward moments issuing marriage licenses. He describes bashful grooms, past marriages, secret applications, and curious couples from Coeur d Alene. He notes reporters, fund-raising anecdotes, and the public nature of the license book.
The Bonita station supervisor discharged the Japanese timekeeper called the book man, prompting all Japanese laborers to quit. The men refuse to work under anyone else after learning he was laid off temporarily for a replacement.
Bids will be received at the office of J H Kennedy architect at 10 o clock Monday morning May 26 1902 for the erection of two cottages on South First street for Mr Hermann.
Missoula May 24 County Surveyor Catlin returned from the west end where he viewed the proposed county road from Russell Ferry to St. Regis. He joined viewers Henry Ed gar and J. J. Dowling as they inspected the route.
Missoula May 24 The land near Lake Como in Bitter Root valley above the Lolo fork Montana was withdrawn from settlement July 14 1899 and the applicant William Gorham had his purchase application rejected The decision affirms the withdrawal and cites that the land is public domain not covered by 1872 act nor 1859 treaty provisions Gorham is informed of appeal rights and further action if any.
Spectators pack Missoula Park as July 4 features sprint heats and a parade of horse breeds. July 5 showcases longer distance events and a final stakes race with local jockeys competing for top honors.
Missoula notes a Western Montana Driving Club meeting approving a 1400 purse for July 4 and 5 events with races, Indian pony contests, and free-for-all trots. Entries close June 25 with Secretary E C Mulroney. program to be printed and mailed to Northwest horsemen. Track said to be in prime condition. The European free bus meets all trains.
Grass Valley ditch work proceeds slowly due to recent rains but is close to ready for irrigation. Contractor McCulloch says soft ground caused delays. no liens filed. Farmer Jette can now draw water, with broader farm access soon, promising a valuable irrigation investment and harvest for farmers.
Fort Missoula hosts about 150 soldiers, the largest garrison since 1898. Captain Perkins leads 65 men bound for Alaska on the 6th, a 15-man cavalry detail under a sergeant, and 64 men from the 24th Infantry under Captain Hovey. Units include white and colored companies and part of a cavalry company.
Missoula residents report that the Onion club will hold a meeting next Wednesday to arrange summer outings and select visiting places. The club has enjoyed prior outings and expects another enjoyable season with similar plans.
The Carpenters union of Missoula plans a reception for an upcoming lecturer from the order. He will speak on union principles and the benefits of membership, with an address expected to be delivered in the near future.
Dr Longeway secretary of the state board of health Dr Knowles state veterinarian and Dr Buckley of Missoula formed a party that went to Hamilton on the Bitter Root train to inspect a sickness. Dr Wilson the specialist who had been in Hamilton returned to Missoula and joined the group.
The Northern Pacific reports ongoing landslide trouble at bridge 26 near Missoula with dirt continuing to fall. Passengers arriving from the branch were transferred at the scene, and officials expect the track to be cleared by tomorrow, allowing trains to resume schedule times.
It is reported that a band of drunken Indians camp near the Chinese gardens at Missoula on May 24. Authorities are warned and officers will monitor the situation following trouble observed last night at the site.
The funeral of Mrs. Ezra Danforth was held this afternoon from the family home on North Third Street. Rev. Walter Hayes of the Presbyterian church officiated, and a large attendance was reported.
Missoula reports a baseball game next Tuesday between Ted Westbys Eagle Eyes and the Improvement club boys team. The clubs recently met with the club boys winning once, setting a rematch. Crescent wheels Missoula How Co.
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