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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1902
Page
10
Repair shop advertises watch repair and jewelry making or upgrading using old pieces. It notes missing watch parts and old jewelry repaired or converted into new pieces, offered at bullion prices with trade options for new jewelry. Bring in your old jewelry to see options.
The world of sport notes a bout where a young contender defeats his rival. Yanger showcased power and stamina, dominating the match while drawing applause from the audience for his performance.
The Little Anacondas beat the Anaconda Stars 12 to 10 at the Brickyard grounds yesterday. Captains Jim Lynch and Ed Flynn led their squads with notable performances as the Stars suffered their first loss after a string of wins.
Harry New from C R Ellison’s stable won the Latonia derby before about 10,000 fans. South Trimble and Martin Burke were second, Abe Frank finished last. Closing price on the winner was 5 to 1 after earlier odds of 4 to 1. The race had no sensational moments as the colt surged to win by five lengths.
Montana bred horses are gaining fame in English polo with Curtis Brown noting Americans supply many top ponies. The international polo cup series begins in London next Saturday with King Edward expected to attend. Foxhall Keene leads the American attack as English riders favor Montana stock for nerve and endurance.
Tommy Ryan defeated Jimmy Handler in Kansas City in a one sided 10 round bout. Handler was knocked down four times in the fourth round and could not continue, needing assistance to leave the ring as the referee stopped the fight.
New York May 26 Gravesend results list six races with winners and times. First race six furlongs selling Graden beat Snark and Jim Tully in 1 10 2 5. Second race one mile and a furlong Contend won with Ethics and Kamara. Third race five furlongs Plater won over Mamie Worth and Our Nugget. Fourth Patchogue stakes six furlongs Cameron Brunswick Flying buttress. Fifth race mile and a sixteenth Hyphen won with Hermis Lizzie McCarthy. Sixth maiden two-year-olds five furlongs Wild Thyme won Brimstone and Cincinnatus.
A flood of horses arrived at the track led by The Fog and St Winnifred as coast connections showcase talent. Notables include Sweet's stable three entries Dawson and Woolhurst four, Sam Green’s favorite jumper Whaleback, El Mido in John Campbell’s string, and over a million horses listed. L V Bell's Aldeo injured severely after a Brooklyn Handicap start with possible brain concussion, recovery in doubt.
Jerry McCarthy of Walkerville Montana outweighed rival Jack Donnelly of Butte by about fifteen pounds and pounded him relentlessly through nine rounds. Donnelly quit after refusing further punishment, with referee Willard Bean awarding the bout to McCarthy as blood flowed from Donnelly’s nose and the crowd watched a one sided contest.
The Yale tennis championship final in New Haven on May 26 saw HA Plumamer of New York and L Rus sell of Seattle defeat P Condit of New York and Reeve Sehley of New York 6 1 0 1 6.
In St Paul Minnesota Otto Zie loff of Chicago knocked out Art Sims of Akron Ohio in the eighth round of a fight that was scheduled for 110 rounds.
In Chicago Hawthorne tracks May program lists six furlongs winner Domblet with King second and Harney third. One mile Last Night wins. Emathon is runner-up. Steeplechase short course goes to McLaren. Sardonic second. Vernal stakes five furlongs Bavahle wins with Steinwinder second and Sidney C Love third. Articulate takes one mile. Roney Boy second Lucien Appleby third. Mile and a quarter result: PFarmer Bennett first, Ben Chance second, Misa Liza third.
The government may recast its budget if peace is won and the grain tax falls. Members urge ministers to drop the levy as it harms colonial ties and stirs cabinet divisions between Salisbury and Chamberlain camps. Rosebery sides with Liberals backing a London meeting against the education bill.
A list of weights and entries for six races at today’s program. Includes horses, riders, and weights for the High Weight handicap, selling bets, purse events, the Preakness distance, and other dashes with notes on conditions. Clear and fast.
The Chronicle lists selections for Tuesday’s races headed by Price of Endurance Cross Florestan J W Kirby Lord Quex Red Tip Mary Lavana Princess Tulane Sarah Maxim Flying Torpedo Searcher Johnny Boy Autolight Her Meneia Theory M F Tarpey Imp Layla Clear Swiftmas Royal Northern Star Satire Vassal Dance H L Coleman Lady Albertcraft Credulity Her Genie Old England Namtor Igniter Kennard Gillie Alan Roue Sister Juliet Nither One Clearfast.
In Helena on May 2, B. C. Harvey admitted guilt to stealing 88 sheep from Jacob G. Fay after the prosecuting witness testified. Judge Smith will sentence Harvey tomorrow morning.
Chicago May 26 Benny Yanger out pointed Austin Rice in a six round contest here tonight. Rice put up a strong effort and fought well throughout the matchup.
Journal notes beachgoers and bathhouse visitors with varied attitudes toward public nudity. The column contrasts tanning on shore with discomfort at nude public baths, hinting at social tensions over decency and privacy.
Donahoe notes Ireland's long emigration fever as children grow up with hearts turned to distant shores. The phrase He's going to America carries a bittersweet tone for young people fearing separation from kin who have already left.
National League matchups include New York at Boston Philadelphia at Brooklyn Cincinnati at Pittsburg Chicago at St. Louis. American League games feature Cleveland at Washington Chicago at Baltimore St. Louis at Boston Detroit at Philadelphia.
St Louis played fast today but finished one run behind Chicago. Chance hit a first inning triple driving in two but was later retired for Kahoe. Attendance reached 12,000 with Yerkes Murphy O'Neill Menefee Chance and Kahoe among the lineup.
Cleveland won today's game against Washington with key early hits in the first inning. Wright pitched well until the ninth inning when Moore relieved him. attendance was 3,115. Batteries Orth and Clarke. Wright, Moore and Bemis.
Boston lost to St. Louis as Stahl and Powell led pitching in a well played game. Attendance reported at 3,841 with Batters Dineen Warner Powell and Sugden involved for Boston.
Baltimore faltered due to fielding mistakes in a game against Chicago. Kelly faced an indefinite suspension announced today. Attendance reached 3,085 with a 553 error count mentioned among battery pairings Howell and Robinson minus Gavin and McFarland.
Detroit beat Philadelphia with a strong late rally in the final inning, attempting to tie the game. Miller and Me Juire pitched for Detroit while Wiltse and Powers worked for Philadelphia. attendance listed as 7.ayroscore with unclear scoring and erratic OCR text.
In St Joseph the Peoria team won 6 to 5 while at Des Moines the Denver club prevailed 7 to 6 marking the latest Western League results and standings updates.
Abe Attel signs with Young Corbett in Denver on May 26 indicating a boxing agreement. Spotlight on two prominent fighters joining for a combat match and local expectations rise.
Young Corbett signed articles to fight in this city on June 6. The match weighs 126 pounds with a 3 p.m. start and a purse split of 75 percent to the winner and 25 percent to the loser.
Helena manager Flannery reports a tough coast trip with 18 games and rain in 16. He cites inconsistent defense as the main hurdle but predicts strong future with two new players. Coast totals show Seattle 847.95 Tacoma 452.40 Portland 495.65 Spokane 569.65 overall 2274.65. Thompson, a new pitcher, arrives around June 5.
Helena prepares for the annual State Sunday School association convention with about 200 visitors expected. Leader Mrs. Mary Foster Bryner of Illinois will arrive at 2 30 PM to guide sessions as delegates begin arriving tomorrow noon. Reverend D B Price chairs the state executive committee.
Free entertainment accompanies convention preparations with meals priced separately. Sessions will be hosted inside Helena at the First Baptist church and the Grand Army hall.
In Plattsburg New York May 26 Nelson Pease Bond 19 of Burlington treasurer of the freshmen class disappeared after being chased by five sophomores from the University of Vermont. Bond reportedly fled toward Wilcox's dock and jumped into the lake to escape. A rescue boat lacked oars and Bond did not surface.
A large crowd gathered at college hall in Helena for the annual recital of the department of elocution and oratory at Montana Wesleyan University. Miss Gertrude Storer directed the program as an instructor in the department.
Senator William P. Dillingham of Vermont urges passage of a Sunday observance bill for the District of Columbia. The measure forbids selling many items on Sunday and bans public playing of football baseball or other sports within DC to preserve the day’s peace. Critics say the sports clause will face stiff congressional opposition, with golf players predicting it cannot pass.
A waiter refuses vulgar tips and asserts self respect as free born American citizens. He states all that is required is a retaining fee, identical to lawyers, and expresses approval of the suggestion. The exchange underscores workplace dignity and formal payment expectations.
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