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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1906
Page
14
The Anaconda Standard lists daily and Sunday rates and advance payment options. It details main and branch offices in Anaconda Missoula and other cities, plus multiple newsstand locations across the country and business correspondence addresses in Anaconda Montana.
The opening baseball series in Butte was marred by rain and low attendance as the Spokane Club readying for five games faced weather setbacks. Despite poor conditions, Butte won the lone played match. The piece also notes a new effort to establish a Young Men’s Christian Association in Butte, urging behind the scenes inquiry into past failures to ensure future success.
Professor Omori of Tokio, the world’s leading earthquake authority, declares San Francisco will not face further disturbances for two to three thousand years after the recent quakes. He explains aftershocks are earth’s settling and pose no danger, enabling a confident rebuild with durable mortar and renewed hope for the city by the Golden Gate.
The building inspector states that Butte will see more construction this season than in any prior year except a peak eight or nine years ago when major blocks such as the Hennessey and Pennsylvania blocks rose. Numerous business blocks and apartment houses are planned.
The report notes unprecedented plans and ongoing erection of homes across the city this year surpassing any prior period. Despite cautious rhetoric, officials describe bustling activity and a steady push toward more residences as the season drives development.
A lyrical column laments Kentucky's decline with Proctor Knott's tongue and Wenus Watterson's pen. It mourns a drought in Louisville and a perceived fall from grace, invoking historic Kentucky figures to urge national sympathy and reflect on the commonwealth's troubled spirit.
Secretary Taft urges early definite action on canal matters as railroad rate bills falter. Reports by Shonts and others defend the canal commission, praising progress and urging immediate plans for final construction to avoid waste and layoffs of twenty thousand workers on the isthmus. The key issue is sea level versus lock system, but timeliness dominates.
The dispatches show a carefully staged welcome for Princess and her future queenly role in Spain. Observers note spontaneity in pardoning a criminal and praise her tactful, positive impression on Spaniards, while she endears herself to soldiers and peasants alike. Her English upbringing contrasts with Spain, but early signs suggest strong public support and potential political influence.
The district court calendar lists multiple motions and orders for today. Cases include Ruby Hayes v Bernard Hayes with an order to show cause, Annie Vuksinek v Grand Lodge A, OneU. W. with a motion for new trial, and George Palmer v Louisa Brok enshire with a demurrer to complaint. Other items feature James Hamilton v PD Smith et al for inspection, Western Loan and Savings v Silver Bow Abstract for a new trial, Crance-Ordwin v Butte Butchering with separate demurrer, and several possession and demurrer actions.
Sacred Heart parochial school students work hard for the annual commence ment exercises to be held at the Broadway theater on June 19. The graduating class will likely include six members, with elaborate exercises marking the school year’s end. The eighth grade graduation will also be held as a large class departs for higher education under the Sisters' guidance.
Forty Montana Commandery Knights Templars attended Ascension Sunday service at First Presbyterian in full uniform led by Captain General David Moule. Rev Ved Groeneveld conducted the service as Frances Harte sang Come Unto Me, and Rev Choeneveld spoke on Modern Knighthood amid floral decorations.
Mountain View Methodist church to begin interior improvements and roof repair with wall strengthening. Work aims to avoid Sunday closures. total cost $2,500 funded by congregation. Last year the group cleared over $6,000 in debts and now supports the renovation fund.
Samuel Kesti and Miss Elma Saari were married Saturday evening at 456 East Broadway with Rev J W Nyvall officiating. A large circle of friends attended as refreshments were served and the couple planned to reside on Fast Broadway.
Montana second regiment and Butte militia companies anticipate a Washington encampment at Medical Lake with regulars and guards from Oregon Utah Washington and Montana. Officials expect mobilization, drills, and a large gathering to enhance tactical training ahead of a potential national guard encampment.
The funeral of Thomas Cosgrove who died Friday afternoon was held at the home on Clarrison avenue yesterday morning. The body was taken to St. Joseph's church where a requiem high mass was said. A large procession accompanied the body to the Catholic cemetery. The wall bearers were selected from intimate friends and neighbors.
A fierce storm Saturday night and Sunday morning damaged many areas in the city and county. Gas and water connections flooded trenches and holes appeared where frost last winter created caverns. Police reported many dangerous spots flagged for repairs while road supervisors prepare to fix washed out county roads and sidehills after a cloudburst.
An advertisement describes Banigan Rubber company boots including thigh and knee lengths at 5 and 7 per pair, waterproof construction with vulcanized upper and welt soles, and a water tight design. It markets men's and women's boots, patent kid dress footwear, buckskin elkskin shoes, canvas shoes and oxfords, with assorted prices and sizing details.
Do not delay in reserving sleeping car berth. Visit Shore Line city ticket office at 105 North Main Street, Butte Montana. H. O. Wilson, D. F. and P. A.
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