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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Oct 12, 1900
Page
12
Missoula County authorities preparing to repudiation the so called currency king amid local tensions. Officials seek to redefine monetary controls and end a controversial financial arrangement associated with the figure known as currency king. Public meetings are slated to discuss implications and legal avenues.
Missoula reports political calm as Clark supporters fail to win labor party backing for McLaughlin and plan to open the barrel soon. Wages in Clark lumber camps run 35 dollars monthly, lower than other mills paying 40 to 45 dollars, fueling worker resentment and scrutiny of Clark claims. Independent Democrats prepare county campaign to inform voters.
Missoula dispatch notes crew shifts on the Copper City limited and Bitter Root run with engineers Haikie Hermann and assistants. Five Klondiker locomotives in the roundhouse require repairs after heavy hauling. Engine 161 reportedly fainted under load, replaced without wreck. Fireman Charles Day slowly recovering from Garrison wreck injuries. engine 134 sent for shop repairs. You can save money on jackets and millinery at the Globe store.
A party from Miller Creek returns from the Upper Rattlesnake country reporting rough weather but fruitful hunting for deer and ducks. After completing current work they will move toward the Bright Mile country to finish before winter weather sets in. The Globe store advertises fall dry goods and furnishings.
Henry Buster and R. Dunn, escaped Nine Mile camp where smallpox was found, stayed in a Missoula island cabin in quarantine until today. They were discharged with no county expense, the cabin fumigated and returned to its owner after the required period with no signs of illness.
Six inch stove pipe sold at Missoula by J. L. McBride delivery within 50 miles. Elbows 20 cents per joint dampers 15 cents. Minimum order ten joints.
Judge Hayes hears Lassard and Diamond accused by Frank Leonard of Garrison of robbing him between 4 and 5 AM Monday. Conflicting testimony from witnesses and defendants leaves the fate uncertain as the judge reserves decision until Saturday at 3 PM.
George Akerlund swore out a complaint in Justice Houtehens' court charging Arnold Johnson with third degree assault. Akerlund was cut on the lip during a dispute at the Carlaw camp where both men work. A warrant was issued for Johnson, who is a cook at the camp, and an officer is pursuing him. Akerlund cites no clear motive, suggesting possible misunderstanding.
Missoula hosts a two day football kickoff with Town club facing South Side on Saturday and North Side on Sunday. University players practice steadily as Missoula eleven prepares, following a recent close game between the clubs. Copper mine in district shuts down last Friday, Fourteen workers affected, bondholder Kitchie closed the mine and may reopen later in winter.
The Continental Oil building on the south side will receive an eight foot high stone lined basement in 30 by 34 feet. Work starts this weekend while the structure remains in place. The basement will store oil in barrels and cans. Dr Dodd of Butte may be consulted at the Florence hotel Missoula from the 7th to the 21st for free examinations.
Missoula on October 1 reports H Myers sold his East Front street residence to Mr. Van Farrell. The sale price is not yet public. The Myers will move to a West Spruce street cottage and the Van Farrells will occupy the Myers home once vacated.
James L Burns of 81 Regis filed for 160 acres covering the south half of the northwest quarter and lots 3 and 4 in section 3 township 10 north range 31 west. David T Bowen of Philipsburg filed for 160 acres covering the south half of the northeast quarter and the west half of the southwest quarter of section 18 township 5 north range 2 west.
Landlord Page visited Missoula to buy supplies for the Hamilton hotel now nearing completion. Carpenters and bricklayers have finished the exterior and work is advancing quickly inside. The fathers have begun their tasks and expect swift completion for soon reopening.
A reader notes Golden Rule in Missoula as the best place to buy underwear. The brief item highlights a local business recommendation with emphasis on location and product focus.
The Herron surveying party is encamped near Missoula as of October 11, continuing field work in the region. The crew prepares temporary camps and equipment setup for forthcoming measurements.
Missoula records a new smallpox case today. Henry Lenz, recent arrival from Butte, is quarantined and to be moved to the pesthouse in the morning. The illness is described as mild.
Missoula advertises ladies winter cloaks from the Golden Rule Store with sewing machine supplies and mail orders to the Golden Rule Store in Missoula.
Missoula notes list Andrew Stinger from the reservation and visitors from Thompson, Potomac, Helena, Butte, and St. Regis. The report mentions a nine pound boy born to the Jenkins family, services by Rev. Peterson, mining activity in Wallace district, and staff movements at the Rocky Mountain Bell Telephone Company.
Republicans held another Dillon rally with Ex-Governor White as chair and A J Sennett and T J Porter among speakers. Harris entertained with a lengthy political ramble while a freight wreck near Glenn Station delayed trains. Smallpox fears prompt vaccination push and notices of street quarantines in central Dillon.
In district court John Watson pleads guilty to burglary in the second degree for entering a Windsor hotel room and stealing clothing, receiving one year in prison. Two brothers, Louis and Harr Suhr, convicted of grand larceny in copper theft from a Client Northern car, with five-year sentences. older brother to testify later. Grace Tate seeks a divorce from Frank Tate of Butte on failure to provide. A smallpox case arrives from the Boulder tunnel region, placed in pest house after medical checks.
A Paris Exposition closing day celebration began with a Seine river parade and a seven dancer ballet from Michael Strogoff staged on a 30 yard long steamer. Decorated barges with costumed performers were towed along the exhibition riverfront as part of the fete. The event aims to reduce a ticket surplus by selling multiple tickets for one entry.
The coroner's jury in Philadelphia Ort 11 ruled Flannagan, former featherweight champion, died from over exertion after a Saturday night bout. Sparring partner James Devine, who aided him before he collapsed, was discharged.
The text promotes a large stock of carriages buggies and wagons for farm use and personalized transport. It emphasizes durable well built wagons from reputable makers and broader family comfort with improved travel options. It mentions single seated and multi passenger options and highlights prosperity and market transport needs.
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