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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Oct 14, 1901
Page
10
The Western Montana office of the standard is at 110 West Main street Mis soula. Telephone No. 118. Advertising rates furnished on application.
Charles Taylor, a Bonner planing mill worker, was seriously hurt when his 44 caliber Colt fell from a holster and discharged on East Front Street near the Rankin hotel. The bullet pierced his left arm below the elbow. he was taken to a doctor for treatment. No one else was harmed in the incident.
Joe Laundry, a known Blackfoot lumberman, is jailed in Missoula on a serious charge after allegedly luring a 3 or 4 year old boy into a riverside grove. A passerby stopped him at the Catholic church with a pistol, and the child’s mother alerted the crowd.
John Maley remains missing in Missoula the past several days. He was last seen Wednesday night driving with a ranchman, causing fear of foul play though some say he may be at a ranch. Spalding's goods at Bishop and Kern's.
Ray Rockman traveled from France to New York to be with her father, Dr Rockman, upon news of his illness and has stayed by his side since. The doctor notes improvement thanks to her presence and speaks warmly of the visit. She had been with Sarah Bernhardt in France when the news arrived and received Bernhardt’s sympathy, including a photograph. Dr Rockman and Miss Rockman planned to meet Sir Henry Irving and Miss Terry in New York.
Missoula residents note a health retreat for David Mack from Butte and the return of his lost dog after an advertisement in the Standard. Concord grapes are offered at three baskets for one dollar at Reilly's. Golden Rule millinery promotes up to date styles and reasonable prices.
Repair work continues on the wrecked train from Dempsey with the cars mostly intact except for damaged brake beams. The observation car was moved to Missoula and added to the westbound No. 3 train. Meanwhile F W Howard plans a two month trip to Detroit Buffalo and Dakota after time in Missoula.
The Red Men of Philipsburg plan a grand evening entertainment with the Nordic quartet from Missoula. Mrs. Ignatie Donnelly of Butte may attend, and local doctors Dr. Glasgow and a dentist are noted among organizers. Ladies depart Wednesday morning for Philipsburg. Airtight by heaters mentioned at McBride's.
In Missoula the U S land office canceled several homestead contests. Gillen vs Buell held for cancellation with Buell claimed abandoned. Nickie vs Rages and Burton vs Swiney also held for cancellation for abandonment or nonproof. Jourdon vs Smith sustained cancellation due to abandonment and residence in Michigan. Try the Bee Hive with your mail or ders.
A letter from Ovando reports the Holly brothers who hunted there last week brought in the largest white tail buck seen in Ovando. They also had good sport with birds during their trip. The deer kill occurred Friday night and was noted by residents in Missoula.
John Gannon guided a Florence omnibus through a runaway caused by a yard engine frightening a horse. The bus dodged damage and no passengers were hurt as the horse was controlled near Toole avenue and the lumber yard. Mail orders to the Golden Tule in Missoula.
In Missoula on October 13 a horse burned in the Walker and Albee fire is reported likely to live if no internal complications arise. The animal shows extensive burns including a scorched mane and tail and damaged hide. Sealed bids are invited until Tuesday noon October 15 to build a brick addition to the hardware warehouse with plans available at the Missoula Mercantile Company office.
Mesoula Hamel aged 24 of Frenchtown died early today at her home. She leaves three children, the youngest born last night. Funeral is set for Monday in Frenchtown, under the direction of J. M. Lucey Funeral Home.
The Standard Gold Mining company absorbs the Gold Bell interests and announces immediate extensive operations at Trout creek. All wool heavy brown Mackinaws, worth 3.50, on sale this week for 2.50 from The Globe.
The local lodge of Odd Fellows has received an impressive set of regalia valued around $1,500. The new attire covers all three degrees plus the initiatory degree, and members are ready to perform at a high level.
Local fashion note promoting Kupenheimer suit or overcoat availability at Golden Rule in Missoula. Emphasizes quality and value for shoppers seeking formal outerwear options in the city.
Missoula residents report Dr. M. Rockman is rapidly gaining strength and in better health than in years. Lee Kohn received a letter stating the doctor’s improving condition, with friends hoping for his return to Missoula soon.
A New York tailor recalls a railroad driver who made seven dollars a spike by selling salvaged spikes from Garfield's funeral train route. The driver bought, stole, and sold old iron to a souvenir hunter, turning a profit before demand fell, proving the public loves a good story.
Reports from Missoula describe a four day Western Montana Fair with school students writing accounts. The second grader details rides and sights while a seventh grader laments gate keepers and family ticket antics. Observations cover premiums, displays, racing, bands, and community pride.
A New York resident highlights a novel occupation where a woman opens and closes homes for owners returning after the season. The service includes preparing larders, hiring staff, airing rooms, polishing contents, and greeting the owner with ready arrangements. The enterprise operates year round with trained helpers and aims to spare families hotel stays.
Dr J J Buckley visits St Paul J B Bond of Vietor visits Missoula J M Self spends days with family at Plaine Landford Mace of Stevensville visits Saturday Miss Bond sisters from Hamilton visit Vietor Judge Woody conducts legal business in Hamilton Morrow son of Philipsburg visits Missoula Senator Worden returns from visits to Butte and Helena Winnie Woods and Essie Whitesitt from Breyensville in Missoula Plummer a Victory merchant spends Sunday with Missoula friends T A McClain returns from Butte advances to his ranch Professor Rouser and family move into new home H Edwards visits from Butte.
A playful poem card praising a girl in a pink sunbonnet and Little Boy Blue. It invites outdoor play among dandelions and lilac shade, stressing purity and health, with affectionate imagery and a friendly hug and kiss.
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