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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Oct 23, 1900
Page
5
In Anaconda a crowd packed the Huret theater for aDemocratic rally featuring C F Kelley and Thomas Hogan. Kelley denounced imperialism and Clark influenced politics while praising Democratic independence and denouncing corruption and wealth influence.
A collage reports on county and state figures including J H Duffy, Jack Conley, and John Madden in Montana political life. It recounts Conley’s 1854 Baltimore birth, Cheyenne tenure, Sioux and Nez Perce campaigns, and Montana sheriff roles, with rally mentions and local notices from Anaconda and Helena.
The article profiles Jack Conley, veteran lawman in Deer Lodge County Montana. It traces his service from smelters in 1885 to deputy sheriff, constable, and sheriff since 1899. It praises his fearless, honest record noting 25 convicts sent to state prison in 22 months including six murderers and urges voters to reelect him.
John Madden, candidate for re election to the State house of representatives, is noted as a popular Deer Lodge county figure who served as Anaconda mayor in 1899. His administration is credited with clean leadership, high standards for fire and police, and effective public health, earning Anaconda a reputation as well governed.
Portraits of three candidates from the democratic and independent democratic parties of Deer Lodge County appear on this page. The gentlemen are incumbents with clean records and strong taxpayer service. The piece touts J. H. Duffy as a standout prosecuting attorney seeking re-election after a high case load and satisfactory performance.
An advertisement extols fat as a natural protective cushion for babies and animals like kittens and puppies. It promotes Scott's Emulsion of cod liver oil, offering a free sample from Scott & Bowne in New York to ensure babies receive their rightful fat intake.
The text portrays Mr. Madden as a reformer and capable public servant. It notes Anaconda’s enlarged sewer system and other improvements underscoring the city as a model municipality. Madden’s legislative record is described as clean and conscientious, with roles on the enrolling committee. Born December 5, 1859 in Peoria Illinois, he moved to La Salle Illinois and later to Montana in 1892 settling in Anaconda.
Daly Donahoe and Greenwood bankers advertise desirable offices for rent in a bank building. The notice highlights available suites and proximity to financial services, inviting potential tenants to inquire.
For rent a large hall in the Standard building for one night each week. Inquire at the Standard office.
The item notes a baby born to Mrs. Pat Larkin on East Fourth Street and a new clothing and gents' furnishing store opened by M. M. Mogus at 510 Park Street. Also mentions Pat Larkin, George Furlong, and Joy H. Johnson in local business and social updates.
The Grau Opera company presents Sousa's El Capitan at the Margaret theater. The Peruvian themed production offers splendorous scenery and costumes with Sousa's music highlighted by the famous El Capitan march.
The Neill company, now popular in the West, will stage Nat Goodwin's great success An American Citizen tomorrow evening at the Margaret theater.
An advertisement touts Hos telter's Stomach Bitters as the best medicine to purify and enrich life. It claims to cure indigestion constipation dyspepsia biliousness inactive liver weak kidneys and to prevent malaria fever and ague while boosting appetite and aiding sleep.
Local claimant Rosa McAhan of 211 Wet Quartz Street Butte Montana endorses Newbro's Herpicide as a cure for dandruff saying it cleanses the scalp, stops hair loss, and relieves itching. The advertisement urges readers to ask their druggist for Herpicide, calling it a delightful dressing that leaves hair soft.
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