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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Oct 26, 1908
Page
16
Montana's best newspaper, The Anaconda Standard, pledges thorough reporting across Butte and state regions with bold daily editions. It highlights its news service, features like Haskin letters, Marion Harland contributions, and a robust Sunday section including comics and youth pages.
The notice details subscription prices for daily and Sunday editions. One month costs 100 dollars, six months paid in advance 5 dollars, and one year paid in advance 10 dollars. Sunday rate is 2.50 dollars for one year. Standard offices are noted.
In Waterloo purse and plate races at Hutte coursing park, Ring Lady from Salt Lake and Real Rocker from San Francisco secured top honors. Duke Row upset Miss Fair, while Ring Lady narrowly defeated Wild Bug and Real Rocker edged Lady Kellett in a tense sequence culminating in a close finals.
The Clow cup, a trophy presented by Charles Br. Clow of Salt Lake, will be run at the Hutte coursing. Races start next o clock with admission charged. ladies admitted free. The stake includes 3 cattle with dogs drawn as listed and the winner gains permanent ownership. a change in officers is noted.
A fragmented court transcript mentions Marrs Corbis and James Smith, previously of Tutte and now believed to be in California, with a judge presiding as proceedings continue.
Mosher and Barclay won the Witherspoon handicap doubles match against Burton and Hesse after a hard two-set contest, taking the first set 6 to 2 but overcoming a 10 to 9 scramble to finish. The losers promised a feast at the winners' expense. Newark reports Frank Le Kramer, the champion cyclist, set a world record for 26 miles in track competition, beating his 1900 mark as he rode 2-6 miles in strong field.
Copp wins the Utah championship at Salt Lake City defeating Megurrin in the finals. The match lasted seven hours with Copp taking a two up victory over Frank Bo.
Yew DH Roller IV announces entry into interclub meets to bid for honors. De TE Callahan signs to join Kaine and trains with Instructor Bullivant of the 8 A A Cs, preparing for Case Bt competition.
A gas explosion at the royal palace in Oporto injures General Cibraro and three others while the palace is being prepared for the upcoming visit of King Emmanuel on November.
Chicago s real lightweights profile Packy McFarland in Stratford Conn with remarks on his ring gentleness and grit His manager Harry Gilmore and Packy describe his build scars and fighting style noting his aim to outlast Nelson by targeting his eyes and relying on relentless pressure The piece paints McFarland as a business minded fighter with open air training and extensive Chicago roots
John J. McCloskey resigns from the St Louis Cardinals after becoming tired of the job. He parted on good terms with Robison. The Cardinals reportedly signed outfielder Medwitsky from Gunther’s semipro team, with prior minor league exposure. La Crosse league claims him under contract, risking fines and release negotiations with Cardinals.
The Spokane Chronicle previews changes in Northwest Baseball with a possible eight club league next season. Portland Helena and Everett seek admission while Seattle circuit leaders note eight clubs possible if six clubs can be filled and approved. Everett recently applied for admission as directors press forward with the Teague plan.
Dale discusses chances of Northwest league expansion or franchise transfer with a Portland based projection. The league committee led by Dugdale Cohn and Dickson will review Everett and Helena bids while Port lands McCredie appears set for the 1909 season.
In Colm dema yesterday afternoon the McKinleys of Butte defeated the Nelsons of Anaconda 21 to 0 in a spirited football clash. The Butte team, led by coach Phil O'Brien, overpowered their opponents with strong second half scoring. Key players for Anaconda included Nelson and Roger, while Nash Lally Hin Crowley Green and others stood out for the Nelsons before the crowd at Columbia Gardens.
Northwest colleges show varied strength with Washington reporting hidden practice and cautious optimism. Pullman and Whitman note promising back fields and quick backs, while Oregon schools remain uncertain though Oregon likely to field a strong team. Portland and San Francisco results appear inconsistent in reports from the era.
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