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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Sep 03, 1909
Page
17
In Bardstown and Christiana women report cure of female troubles after using Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. The ad advocates the remedy for displacements fibroid tumors ulceration irregularities backache and nervous prostration. It invites letters to Mrs Pinkham Lynn Massachusetts for free advice.
The Anaconda Mill and Smeltermen's union votes today on disbanding the Montana state union amid calls that it is useless and costly. The ballot includes a referendum on dissolution and a slate of candidates for union offices such as President James McNulty, Vice President Duncan Munroe, and Delegates to the state union.
In district court Judge Winston ruled for Mrs Julia Race in a suit to reform a mortgage and correct the property description. The docket also covers William Kelliher vs James O Keefe and C F Eccleston, F L St Jean over a fence claimed as a public highway. The fence dispute centers on Mill Creek land and the county order to tear it down. The case remains at issue and ready for trial.
Special Dispatch to the Standard from Missoula reports seven suspects swore they spent time during a robbery at a St. Regis saloon where they allegedly danced with and bought drinks for women. Sheriff Graham issued warrants for W. G. A. Swanson and Gust Swanson. both were arrested. Some alibis failed. Regis men are said to be minors. Campbell and Swanson may face a double charge. The seven were charged with robbing a Northern Pacific box car Sunday night. A note warns ranch trespassers will be prosecuted.
Election of officers will be held Friday September 3 at the union office. Members must present their cards before voting. Polls open from am to pm. Dan J Leary, Rec Sec’y.
Charles F Munson, formerly a resident of Anaconda where he worked as a machinist, died at St Patrick's hospital after a self inflicted wound in jail following a period of delirium and debauch. He was a Spanish American War veteran and leaves a son Alfred aboard the Chester.
A fragment notes Dr. Cook's homecoming national event with a reference to glacial ice. It hints at shoal places or low lying islands, suggesting coastal or glacier informed themes without full context. The readable text emphasizes exploration or hazard areas linked to ice and geography.
London report recalls Shackleton disputing Cook's north pole dash while noting the debate rages over distance and feasibility. Royal Geographical Society figures weigh in with cautious support and skepticism, citing ice conditions and travel rates amid fresh Arctic memories. Admiral Melville, at 68, adds perspective from three Arctic expeditions.
Philadelphia September 2 Dr Edwin S Huson says the polar regions may hold future commercial value but Rear Admiral George Melville retired questions the Cook north pole dispatches. He does not accuse Cook personally yet sees no new findings in the reported story and cites expedition costs.
Brussels reports enthusiasm from Belgian press over Dr. Cook discoveries. He joined the Belgica expedition to the teuth pole after a last moment cable request from New York. Cook served as physician photographer and scientist aiding the crew and uplifting morale on difficult days.
An all Irish rugby match is arranged for this evening at the lumber yard grounds to settle a wager between famed players. Cork captain John Sullivan and Belfast leader Walter McKellvey will coach opposing sides with 12 per side and a hospital corps. A large list of players is named, and the event promises a rugged contest with challenges to the winning team and memorial nods for those who fall.
A jumble of local announcements from Milwaukee including theater and dance plans, shop sales, visits, and social events. Mentions a Missoula resident in Anaconda, Butte visitors, Park dances, and varied advertisements for umbrellas, china, and dressmaking. Community notices cover postmaster, engineers, and local officials, plus a church confirmation class and an evening entertainment. Prices shown for goods and events reflect era commerce.
Winnipeg observers at the British Association meeting agree the sole credible evidence Cook could bring is his astronomical notes. Professors Bauer and Duncan Johnstone express belief Cook may have reached the pole, noting upcoming observations and scientific gains from his long study of auroras and polar phenomena.
Seattle reporters recount how Labra dor Esquimaux at the world’s fair celebrated Dr. Cook as the discoverer of the pole. They note Peary’s guide Enutseak criticizes explorers for claiming credit, while Esquimaux prefer Cook’s achievement.
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