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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Sep 12, 1902
Page
14
Advertising rates and services are offered by the Western Montana office of the Standard located at 110 West Main street in Missoula. Phone number and details furnished on request.
A large lot of two dozen sample suits from a major manufacturer is offered at wholesale-style prices. Each suit is unique, with varying prices, and marketed as the best relics of the stock. The ad urges thrifty buyers to act quickly for the best choices.
In Missoula on September 11 the district court was quieter after two days of excitement. Frank Whitman was found guilty of stealing jewelry from a Northern Pacific box car, with sentencing to be pronounced Saturday. The case boosts efforts to crack down on local theft. Separately, Henry Biden and Norman McCallister were sentenced for horse stealing at Plains, with Elden receiving two years and McCallister one. Cook, the gang leader, remains at large in the Thompson River region. The Plains stockmen hail the verdict, while Streeter won a rental dispute against Miles, with a verdict of $1.
H C Mahoney sold to Annie Mahoney lots in block 4 McWhirk's addition for 1 dollar. Walter A Hogan and wife and Lynde L Baker transferred to Andrew Johnson lots 16 17 block 40 for 950 dollars. Emma F Brandt and husband sold their ranch west of the Rattlesnake to Josephine Brooks with one third water in the Loay Brandt Hamilton ditch for 1500 dollars. Thomas Laughran located four quartz lode mining claims in St Regis district. B E Brownson wife and Annie Wanamaker sold land in Missoula county to Fannie Rathbun for 1200 dollars. George H Wilson wife and R McKachran transferred lots 5 6 7 block 4 Higgins addition to AJ Gibson for 1 dollar. Mrs Tillie Weiss sold saw timber lands in Missoula county to Samuel McKay for 2 dollars.
In Missoula C L Gildersleeve travels to Warm Springs to retrieve the body of his wife who died there from brain trouble due to a tumor. Funeral planned for Saturday after the couple recently moved from Granite to Missoula. Friends in Granite express sympathy.
The lengthy hearing of the Superior townsite contest ended today at the United States land office in Missoula. The case drew notable attention, especially along the Coeur d Alene branch, and now officers will decide the matter.
A marriage license was issued today to Charles Rel yea and Madonna Duskee in Missoula. Their wedding is slated to occur on the stage of a local concert hall, with attendance to be announced.
J. O. Hanratty leaves for Granite Idaho to establish a sawmill and begin lumber production at once after locating in Missoula on September 11.
The remains of Samuel Chapman were shipped to Nebraska after his death at the Northern Pacific hospital. Judge Chapman, his father, who had come to be with him, accompanied the body back to their old home.
During his brief stay in the city Jude Chapman has made many friends who sympathize sincerely with him in his affliction.
Missoula notes recount residents visiting from Butte and Anaconda, railroad updates on heavy freight, and community events. Highlights include A. J. Violette's city visit from Butte, a quarantine lift at Stranham residence, Odd Fellows session plans, and local staff moves.
Lillie Howard of the red light district faced a police court appearance in Missoula on a charge of extorting 19 dollars from a male visitor. The case collapsed, and she received a $19 fine for residing in a district deemed lax in morals and not conducive to good citizenship.
Missoula Sept 11 at the county jail the scene was calmer than yesterday as Burns the violent man shown signs of settling. Authorities attribute the calmer state to overindulgence and expect his balance to restore once the stimulant effects wear off.
Missoula reports a conference of supporters for a provent socialist ticket will be held Sunday in the county this fall. The gathering is expected to draw attention from voters who have not secured support on other tickets.
W H Stuart once British vice consul in Boston has been placed in Melan insane asylum at Waverley by his family amid concerns over unusual financial dealings. Notes totaling about 100 000 bearing his wife Mrs Stuart indorsements are said forged. He allegedly short in consulate accounts by 15000, offset by his father in law.
In Louisville a mass meeting of 80 citizens denounced the scheduled September 22 boxing match. Speakers urged officials including Governor Beckham and Attorney General Pratt to prevent the contest in Louisville. A committee led by Helm Bruce was formed to pursue legal action.
A worker was caught between a passing engine tender and the coal docks, resulting in crushed legs. He may have other injuries. Fellow workers rushed to help and he was taken to the hospital for treatment.
Washington dispatches summarize Mindanao Moro relations as of September with sultans and dattos debating peace versus war. Some chiefs accuse U S of dishonor, others allege forged letters by rivals. Ruffino the insurgent is active while Col Baldwin seeks friendly talks amid rising war talk.
The formal sale of Montana state lands in Kalispell drew hundreds from across the state and eastern states. Prices were high with rare hesitations, averaging about 28 per acre for prime valley tracts and up to 11.2 per acre for elite parcels.
Great Falls date line reports Attorney General withdraws an opinion that habeas corpus filings incur a $5 clerk fee. State Examiner Hudnall issued a notice on Aug 20 directing the fee, citing a statute, but the correct provision 4612 prohibits any fee for habeas corpus services. Clerk Athey receives notice that no fees will be charged.
United States Consul Gudger in Asheville reports a cable from his son in Panama stating revolutionists are advancing on the city. Government troops number about 3,000, while insurgents total roughly 6,000, making the outlook grave.
The Texas state Republican convention adjourned after a two day session. George P. Burkitt was nominated for governor and Eugene Nolte for treasurer. The gathering backed President Roosevelt, mourned McKinley, and authorized E F. H. R. Greene to supervise campaigns for two years while calling for river overflows protection and newspaper libel safeguards.
Secretary Moody ordered the battleship Wisconsin and cruiser Cincinnati to Panama and Colon to bolster U S forces. The Wisconsin will take 20 days to reach Panama. the Cincinnati about two days from Cape Haitien. The gunboat Montgomery will replace Cincinnati at Port au Prince as unrest threatens American interests.
Confirmed cholera cases and several deaths aboard the transport Sherman reported from Nagasaki. Names of the deceased are not released. The vessel likely to be quarantined about five days before sailing. Officials say measures for treatment and isolation are ample and no broader alarm is felt.
In Great Falls on September 11 Fred Gerdes was jailed 10 days for assaulting J A Fromviller crippled proprietor of the St Paul house on First avenue and Fromvillers son. Gerdes, drunk, went to lodgers rooms and lay down. When asked to call a policeman he knocked the boy down and fought him. The father aided the boy and Gerdes beat him with his fists.
In Helena on September 11, manager Jack Flannery dislocated the great toe of his right foot sliding into home plate during today's game. He likely will miss the remainder of the Tacoma series after swelling and pain prompted an examination that confirmed the dislocation at the second joint.
A cablegram from Marconi Wireless Telegraph Company of America states a perfect message was received inside Gibraltar harbor and along the entire Mediterranean coast direct from Poldhu across France Spain and the Alps with all telegrams for the king and ministry recorded on tape off Spezia.
Missoula reports Judzce N W Mc Connell of Helena spoke in Missoula claiming to seek the Democratic nomination for associate justice of the state Supreme Court. He said he has served in the state courts and deserves the appointment.
Abram S. Hewitt former mayor of New York issued a statement asserting J P Morgan would not intervene in the coal strike. He said operators would not arbitrate with John Mitchell but might consider grievances raised by their employees.
Special Dispatch reports Broadwater county Republican central committee calling a meeting for September 18 to fix primary and convention dates. Democratic primaries set for September 20 with the county convention on September 24.
Washington September 1 anniversary of President McKinley death to be observed with special services at Metropolitan M E church where he prayed while in the capital. Other churches plan memorial addresses by pastors.
Special Dispatch reports superintendent 3 D Sargent of the Great Falls public schools referenced in a Sept 11 dispatch. The missive outlines administrative actions and local education concerns affecting the district.
Missoula report states Le Keckley, a worker on the new caches, is seriously ill with pneumonia. He was staying at a local hotel when Ticket Agent Houston found him deteriorating and arranged his transfer to a hospital.
Mrs. Andrew qu fan traveled on the north coast limited eastward with the remains of Mrs. Steinberger an aunt en route to Aurora Illinois for burial. She died at Tacoma and was accompanied by her husband on the journey.
Albany awaits proclamation from Governor Oole urging pastors statewide to conduct a memorial service on Sunday marking the first anniversary of President McKinley’s death.
A young man named Harley employed at the Northern Pacific round house was injured around 11:30 at the coal docks while helping load tenders and is being treated at the railway hospital. It is understood that the exact nature of his injuries is not yet known.
Judge Hayes in the police court fined two women from West Front Street 15 dollars each. They were accused of robbery from several days ago but the charge could not be proved. a charge of running a house of ill fame was made.
Fort Benton reports that each voting precinct holds Republican primaries on Saturday September 13 1902. The party convention is scheduled for September 16 1902 with expected turnout and local party organization details.
Prescott Webb and Mrs FB Knight were married in Missoula with Rev Walter Hayes of the Presbyterian church officiating. Both residents of Carlton, Mrs Knight formerly a Missoula county schoolteacher, witnessed by a few intimate friends at city hall see Longely for heavy transferring.
The Missoula county democratic primaries will run from 5 to 7 oclock Thursday September 18. A misprint in The Standard earlier today indicated an incorrect end time.
Missoula dispatchers announce a new order effective tomorrow. The Hope office will be led by Gentry, Coa and Palmer. The Missoula office will be managed by Casper, Williams and King.
Misa Cora Kime of Somerset County won a breach of promise case against Prof. I H Buggabaugh acting president of Dunita College in Huntingdon Pa. verdict set at 9250 with damages sought 25040. The case is noted as the only known civil action among Dunkard church members.
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