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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1903
Page
7
Fragmentary account recalls M'Arthur and Dotson executed on the same scaffold amid a courtroom drama. Witnesses describe guards, taunting, and the condemned comforts. The report notes testimony and reaction from relatives, including emotional scenes with garments of a dead son.
Missoula discusses mounting a vote on purchasing the water works as a citizens party faction pushes to set the date and establish the registration procedures for a speacial election. The ordinance outlines who may vote by roll call and the election manager's role in guiding the process.
Missoula Sept 17 The Northern Pa report extensive yard work in Missoula with new track alignments on the south side and a full length extension of the yard. An automatic weigher watch will be installed this fall, improving freight handling and yard efficiency.
In the fragment the freight on the Spokane route is weighed at a local branch. Wagons and cars are weighed on a platform, with weights recorded and stamped seals. A guard oversees the process as clerks handle freight charges and standard rates from Missoula.
A 28 year old single man named Brennan fell about 2 p.m. at the Mission Lumber yard in Missoula injuring his side and shoulder. He was scraped and wounds treated at the hospital. doctors reported possible bone damage but no confirmation yet.
Local notes report Hills Sedman’s return from the ER to home near Butte and mentions Commodore J. R. Shields of Stevensville visiting. W. O. A. Cook and two others were temporarily removed from jury service. Several arrivals and social events are noted including a dance invitation by the Kootenai Rampers and Flynn purchasing Muckeetvon property. A fire or hunting incident is described with a coyote encounter and a buggy scare.
A suspect identified as Trahant appeared in court on a taint of a neighbor’s claim that he shot and killed the neighbor's dog. He refused bond, failing to appear, leading Judge Hayes to forfeit the bond and issue a warrant for his arrest. In other local notes two teachers have resigned from a city school, Miss Garter and Miss Dav, with Miss Davis taking a first-year position and Miss Herman leaving a prior role.
Local reports reveal a controversial case in Missoula involving a dog attack on two children and a reaction by residents. Investigators weigh charges against a defendant named Vicintis and assess the keeper's responsibility amid community concerns.
A damaged OCR fragment from Missoula mentions attendance and years of service. The readable text is garbled but references Mike Wywereity, regional names, and a deputy context. The piece seems to describe an attendance event with unclear details and dates.
A new post route is planned to pass through more densely settled areas, with a northern line from the Stowenavilly area to stay near the river and cross to the west side. The service seeks to improve deliveries for communities along the Burnt Fork and surroundings, with carrier changes announced and standard engraved notice details.
Mantine division reports disruption of Copper City line from Missoula to Tulie and Missoula. No.4 will stop at Bonner Clinton Bonita Nimrod Hearmouth Deammond Cold Crowk for passengers to Garrigon Lagan and Billings area. No. local service between Garrison Missoula Clinton to tag station. No changes to arrivals or departures of Copper City Limited.
In September at Trout Creek Miswonta a road start marks a new freight terminal project for Northern Pacific. The rapid construction aims to finish soon on the line south of Unothermarket. Officials report progress and anticipated completion ahead of schedule.
A fragmented 18th century account recounts a woman’s intrusion into a Dublin lodge in 1745, where she witnessed and allegedly participated in secret rites. The narrative links her to Aldworth and details her being confined by lodge members and pressed to swear oaths, with later broader allusions to Masonry and European events.
The district court reports a divorce granted to Xaviar Michaud from Mithwad on desertion and lack of support with custody arrangements for the youngest child. A separate case, Carl Dowdell vs Joseph L. Young, adjourned for leave to amend and take under advisement. Additional actions include state versus Victor Danejun with added names to the information and an amended complaint forthcoming.
Sept 16 Philipsburg social items show Miss Mary Huffman recovering from peritonitis and appendicitis. Chief Frank Winninghof leaves on a two week prospecting trip to Quigley. Justice Peter Gallagher visits Butte. Mrs WJ Hansen visits relatives in Great Falls. Prof Harry Campbell attends court in Quigley. Cemetery service noted for Stephens family. Messenger Holton vacations at Sheridan. Hunting success in Lock Creek area with McHale and Carlisle. Mrs Frank C Pierce visits Great Falls relatives. Nelle Clark and sister Myrtle attend Holee Idaho reunion. City schools opened Sept 2 with many pupils to enroll. district census lists 862 residents of school age. Judge Napton convenes trial jury. James Frye pleads guilty to theft from a woman and sentenced to one year. Ike Saunders case heard.
In Atasenla Bewl W Marie Adams, shot weeks ago, lies in hospital with a leg injury and morphine dependence. Doctors fear morphine addiction may worsen as he endures pain while awaiting treatment. The patient shows signs of decline and the hospital staff work to ease suffering despite grave prognosis.
Fragmented text indicates a saga surrounding a Mrs Noden and Soden with references to Miragila and Veletia. A governor's action, a mountain boundary, and a legal or investigative pursuit are hinted, with unclear names and dates. The passage suggests a wartime era style inquiry into an alleged missing person case and related political tension.
A fire at Livel Works Bancietsee in Kept WeeMire today destroyed the alae works of Reanels mit, with surrounding structures damaged. The blaze killed Merbert Loainert and injured Garrlek while Pry, the Treie, and others were reportedly present. Mt Johnsburg Vermont records confirm the incident occurred in September.
Sept. 1 Helena reports Norman Lorpaley arrested after a night attack on the 12-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jack Manver of 119 Lawrence Street. Investigating officer Sergeant Hay noted the victim was found exhausted after being drugged in Centramack. Lorpaley surrendered later that afternoon. The girl’s parents were notified. she recovered at home as police continued inquiry into the attempted assault and related events.
Lincoln Nebraska Wag Jid nisbin a Young somaty wyay of the Com Ws found here in his offer early this morning. He turned on three Kua Jets fumes provided his tte left two notes sublerted that Tawar zt viet of fespamiteney. In misston Wan 2 years wheige quid avell known in Omaha and mn Ralsasity. He was a member of the IneVtance drin ord. Mr Rmiston & Son. Members off the family believe there was a day at Tairio when he wis Haappointed.
London and Chicago dispatches report Sir Thomas Lipton improving after hospital visits and a series of consultations. Dr. Thomas Revell described his condition as satisfactory and stable with no immediate complications. physicians expect further updates after daily evaluations.
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