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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Sep 23, 1908
Page
10
James S. Twohy died after a period of ill health. The funeral was held in Spokane with family and friends in attendance. He was a longtime member of the naval contracting community and lived in California before moving to Washington. His widow, Amy Twohy, survives him along with other relatives. The obituary notes his quiet character and service.
Fragmentary OCR recounts a railroad construction magnate from Farerang County and his family. It mentions Twohy Bros and large scale works, a later death and estate matters, with scattered names and places including West Superior Wisconsin and Chicago. The text blends biography, property, and legal note fragments.
An OCR fragment outlines the Synod of Montana convening with Ladies Synodical Society activities. The schedule features services on Friday Saturday and Sunday evenings, devotional and mission programs, and addresses by Miss Grenn and other delegates. The event includes clerical visits, congregational meetings, and reports on conditions, treasurer duties, and young people’s work.
The Deer Lodge County Fair begins with livestock displays and exhibits arriving for judging. Exhibitors will inspect grounds and booths as officials set up, with a morning program and contests to engage the public and showcase cattle, swine, poultry, and farm displays.
A large crowd attended the Missoula fair with a busy racing program. Judges faced delays as horses and events, including a liveliness parade, drew attention while stalls and exhibits were examined. Tomorrow features a sale at Coeur dAieie and a featured livestock parade with a full racing card.
The Margaret Theater announces a new comedy featuring notable actors led by Joseph Jefferson as Ble Laindis Trigger. Reviews praise the ensemble and production values, promising a lively, stylish performance in a venue drawing audiences from New York and Philadelphia. Repertory notes cite engagements in major cities as part of a strong touring schedule.
The death of Edna Gnose is attributed to diphtheria. The report notes a grave illness, a funeral planned with Baptist Sunday school parishioners, and mournful remarks about the child’s death. Details mention family sorrow and the public notice of the service.
A jumble of notices and short items lists sales, meetings, church events, and personal notes. Mentions Verherkmors beer at the Mint, Capper souvenirs, and a piano sale at 210 East Park. Also references weddings, sermons, and travel, with several names and places scattered through the page.
A report from Sept 2201 details two brakemen Brakemen Misaki and Arnel who confessed to involvement in a freight incident. They admitted guilt after authorities, including Deputy Sheriff Tolekett, intervened, with both men previously employed by the Southern Pacific.
A fragmented dispatch outlines Powell County Democratic selections and endorsements. It lists candidates including seniors and local officials, with references to county offices and party conventions, indicating expected terms and party support.
A report from Wallace and Missoula districts indicates Mother Superior Gloria is to be offered supervision of Catholic eeling matters amid typhoid fever cases. The Wallace Hospital notes swelling doubts about recovery as typhoid fever spreads lives in the region.
Fragmented local notes report on Hamilton area correspondents, revival meetings, and various residents' travel and visits. Mentions of religious gatherings, returning travelers Ralph Rookwed and Dr P Bunga, and relations with relatives. Unclear details and several garbled phrases obscure precise events.
The report lists several visitors and arrivals: Wilwar Christie stayed two weeks at John L. Carlson's home and left yesterday for Oil, J. Howley, Charles Granke, Reander, and Joe Reande traveled to St. Regis for an indefinite stay. C. O. Habieht of Lincoln Nebraska arrived at the hotel last night. Walter Norton returned from Mississippi after several days away. Miss Di Bond retired Weight visited her parents in Victor. CG Hagan, based at Totem, joined commercial travelers. Maxian Macanttor, Frank Warner of Sieversville, and Adolily Bless cayne appeared for short visits, with Gr. Rebey arriving from Chicago to Ravall hotel.
An obscure reminiscence describes a pale girl and a raven as causes of a chain of nerves and headaches. The blurred text recalls coffee’s warming effect and a long struggle with indigestion and fatigue. A narrator mentions a postwar park, a turn toward energy, and a changing mood.
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