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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Sep 24, 1907
Page
19
Jeweler A B Frost files a district court action against M Millaner seeking 5400 dollars for defamation of character. The suit claims Millaner falsely labeled Frost a thief and caused him to lose jewelry trade opportunities in Anaconda.
The Margaret theater schedules The Cow Pancher for Wednesday September 25 with Hal Reid praised for its West flavored drama. Next Thursday September 26 The Prince Chap by Edward Peple arrives with Cyril Scott leading an acclaimed Broadway cast and a run of 209 performances in New York.
Transit officials announce a schedule of buses every 20 minutes from 9 a.m. to 7 30 p.m. with additional afternoon service to accommodate visitors during the county fair.
County Commissioner Kirley was brought to Dr. J. M. Sligh's office yesterday with a broken leg. The injury occurred while loading timber onto a wagon about six miles west of the city. He was taken to St. Ann's Hospital.
From the New York Evening Post Silas Wright is noted as the only man to decline a presidential or vice presidential nomination after it was made. The article recalls his stance taken 63 years ago and keeps his place in history.
The Anaconda area anticipates a record Deer Lodge county fair with livestock exhibits more than doubling last year and a larger poultry show. Officials led by Secretary Martin work to showcase home production, with extensive displays planned in agricultural, horticultural, dairy, and industrial sections. Track events promise five races daily, speed contests, and anticipated arrivals of high quality horses and pacers.
Thomas Kemp and George Likes, both prominent Missoula residents, secretly secured licenses and wed Miss Rhoda Sperry and Miss Winifred Kemp in a late ceremony. The couples celebrated at a cafe with family and friends, and word spread quickly as city officials confirmed the surprising nuptials.
The funeral for Michael O'Leary is delayed by a couple of hours to allow a son traveling from Salt Lake to arrive. The service now begins with a requiem high mass at 11 o'clock at St Paul’s church after a change from the planned 8:30 departure to 10:30 this morning.
Various city notices including births marriages and visits. G F Bartlett of Butte and H W Gabriel of Dillon travel, St Marks guild gathering at Dewey hall, announcements of births at 110 West Sixth and 423 West Park, and a public social at 2 30 p m.
Frank Day, custodian of the Montana state capitol in Helena, was in Missoula yesterday with boyhood friends J. B. Harder and L. J. Wright and plans to return to Helena tomorrow. The Western Montana fair’s fair and racing committee began paying premiums and obligations, with receipts sufficient to liquidate all debts. Mr. and Mrs. Jasper M. Wood and daughter Mrs. Florence Woodman, with baby Catherine, left Missoula for Seattle and other western points, planning a year away, with Mrs. Woodman spending months on the coast. H. H. Howard of the Bozeman Chronicle visits family in Missoula before joining his wife in Bozeman. J. C. Reynolds, formerly of Missoula and now in Portland, Ore., says Missoula feels like home again and notes growth. Ralph Latimer, son of J. R. Latimer, fractured his leg at Thompson ranch, O Keefe canyon, and is resting after Dr. Buckley set the bone.
After six years of research H Monge and Arzano of Brussels perfected metallizing flowers and delicate objects for decorative purposes. They claim bronze plated items rival real bronze in appearance and texture, at one eighth the cost, with baths lasting 24 to 72 hours.
In Missoula the court convened with seven civil cases and several criminal matters. Edward Thomas admitted guilt to petit larceny and received 30 days. Ira Vert was jailed on a warrant after being accused of beating his wife at their north side home.
County commissioners approved a retail liquor license for A Brule and L Gange to operate a saloon at De Borgia. They also ordered Missoula County Superintendent Miss Retta Barnes to be reimbursed $200 for her share of the joint teachers institute expenses with Ravalli County, starting Sept 30. The Marceau petition was considered.
From the Chicago Journal a scientist warns that liquor affects eyesight and can cause double vision. The humorous aside notes the drinker may misread or misperceive what he sees as intoxication alters perception.
The county board tabled a change in Grass Valley road for further consideration. Viewers' report on the Ed Rohkramer petition was received, examined, and approved. A hearing for adverse interests is scheduled for Sept 30 at 10 am, with the board adjourning without date.
Missoula district court opened with Judge Myers presiding. The trial of William Brown resulted in a guilty verdict for first degree assault with a two year sentence in state prison after a shooting wounded a bystander. Several other cases include Smith, Kelley, Mitchell, Mancinilli and Wilson with arraignments and pending pleas.
Missoula dated September 23 reports the commissioners appraising damages in the railroad case against Dan Mc Quarrie and others. McQuarrie land sought 7.13 acres valued at 1 426 dollars with improvements 7 655 dollars and damages 2 500 dollars totaling 11 581 dollars. Other defendants Peter Anderson and wife own 2.77 acres with total award 64 dollars. Commissioners were P. J. Kline J. M. Rhoades and W. H. Rock.
Missoula authorities detained two men described as insane. A. L. Miller, from Lolo, appeared nonviolent but disturbed, awaiting examination. A second man, believed to be J. C. Lucy, was more violent and kept closely confined overnight.
A Washington Post reflection notes a shift where luxury becomes a measure of what we cannot easily afford, redefining what counts as essential in contemporary life. The piece frames this ironic stance as a commentary on consumer culture and economic reality.
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