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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Sep 29, 1902
Page
12
Missoula notes rapid 18 month growth at western city edge. Prairie land repurposed to cottages with yards and shade trees as cemetery proximity recedes. Lettmey milling plant expands development. railway stock yards relocate south with major track modifications and future doubling of yard capacity.
Cleo Brownell of Anaconda arrives with the fast pacer Jib for the side-wheeler class at the Missoula fairgrounds. The entry targets the big money, drawing attention among the ar rivals on the scene.
Missoula reports the final day of the sun cure service on the Bitter Root branch. The sun cure, famed for dependability, ran three hours late due to heavy freight traffic and increased business.
The first class service debuted tonight as Conductor Woodson led the new passenger train up the valley. Conductor Charles Searls will oversee the new freight train on the branch. The dress goods department has doubled its space. Golden Rule promises customer satisfaction.
A large barn owned by John Robertson two miles southeast of Stevensville burned Saturday evening. It held 35 tons of hay 125 boxes of apples harness and agricultural gear and conveyances. Two horses were saved but the contents were destroyed. Loss about 200 and no insurance. Origin unclear but suspected sparks from a pipe.
Delegates return from the Great Falls trip while Joseph M. Dixon, the Congressional nominee, did not arrive with the group. He is expected tomorrow to receive a public reception from admirers and friends in Missoula. Mail orders go to the Golden Rule in Missoula.
Missoula, Sept 98 court will open tomorrow at HT imilten with Judge Webster presiding. Attorneys Woody Murray Parsons and others traveled up the valley tonight. Millinery bargains offered at Dono hue's featuring large stock.
Missoula on Sept 8 witnessed the dedication of a German Lutheran church across the river. Rev Gustav Mertz welcomed attendees in German and the service featured a sermon by Rev M Hudtloff of Butte and an afternoon German sermon by Rev H Mertz of Helena. An English service followed with Rev Wachsmuth of Kalispell. Regular services will continue at the new edifice.
Missoula September 28 The Western Montana fair opens Tuesday noon with hopes for a record crowd. Exhibits will be larger and crops better with fruit vegetables grain and hay quality first class. Local candidates in Missoula county will be showcased as a notable attraction alongside prize livestock draught horses and driving horses. The Northern Pacific offers one fare round trip and Bonner mills close for a day while Bitter Root branch adds fast trains. Donohue Co. invites visitors to combine pleasure with profit at the fair.
Missoula reports a Northern Pacific fireman suffered shoulder and arm injuries when crushed between two cars at Garrison today. He was transported to Missoula for surgical care.
Missoula reports Mr. Margaret Daly and his daughter returning from a summer at their ranch in the Valley and leaving Missoula tonight for Anaconda.
Missoula readers expressed appreciation as The Sunday Standard hit stands four hours ahead of rivals, delivering news early and earning praise from the community in the Missoula market.
Missoula on September 21 reports a meeting of the county Democratic central committee to outline campaign rampage plans. Definite actions hinge on state committee directions with possible outside speakers visiting Missoula County. Both major party congressional candidates hail from the county and generate local interest.
Missoula report notes Joe Woodford has little time in town over the past weeks. He supervises the Littl Pittsburg mine in Spring Gulch and reports steady profits and regular shipments. With continued development more properties in his district are expected to become productive.
A large fruit display organized by Thomas McClain and neighbors around Carlton will show apples pears plums and crab apples. The exhibit aims to advertise the valley rather than compete for prizes and is described as the largest ever shown at a local fair. Longely, heavy transferring, city hall.
L S Jones post trader at Ronan on Flathead Reservation died at Marrick's hospital Missoula after two days of intense brain trouble. Born Terre Haute Indiana 1860 he served in the first United States cavalry and Indian wars. His widow remains ill and funeral plans are indefinite as officials pursue the Bates case with a personal letter from Mayor Low to Chief Titus.
In Missoula on September 28 J M Fox of this city suffered serious injuries on a train home from the coast. He was standing in the Pullman reaching for his coat when a sudden lurch threw him over the seat, injuring his back and bruising a leg. He was taken to the railway hospital and will be confined for some time.
The body of Section Foreman Johnson of the Northern Pacific at Tuscer was brought to Missoula after being struck by an eastbound express. He died before the train reached Plains. Coroner Myers will hold an inquest Monday at the Standard office.
In Missoula on September 28 officers arrested six men tied to raids on chicken houses in the School section. Five escaped in the darkness. The accused are to be tried on Monday.
A well attended session in the Stoddard and Ross office heard the Ways and Means committee plan for the county GOP battle. The gathering outlined resources and strategy to carry on the campaign.
Missoula report on September 28 says Dr Brown was summoned to Lothrop for Mrs Sherman wife of Engineer Sherman of the Big Blackfoot mill. Mrs Sherman is critically ill with pneumonia.
The St. Regis mining district near Saltese in Montana reports expectant gains with increased employment and ore shipments. At Packer creek Tarbox Mining Company, manager Dixon advances work, reaching a lead and drifting on a rich ore body, believed by inspectors to be among the best in Western Montana.
A Missoula resident, recently settled here after visiting many Montana towns, lauds the city for its climate, surroundings, and solid growth. He predicts Missoula will become the state's best city and urges continued development, noting its extensive resources. Colder weather prompts talk of warmer clothing from Donohue's.
Missoula reports an upcoming fair featuring Montana flour produced by local mills. The exhibit aims to prove the quality of state grown wheat and Montana labor. The exhibition hall allotment favors flour mills and machinery shows, attracting buyers from city and country alike.
Andrew Frickson of Hamilton aged 45 died today at Sisters hospital after a brief illness of pneumonia. He had no known relatives in this country. The remains are at Marsh’s undertaking rooms.
A brief note highlights the Golden Rule department shop as a busy millinery outlet with fashionable hats offered at lower prices than elsewhere.
A fierce storm struck Santa Marta and surrounding areas in Sicily on Sept 28 causing widespread destruction. Modica Sortino and surrounding towns suffered many drownings and house collapses with total damages estimated over 2.3 million dollars. Ships were damaged at Messina and rail traffic disrupted.
Charles A. Bates of Washington hires private detectives to search for his son, Dr. William H. Bates, who vanished from 567 Park Avenue on August 30. Bates Sr. hopes for results and plans travel to Wesley, Massachusetts, to assist the inquiry.
In Aiken county, county treasurer Hammond announces he will meet taxpayers only at rail reachable points due to six highway robberies and no arrests. He warns it would be unsafe to travel county roads as in the past. Prominent visitors like the Whitneys Astors and English peers will be advised by papers tomorrow.
Forsyth September 28 Republicans held their nominating county convention. Legislative candidates are Doctor A Wilson for senator and William Bray for representative.
Dynamite exploded under the steps of Columbus Walton's residence on South Street in St Joseph causing major structural damage while the Walton family escaped unharmed. Police have no crew.
One hundred New York girls, guided by Ariel Mitchelson of Tariffville, arrive in Hartford to prime leaf and string tobacco on laths. The plan, aimed at uniform leaf sizes, may extend into next spring with warehouse sorting work as a follow up.
A dapper young man from Rye travels to Newark to visit charming girls and asks a stranger for a loan claiming embarrassment. The stranger doubts him until a check reveals the pocketbook was left in his other trousers, exposing the tale as a setup. Jones is described as a heavy tobacco user while denoting a vegetarian lifestyle.
A character named Miss Fevere admonishes a seaside flirtation, challenging its sweetness. The line hints at social dynamics and moral judgment within a Catholic context reflected by the Catholic Standard and Times. The brief exchange suggests a conflict between romance and propriety.
Miss Pert notes the sea breeze left George’s mustache noticeably salty after last evening, sparking curiosity about the coastal scene and its peculiar effect on his facial hair.
Jack laments Miss Jones’s rejection while Tom consoles him and notes there are others. Jack expresses remorse for the girl. Tom encourages resilience and hints at future chances despite the sadness.
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