Robert E. Jones papers 1890-1981

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Robert E. Jones papers 1890-1981

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Robert E. Jones was a longtime resident of Missoula, Montana and served as president of the Missoula Chamber of Commerce. He was active in the public campaign to build three new bridges over the Clark Fork River, influencing the growth of Missoula. This collection contains general information, correspondence, committee materials, newspaper clippings, and photographs related to the Missoula County Citizens Bridge Committee, Phi Sigma Kappa, and the Missoula Brewing Company.

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University of Montana--Missoula Maureen and Mike Mansfield Library Archives and Special Collections

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Missoula Brewing Company

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The Garden City Brewing Company first opened in Missoula, Montana, in 1895 and was located at the base of Waterworks Hill. Its incorporating officers were Joseph Steiger, Joseph Redle, and Paul Gerber. It was reported to have a capital stock of $75,000 and an operating capacity of 15,000 barrels per year in 1900. The brewery was known for its Extra Pole Bohemian beer. There was action to sell the brewery to the Western Seed Company in March 1922 that did not go through. ...

Missoula County Citizens Bridge Committee

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Phi Sigma Kappa

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Jones, Robert E., 1912-1998

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Robert E. Jones was born in 1912 near Rattlesnake Creek in Missoula, Montana, and resided there until his death in 1998 at the age of 86. Jones attended the University of Montana--Missoula and graduated in 1934. During his college years, Jones joined the Phi Sigma Kappa fraternity and continued his involvement in the organization for many decades. Later, Jones was involved in issues related to Missoula’s growth. He was a notable leader and consultant in the construction and support of the Hoerne...