EXTRA! Montana Newspaper Stories 1864-1922: University of Montana's founding

As soon as Montana became a state in 1889, the legislature set out to establish a state university. Missoula city leaders gave up a bid to become the state capital in exchange for becoming the site of the university.

Key dates

February 1893—After a debate over whether existing colleges should be consolidated, Missoula was appointed as the location for the University of Montana.
September 1895—Classes begin with an initial enrollment of nearly 100.

From the newspapers

• The Senate, Helena Independent, January 11, 1893, p. 8
• For the Fourth Time, Helena Independent, January 15, 1893, p. 8
• The State University, Helena Independent, January 17, 1893, p. 5
• The University Bill, Helena Independent, February 01, 1893, p. 5
• Should Feel Proud, Anaconda Standard, June 13, 1895, p. 6
• University of Montana, Anaconda Standard, July 14, 1895, p. 6
• At the University, Anaconda Standard, August 18, 1895, p. 6
• Reached the Limit, Anaconda Standard, September 16, 1895, p. 6
• At the Big School, Anaconda Standard, October 17, 1895, p. 10

To find more

Search for these terms in combination, proximity, or as phrases: university, oscar j. craig