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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Apr 03, 1901
Page
7
The article notes rising interest in a range of hair ornaments offered in Serling Silver Genuine Shell Gold Plate and Solid Gold. Prices vary from one dollar up to 15 dollars with solid gold praised for lasting value while plated options mimic quality.
A prominent Butte businessman urges the new city clerk to demand standard scales testing as required by state law. He warns merchants using untested weights risk faulty bills and cites prior criminal and civil cases over disputed measurements. The county already has testing scales, but the city lacks equipment. He advocates uniform testing and immediate requisition of scales for enforcement.
The column lists rental pianos by Orton Bros and Dr Heine at 401 Hennessy block, shopkeepers like Madame Barker Herbert at 26 West Quartz, and professionals such as Dr W C Orr and Dr Arthur G Allan. It notes trains to Anaconda, a new marriage license for George H Moore and Margaret Naughton, and upcoming lectures by Hon John Finerty. It mentions Mrs Thomas O Regan’s death, and market mentions including cigars, liquors, and ship of champagnes by Montana Liquor Co.
A U S court seeks to remove fences from public land in Yellowstone county. Antonio Julianna of Anaconda is declared bankrupt by Judge Knowles with liabilities of 1601.98 and assets 241, claimed exempt. Court adjourns until Monday.
Copies of a last proclamation by Aguinaldo before his capture by General Funston are printed in the Filipino Anti-Europa. Dated January 17, 1901 and published March 10 1901 the document denounces alleged imperialist cruelties in Manila and prescribes prisoner exchanges and penalties for traitors and federalists across occupied Philippines.
Frank Dugan argues he has served sufficient time and seeks release from jail. The article notes his claims of rehabilitation and references sentencing details and prior conduct. Actions by his lawyer and potential court decision are described as pending.
Judge Harney's court continues the Butte Land & Investment Co. v Merriman case with defense resting and plaintiff rebuttal under way. Judge Clancy sets April 6 for the habeas corpus hearing of Frank Dugan who seeks release after months in jail for alleged harassment. County commissioners refuse to offer a reward for the Boulevard murder suspect Farley due to expense and likely discharge. Demurrers are filed in fraud and receiver cases against E. H. Wilson related to Minnie Healey mine and Boston & Montana suits.
Nancy Crutchfield testifies of bruised spots and a broke nose from an alleged assault by Bob Jefferson. Judge Arnold questions the claims as Nancy points to injuries and demands arrest, but the court only issues a warrant as of last night with Jefferson still at large.
Tickets for the Butte, Anaconda and Pacific railway are now on sale to Anaconda and all stations between at the Great Northern ticket office on 41 North Main Street. Time card and freight rate information cheerfully furnished.
J. R. Wharton, head of the local weather bureau, returned to work and hoisted the fair weather signal. A heavy snowstorm followed, knee deep for newsboys, as rumors spread that his illness had ended and he was back on duty. The public hopes he avoids further “kinks” and miscalls in the forecast.
J. W. Percy stood trial in Judge O'Connor's Walkerville court for passing bogus shin plaster currency. A jury sentenced him to 10 days in jail or a $20 fine after he attempted to pass two fused bills at James Lambros's restaurant on East Galena street. The case drew a large crowd and mixed humor with the courtroom drama.
L D Beary completed negotiations with the state land and irrigation commission to build a large ditch in northern Lewis and Clarke county to reclaim thousands of acres. He departed for Augusta to begin work after bond approval and issuance of about $130,000 in arid land bonds to him as progress proceeds.
Thomas C. Bach of Helena, John Berkin of Boulder, and James W. Donovan of Helena are among visitors in Butte. Others include F. H. Marsh from Helena, A. R. McDonald Whitehall, H. Yaeger from Helena, and Victor Johnson of Livingston. Local business people such as T. J. Walsh, E. H. Talcott, and P. McDonald are also noted in town on various affairs.
Robert H. Walsh of Sheridan Wyoming, an agent for the English government, arrived in Helena to inspect Montana stock and plan carload purchases. Since January about 2,000 Eastern Montana and Wyoming horses have shipped to Cape Town for English mounted infantry, praised for agility on the veldt.
United States District Attorney Rodgers today began a suit in Helena seeking enforcement of federal law. The action targets alleged violations and seeks appropriate remedies in federal court.
London reports the Duke of Devonshire chairing Barrow Hematite Steel Company meetings warns that British rails orders in 1900 totalled less than half of the four prior years. He cites competition and weaker demand as rails fall short and buyers delay awaiting lower prices.
The Vienna Times correspondent flags serious signs of growing revolutionary movements in Russia. He cites sanguinary disturbances in Dialystok with rioting extending beyond students. He cautions the domestic turmoil will not immediately affect Russia's foreign policy.
Special Dispatch reports in Great Falls on April 2 that Alderman W. U. H. Pitwood has resigned after moving to Salt Lake. H. H. Mattison, elected to the First ward, will serve until the new council seats are filled. Both are Republicans.
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