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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Apr 06, 1908
Page
9
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Butte residents and visitors are noted in this compact column. A parade of individuals from Helena, Billings, Whitehall, Anaconda, Bozeman, Missoula and beyond gather for dental visits, business, and social calls at local hotels and offices. Names include Dr. Johnston, J. A. Balcomb, A. Monzo Stith, W. B. Rodgers, Avery, and Mrs Shearer with mentions of the Thornton and Standard office, the First May arrivals at the P O News stand, and a birth announced for Mr. and Mrs. Alexander Blewett.
Excerpt recounts Dick Dwyer describing the night of the confrontation with Detective Murphy on West Broadway. Dwyer explains the planned duel with rival Tess and his intent to defend himself after being pressured. He details the sequence, his mistaken belief about the attacker, and the injury to his hand.
The first brigade of veterans arrives Wednesday at noon for the encampment lasting through Thursday Friday and Saturday. Grand Army members and wives from Great Falls Bilge and Helena will join delegates from Montana cities. Officials promise one of the most successful and enjoyable encampments with elaborate preparations for entertainment.
Deputy Sheriff John Larnicote halted an incipient Centerville burglary and captured F Sullivan in the act of “cleaning out” two dinners. Sullivan, about 25, is jailed facing a felony charge. Earlier reports note he carried a shoulder bag with booze. He slept through last night, unaware of the burglary charge awaiting him.
Sophia Helmstetter aged 11, German native and Butte resident of 15 years, died after a brief heart illness. Survived by sister Mrs. Julia Nash of Syracuse. She was a Red Cross member and German Lutheran Church member. No funeral arrangements yet. flowers omitted. Funeral for Hugel Conky to be held this afternoon at 64 South Main, then St John’s Episcopal Church with services by Rev. Mr. Blackiston.
A rare football match between England and Svol land in Glasgow in April drew many attendees including officials and notable figures. The event ended in a draw and tensions led to scattered disturbances with several arrests.
Hagel Kirk Tage outings at the tonderlab. Wile arrested enagh y vastardiy morning charged with robbing Mila Bouch ét fl at her establishment at No 6 in the ARG terrace. Rev A Hamilton, Wing on Marth Idaho sleat, taken into custody by Retective Tarkti on nm warrant awarn to by Mrs Hamilton. Allegedly Hamilton was inning 4 gun with Weate on NA chips no final life wife when the officer appeared on the stone.
Detective John P. Murphy, shot in a duel with Richard Dwyer on West Broadway, showed brighter prospects as physicians reported no major internal damage. The left breast wound is the most dangerous, but no clear evidence of severe hemorrhage or bowel injury was found. doctors cautious about final outcome. Family and officers remained at his side amid hopeful reports and constant hospital vigilance.
Montana Optical Co advertises cheap eyeglasses with frames and lenses offered at $250 to $440 below regional prices. It touts a licensed optometrist, free consultation, and guaranteed efficiency. The shop claims on‑site grinding with quick lens replacement within hours and stresses comfort and proper fit.
A late night derailment near Welch’s spur derailed the Pony Limited as the engine failed to navigate a curve near a trestle. Passengers scrambled for safety while one man shouted warnings, a passenger’s suitcase and the Standard vanished amid chaos, and several people escaped with minor injuries and none killed.
Alpha council of Fondo vows meeting at Miners Hall in Tinton Hall on Wednesday April 9. Councilor Po Leogowell will attend, with W M Bennetts and Am Wh Lay nch listed as worthies. Funeral notice for Dr Lynelt at 128 Anaconda Road tomorrow morning then St Mary's Church. Optometrist offers lenses and frames at 50 cents for duplicating lenses.
Story reports a man accused of horse theft being mistaken for a known driver. an officer confronted the man at a store and nearly arrested him before realizing the error. The real horse thief had not yet been caught, while O’Donnell drew attention at the hack stand.
John Darragh, a native of County Antrim Ireland, dies at his Centerville residence 163 Missoula Avenue. He was 72 years old and lived in Butte 29 years. Survived by wife and eight children, all residents of Butte. Children named: Accle, Joseph, John, Robert, Ed Syord, Francis, Georgy, Milas Winnifred. Member of Gaelic Knights of Arieken and lodge. No funeral arrangements announced.
The well known residents and the family mourn the death of Montgomery Muptxomery at age seven. Funeral arrangements are pending as relatives prepare to honor the child.
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