Pioneer Lissner Dies After Prolonged Illness in Helena
Special Dispatch to Helena July 3 Lissner a 67 year old Montana pioneer died this forenoon at his home 25 Heate street after lingering illness and hospital surgery. Born in Poland in 1835 he migrated to the United States in 1861 and pursued mining across Georgia California Virginia City and Helena. He opened several businesses including the first restaurant in Grizzly Gulch the Lisener hotel and a large bakery later rebuilt. He served as alderman from the First ward and was famed as The Father of the First. Funeral from his residence Sunday with interment in the Jewish cemetery.
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Rival in Love Aiming at Miss Armstrong in Shelby
Miss Eva Armstrong was shot at as she neared her home in Shelby on July 31. An unknown woman fired a revolver, the bullet passing near Armstrong’s head and lodging in the house. Armstrong fainted. her brothers found her alone. Police expect results from their investigation. no arrests yet.
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Oale
Eva Armstrong
Mollie A Dunn vs Collector of Customs case settled
In Zurhorst's favor the court settled the case for 300 dollars and costs after Mollie A Dunn, once Zurhorst's housekeeper, withdrew prosecution. The suit for 20000 dollars alleged a promise and betrayal tied to political opposition. Dunn had health issues and recently became a nurse. The matter arose from events years earlier and prompted a lengthy legal battle begun over three years ago.
Statehouse and Courthouse Baseball Nine at Central Park
A Saturday game at Central Park features the statehouse nine facing the courthouse nine. Statehouse lineup includes Charter and FW Welch as pitchers, Oker catcher, Rochester first base, Patton second, Schmitt third, Schoenfeid right field, W W Welch center, Marks left, and Ryan shortstop.
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Central Park
Statehouse
Curtis
FW. Welch
Joe Oker
John Rochester
George Patton
J. P. Schmitt
Otto Schoenfeid
Feld
W.W. Welch
David Marks
J. J. Ryan
Courthouse Nine Baseball Lineup
The list names Rondon as pitcher Clements as catcher Callahan at first base Warren at second Brooke at third Pelletier at shortstop Miller in right field Hamburger in center field Duncan in left field.
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Clements
Callahan
Warren
Brooke
Pelletier
Miller
Hamburger
Duncan
Feld
Twelve Hundred Soldiers On Spot At Shenandoah Riot
A mass meeting of engineers including Hungarians Poles and Lithuanians denounced the troops deployment in Shenandoah where rioting occurred. Joseph Beddall died from injuries after last night’s clash. four policemen and several strikers were wounded but expected to recover. An official probe aims to arrest riot participants.
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Mitchell enjoined in coal land dispute at Charleston
Charleston West Virginia July 31 John Mitchell president of the United Mine Workers is enjoined by a federal court in a bill filed by Chesapeake and Ohio Coal Agency company a Jersey corporation with NY principal offices The suit names 50 coal companies operating the New River fields and about 150 union members as defendants A temporary restraining order bars interference with mine management operations or employees across mining and coke plant sites and prohibits entry and intimidation near company properties The motion for a permanent injunction is set for hearing in Charleston on November 18 1902.
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Wo Va
John Mitchell
United Mine Workers
Chesapeake & ‘Ohio Coal Agency Company
Jersey Corporation
City of
New York
New River
Oh Pcake & Ohio Railway” Company
G. W. Purcell
W. J. Wilson
John Mitchal
J. W. Carrot
Mitchell asserts Shenandoah reports exaggerated and no fatalities
In Wilkesbarre July 1 1 President AM Mitchell of the Mine Workers says official reports from Shenandoah show the Shenandoah row's danger was overstated. He notes no one was killed or fatally injured and urges deputies to stay cool to avoid further trouble. Federal Judge Keller corrects a starvation order rumor and says no order restricting mine supplies has been issued.
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Chariot
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Oxford and Cayuga Collieries Resume Work in Scranton
The Oxford colliery of the People's Coal company and the Cayuga colliery of the Delaware Lackawanna and Western company resumed operations this morning and worked all day. About 120 to 130 Oxford men and 60 Cayuga miners, all former workers, returned. Crowds gathered at dawn but police and sheriff's deputies kept order. Superintendent Crawford reported 95 percent of Oxford workers are United Mine Workers in good standing.
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Oxford
People’s Coal Company
Cayuga
Delaware, Lackawanna and Western Company
Delaware, Lackawanna and Western
Crawford
United’ Mine
Fort Benton Wool Sales Largest Amount Ever Sold in One Day
Fort Benton buyers set a new record as wool sales reached the highest daily total ever recorded in St Ye, reflecting strong demand and high prices. Local sellers noted widespread participation and steady bidding across lots.
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Prices for wool sale set record in Port Benton market
Opinions split among wool traders as 1 300 000 pounds sold in a single day to Boston buyers on special train. Prices ranged from 12 to 16 4 cents per pound with bids from Justice Bateman, Thayer, and Manning among others. Multiple consignments and vast totals listed, highlighting the day’s record volume and varying satisfaction with prices.
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Port Menton
Borton
Combine
Suimte & Dorsey
J. W. Thayer
J. C. Patterson
Justice
Bateman
Ole Johnson
Olin Muribid
Benny
Icon
John Hoase
Benton
Justman & Co
Pou
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CH. Merrill
Luce & Manning
Ti Nshland
Lotee Biro
Tod
Menton Sheep ‘Company
Lanne & Manning
Tice
Kashland
Mage
Pouniae
Thayer
A If Ryan
Koshland & Co
Labay Berri
Tine Manning
Cowan & Inda
North Montana mission opens tenth conference session
Great Falls July 31 The first regular session of the tenth annual conference of the North Montana Mission M E Church opened with a devotional service led by Rev J W Morris. Bishop S M Merrill presided as officers were elected including Rev George A Lowan as secretary Rev S J Hockiny assistant secretary Rev J H Little statistical secretary and Rev J M Little auditing superintendent. A report overview highlighted church growth new congregations and educational efforts tied to the Wesleyan university and various mission departments.
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A. W. Hammer
FP. Lechster
Woman's Home Missionary Society
W. A. Winters
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James Opte
Allen Rodger
Rufus
A. J. Sheldon
Jom. Little
S.J. Hocking
George Logan
R Smith
W.W van Oradell
Joel Vigua
Howphal
J. Smith
Bugzell
George A
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Hattie Tussell
Ath Ayers
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Haynes
Strike Threatened at Horr Coke Works
A looming strike by Montana Coal and Coke yardmen at Horr threatens definite plant closure. Workers demand 80 cents daily raise to 2.80 from 2.00, refused by the company. General Manager Merry warned today that operations would halt if demands persist. Phil Bow of the Western Federation of Miners is mediating as about 750 workers could be affected, with spillover to Aldridge mines putting 200 to 300 more jobs at risk.
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Livingston
Yardmien
Montana Coal and Coke Company
Horr
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Merry
Phil Bow
Western Federation of Miners
Imines
Aldridge
Beaverhead Canal Sues to Halt Dillon Water Interference
A Beaverhead Canal company suit filed in district court seeks an injunction against the Dillon Electric company WT Mauldin Philip Thorpe James Butula John Smith and John Hutula to stop interference with the canal water right. The case claims 4254 inches of Beaverhead river flow supports 500 acres dependent on the canal with waste water allegedly entering below the canal head. R F Smith represents the plaintiff. defendants say they are willing to negotiate and denying notices not to divert water.
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Philip Thorpe
James Butula
John Smith
John Hutula
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Plaints Company
Beaverle River
Smith
Mandamus suit over county printing awarded plant contract
Bozeman July 31 editor W. W. Alderson of the Evening Courier seeks a court order to force the county commissioners to grant the Courier the county printing contract after it was revoked and given to the Republican Beattie. Also reported is construction of a Puget Sound Navy Yard coal loading plant to load 200 tons per hour, awarded to Puget Sound Bridge and Dredging Co. of Seattle for 3800.
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Evening Courier
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Puget Sound Navy Yard
Puget Sound Bridge
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Washington, D.C
Medicine Wheel Found By Curio Hunter In Crow Reservation
Special Dispatch reports Billings July 31 that C Simms of Field's museum Chicago found a large medicine wheel about 6000 feet up in the Crow mountains. Accompanied by L E Reynolds they described the 40 foot diameter wheel with an altar at the center and radiating stone spokes bearing ritual inscriptions. Simms sketched the site and plans a large drawing for the museum.
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Field's Museum
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TR Horn Mountains
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SG. Reynolds
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Will Prosecute M Farland For Forging Check
Billings July 31 County Attorney states the case against McFarland a young man arrested yesterday for forging a $150 check in a south side saloon. The saloonkeeper allegedly tore the check after McFarland sent word he would make restitution. Initial doubts gave way as evidence was gathered and an information filed.
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Farewell Banquet Planned for Mr Klepetke in City
A farewell testimonial for Mr Klepetke, head of the Hoston and Monuews properties and the Anaconda smelter, was arranged at a city council session led by Mayor Colins. A banquet next week will honor his service as local business leaders convened to set up details.
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Hoston & Monuews
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Change of Special Digpaten to the Stand Tig
Timber wards, who hi Toss Dier Mer Wailer Ba nger of the company of this place for some has tendered his resignation, to take effect Aus 7. He Will be succeeded by Pred Browning of Dundee Lows. It is understood that Mr Browning is to buy in a portion of the firm's stock, which may result in reincorporations and charging of the firm's name.
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Pred Browning
Dundee
Browning
Market report notes high Chicago bidding for Montana beets
SecA Dev Fort Bent Patterson rev firm reports two Bloom cattle cars at 2 pounds fetch $8.9 the top price seen in Chicago for Montana beets. Cattle described as Texans fattened in the state. Twenty cars averaging 1,260 pounds bring $5.60.
Old Man Kennedy Severely Injured In Accident
Bozeman reports James Kennedy a 73 year old pioneer was dragged by a mowing machine after his team ran loose. He was unconscious, severely bruised, but progressing favorably. Also Charley Seigler was hurt when his team ran away, suffering facial and possible internal injuries. A Park hotel manager Henry Nustman was found guilty of unlawfully offering prairie chicken for sale out of season with a $25 minimum penalty. Big Timber reports a house famine and scarce rental housing as new families arrive.
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Henry Nsutman
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Mrs Frank Reachamp Dies After Illness in Great Falls
Mrs Frank Reachamp of 417 Seventh Avenue North died at Columbus hospital at 1:20 this morning after a two week illness with lung trouble. She was taken to the hospital yesterday morning. The remains are at McAllister's undertaking rooms. funeral arrangements have not been made.
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Frank Reachamp
Seventh Avenue North
Columbus Hospital
McAllister
Two Accidents Reported in Helena and Twin Bridges
In Helena on Edwards street Charles Albrecht stepped off a sidewalk and suffered two broken ribs when a section of the walk had been removed. In Twin Bridges Clayton Page was hospitalized after a haystacking accident fractured a finger while his hand was caught in a puffey, requiring amputation of two fingers.
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Charles Albrecht
Albrecht
Edwards Street
Clayton Page
Dr. Dwight’s Hospital
Earthquake Jolts Santa Maria As Fleeing Families Seek Safety
In Santa Maria California at 7 23 pm a strong quake was felt with no damage. Two families from Los Alamos reported fleeing the continual shocks and said more families are preparing to leave town as tremors continue.
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Echo de Paris Ordered to Pay Colonel Plequart Damages
In Paris the civil tribunal condemned Echo de Paris to pay Colonel Plequart 20 000 francs damages for statements about his actions in the Dreyfus affair. The note adds miners grievance about maintenance payments.
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Burlington Losing Money Before State Board of Equalization
Representatives from Burlington and state officials testified in Helena on July 3 about property valuations and proposed tax increases. Pollard argued Montana line costs and ore transport rates, while others urged equalization and higher assessments for rail lines and related properties.
Wool market in Billings shows slight rise in prices
The Billings wool market, July 31, reports prices up over 15 cents but short of yesterday's highs. Sixteen buyers appeared with new consignors Frank Edwards for Willey & Co and J E Morse for Harding & Cavelrey. Total offerings reached 93,000 pounds with most sold. several lots declined or consigned after bids.
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Boston & Montana Sheep Company
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Francis Willey & Co
American Folk Livestock ‘Company
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S.S. Huntley
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Hecht, Jackman Co
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Robe
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