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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1908
Page
8
The Montana sapphire is praised as superior by experts. stones vary in color and brightness with prices from $10 upward. Large purchases from producers expand the selection range from quarter carats to wachats. Deep blue shades command higher prices. sapphires rival diamonds in hardness and brilliancy. Mountings include rings, scarves, and studs, with customers choosing stones and mounting styles.
Dillon items show Dr W J Carer visiting, shop deals and sales at local stores, updates on lawyers and officials, and social notices. Notables include A L Binns visiting Butte, editor desedeley in town, and Thomas Gellahan funeral planned. also near-term theater and shop sales and transit to Gregson Springs.
Police describe a wanted man, alias Harry Le and Dan Levey, linked to numerous scams in Butte and New York. Suspect, a mahogany red haired 25 year old, was seen with Mrs. Mary Longmore at 727 North Minin Street and faces charges of fraud and theft including a $600 fake insurance policy. He was last seen fleeing with a woman after arranging a barge race, and a prior diamond theft is alleged. He frequented Jerry Mullins at 17 North Main Street for drinks prior to disappearance.
George Kendall a longtime Butte resident and prominent figure in mining and building industries died at his South Dakota street home after a fall and heart failure. Surviving are sisters Mrs S J Moses and Mrs Sylvia Badger of Stockton, a nephew in California, and other relatives. Funeral arrangements pending as relatives in California are notified.
A series of diphtheria related deaths shocks Centerville as the Whalens lose Ellen and two other children within two months. Michael Whalen, a miner and race track official, returned home to news of Ellen’s death at 6 pm, with funeral arrangements to follow. Other obituaries note the deaths of Tammer Ryan, Henry Giles, and Mrs. Goatee Lingrey, with services conducted across local churches and cemeteries. The community attends Grand Army ceremonies and mourns multiple losses in quick succession.
Emil Martiela, shot by Cornelius Grant on July 3 at Comet, died last evening after hours of suffering. Coroner to hold inquest next afternoon. Crane, a Bere resident, acted as watchman and was later discharged by men who attacked him. Crane held on bond at $5,000. witnesses say threats preceded the attack.
A reader endorses Mayer Jewelry for watch repairs and general jewelry work at low prices. The writer attacks rivals, noting Mayer offers annual guarantees, superior workmanship, and a well-equipped shop that produces unique designs at lower costs, attracting enthusiastic patrons.
J B Morse and A J Noyes visited Butte on their way to Dillon after attending a Republican general committee meeting in Helena. Morse said the campaign will be open and issues fought on party lines with no personal hatred, aiming for a square deal statewide.
In a daylong stake at Putte coursing park, Rusty Lad trained by Mrs. Davey claimed the win over Northern Light with a strong finish. Yorkshire Lad upset Maude Campbell in a key round as betting favored favorites. 22 entrants expected next Sunday for the all-age cup and subsequent trophies, with final results listing Rusty Lad over Northern Light and other heats including Quien, Crescent, and Commercial Express.
Paris August 2 The final day of the Special athletic games saw American athletes win most events. William F. Hamilton of Chicago Athletic Association won the 100 meters in 11 seconds. Hig Time Trade, New York Athletic Club, took the 1.30 meter run in 4:1. Conk of Cornell won the pole vault. I. C. Carpenter of Cornell won the 600 meters in 50 seconds. I L Giuner of the Boston Athletic Association captured the high jump. D. Bean of travelists representing Ingersoll-Rand Dril company arrived from London. Four years, vittled the principal cities of Patten a short step with this folie we will visit South America in 190 minutes est DE his company.
Sluggers defeated East Side Stiegers by 27 to 0 in a muddled score report from Lincoln Nebraska. W Hatterius, Gavin, Kelly, McMahon and O'Brien are named in the scanty recap as the team and figures struggle to clarify the game and upcoming local events.
Chicago Aug 2 Ezr& Butler Mee Chee, a prominent Chicago citizen since 1847, died at his home today aged 82 years. He was best known for his work in establishing the city’s mark system. Missoula Aug 2 Taft offices say forest fire threat to town yesterday is under control though damage may exceed $15,000 in the documented loss.
A garbled OCR fragment mentions Tsuki Croated Baron in Tokyo and references AWK Ze Tautl and Ployon of business. The passage hints at efforts to improve efficiency and manage "shalgouns" but remains largely unintelligible with scattered names and phrases.
Dr M Crimmon defeated G M Donnelly one up after 25 holes in the Heigh & Fairfield cup final setting a dramatic finish at the Bulte try club. The match drew a large crowd as both players produced sensational drives and precision play amid mounting interest. Donnelly reached the final by beating Phil Garrett in the semifinals.
A forest fire devastates Fernie destroying bridges near the depot and railway depots, fuel tanks, and cars. Six people are reported dead with more feared dead as a hurricane hampers rescue efforts and communications.
Crantrosk British Columbia August 3 to 4 reports describe widespread fire damage with burned timber plus numerous fatalities and rescued survivors. Peter Miller and Louis Fratina are confirmed dead. several Italians found. Authorities said 6,000 people on the prairie face hunger as relief efforts and rail distribution are organized. The Fernie mayor appeals for aid while communications collapse and trains are delayed by the forest fire. The Canadian Pacific line opens toward Michel from the east and Morris from the west, leaving a 16 mile gap. Estimated losses top 9,000,900 with many feared dead. Weather remains hot as rescue and recovery progress continues.
The note suggests placing a contact point in a shop or office so customers can reach him without delay and without waiting for a busy line. It emphasizes easy accessibility and prompt assistance for patrons.
Dr Hood and Company advertise curing special diseases at 39 North Main Street Butte offering the lowest fees.
A garbled OCR fragment mentions Be Wor Eek for Mie Winslow and references syrup, a PaQhuye Kid, and D'eemty-Eive Conia. Names, dates, and places are unreadable, leaving a disjointed notice with no clear event or outcome to summarize reliably.
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