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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1901
Page
9
Coffee prices range from 12 to 40 cents a pound with three extra good values highlighted. Our Finest Mocha and Java is described as perfectly roasted and richest tasting. A popular price coffee with full flavor is offered as well as a special real price option labeled Leader good value.
An advertisement touts Quaker Flour made from select Dakota hard wheat. It promotes quality flour with a price of 2.75 dollars per 100 pound sack.
Judge William Clancy refused to vacate the restraining order in the trust case against Boston & Montana and Amalgamated, tightening the injunction and raising the bond from $1,000 to $10,000. The court ordered defendants to show cause why they should not be held in contempt for paying a $10 dividend before August 20, with Sept. 2 set for the contempt hearing.
James McAlvin of Divide urged Sheriff Furey and County Attorney Breen to send a large force to arrest his daughter Mabel McAlvin and her companion Minnie Fairchild, who had left Butte July 29. Authorities located the pair near Divide but did not supply the requested troops. the mother disputed the father's claims and asked officers to stay away, allowing the girls to visit a friend.
The United lodges of Catholic Order of Foresters plan a Deer Lodge picnic on Sunday August 4. Delegates depart Butte at 9 45 a m Anaconda at 9 30 a m and return from Deer Lodge at 9 30 p m The round trip fare is 1 00 dollars.
Formerly with Dr. Ironeides, he has opened offices in the Baltimore block, first door east of the post office, offering up to date dentistry at moderate prices.
The pallbearers were Masters Willie Layton, Leo Mackinnon, Willie Sullivan and Tom Kennelly. The funeral was held from the family residence at 361 East Granite Street.
The Montana Stockman and Farmer notes that Butte drew vast crowds last week as visitors packed the city for diverse amusements. Street carnival Midway displays, bustling business showcases, and a busy race track featuring multiple events dominated the scene.
The article extols Butte's rapid growth in 10 weeks of steady shows, noting crowds in Columbia Gardens and daily crowds of thousands. It describes a city of rising buildings and a busy day and night main thoroughfare, with confidence in Butte’s prospects and permanent mining prosperity.
The Northern Pacific Railway offers round trip tickets to Buffalo with 60 day limit on the first Tuesdays in August and September. Rates are 61.50 and 66 for the round trip. For more details contact WYHH Merriman, general agent, corner Park and Main, Butte.
A prominent woman journalist visits Butte claiming a rare standing as a lifelong newspaper writer. From Minnesota to St Peter and Idaho to Boise she rose from street newsgirl to editor in chief and owner. Now healthy and planning to explore Montana she weighs offers and future moves.
The death of Lester McBride occurred at 3 o'clock yesterday morning at his parents home on Utah Avenue. He was 2 years and 10 months old. His parents Mr and Mrs Anthony McBride are greatly distressed. The child was bright and loved by all who knew him. Cause of death was scarlet fever.
A Friday evening ceremony at St Patrick’s church awarded diplomas and crosses to 28 Sacred Heart promoters after Father De Siere’s sermon. Each recipient received a pope medallion. Also noted is a Pipestone Springs day trip with a 9 a.m. Sunday train and round trip for $1.
Special train for Twin Bridges departs Montana Union at 4 00 a m and returns from Twin Bridges at 6 20 p m. Round trip fare 1 50 with stops at Pipestone 1 and Whitehall 1 cent fare 1 round trip.
Little Walter Lynch aged 2 years 4 months died last Sunday after a lingering illness described as scarlet fever. He was the only child of Mr and Mrs Dennis Lynch and beloved by all who knew him, leaving a desolate quiet in the home.
The Orton Bros music house at 219 North Main Street, Butte offers rare bargains on used pianos and organs. They claim substantial savings on top brands like Kimball, Weber, and Hinze, with easy payments and a free stool and scarf with any piano. Old instruments accepted as trade ins and rentals available with rent credit. Tuning and moving by expert staff.
James F. Larkin and James Sarsfield announce the opening of a saloon at 22 South Main offering first class liquors and cigars. Inviting friends to visit, the page lists ice cream 10c and cake 1c. Address appears as 71 East Park Street in error.
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