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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1908
Page
19
Butte readers learn advertising options for the Principal Branch Omics on 28 East Broadway. The listing provides a telephone contact 422 for inquiries and notes rates are furnished on application.
Experts acknowledge Montana sapphires as superior with stones from 0.25 to 2 carats priced from 10 dollars per carat upward. Deep blue hues command higher prices as color and brilliancy affect value. Hardness rivals diamond, nine to ten on the scale, with enduring brilliance. Mounted rings, scarfing, and studs are shown for selection.
A stream of brief items covers Butte society and surrounding towns. Mentions include visits by Dr. W. E. Casey and Drs. Cole & Tait, births in Lor and 1 802 South Gaylord, trips to Gregson Springs, and upcoming State Bar association events. Officials like Julius G. Sanders and W. Z. Pigott are noted, plus shop promotions at Red Boot and Regal shoes.
Joe Boos, driver of one of the hos carts at Quarts Street fire station, fell ill suddenly last evening and was moved to Murray's hospital. Doctors expect an operation for peritonitis. Family notified. time red hot favorites Mfugsy and Teddy listed.
At a tense meeting the Butte board discussed state orders requiring vaccination proof for entry to all schools and urged thorough medical exams for pupils. The board deferred action, while appointing janitors and approving contracts for a high school addition and bolver installation as part of budgetary preparations. Four Pittsmont residents asked for more teachers as enrollment rises, with plans to address staffing if enough pupils enroll.
Butte nest of the Brotherhood of Owls voted to stand by the parent organization after Spokane meetings. New grand officers were selected and plans outlined to carry the Spokane decisions to Northwest nests. Robert Haydn, executive of the Butte nest, will send letters urging against amilation with the Order of Owls.
Sheriff Gist of Beaverhead county traveled to Butte and back with Charles Martin, arrested on forgery charges after admitting he forged a $25 check cashed at Dell by Phil Thorp. Martin claimed he expected Gallagher to help exonerate him. Meanwhile, local tennis action on Diamond street narrowed the class B field as Roll and Morris prepare to decide the champion. Four separate fires last night near Main Street caused estimated losses under $300. A.O.H divisions 1 2 and 3 and RE. LA members called to attend a meeting on Friday at Hibernia hall.
Adults to children I Hopkins Frederick Hopkins age 77 years died yesterday. The remains were to Wes dom Mont for interment. Funeral arrangements in Meaderville at the B I C C T lodge by Roberta Kenekan.
In Cleveland on August 4, Helen Nagy confessed binding her year-old child with oil and setting them afire. She was sentenced to three months in the workhouse after claiming hunger and desperation drove her to coerce a confession from the elder child. Neighbors rescued the child before severe burns.
A tour of postmasters led by E T Bushnell suffered a wreck on Wickes Hill near Boulder just after 10 am. Postmaster Malcolm Gillis of Butte, Daniel Ross of Misouri, Judge Cheadle of Lewistown, and driver King escaped with cuts and bruises. Bushnell, chief clerk of the postoffice department, sustained a fractured leg and is hospitalized. The party planned to continue to the coast, but Bushnell’s injury may halt the trip for weeks.
A heated inquest into Emil Martiella’s death at Butte General Hospital ends without a verdict. Coroner Steven and county attorneys clash over evidence as witnesses describe the Comet shooting that claimed two lives. Jurors hear testimony from Canning, Kelly, and Murray amid tense exchanges.
At tonight’s Helena city council meeting a decision will be made to use Helena brick for paving Front Street and Utah Avenue. A report from last week was paused to hear the Butte Sewer Pipe and Tile Company’s request. John G. Hammer, manager of the company, said delivery could begin in two monthly batches, with the possibility of three months or more before any brick arrives.
Lake Forest Iowa August 4 Gov Albert Cummins declared his bid to replace the late Senator Allison in the federal congress. He praised Allison's public service and said he aims to win election by the state legislature. He also stated a temporary appointment would occur to fill the remaining term months.
A buyer notes Mayer's prices on Elgin and Waltham watches and a 95 cent Ansonia, with mentions of a 12 inch size and gold filled cases. The buyer highlights a guarantee offering refunds if another dealer sells cheaper, referencing 22 West Parke. The tone cites comparison shopping and Mayer's business approach.
Montana Optical at 22 W Park promises free fitting and inexpensive glasses with solid gold options advertised from 25 dollars down to 4.50 dollars less than rivals. The unusual phrasing suggests a promotional notice aimed at attracting customers during May.
John McGlynn aged 12 is dead after being shot with a rifle by a boy friend near Mullins street July 5 The gun was not loaded claims by Mickey OBrien The coroner ordered the body moved to Sherman Reeds and an inquest will be held The father John McGlynn is an engineer living at 103 Mullins Street The boy will be taken to his grandmother at 1435 North Main Street
Eyewitness account describes a train evacuating women and children through flames and smoke. Mrs. Crossman recalls passengers of many nationalities packed together, frantic crowds, and improvised aid arriving after the Fernie blaze. The journey halted between Hosmer and Fernie as fires burned nearby and a heat that blistered car windows persisted.
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