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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1911
Page
7
An early 20th century notice details a principal branch located on Broadway with two independent telephones and advertising. The text references telecoms and a sales or display element, implying a business address and contact capacity.
A garbled montage lists names and places including Ortes Bros BD Allen, Slomona & Booth, Dr Peter J Sheeran, and Dr Ironsideg. Mentions include Helena guests, a birth at 945 Tornet Street, and a St Marks Sunday School picnic at Columbia Gardens. Also references a pavilion at Claremont and Brennan's orchestra with random items on foods and local ads.
Alex NeLeol, 32, died after a horse at Yor South Maloghreet kicked and threw him during a task to restrain the animal. He suffered a fractured skull and multiple injuries. Witnesses and relatives were present as the horse owner and local men dealt with the aftermath.
The coroner’s inquest into the drowning death near Lake Avoka will begin at 10 o clock with relatives of the dead man and several witnesses present. Margaret Pelly and Hugh Brandy gave conflicting statements about how Bennetts and Brandy were in the boat when it overturned, while evidence from rescuers and the damaged boat suggests foul play or a fall. Bennetts, recently divorced, was connected to Gertrude Brandy and the Brandy family. Bennetts’s body was recovered, and bloodstains found on the boat seat are under examination as witnesses describe the scene and possible blows to Bennetts. The inquest will hear testimonies from boatmen, the Pelly girl, and others including Brandy and the man who claimed to hear a fatal remark before the incident. Burial services were held at Mountaly View Methodist church, with floral tributes including one from Gertrude Brandy.
Algoma Wis Aug 13 The society event of the week was the marriage of Lys Lourett daughter of former Mayor Murdo Brett to Spencer Dix Kelly of Mount Pleasant Mich at the bride home on Harrison street Miss Brett a normal school teacher recently and Mr Kelly a Mount Pleasant normal and University of Michigan graduate has accepted the principalship of the Butte Mont high school where they will reside A notable out of town guest was Lieut Gov P H Keller of Lansing Mich The Standard offers household articles as a premium for six months and one year subscriptions Local readers are invited to call at the Standard office for details
Prue Show featuring The Montana Ploneers will open city houses for public viewing. Pioneer badges grant admission to the Isinpyess and phenin venues, with access details announced by organizers.
At Winstallall yesterday the Independents faced Crom Whit en in a game with no score after the first period. A funeral is announced for Rav We ol, with details of time and place for the service and burial plans.
A Copper County tale from Harlowton details the abduction of a young Western showwoman, alleged wife of hypnotist Albertus Randolph. After a vehicle dash and a show train stop, authorities detained the woman in Butte before husband A S Randolph and her father-in-law pursued separate outcomes in a case blending jealousy and reconciliation.
Notice announces a commercial train service starting August 16 to Oregon shore line depot. Limited rail line will operate with special trash transport at low rates. Early morning start at 6 a.m. with car service every five hours.
McIntyre Anie Track delivered 27 sacks of sugar weighing 2,700 pounds on a McIntyre auto train from Fort E. W. Hill and Charles La Wein to Walkerville. The convoy covered three miles in 43 minutes, signaling Montana merchants of the system’s delivery potential. Agent HAN 135 Wes Broadway, Lelie, represents the company.
Mayer's pledges a lowest price or money back guarantee on watches diamonds jewelry cut glass sterling tableware and novelties. The ad claims a large and well stocked store with the largest stock to any jewelry store in Montana.
Bozeman captured the top honors at a singing contest held yesterday afternoon at Columbia gardens under the Montana Sängerbund. Helena took second with a second loving cup, while Bozeman and Helena earned large cups and crowds heard German songs and speeches.
Jim Orland, a Northern Pacific section man, was arrested on grand larceny after a partner, Carso, claimed $150 belt loss and later provided a tale to cover the theft. A search found the money on Carso, who confessed after police inquiry. Orland remarks about a joke during the incident. The ad for Orton Bros. piano and organ sales appears at the end.
Washington reports the Attar government in Weinder was overthrown by supporters of President-elect Metrada. New provisional leadership formed under senatorial guidance. Casualties occurred. President-elect Katrada awaited arrival. General Alfiro and family sought refuge at the Chilean legation.
Oklahoma City reports Aug 13 that two bankers face juries over indictments tied to alleged funds misappropriation at a city bank. Former cashier My Wills and another executive were charged with conspiracy and fraud following investigations into bank operations and alleged improper handling of funds.
Two masked bandits entered the Copper Saloon on North Main Street Walkerville early this morning and forced bartender Percy Tucos to open the till while two unarmed guards watched. A pursuit began on Main Street toward Centerville as a bystander fired at the robbers. one bandit appeared wounded in the neck. The trio had waited in Mitin Street before attempting the hold up.
A fragmented historical piece explores sacred rites of coronation, legends of anointing from French, English, and Holy Land traditions, and the tale of Thomas a Becket in exile near Lyons. It recounts visions and relics tied to the sacred oil and a series of claimed discoveries across medieval Britain.
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