Weather Talk Shows Montana Split Over Summer
A Montana town debates whether summer has arrived or is still to come as unseasonable cold and wind persist. Residents discuss warmth indicators, while the weather bureau head laments unclear conditions and a gloomy barometer signal. Local barber shop sign at the Clark Building advertises services with Charles M. Joyce noted.
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Montana
Wharton
Weather Bureau
Clark Building
Charles M. Joyce
Butte Epi curean Shifts Diet From Meats to Beverages
In Butte two old-timers describe the famed Doc Johnston, a noted eater and restaurant connoisseur, who allegedly has suddenly stopped eating meat for a month and now orders boiled eggs and hominy. The tale notes his reputation and dining habits amid city eateries. Blanch M. Walsh, four‑month‑old daughter of Pat and Mrs Walsh, died August 16 at 701% North Montana and will be buried today at 2 PM.
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Butte
Dr. Johnston
Montana
Epicurean
Doc Johnston
Blanch M
Pat Walsh
Montana Street
Blind Men Drill To A Tie At Gardens In City Match
A large crowd watched Rodda and Davey drill 84 inches in 10 minutes in a tie for a $100 first prize. The result may be replayed later. The event followed a baseball game and drew record crowds despite cold weather. The crowd filled the cafe and dancing pavilion was crowded.
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Rodda
Davey
Quietly United in Marriage in Missoula
J. C. Strong and Lula M. Snidow were married in Missoula yesterday morning in a small ceremony attended by intimate friends. They will return to Butte and be at home after September 1 at 213 South Dakota Street. both are well known in Butte and Missoula and Mr Strong is connected with the California club of this city.
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Dan Cupid
Butte
Missoula
J. C. Strong
Lula M. Snidow
Mrs. Strong
South Dakota Street
Mr. Strong
California Club
Funeral service for Mrs Tillie Brown at 2 30 p m
The funeral of Mrs Tillie Brown wife of J A Brown will be held today at 2 30 p m from the family residence 1388 Walnut Street Friends and acquaintances are invited to attend.
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Tillie Brown
J. A. Brown
Walnut Street
Butte Travel Fares To Nearby Towns Revealed
Travel rates list from Butte to multiple destinations with round trips priced from 1.00 to 4.00 dollars. Some routes note weekend return validity and Monday or Sunday morning restrictions for return travel.
Cheaper Rail Fare Set From Butte to Gregson Springs
The Butte Anaconda and Pacific Railroad announces a cheap round trip rate from Butte to Gregson Springs. Tickets from this city to the springs and back cost 80 cents and are valid from Saturday noon to Monday noon both ways.
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Butte
Special Meat Sale Proves Popular Prompting Store Expansion
Threats to overwhelm us aside, the first special meat sale proved a winner showing customers recognize genuine bar gain value. The success will require enlarging the store room and hiring more staff but within weeks the operation should run smoothly. A strong demand for smoked meat and lard kept prices steady Saturday while stock lasts.
Helena Team Returns Home After Postponed Game
Helena and Butte split a bitter decision as the Helena team left for home after a postponed game remains unplayed. Flannery refused to cover an extra day’s board bill, leaving Butte with the Montana championship as Helena contends Seattle series awaits. Hannivan may rejoin for Seattle.
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Flannery
Helena
Butte
Hannivan
Seattle
Montana
Buttes
Helenas
Portland
Clifford and Britt Set for San Francisco Fight on Sept 2
Jack Clifford received word from manager Biddy Bishop in San Francisco that terms have been signed for a Clifford Britt bout in San Francisco on Sept 2. Weigh in at 133 pounds at 6 pm. Clifford will depart soon to begin training with Mose Lafontise as trainer and sparring partner.
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Jack Clifford
Biddy Bishop
San Francisco
Clifford
Jimmy Britt
Bishop
Britt
Mose Lafontise
Suspected Robbers Held on Vagrancy Charge
Thomas McDonald and Martin Ryan were arrested at the city jail on vagrancy charges while police investigate whether they were the men who robbed Nels Nelson's saloon in Helena. Police say the suspects are strangers who lack matching descriptions and deny long stay in Helena.
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Thomas McDonald
Martin Ryan
Nels Nelson
Helena
Barney McGillie
Three Big Special Trains For Miners Picnic
Three special trains were run in addition to the regular Mountain View park service to handle crowds at the miners picnic. Nearly 4,000 tickets were sold and trains were crowded. Mines closed for the outing, with most miners and friends attending.
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Mountain View Park
Anaconda
Mountain View
Special Excursion Train From Butte To Alder And Back
Special excursion train leaves Montana Union depot at 8 00 a m Sunday and runs through to Alder returning at 6 p m. Fares include Putte to Pipestone and return one dollar Butte to Whitehall and return one dollar and fifty cents Butte to Twin Bridges and return one dollar fifty Butte to Sheridan and return two dollars Butte to Alder and return two dollars Stage connections at Alder to Virginia City.
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Butte
Pipestone
Whitehall
Lime Spur
Twin Bridges
Sheridan
Pony
Bonita
Deer Lodge
Montana
McCarthy and Hawkins to Fight Ten Rounds in Butte
Jerry McCarthy meets Cal Hawkins in a 10 round catch weight bout at Sutton’s Broadway theater in Butte. Hawkins weight about 135 pounds, McCarthy around 144, with referee to be chosen by Silver Bow Athletic Club. Preliminary features Ike Hayes vs Jack Stewart in 10 rounds.
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Jerry McCarthy
Cal Hawkins
Sutton
Broadway
Butte
Silver Bow Athletic Club
Duncan McDonald
McCarthy
Hawkins
Jerry
Boulder Springs
Howard Ople
Walkerville
Dune
McDonald
Alhambra Springs
Hawkins- McCarthy
Hayes
Jack Stewart
Great Northern Excursions and Lodging Rates
Great Northern Railway announces weekend excursions Basin Boulder Alhambra with return fares from 1 50 1 50 and 2 30 for two day trips. Extra Basin Boulder two day returns 1 00 with Sunday only returns. Ticket office locations 41 North Main Copper block 105 South Wyoming. Outside rooms well lighted from 3 per week.
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Basin and Return
Boulder and Return
Alhambra
North Main Street
Wyoming Street
Pentecostal Convention Draws Small Crowds in Butte
John W. Lee of Chicago spoke at Sutton's Broadway theater as part of a Pentecostal convention. Despite his impassioned address and urged salvation for Butte souls, attendance remained low and enthusiasm waned. The meetings shift to the mission hall at 77 East Park Street with Lee and Kansas evangelist David W. Witham continuing the effort.
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Sutton
Broadway
John W. Lee
Chicago
Lee
Butte
Mission Hall
East Park Street
Mr. Lee
David W. Witham
Kansas
Kramer Wins Motor Pace Classic at Vailsburg
In Newark on August 17 the Vailsburg motor paced races featured finals after three semifinals with Kramer McFarland and Bowler advancing. Frank T. Kramer won the professional one mile event with P F McFarland second and James Bowler third. Time 10:29 for the five mile handicap.
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Newark
N. J
Vailsburg
Kramer
McFarland
Bowler
Chicago
Frank T. Kramer
P. F. McFarland
James Bowler
F. A. McFarland
William Martin
John Bedell
Forsyth Women’s Basketball Team to Play Miles City
The Forsyth female team schedules a Wednesday afternoon game with Miles City. Players include Hattie Lane Luella Lane Mae Alexander Alma Austin Lizzie Snook and Mary Garrity. A dance is planned for Wednesday night since Miles City cannot return until Thursday morning.
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Forsyth
Miles City
Hattie
Luella Lane
Mae Alexander
Alma Austin
Lizzie Snook
Mary Garrity
Minister Confesses to Killing Widow in Benwood Shooting
Rev Charles Hill once serving as congregational minister in Parke and Clay counties has confessed to firing the fatal shot that killed the widow Smith in Benwood fifteen years ago. The widow was standing at a neighbor's doorway when she was struck. Three boys nearby were arrested but could not be linked to the shot.
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Terre Haute
Ind
Charles Hill
Parke
Clay Counties
Smith
Benwood
Prominent Miner Named in Fatal Shooting Case
Witness Rev. Mr. Hill testifies a young miner William Trager was shooting at a mark when the fatal shot occurred. The accused is described as influential in Odd Fellows circles and well connected in mining communities, with considerable property reportedly acquired after his mother's death.
Cleveland Health Chief Urges New Money Over Old Bills
Health Officer Friedrich urges Cleveland banks to redeem old ragged currency for fresh money amid a smallpox scare. He cites germs on oily notes and cites several firms already switching to new change, calling for widespread bank cooperation to complete the currency replacement.
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Cleveland
Ohio
Friedrich
Washington
Department notes concerns on cash handling and milk tickets
A city department comments on money handling practices, noting that milk tickets and similar items are destroyed when wet to prevent germ spread. The official remarks emphasize caution over cash transactions and suggest scrutiny of funds passed hand to hand.
Germans Slay Entire Tribe in New Britain Massacre
Victoria B C Aug 17 German expedition exacted brutal revenge for the murder of Mrs Wolff wife of a missionary. All members of the tribe were killed including a native guide who betrayed his countrymen. Miowera officers received news from the German ship Tavelin after its Brisbane voyage.
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Victoria
B. C
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