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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1915
Page
12
The text shows Montana senators urging cloture in a senate clash over a measure to ease export trade and reduce port congestion. They align with Senators Owen and Walsh in backing limits on debate to prevent minority obstruction.
Benjamin Hil a 1 year old carpenter was found shot in the doorway of his shack near Beenscotts after a dispute with Ter enquist and Thornquist. Sheriff Firmin and County Attorney Trantacy investigated and Wilson was questioned. A funeral was held for John Simp tone’s brother in law, and Donald J Shawhan sought desertion support despite social disruption.
Hamilton reports a mortgage foreclosure suit between Bitter Root stock and A G Cash at the courthouse, with Judge A I Duncan presiding. The trial likely extends into Monday as accounts span multiple years. Also noted are area visits by local professionals, a Woman’s Democratic club meeting to adopt a constitution, and the Southeastern Montana Medical Society’s organization with Drs Andrus Garst Lindeberg Randall in leadership. The obituary ends with the funeral of Margaret Briggeman in Deer Lodge.
Helens December 3. Among 26 examinees for Montana law licenses at the supreme court two women from Butte are Hedwig and Federle and Juanita L Parry. Other candidates include T Owens Great Falls A Johnson Helena and several from Missoula Great Falls Kalispell and Butte.
The report centers on Ford and Bryan backing a peace voyage to rally sentiment against war. Costs cited include $60,000 with expectations of higher spend. Ford plans a new will and autonomous business handling as the voyage aims to deter warfare. Bryan explains joining the peace effort at The Hague and defends delaying army and navy appropriations.
A Hamilton beet sugar factory appears likely after a chamber of commerce meeting called by President Spaulding. W T Tyler reported a visiting representative from a company building plants in Bitter Root County and possibly Missoula, with locals pledging 5000 acres for beets and potential employment and economic gains in farming and land prices. A committee was appointed to negotiate with the company and pursue 5000 acres under contract.
Police report: Anderson held on suspicion of shooting his wife. Unclear location or date details accompany the terse charges. Further information pending official statements.
Deer Lodge brief highlights include a Seattle Tacoma trip by locals, the first electric train visit at the depot, hunting party returns from Bear Creek, and Marys Dramatic Club arranging a melodrama. Funeral for Thomas Blackmore held at Immaculate Conception. residents and visitors attend various civic and social events across town.
A Great Falls man is listed among casualties in the Canadian contingent. The militia department tonight issued the report naming the deceased in action with Canadian forces.
The Butte Booster Club organized last night electing officers and a governing committee. They pledged to boost Butte with efforts for streets, a large auditorium, a baseball team, and entertainment including a Broadway play next Thursday and Friday. The club also discussed a city carnival and street celebration once new lights arrive.
Joe Banchero dropped a revolver on the Park and Main sidewall and was arrested by Officer Van Orden on concealed weapon charges. He faces multiple prior appearances and vagrancy convictions in police court. The incident followed a Beaverd ead county mining news item about a Geathia tunnel fatality from powder smoke.
Officers of the First Presbyterian church in Spokane vote to invite the Rev. Sherman J Divine of Bozeman Montana to open the pulpit for the coming year. The invitation awaits action at a congregational meeting next Wednesday night following a conference between church officers and the preacher.
Livingston reports a six year old boy, son of Hilde Johnson, rancher in the Cinnibar basin near Gardiner, kicked by a horse while coasting downhill. The forehand was crushed, bone removed at Corwin Hot Springs, and though alive tonight, there is no hope for recovery.
Harmony lodge No. 465 of the Fraternal Brotherhood held a semi annual election last evening. Elected for the coming term were President William Barclay Vice President Minnie Brackett Secretary Clare Johnson Treasurer C Freeman Mistress Mary Harclay Sergeant John H P Barclay Inner Doorkeeper Anna Carney Outer Doorkeeper Alice Murphy.
The officers listed Dr. A. G. Allan physician Miss Margaret Balla musician P. J. Hayes and W. I. Wookes trustees Mrs Edna Stevers and Miss Rose Bezek will be installed at the regular meeting on Jan 12 The tenth anniversary of the lodge will be celebrated with a grand masquerade ball and light refreshments.
The state board of medical examiners will not admit a man to practice medicine without his diploma being examined and passed upon under Section 602 of the political code. A diploma must receive their approval before the applicant can take the examination. The text then abruptly shifts to a question about the number of American flags, noting forty eight jars in the answer.
A混 - Tony Contratto waited 29 months for alteration on a suit from Speizel, leading to petty larceny charges after he tracked Speizel down in Menderville. Other items note Anton Cruick’s guilty plea for a 19 day slaughter offense, an officers’ installation at Bow Camp 6805, and a Democratic Women’s meeting at Carpenters Union hall with listed officers. Monastir occupation reported from Athens.
The state department discussed German attaches in New York amid cap- tain Boyd and von Papen facing possible removal. Officials noted no proven guilt but cited ob- noxious conduct and import of Archibald letters to Germany. Safe conduct home and a quick exit for the attaches were considered with Entente allies.
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