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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1901
Page
10
A heated dispute erupts as the Butte Municipal League and a new company clash over access rules and control of local telephone services. Officials rush to mediate while residents await a decision that could redefine local communications.
A city council committee debated the proposed Bell Telephone franchise for H. H. Stewart's entry into Butte. The Butte Municipal League urged municipal ownership, while Thomas S. Hogan defended concessions and projected costs. After hours of discussion the panel approved three amendments including a 2 percent royalty and a 60 day acceptance window, with Hogan unavailable to confirm the company's stance.
In Butte Judge Boyle hears a demurrer by Edward Paver in the nickel slot case. Judge Wines argues the ordinance mirrors state law and excludes slots. Assistant Solinger contends the city used legislative language but may not match later statutes. A decision at 10 o clock could halt further arrests of slot machine operators.
James Burne was taken into custody yesterday afternoon on a charge of assault with a deadly weapon. Lewis Morris alleges Burne struck him in the face with a pocketknife at the Arcade lodging house while Burne was intoxicated. Morrist wounds were minor and police believe intoxication affected judgment. The remains of Joseph Merino are at Sherman’s undertaking parlors with funeral plans to be announced. Solemn high mass at St Patrick’s church Friday morning. Only artist soloists at Miss Skelly’s concert tonight as music lovers gather.
Mr Phil Owens of South Omaha reports two years of itching and protruding piles cured by a single twenty cent package from a local druggist. The ad offers a free booklet "Piles Causes and Cure" and lists Pyramid Drug Co Marshall, Michigan as the supplier.
Labor unions urged a city run free employment office as a solution to crooked practices by private agencies. Speakers cited waitresses paying for jobs and being discharged after a day, pushing for access to work without fees. Council members supported studying an ordinance to establish the agency and regulate outside agencies.
The state accuses John R. Bordeaux of perjury in a case arising from Mila Bordeaux’s divorce. Judge Nelson heard arguments on witness eligibility as proceedings began and adjourned to continue next morning. Other involved attorneys include Roote Clark Yancey Lynen and Mrs Mila Bordeaux.
Judge imposed a $25 sentence on Steve O Donnell for assaulting William Andrew over a board bill dispute. Several others faced fines or discharges for drunkenness or minor warrants. A child’s eye risk from improper glasses was warned. William Hussey died aged about 55 with funeral planned for Friday at 2 p.m.
The Greatest Specialist of the Ane speaks on catarrh the most modern disease and its scourge to mankind. His treat lands emphasize remedies, progress, and the future of medical science in curbing the ailment.
The article extols Yellek as not an experiment but a proven healer for nose throat and vocal cord diseases and bronchial trouble. It narrates dramatic recoveries from catarrh and lung symptoms, plus claims to cure eye issues and restore sight, with home treatment offered and free consultations.
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