Diverse Local Notices Highlight Butte Ads and Movements
Advertisements and brief notices record rentals for pianos and signs, sales at various shops, and services. Movements include William Bickford seeking street railway franchise interests in Missoula and multiple residents traveling between Dillon, Butte, Great Falls, and Salt Lake City.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miss Alta Foster
Butte Business College
Butte
Twin Bridges
James Mauldin
Dillon
Montana
William M. Bickford
Missoula
Garden City
Clark
Bishop J P Carroll Lectures in Butte Second Advent Series
Bishop John P Carroll lectured in two Butte parishes as part of Advent events. At Sacred Heart in the morning he spoke on The Real Presence to a packed crowd, urging repentance and closer communion with Christ. In St Patrick's that evening he spoke on The Mystery of Good and Evil to a large audience, reflecting on the struggle between good and evil and citing examples of lives that improved the world.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John P. Carroll
Helena
Butte
Sacred Heart Church
Feust Park Street
Father Sullivan
Carroll
St. Patrick's Church
Great Apple Exhibition Opens in Spokane Today
Spokane December 6 President Rooselt will press a button at 10 30 tomorrow morning Pacific time to signal the formal opening of the national apple show for the week. Exhibits include apples from Washington Idaho Montana Oregon and Western Canada with Japan also featuring an exhibit. Apple buyers from across the United States and Europe attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spokane
Rooselt
Washington
Idaho
Montana
Oregon
Canada
Japan
United States
Europe
Lively Butte Clerks Union Election Opens at 9 A M
One of the liveliest elections in the Butte clerks union begins at 9 this morning and ends at 9 tonight with about 1000 members voting. R L Setzer is unopposed for president and A E Allen for vice president. other races include business agent RE Shields vs Archie McTaggart and multiple candidates for secretary and trustees. Delegates to the Silver Bow Trades and Labor assembly will be chosen with two candidates per spot. The result is not expected until tomorrow morning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clerks’ Union of
Butte
R. L. Setzer
A. E. Allen
R. C. Monahan
RE. C. Shields
Archie McTaggart
Silver Bow Trades and Labor Assembly
Guard
Bell Telephone proves value by reach and cost
The telephone should be viewed as a business question to maximize good for the money spent. Bell service connects a Butte subscriber to most city offices and homes and 1,100 points across Montana, Idaho, Wyoming, and Utah, offering the quickest communication for many communities. It emphasizes that a cheaper system is the one that reaches the most people and urges calling Bell Telephone No. 500 for rates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Butte
Bell Telephone
Montana
Idaho
Wyoming
Utah
Bell Telephone No
James B. Farmer Dead After Brief Pneumonia Illness
James B. Farmer aged 46 and born in Scotland died at St James hospital after a short pneumonia illness. He had recently resided in this area with limited known details. The body rests at White and Krebs undertaking rooms awaiting instructions from relatives in the East.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James B. Farmer
St. James’ Hospital
White & Krebs
Women of Wood Craft Elect Officers at Butte Hall
At Carpenters hall in Butte Friday evening the Women of Wood Craft No 155 elected officers for the ensuing term. Past guardian neighbor Anna Warnock advisor Elizabeth Vigeant magician Frances Toomey clerk Nora L Curran banker Anna Aiken attendant Annie Curran captain of guards Eliza Grandpre musician Annie McDermot outer sentinel Mary A Brace inner sentinel Elizabeth Selfridge managers Carrin Coyler Mary C Curtis Marie Johnston.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carpenters’ Hall
Butte Circle
Women of Woodcraft
Guardian
Anna Warnock
Elizabeth Vigeant
Frances Toomey
Nora L. Curran
Anna Aiken
Annie Curran
Eliza Grandpre
Annie McDermot
Outer Sentinel
Mary A. Brace
Inner Sentinel
Elizabeth Selfridge
Carrin Coyler
Mary C. Curtis
Marie Johnston
Not Blund After All Geog Bagley May Keep Sight
George Bagley survived a blast at Elk Park last week and, though feared blinded, doctors at General Hospital report he will be able to see with the right eye. The article notes his recovery progress following the incident and mentions the mining company stock sale by Hubbard Investment Company at 109 Hamilton Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Bagley
Elk Park
General Hospital
Abe
Bingham & Butte Consolidated Mining Company
Hubbard Investment Company
Hamilton Street
Tragic Mountain Fall Ends Macaulay's Life Near Helena
Joseph Richards returns from the mountains with the body of Alexander Macaulay after a 150 foot fall. The watch stopped at 4 55 p m. The accident was confirmed by French ranger Marrel who parted from Macaulay at 3 40 p m. The corpse was moved 13 miles to Dawson's ranch for burial preparations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alexander Macaulay
Helena
Joseph Richards
Butte
Marrel
Butteman
Mr. Macaulay
Dawson
Mayer's Christmas Offer On Imported Art China and Gifts
From now till Christmas every customer spending $1 or more at Mayer will receive a choice of fine imported art china salad or nut bowl and cake plate along with exquisite Mayer direct import patterns. The store promises genuine high art china not cheap sale pieces and lists diamonds watches jewelry and more for less or money back.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mayer
Expedition Follows Telegraphed Lead From Midvale
The speaker recounts taking charge while an inquest was held at a place described as a flagging station on the railway. W. H. Meade, telegrapher and postmaster, sent the news to Malcolm Gillis in Butte, noting Mr. Macaulay's request for Gillis to accompany him was a coincidence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Midvale
W. H. Meade
Butte
Malcolm Gillis
Babes in Toyland Delights Broadway Crowd
A large audience at the Broadway enjoyed Babes in Toyland last night. Eddie Redway and Miss Nellie Lynch shared top honors in a 50 member cast as the lively production delivered constant entertainment and a smooth finish from the efficient business staff.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eddie Redway
Nellie Lynch
Darky and White Boy Cry When They Part
Willie Slocum, a fourteen year old boy known for his broad smile, and his white friend Bob Saddler left Butte after a brief stay with the police. Willie was sent to Mis soula into the care of Lee Phillips at his mother's request. Saddler, who remains in county jail with Humane Officer Gilligan to decide his future, is being sought for a suitable home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Willie Slocum
Butte
Bob Saddler
Salt Lake
Saddler
Willie
Missoula
Lee Phillips
Utah
Bob
Nevada
Gilligan
Tax hike urged for soft coal at national mining congress
The eleventh national convention of the American mining congress adjourned in Pittsburg after four days. Officers elected include J. H. Richards of Boise as president and E. G. Bromley of Denver among directors. Resolutions urged mine disaster prevention and a 1 percent tax per ton on soft coal to help widows and injured miners. Taft telegram praised the congress and pledged government support.
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Pittsburg
The
American Mining Congress
Colonial Annex Hotel
J. H. Richards
Boise
Idaho
E. R. Buckley
Flat River
John Dearn
Salt Lake City
W. F. R. Mills
Denver
J. I. Galbraith
E. G. Bromley
Colo
H. Foster Bain
Urbana
Ill
Samuel A. Taylor
Bromley
Taft
Optician Promises Satisfaction or Money Back
A Montana optical shop offers glasses with the guarantee of satisfaction or money back. The ad states immediate eye aid at 22 West Park in Mayer's store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Montana Optical CO
West Park
Mayer's
Labor groups opposeWashoe injunction in Butte protest
Forty two labor organizations in Silver Bow voice strong opposition to a federal injunction targeting the Washoe smelter at Anaconda Montana. They warn closure would cause irretrievable damage and urge delaying any action until the court matter is resolved. A copy of the resolutions is sent to President Roosevelt senators Carter Dixon Pray congressman and published for the press. Butte December 6 1908. Smoke El Grifo clear Havana cigars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Butte
Washington
Roosevelt
Silver Bow Trades and Labor Assembly
Anaconda
Mont
Butta
Silver
Theodore Roosevelt
United States
Thomas H. Carter
Joseph M. Dixon
Charles N. Pray
Congress
John M'Mullen
Thomas J. Ganter
Kerr Beadle
Robert C. Scott
W. C. Roscorf
James T. Parks
H. A. Wiedenback
O. M. Partelow
Silver Bow Trades and Labor Council
Immigrant Welfare Debate Sparks Socialist Fear in Churches
Rev Charles Stelzle of New York warned delegates to the federal council of the Churches of Christ in America that neglect of immigrant welfare invites socialism preached on street corners. He urged churches to address religious and moral needs of newcomers to curb the perceived menace. The council also declined to investigate the Anti-Saloon League, finding no grounds to interfere.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
Federal Council of the Churches of Christ In America
Charles Stelzle
New York
Stelzie
Department of Church and Labor
Presbyterian Church
Anti-Saloon League
Western Pacific completes Jamus Beck tunnel in Sierra crossing
The final bore of the Spring Garden tunnel on the Gould extension to the Pacific coast was finished in 7 306 feet. After 27 months of work the tunnel allows a Sierra crossing at 5 019 feet and enables the line to finish with a grade under 1 percent.
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Salt Lake City
Utah
Spring Garden
Western Pacific
Gould
Pacific Coast
Jamus Beckwith Pass
Sierras
Man Charged With Malicious Mischief in North Wyoming Street Break
W. C. O'Brien was arrested last night on charges of malicious mischief for breaking a plate glass window valued at 85 dollars in the Butte brewery saloon on North Wyoming Street. He claims the fall through the window was accidental.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. C. O'Brien
Butte Brewery
Wyoming Street
Four times as much service for your money offer
Four times as much service for your money over the Automatic phone Atoms service quarter cont ap hews.
Butte Briefs Show Local Visits and Deaths
James Tallack travels to Rochester Minnesota for an operation. Mrs. Rathbone and Mrs Yesrin visit Butte after greeting local friends. Emma Cheline dies at 300 West Second Street. funeral arrangements announced. John Leahy funeral held at 9:30 at 105 Sutter Street and St Patrick's. Fred Russler returns from Reno and heads to Great Falls. Matters are quiet in Nevada per Russler.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Tallack
Rochester
Minn
Withrop Raymond
Sheridan
Butte
R. R. Rathbone
Dillon
Elizabeth Yesrin
Salmon City
Idaho
Thornton
W. R. Merk
Spokane
Emil Hansen
Salt Lake
Emma
Joseph Cheline
West Second Street
John Leahy
Patrick L. Leahy
Sutter Street
St. Patrick's Church
Fred Russler
Great Falls
Reno
Ney
Nevada
Centerville Juniors blank Butte eleven 10 to 0
Centerville Juniors defeated Butte yesterday 10 to 0. Danah known as Curly Dan and Callahan starred for Centerville in the football clash.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Butte
Centerville
Danah
Curly Dan
Callahan
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Butte News
Standard
Mast Broadway
Independent
Orton Bros
Meinhart
South Main
Ashlock
Osteopath
Owsley Block
Albrecht’s Furs
W. Park
McLaughlin Coal Co
Simon
S. Main
Pipestone Springs
William Pearn
Cornwall
Olive Brasier
State Savings Bank
Sherman
Madison County
F. H. D. Bangs
Greatalls
George W. Watering
Sam _ Treloar and
West Third Street
P. O. News
Fred J. Brule
Walkerville
Engineering Corps
Con
N. W. Lattridge
G. D. Louisberg
P. O
Lizzie Richmond
Ben Hager
Lima
Regal
Red Boot Shoe Company
North Main Street
William Meyer
Tonkin Company
East Park
Clothery, Tonkin Company
East Park Street
Jays
Madison County Monitor
Freeman Humes
Carl Swanstrum, Sr
Blaine
John Maginn
Bozeman
Gallatin Valley
J. Q. Clifford
VF Ranch
Madison Valley
Bishop J. P. Carroll
Advent
Sacred Heart
St. Patrick'’s
Christ
Atterbury
James Farmer Y
DRS. McKendry & Hannifin Butte Optical Co
Corner Park and
Dakota Streets
Macaulay
Undertaker Richards
Just
Dead Man's Watch
Romaina
Darky
White Boy
Weggenman & Mund, Inc
North Main
Depres
Organizations
Forward Resola
Havana
LABOR
Rian Church
Mewvace
Butte Briefs
Newbro Drug Co
F. A. Ironside
California
John F. Miller
Home Baking Co
Schilling
Duffy
Duffy’s
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