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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1912
Page
3
City authorities announce intensified enforcement to curb speeding, red light violations, and lamp departures by auto drivers. Additional patrols will be stationed citywide to monitor traffic, with harsher penalties for reckless piloting and neglect of lamp use after dark.
The annual financial statement for Deet Ledge county reports total expenses including sheriff, court, and miscellaneous items, with a net indebtedness decrease of 11,182.13 and a treasury balance of 1,136.49. Warrants paid 91,793.82 and taxes issued 107,181.15. Assessed property value stands at 9,651,973.
Walter Healy and Anfia O’Donnell wed yesterday at Bt. Peles church. After a wedding breakfast at the mother Mrs. Mickset McNelly’s on Gost Park street, they departed for a wedding trip. AW members of Sincerity No. 8 are to meet Friday at 3:30 pm to attend the funeral of Sir Knigil Genree Strakel.
The Standard announces a 0 page holiday edition for the fifteenth, with 25 000 copies printed. Orders to allocate copies must be sent or delivered to the Hoste or Anaconda office. Price is five cents per copy, wrapped, and orders should be placed today or tomorrow.
The Brooklyn Eagle notes a humorous look at money types in the United States. A writer claims there are ten kinds of money in circulation, with the government preparing new, nicer bills to replace the old ones as they are retired.
A compact explainer lists common money forms used in payments. It notes that many items like gold and silver certificates national bank notes and foreign coins are not universally legal tender yet still play roles in settling debts and government dues. The piece highlights denominations and the varying acceptability of items such as silver dollars half dollars and quarter dollars for specific amounts.
London reports a lively committee stage on the Home Rule Bill with demonstrations outside Parliament and an important debate. The bill’s progress saw the house adjourn, opposition amendments debated, and key clauses on Welsh establishments and franchise reform under scrutiny as the government aims to pass the measure before Parliament adjourns.
A humorous feature describes blanketlike bark from a tree used in Ecuador to produce a long soft material. It notes the rough gray exterior, sun drying, and the finished product that can be made into compact bundles. The piece also mentions Miss Kate Barnard continuing her charitable work in Oklahoma.
A stream of city brief items lists visitors and residents. Names include Roach, Binith, Mike Teganwan, Waller, Chappelle, Exeter, Oliver, Sehlapgt, Arthur Fuchechorer, France of Rulto, Jamey Moran, John Hannon, Ri M Johnson, Mrs W H Colling, Totquert jars, A B Anderson of Divide, Horus McGrath, George AfcArdle, J A Whittaker, OD I Nelf, J Klein, David Evens, Bree engraving, Hammerslough, David Evans, and G C Co. Multiple ads note groceries, furniture, skating, billiards, Christmas cutlery, and a recital at the Presbyterian church. Local events include dance at Warm Springs, a basket party, and a Stevens concert in Butte.
Exhibitors present muff bags of velvet with long silk cords and braided handles, suitable for festive or casual use. A collection features numerous pistol-like ponlar bags crafted in leather, expanding the display amid afternoon shopping.
A short program and refreshments announced for eight oclock. Acacia Lodge No. 33 AF and AM tonight at eight. Work in F H. A degree. By order of W. Molow. Lieutmen, secretary. Mr and Mrs Lemmon and children journeying to Pennsylvania to visit relatives and friends with new silverware gifts. A Hardware sale and Rogers Bros silverware discounts advertised. Major local ads for automotive and grocery items.
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