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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1917
Page
9
Thousands seek Dr Edwards Olive Tablets to correct liver and bowel issues rather than tonics. A purely vegetable concoction mixed with olive oil stimulates the liver, clears the tongue, improves appetite and energy, and aids digestion. Take one or two at bedtime. 25c per box. widely available at druggists.
Butte police offer 450 in bounties for desertion arrests and convictions. Detectives Morrissey and Kimball top list with two deserters each, earning 100 each after conviction. Several arrests and smaller rewards follow as officers pursue desertion cases and slacker arrests under the draft law.
Government orders target Austria-Hungary natives males 14 and older in the United States. Rules ban departure without presidential permit, restrict entry, and authorize arrest for aiding the enemy or violating regulations. Officials note concerns from manufacturers about wartime labor and potential harm to production.
Washington December 12 The Webb export bill to legalize joint selling ventures by American exporters was approved by the Senate 51 to 11 It came after President Wilson urged enactment in a recent address The measure had passed the House last June and now goes to conference An amendment limiting abroad maintenance of selling agencies was rejected Strong party lines marked final vote with Democrats Hitchcock King Reed Trammell and Vardaman dissenting and Republicans Borah Cummins Grenna Kenyon La Follette Norris supporting The long debated bill neared final agreement by conferees
Spokane December 12. Orders halted draft recruit subscriptions at sub stations in Butte Missoula Helena and Falls Montana were issued today. Enlistments must be completed by Saturday noon. Captain Kelso said delays in trains prevent extensions and some Montana recruits may travel to Spokane at their own expense to attempt enlistment before the deadline.
A large Northwest printed story claiming a scheme involving US and British forces prompted the Army to flood its offices with hay. Captain M D Welty and Brigadier General Irons denied any such plan and said authorities were never approached. YWCA leaders deny any contemplated scheme. In another note, admiralty reports 14 vessels over 1600 tons sunk by mines or submarines in the last week. Chicago AL owners adjourn after a long session without deciding war policy impacts.
New York Dec 12 The natl league meeting stalled with routine business ahead of adjournment and no action on playing rules or player limits being taken until officials meet in Chicago with American league owners. Also notes on wrestlers Windele Zbyenko and Irish Pat Cline and bouts in New York.
The funeral of Nate Burton aged ten years will take place this Thursday afternoon at the Dukeans undertaking parlors.
Larry Duggan is listed with Relinbig Undertaker and Tribalmer on North Man Street with the phone number 770 listed.
The remains of Jon Gustafson lie at Walsh's undertaking rooms awaiting the arrival of his brother from North Dakota. Funeral arrangements to be announced later.
M J Walsh Co funeral directors and equipment provider listing shows contact details with Park Bt bile and a phone reference, indicating local funeral services and related equipment offerings. The fragment signals a small business directory item rather than a full obituary or notice.
The body of Edward Blonger Jr is at Whites Undertaking Parlors and will be shipped to Missoula for interment at a later announced date. Family funeral details noted for Lisetta Sone, 6.1a daughter of Mr and Mrs Reisen of year 61 South Mal, who died yesterday. Charles M. Carne, 1‑month‑old son of Mr and Mrs Harry Chine of Lone Gown Avenue, died Saturday evening with a funeral planned for Friday at 2 PM at their home.
Multiple faded notices list funeral plans for Thomas Kavanaugh Samuel Blogs Jane Foote and John Reinholm. Interments set at Holy Cross Mount Moriah Cryus cemetery with services at St Josephs church and other local premises. Arrangements incomplete as of reporting.
The funeral for Thomas S. Rodda will be held this afternoon at the family residence in West Alumina. The service will continue at Mount Moriah, with interment to follow.
Official notice lists contact at 1 West Broadway with phone numbers ozs4W and 1500. The entry provides a storefront address and a telephonic channel for inquiries.
An old fashioned ad extols Sloan's Liniment for rheumatism stiffness and poor circulation. It claims quick relief, penetrates without rubbing, and is easier and cleaner than plasters. Suitable for rheumatism, stiff neck, lameness, sprains, bruises, and toothache with wide household use and pricing of 20c and 1.00.
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