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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1914
Page
10
Dion December fire erupts in the dormitory kitchen at the Normal College in Dillon. A defective flue caused the blaze. city firefighters gained control within an hour. Damage is listed at 3500 with heavy smoke filling the building and students rushing to safety. meals were served as the dormitory was cleared.
Washington December 14 the house appropriations committee cut a thousand dollars from the assay office budget for Helena Montana keeping the total at seven thousand dollars identical to the current year. The treasury secretary had urged larger cuts but the panel approved a small reduction aiding western offices and Montana senators.
Lewistown starts a municipal skating pond at Park addition site by turning on the water. Women begin courthouse registration as the city prepares for a busy April election. The local typographical union lines up annual printers hall Christmas night at Armory hall with committee members Rees, McGinnis, Fitzhugh, and office.
Readable fragments indicate Stephens participates in a morning event at Locke with Bud Connote and an ascent toward St. Pats. The items suggest a local ceremony or activity tied to a St. Patrick’s theme, with early timing and community figures named.
The funeral for the late Valen tine Kropf will be held at Sherman Funeral Chapel this afternoon with interment at Mount Moriah Cemetery.
The body of the late Mrs Greiale Abraham, who died in New fork city, will arrive in Butte tomorrow and will be removed to the Park wheel residence to take place Thursday after public services. Joseph Richards Funeral Director and Embalmer, 15-198 Montana Street, Butte, Mont.
Montana officials plan an Appropriation of about 865 000 dollars for a Montana exposition commission. David Hilger of Lewis town chairs the effort and argues state representation at the fairs should be funded by the state rather than charity. The commission has operated without pay, and members traveled the state and to California at their own expense.
A colored man identified as Baspoo Kopatain was arrested at the Deer Lodge depot after a train from Geld Sreek. He carried three small dogs in a large grip. the animals caused noise en route to the jail. Kopatam was jailed on larceny charges after the dogs were turned over to personnel. Myrtle Shea, a Gold Creek teacher, reported seeing the show the previous evening.
Philipsburg faced no fire protection as a water mains break left the city dry. A furnace flue ignited wall wainscoting and stacked mail sacks, but a bucket brigade kept the blaze from spreading. One mail sack with registered parcels burned. total damage under $100. The luncheon for Belgian relief netted $813 for Red Cross. Mrs J J Carmichael hosted a F P F club birthday gathering for Ruth Carmichael with gifts for each guest.
Kenneth Danielle arrived from New York where he pursues art studies and has had cover desks accepted by leading eastern magazines. Mrs L W Curn and two children visited. Presbyterian Sunday school plans a Christmas Play titled How Mea Santa Claus Saved the Day. Lawrence Gullette celebrated a birthday with friends. a game prize went to Lloyd Kelley. A lunch was served. notice seeks return of a lost item residents asked to return lot and eye glasses to Box 0 Standard Butte.
Deer Lodge December 14 a burglary charge was made against Jess Ogan Kessner with James Neon of Helmville. Kessner formerly lived near Tomlinson in Helmville valley and moved to Spokane last August. A gold watch and chain disappeared from Tomlinson. The chain’s description was given to Sheriff Neville and other officers, including Spokane police. Kessner allegedly offered the chain to a Spokane pawnbroker for 15 dollars and accompanied the pawnbroker to the depot to finalize the sale, leaving money to pay for it. The chain was identified by Deer Lodge sheriff’s office from the description. Kessner was found at Post Falls near Spokane and arrested by Powell County Sheriff, returned to Deer Lodge, and posted 30 dollars cash bond. Arraignment set for next Saturday at 9 o’clock. The weather has been near zero for a week, with Deer Lodge at 10 below, Gold Creek and Helmville at 20 below. County Commissioner Wyckoff, returning from Helmville, said the divide breeze was not Chinook.
Helena December report on the Montana supreme court session. Dr Th C W Smith of Townsend seeks a writ directing Judge Matthews to order two Justices to take testimony in a contest over C B Muttyngs claim to the senate seat from Broadwater county. Arguments centered on if the corrupt practices act alters preexisting electoral contest law.
White Sulphur Springs December news notes birth reports a son to Mr and Mrs J L Johnston Tay Kinyon returns from Butte with Mrs Kinyon at Murray hospital wife improving John Smith frozen near Copper brought to Menzies hospital county commissioners F B Webster Joe Shawmut W J Starrett Martins Gale and F P Edwards meet in session BF Beckwith of Butte LW Johnson of Minneapolis visitors D W Hughes of Missoula H S Manning of Helena Frank Smith Judith Gap county commissioner visiting Hotel Sherman guests include Ed Thoreson Lennep A B Jordan Beloit Wis P Carroll Ringling Sig Carson Shawmut Arthur Johanson Sion City FM Health Butte C G Gad Ais Fort Logan Harry Russell St Paul W B Garrius Billings A Bndrews Judith Gap A L Jaqueth Kalispell C P Wells Harlowton HM Wells Roy H Alpert Butte J Spector Philadelphia Dr Holloway Finlowton John G Pickering Townsend Mrs R Colling hosts fancy-work party with many attendees Mrs Luther Stewart visiting San Francisco plan to join husband
In Dillon News today, Robert faces charges related to a summer motor trip with Patterson and Williams. Strayton’s partner pleaded guilty and received a 12 year prison term. An ex convict previously served time at Wyoming State Penitentiary Randas.
London reports the Dutch steamer Oranje Nassau rescued an injured British officer and his mechanic after their seaplane forced an emergency sea descent. The pair initially refused to abandon the craft until assurances they would not be interned in Holland. The Oranje Nassau was bound to Holland and had been over Belgium when the incident occurred.
Helens December 4 The banks of Montana are in a prosperous condition and doing solid business per state bank examiner H M Magraw. The report notes deposits and loans rose from Sept 12 to Oct 31 versus the prior period. Loans and bond investments increased by about half a million dollars. loans to other banks also rose. savings declined slightly while checking accounts grew. Reserve stood at 28 percent. 207 state banks on Oct 1 were few private banks remaining.
Washington December 14 The United States right to reclaim a large arid area in Northern Montana with water diverted from the St Mary and Milk rivers was discussed before the international joint com. action was postponed to permit further investigation at the request Newel director of the United reclamation service.
Bozeman reports the agricultural college teams travel to Lewiston Idaho to compete in the Northwestern Livestock Show with team members Ernest Border Mordimer Lott Edward Noble Otto Baten Charles Gray replacing Charles Whipple and later to Portland for the International Livestock Exposition accompanied by Professor Martin. A second team includes William June Robert Gray Kennedy John Murray and Warren Brewster with judging duties in Lewiston before returning home. Also notes the funeral of Mrs J W Dawes in Bozeman and surviving children plus 15 grandchildren.
New York police chief says professional criminals have almost disappeared and explains crime prevention via cooperation with charitable groups and employment offices. He notes fewer pro criminals today, with more youths driven to crime by hunger, and urges public help.
Telegrams were sent to Congressmen Stout and Evans by Butte Castors and congregations urging support for national prohibition. The Silver Bow Ministerial Association held a meeting where Phe Clinton Brockway read Jesus and Jew. Rabbi Wit led the discussion as Brockway argued the New Testament differs in teaching due to the finetoes eetcoreceesret at deopie during the time btween the sidan new testaments.
Danconnell, charged with the murder of Dennis Herting, attempts to post bonds before his arraignment. Herting died from a stab wound during transfer from his Tutte residence to a train bound for San Francisco. Connell claims self defense and is reported as resisting arrest.
Harris Dean, formerly of Arizona Street, left a wife and one son, two sisters Mrs TJ Bennetts and Mrs Dora Reese in Rochester, Minn. He worked for two years in the county assessor's office and was known as an electrician. No funeral arrangements will be made until word is received from his Rochester sisters.
Weather report notes a break in the present cold spell in Butte with warmer readings across Southern and Eastern Montana. Temperatures rose about five degrees from Sunday, reaching around 20 degrees above zero last night while the region sees a shift toward milder conditions before Christmas.
The band TONtGHT performs at the Holland rink with Manager Jim Byrne urging most Butte skaters to attend. A cold snap has left the ice in fine condition and arrangements are set to handle a large crowd tonight.
Louis Brown aged 38 died yesterday in a local hospital after a brief illness. Born in Michigan he had lived in Montana for two years and was employed as a chauffeur by Craven Holmes garage. Funeral arrangements will be announced later.
Boston dispatch reports conditions in Turkey remained relatively quiet through mid November. Advices from the American Board of Commissioners for Foreign Missions in Constantinople note destruction of property and searches at foreign institutions but no personal harm. Dr. James L. Barton sought fresh information from Washington to ease concerns over six weeks of no cable updates. Private Vienna messages announce the death of William McGarvey, founder and president of the Aus-
A fragment chronicles the life of a Canadian born magnate who moved to Austria for his seventieth birthday year and built a fortune within the Galician region. One daughter wed Count Eberhard von Zeppelin, nephew of the famed airship pioneer, linking the family to the Zeppelin legacy.
From Naco Arizona December 14 Governor Joseph Maytorena denies receiving orders to stop firing into the American side as Villa troops press the attack. U.S. border units reinforce with Ninth and Tenth Cavalry, two batteries and machine guns. Casualties reported as light, with no major losses on either side.
Washington reports the 135 million dollar cotton loan fund was approved by southern state representatives. They estimate four to five million bales must be kept over to next year and that about 150 million dollars may be needed to cover the surplus. A natural credit expansion in the South is deemed essential to use the fund.
Buenos Ayres December 14 British warships entered the Straits of Magellan in pursuit of the German cruiser Dresden now at Punta Arenas Chile The Dresden is officially reported damaged and will be allowed repairs before internment or later capture
Vancouver BC December 14 Bank of Vancouver suspends payment citing war related aid shortfalls and local confidence issues. Directors say assets total 1 098 001 with liabilities 379 000 and note circulation unsettled. US banks report cash in vaults and reserves near legal minimums, while central reserve cities show evidence of strains in the banking system.
Rotterdam via London dated December 15 reports La Belgique confirming retreat of German troops toward prepared positions east of the Yser. Masses concentrated around Bruges Thielt and Courtrai with general HQ at Thielt.
Belgrade reports capture of Przemysl and Cracow fortresses near to Przemys and Cracow with 9000 prisoners. Western theater shows no major development. French claim artillery gains near Metz while German bulletins dispute. Turkish front quiet as Enver Pasha leads Caucasian army and Talaat Bey becomes war minister amid rising sectarian tensions.
London dispatch cites a Petrograd report stating the German invasion reached a high-water mark last Saturday but failed to break the Russian defense. The piece notes Russia may retire to favorable positions behind Warsaw and shift to flank maneuvers, signaling a strategic pause.
Dispatches from Berlin via The Hague describe a morning to evening artillery duel in Upper Alsace as French efforts to advance toward Altkirch meet heavy fire. Meanwhile Polish front lines stabilize after Lodz capture, with Austro German forces forcing Russian withdrawals in the Carpathians as reinforcements concentrate on the plains for a decisive move.
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