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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1903
Page
22
A list of prizes includes a Gent's solid 14k gold watch valued at 100 dollars, a Lady's diamond valued at 75 dollars, a Lady's solid 1k gold watch valued at 50 dollars, a Boy's 14k gold filled watch valued at 85 dollars, and a five piece silver tea set valued at 40 dollars.
A local jeweler touts an unusually large stock this year with every diamond sold fully represented and guaranteed. The pitch emphasizes accuracy of descriptions and a wide selection for buyers seeking quality gemstones.
Our Wholesale Connections claim lower diamond costs than regular markets enabling cheaper sales. Rings range from 1.50 to 450 dollars, brooches 10 to 500 dollars, scarfpins 250 dollars, earrings 6 to 400 dollars. A large line of solitaire rings for ladies and gents is listed at 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, and 50 dollars.
Dr Ferdinand Gattan testified Beckman was insane when he killed Helen Kelly in the Dakota Block on Oct 15 and remains so, detailing paranoia forms and mental illness origins. The cross examination covered Beckman's Ancient Order of United Workmen application and possible insurance motives, with the trial drawing crowds and ongoing expert scrutiny.
Large demand for beautiful china souvenirs prompts the shop to continue for several days to serve purchasers. Mayer displays are priced in big plain figures, offering the lowest prices seen. Mrs McMahon, wife of Michael McMahon, is mentioned in the local item.
A valley resident, daughter of Mr and Mrs Austin, who came from Virginia, was buried yesterday at the Catholic cemetery. The family enjoyed a wide circle of acquaintances and friends in the community.
W A Clark mining properties announce changes in leadership. H J Allen resigns as United Verde general manager in Arizona. Charles W Clark, son of a senator, to succeed him. Will L Clark to become resident manager of United Verde Properties. H R Siderfin promoted to assistant manager of the Butte reduction works under Mr Wethey, filling Will Clark’s vacated post.
The court set twelve names for trial on the criminal calendar. Notable cases include Bettie Two Murder and Running Deer Running Deer RL facing insanity defenses. James Little Plume and James Houseman accompany other charges, with audits of sanity and defense counsel Carleton and Russet.
The Montana Supreme Court denied the writ in the Durand case from Silver Bow county. Durand, deceased, had divorced his first wife and remarried before death. The judgment was not entered, the first wife sought to set it aside, then the second wife did so, and the application was closed. The record shows novel procedural moves by the court.
Special dispatch reports the four Supreme Court candidates, including D. A. Prior and Clarence Boardman of Great Falls, Johtte and A C McDaniels of Butte, were successful last week. The notice advertises stock for sale in Butte and Helena listings.
Experts on free lunch pig snouts and Limburger cheese testified in Judge Harney’s court as part of a suit between Liver & Co of Omaha and Ker uck Liquor of Butte. The case centered on a failed free lunch program and alleged spoiled goods claimed to have spoiled before arriving in Butte. The jury returned a unanimous verdict for Liver.
A theater in Texas faced disruption as an auditor repeatedly drank from his seat and caused disturbances. After leaving, he demanded admission again, claiming payment and equality, but the doorkeeper refused due to intoxication. The scene escalated with heated exchanges and questions about entry.
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