Butte Current Notes from a City Visit Summary
Butte notes list numerous visitors and locals in town for business and leisure, including Pearson of Taivingston, B L Wallace of Wisdom, JW Sing of Helena, F Kellendall, and many others. Mentions hospital, hotel, and transportation details plus local business and social activity. A Ferguson County visitor and various railroad staff are noted, along with holiday shopping notes at the P.O. news stand.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tonkin’s
Orton Ros New Method Laundry
Ind
Phono
Pearson
Taivingston
B. L. Wallace
Wisdom
Finien
JW. Sing
Helena
Lekeat
Yenterd
Duff
Dillon
F. Kellendall
Fecile
Howard G. Lloyd
Southern Cross
Thornton
F Colling
Chicago
C. Tolerson
Garnette
L. Silloway
Ailes City
H. L. Stamp
Lew
H. J. McDonald
Murray Hospital
M. Schlee
Fergus County
Metropol
Board plans use of new school construction soon
The school district reports nearing completion of the new building and considers purchasing furniture for delivery when turnover occurs. A four machine equipment addition for arithmetic drills was approved on Superintendent Downer’s recommendation. Current expenses audits total 597.8. November tax receipts reach 230,484.04 with 610 cash withdrawals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Emory Breim
Washington
Siiking
Christman
Downer
Iite Association
MaKinn
Native Butte Couple Weds in Solemn Home Ceremony
At 9 pm Rev Dr Groeneveld united Edgar Wild and Caroline Wharton, both natives of Butte and Butte High School graduates. The wedding, witnessed only by immediate families, took place at Caroline's home. The pair, who plan a brief honeymoon in Denver, will return on Christmas Day. Caroline, daughter of J R Wharton, studied at the University of Montana Missoula with honors. Edgar, son of Levi S Wild, grew up in Butte and holds a four-year degree from the University of Wisconsin, then entered mining business.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. R. Wharton
Butte
University ‘of
Hutte
University of Wisconsin
Variety of Overcoats on Display in All Models
We show a very large assortment of overcoats in all the different models. Dress overcoats, Balmacaan coats, regular business coats, big ulster overcoats, fur lined coats and motor coats.
Skating Mackinaw Coats and Mark Cross Leather Goods Display
A special display features Skating Mackinaw coats sweater coats and Anagra coats along with warm caps and gloves showcasing Mark Cross fine leather goods.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mark Cross
Pendleton Bathrobes Offered by Butte Agents
We are agents in Butte for the Pendleton woolen mills showing a full line of bath robes. Rich colorings original designs pure wool and also Indian robes and motor robes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pendleton
Butte
Pendleton Woolen Mills
Souvenirs A poinsettia giveaway to customers
A festive note highlights a poinsettia giveaway to customers as a seasonal souvenir event. The brief item emphasizes appreciation and holiday cheer, linking the plant to customer goodwill and the store’s seasonal appeal.
Quiet Wedding Brings Warm Wishes to Southern Cross Couple
A modest wedding at Southern Cross surprised many friends who sent heartfelt congratulations as the newlyweds plan to reside at the Iat place. The ceremony was simple, but the response from guests was uniformly joyous and supportive.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Erty
Southern Cross
Sulzer's New Party Plan Endorsed by The Days
Utica N Y Dec 15 After a conference with former Governor Sulzer the prohibition state committee adopted a resolution calling for presentation to the national committee of Sulzer plan for a new party He envisions a union of Prohibition progressive and American parties with a 1916 victory forecast National prohibition would be a plank along with woman suffrage an international Peace conference and a tax schedule commission
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Utica
Sulzer
Prohibition State Committee
National Committee
National Prohibition
Stores Keep Open For Late Shoppers This Week
Beginning Saturday evening stores in Hutte will stay open late and on Thursday December 24 all retail shops will remain open if customers need service The merchants branch of the chamber of commerce approved the plan to aid shoppers delaying Christmas purchases groceries and other needs The notice cites past disappointments from limited hours and explains the aim to prevent hardship on last minute shoppers by extending hours during the final pre Christmas days
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hutte
Merchants’ Branch
Chamber of Commerce
Famiiow
Butte Briefs Recap of Local Happenings
Tim Sullivan left St. James hospital for his Centerville home and is recovering well. Tom Martin of Centerville fire department was the butt of a prank by colleagues after his wedding. Mrs. Kate Morrissey of 206 South Montana street injured on an icy sidewalk and confined to bed with a broken ankle. James Brady, Civil War veteran with the Forty-Seventh New York, departed Butte for Los Angeles. Mrs. Kate Clark visited Eureka Utah with P. H. McCarthy after a friend’s sudden illness. Sunrise saloon hosts a grand dance on Saturday December 19, invitations extended. George Wotz.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
LM. Hughes
Northern Express Company
T. Rosenfield
Anaconda
A. L. Cox
Ailes City
Leroy Blue
Butte
Spokane
Indianapoli
J. B. Fitzgerald
Milwaukee
Vern V. Harrison
Vancouver
Tim Sullivan
St. James’ Hospital
Centerville
Silver Row National Bank
Federal Reserve
P.O. News
Troloar
Burlington
Chicago
P. O
Johnson
Montana
Norther Par Fille
Gilmore & Pittsburg
Tom Martin
Mra
Kate Morrissey
South
Montana Street
James Brady
Forty-Seventh New York Infantry
Los Angeles
Kate Clark
Eureka
Utah
P. H. McCarthy
Man Admits 1902 Pittsburg Murder in Drunken Confession
In Portland, E Rosnar confessed to police that he killed Mrs Mathew Man in Pittsburg on July 4 1902 or 1903. He was heavily intoxicated but persisted in the confession and said he left Pittsburg with a wife and child believed still living there.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Portland
Ore
E. Rosnar
Mathew Man
Pittsburg
Rosnar
Winar
Water Power Debate Weighs Plains for Leasing Bill
H J Pierce of Seattle told the Senate Public Lands Committee that available hydro power in the United States, about 200 909 000 horsepower today, would not attract investment under the proposed water power site leasing bill. He opposed the measure as revocable leases would hinder capital in development.
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Washington
Vec
United States
H. J. Pierce
Settle
Senate Publicaws Committee
House
Wilson
Lane
Pierce
Death of Rea Patriot Ends Young Volunteer’s War Service
Paris reports the death of Harthott, son of former Premier Barthot, at age 18 from wounds received at Thann. He volunteered for service in the first weeks of the war and, declining an easier station, asked to be sent to the firing line, where he was mortally wounded.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
Barthot
Thann
Harthott
Anow
Covert Clath
Women Will Be Heard Committee Seeks War Prevention Meeting
New York December 15 The Women’s Political Union announced that a committee of three members left for Washington to meet Secretary Bryan by appointment tomorrow to present their case to prevent war.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
The
Women's Political Union
Ef Ite
Washington
Seite Bryan
Financial conditions improve across United States report
Washington reports to the Federal Reserve Board that bank leaders describe markedly improved financial conditions nationwide. Credit conditions are described as exceptionally good with abundant reserves and cheap short-term money as the year ends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
United States
Federal Reserve Board
Dresden Heard rem Lima Pursuit of Fristol Begins
RESDENT HEARD rem Lima Peru Dec 1 The Dresden left Punta Arenas without coal The British cruiser Fristol has gone in pursuit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lima
Peru
Punta’ Arenas
Fristol
Local firm lands big order for wool boots
Hastings manufacter receives from France an order for 108000 pairs of wool boots for French soldiers. Shipment to fit 10 cars to be completed by January 15, 1915.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hastings
Auich
France
Miners in Butte face internal clash over Moyer and officers
J C Mahoney, vice president of the Western Federation of Miners, arrived in Butte to mediate a growing rift between the federation leadership and the Butte Miners union No 1. The recall vote initiated by the Butte Miner’s union accuses Charles Moyer and Lowney and Miller of misusing funds and attempting to seize property. Mahoney cautioned against extraneous attacks and said he would seek to adjust the troubles. In a separate item, Frank Colligan, longtime Butte truancy officer, died after a kidney illness leading to surgery. he was 41 and survived by wife Annie and three sisters and three brothers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J.C. Mahoney
Western Federation of Miners
Butte
Bute Miners’ Union
Charles Moyer
Guy Miller
J.C. Lowney
Miller
Lowney
Moyer
Miler
Arenature
Mahoney
Federation
Aftee
Ween
Mhoney
Thoee
U Plon
Butte Miners’ Union
Denver
Frank Colligan
Collman
Patrick Colligan
Dover
N. J
Green Campbell
Silver Star
Industrial School
Putte
Knights of Columbus
Colligan
Annie In
North Maintreet
Walkerville
Mra
John McKenna
MC. Grace
Miss Grace
John
Gorn
In Butte
Black Rock Adds More Men Daily at Butte & Superior
Repairs resumed and work rapidly increasing at the Butte and Superior mine. Five hundred men were put to work yesterday with 1200 expected by tomorrow, and the regular force to be back by week’s end. Officials believe the shaft trouble will not recur due to new timbering and reinforcements. Bernard Gay, 45, died at home on Colorado street with funeral arrangements pending.
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Butte & Superior
Stiners
Bernard Gay
Colorado Street
European police systems show state control and professional selection
A Century writer surveys European policing, noting national government control and local mayors rarely appointing chiefs. Officials are chosen for suitability, not political power, with training and prior service common. Examples include London’s Sir Edward Henry and Vienna’s dual paths to police leadership, reflecting policing as a distinct profession rather than military lineage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward Henry
Metropolitan Force
London
India
Vienna
Ent
Italian police head career path stresses university training
In Rome and across Europe the police service favors officials with university law degrees and gradual promotion. Dr Domenica Castaldi, newly named commissioner in Rome, exemplifies a career built on legal education and long government service.
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Domenica Castaldi
Polie
Rome
Ancona
Naples
Italy
Hin Cage
Rot
Ormany
Austria-Hungary
Jurlate
University
School of Law
Vienna
Police Department
Military Fashion Notes Highlight Sharp Upstanding Collars
Military styling dominates current dress with upstanding collars described as smart and trim. Observers note the upstanding ruffs are increasingly worn, shaping a precise, formal look across uniforms and civilian attire alike.
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East Broadway
TelePhone &8
Optician Main St
Charles Johnson
X. A. McLeodnage
Dumarse
Srs
Fane Mottis
West
Guna
Magner
George Gordon
Thea Hager
Delete
F. O. Selway
Republican
W. Keo
Mt Resutec
Sntee
Guty
B. Eving
Vit
Sinfacity
Pinien Feiteday Roeering
Mips
Washington School
Rey
Butte Briefs
George Wotz
Rea Patriot
Resden
Rem
F. Colligan
Western Federation IX Conference
J. Lowney
New Jersey
Black Rock
Linz
Hamapphires
Hamre
Hudson Bay
North Main Street
Police IN
Europe
Onts
Turkey
G. A. Rickeardeon
Hodelda
Gale
Drewes
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