Tales of Butte pioneer miner and rancher’s long life
Widow McGinnis recalls Montana mining days and the rise of railroads. He65, a lifelong prospector from Madison valley, built a homestead at Jack Creek, worked for ranchers, saved for a bank account, and weathered hard winters. Now 72 years at one location, he reflects on the old timers, independence, and the dream of stability as a new generation etches his story into local memory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McGinnis
Montana
Furmer
Madison Valley
Tie
Wade Bly
Mie Bunen
Prospector
Tonever
Jongoer
Ethan Moms
Metinnis
Milton Wiltey
Bina
Lin Me- Tinnis Ranch
Uiet
Goa Nebehlor
Iin
Virginia Giky
Clark
Bill
Anty Drudge Advises Fels Naptha Over Washboilers
Antique advice column touts Fels Naptha as superior for washing in cool or lukewarm water. It claims grease removal quickens, no boiling or hard rubbing needed, and even polishing glazes glass and china. Directions are printed on the wrapper.
Woman Pleads Guilty in False Color Swindle Case
Dee alte and Magy Nelson, both 21, arrested weeks ago on obtaining goods by false pretense, faced charges in superior court. One pleaded guilty to petty larceny. trial awaits on the more serious charge as prosecutors insist the thief aimed to fund a costly lifestyle. The accused, claimed to be married to a Portland magnate, faced potential fines on the original charge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alte
Dee
Nelson
Gil
Ghd
Siaide Department Stores
Portland
Tee
Roosevelt public reception in Kampala during expedition
Colonel Kermit Roosevelt and accompanying officers arrived by steamer and were met by local officials. A public reception followed with a parade of dignitaries including Governor Marwles and King Ns fai Clive of Wamu. The visit included a tour of the city center and meetings with local leaders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kampela
Eunda
Vos
Gonmulsstoner Marwles
Colanel Tooruvelt
Cate Har Yar
Trou Kiniebbe
Jewel Ientebbe
Rd Kermit Roosevelt
Hiacheon
Raverni
Howse
Nul Kuler
Ns Fai Clive
Wamu
Postmasters Charged with Fee Payments Over Salary
A fragment notes debate in Congress over postmaster fee practices from the 1870s. Resolutions seek repayment of government fees to postmasters, amid uncertainty on total funds involved. The piece then shifts to local funeral notices and listings for Melanagilin, McDonald, Moroney, and a dresser and doll listing by M. I. Hughes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Lafertn
Theyedi
Clee
Congress
Ee Comunity Siver
Davis
Main Stree
Melanagilin
Martin McLanaghlin
Ty Welock
East Park Street
Rene
Orlock
Mcdonald
Tred McDonald
Walsh
Frank McDonald
Phoenix
B.C. Moroney
Plan for new Davis Daly spur route proposed
Davis Daly Mining plans a new spur from the Northern Pacific to the Big Blackfoot line via Talbot avenue and Mercure street, electric or horse power, to improve ore transport. The original steam-route was abandoned after owner objections. hearing to be scheduled in January. Community and council debates outline route, power, and land access.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Davis- Daly Mining
Esterday
Talbot Avenue
Mercure Street
Great Northern
Braund Louse
Treck
Chin Street
Cleelin
Cinrse
Colorado Iing
Big Blackfoot Aline Company
Intaetory Mining Company
Known yachtsman Cronavell dies after stroke in Washington
Oliver Cronavell, a renowned yachtsman in the United States, died at age 21 after suffering a stroke from which he could not recover. The Washington death was reported as a notable loss to the American sailing community.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Wee
Oliver Tom Cronavell
United State
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BUTTE
Ft Colt
Matson Valley
Jack Creel
Bat
Anty Drudge
BROWN
John I. Brown & Son
Bost
Roosevelt
Kampala
Dew Flan
M. i. Hughes
Utah Avenue
Davis-Daly
Mir Givens
Mises
J North
Mavi
Kaye
The
Barbers’ Union
J. P. Ratelift
Chanciel
Henry Seymany
Peter G. Kineska
Ambunetmcal
Muthe
Tanger
Ha Hehwarthschild & Sulaborger Co. Ag
Messrs. Aber & Co
United States
Olson & Christian Block
Wyoming
Deem Piana Housa
Black
Kozy
Toney
RED Boot Shoe CO
North Main Street
Daly
Welch & Harrington
Les Agen
Granite Street
Butte, Montana
Andrus Bldg
Minneapolis
Front Street
Missoula
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