Western Montana Man Convicted of Assault Faces Two-Year Sentence
William J. Piper, convicted of assault in Missoula against 10 or 11 year old Mary Var Hamm, received the minimum two-year term. Jurors influenced the outcome amid testimony of brutality and threats. Piper showed distress in court, interviews noted, and a later allegation of plans to hang the girl with a rope from torn blankets. The case drew sympathy for the child’s mother, then living in Helena, and cited prior drunkenness records.
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Missoula
William J. Piper
Mary Var Hamm
Webster
Piper
Lana
Prescott
Iyimeel
Pip
Staine
Pipe
Santenca
Dee Lange
Siverl
Toy
Mary van Haenn
Von
Helena
Ateet
Sitan & Byeles
Ira Pressley Leaves Scene After Acquittal in Wife Murder Case
Missoula dispatch reports Ira Pressley, recently acquitted in district court of wife murder, will not remain at the air home near Superior, the site of the mysterious tragedy that ended in the earlier incident.
Presley plans return to Michigan after trial
The article notes Pressley intends to resume his tie business and move back to his old home in Santunty Michigan after his trial. Neighbors report eerie flute-like sounds at the cabin, and Pressley denies thefts, saying he cannot stay in his old neighborhood.
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Fate
Pressley
Superior
Missoula
Santunty
Michigan
Presley
Ater
Aera
Charge of Grand Larceny in Police Court
In a police court today Bertie Prior faced grand larceny charges tied to a noted social figure Mat Toomey. The case, described as connected to local society, involved testimonies about a counterfeit or misused instrument. The proceedings bound over the case for further action at the next session.
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Bertie Prior
Princinal
George Lanne
Christanaruak
Beating on Christmas Day Tale Reported
A disturbance on Christmas Day led to a court hearing as John Seilog and family faced allegations. Mrs Retlog’s welfare and the couple’s living arrangements were examined while a warrant awaited further action. The incident prompted discussions of marital strain and potential separation.
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John Seilog
Retlog
Hart
Tal
Hm Agai
Bandmanni Case Involving Property Interest Dispute
In Milton Geant versus Mardmanielle and co a Meas of property is contested in a flatriot court. The case concerns an undivided interest in 33 acres near the Snake with claims by Banamsan and Lime axa. The proceedings focus on the North property line and the parties' rights to the disputed land.
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Milton
Mardmanielle
Church Services for Sunday in Missoula
Missoula December 26 church services list fallows at First Christian Church corner East Cedar and Washington Streets. New sermon times announced for Christmas season with local congregations observing worship across Missoula churches.
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Missoula
Buinday
Religious Services Summary Across Local Churches
The OCR shows multiple church notices with pastors and service times. Congregational, Presbyter, Episcopal, Church of Christ, and Scandinavian congregations list sermons, Sunday school, Holy Communion, and evening worship. Includes Holy Spirit, rector, and meeting places on various streets.
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F. Rossel
South Misesoula
S. A
Pine Streets
Church of Christ
Mettittie
Masia
Railroad not to blame in Missoula fatal accident
A Missoula report states the railroad was not to blame after a fatal incident near Aw ranch station. The jury found the weight of a train engine caused the death, with testimony noting White’s carelessness. Relatives and family members prepared to return home as investigations concluded.
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Missoula
Sinead's
Hern
Missoula Notes Transcription Fragment
Fragmentary Missoula notes mention Christy and Mr and Mrs Hickory guests at a residence on East 8 Avenue. Names include Perkins Hutte, Mirani, Poston, and Seatt. Announcement hints at a forthcoming wedding on New Year’s Eve and a ceremony at a local setting, with scattered social notices.
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Hickory
Charles. Cros
Toute Avenue
A.D
Rendall
Hamilton Happenings and Holiday Notes From Town
The scrap sheet lists local events and people during Christina eve and Christmas week. Names mentioned include Missoula visitors, Miss Agnes, Claire, and Monica Shane, Frank W Hextianer at the slolling department, and the Anasond Copper Mints company store. Various families like Ferrell of Pony, Deering kin, and Shannon relatives visit, as do local churchgoers from Methodist and Presbyterian congregations.
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Durington
Christina
Minit
Darby
Chester
Servier
Agi Me
Doc Ferrell
Hu Gereet Vamienbarg
Dick Vendentine
Agnes
Claire
Monica Shane
Shannon
Sperry
Alta
Forbes Buchanan
Untold Hope in the Sunny South Florida Pine
Fragment reads as a pledge to stand for freedom and brotherhood, urging strength of character and support for equality. It speaks of breaking barriers and remaining steadfast in moral resolve amid hardship. The piece evokes a southern regional cadence and a call to personal and communal uplift.
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Anata
Florida
Amazons in Male Attire Stun Civil War Era Army
In a dramatic Civil War era report, women disguised in male clothing joined the ranks, challenging gender norms as they served within military units. The feature highlights the perilous life of those women and the broader impact on wartime society.
Army nurse masquerade ends in Civil War legend
A wartime tale details Mary Gwens a woman who served disguised as a man, earning the nickname Mary Evans. Her exploits include joining the front, being wounded, and later continuing service with the Union while keeping her sex hidden. Her saga contrasts with reports of other women who fought as soldiers and endured prison and peril.
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Ry Washington Star
Mary
Walker
Wwe Ticks
Romeo
Henderam Hines
Pris Hails Springs
Atlanta
Gio
Mary Gwens
Danvill Pa
John Evans
Jane
Feximen
Untold Heroine Miss Major Cushman in Civil War Memoir
Dramatic account recalls Major Pauline Cushman lauded for her Civil War service. Describes her acts aiding dying soldiers, disguises, and perilous missions with the 17th Maine and other units. Includes rumors of relationships and transfers, and notes her ultimate exposure and dismissal from service due to forged identity.
Fighting Kiel in Nevada Mormon ranch tale from Times-Demo
A fragmentary recounting of Kiel the rancher known as Fighting En Kiel, a New Yorker turned Nevada settler, who faced challenges from bandits and a Mormon community. The piece describes his careful rise, a ranch gifted to him, and a dramatic pursuit ending with Kiel confronting the captured horse thief in a canyon.
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Oregon
Low Ange
Salt Lake City
Cegae Valley
Nevada
Hrighant Young
Kiel
Nes Khatan
New York
Ted
Neon
Riel
Little Canyon
Ket
Violent feud ends with multiple deaths near Kiel in old frontier tale
A long account recalls a deadly shootout between Kiel and Lane after a bitter quarrel over cattle and property. Shots fired outside a kitchen house left Lane dead, Kiel wounded, and another man fatally shooting himself after the confrontation.
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Kiel
Lane
Wwe
St. ‘Thomas
Ini
Ted
Tanehhouse
Timan
Himiself
American brewery plans expansion with sterilized equipment
Testimony from the consul describes an American brewery aiming to produce lager beer with modern methods and copper vessels. The facility holds glass enameled steel tanks shipped overseas, and plans to reach a capacity of 21,800 barrels, with potential to double. Investment signals strong ambition and excitement in the industry.
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News Castle
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