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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1915
Page
7
Butte newspaper lists the Stand ard principal branch at 8 East Broadway with telephone lines for business and editorial departments. Advertising rates are available on application.
Numerous visitors are noted in Butte including J F Holton of Miles City Phil Thorpe of Dillon and many others from Helena Missoula Whitehall and Livingston. The item lists shoppers in leather goods, taxicab service by Sherman Reed and a Christmas visit to friends with several departures to California Arizona and New York.
Wilcox recalls the 1876 Northfield Minnesota robbery by the Younger and James brothers gang. The bank assault ended with a street battle, multiple deaths and injuries, and the gang’s defeat by local townsfolk before a formal surrender a week later.
A telegram from Billings forwarded by State Senator Fred Whiteside extols Elk Basin Oil Company ventures in 1600 acres near the basin. It reports an off well with 4000 barrels daily potential and a 41 percent gasoline content. Directors include Whiteside and McDowell back a 10 cent share sale to develop ground, with drilling to start within 10 days and promises of handsome returns in 1916.
Patrick O Shea aged 35 native of 4 and an associate in the undertaking business for years died after three months of rheumatism at his family residence on a butte street. He came from Chicago four years ago and made many friends. Survived by wife, four children in Butte, three sisters in the East, parents and brother in Ireland, and M J Walsh brother in law. Funeral arrangements not yet made.
The Butte fire department flying squadron collided with a streetcar and a wagon while responding to an alarm in a restricted district. The speed was high on Wyoming street and the chauffeur Joe Boos swerved to avoid a collision, striking a post as lamps and fenders were damaged.
The Frank Rich company debuted at the Empire with Little Johnny Wise, a fun filled show featuring song hits, clean comedy, pretty girls, and stylish wardrobes. The audience reaction was strong, signaling a long successful run with night performances at 7:30 and 9. Officer Mike Clifford, off duty, fell from the water ward and resigned. Mayor Lane accepted, leaving a vacancy to be filled.
Last evening St George's hall hosted the Sons of St Georges Glee Club with a packed crowd praising the concert. Following the performance a dance continued the evening with high enjoyment and spirited participation from admirers and club members.
Eight year old Johnnie Gladine from Riverdale near Washington breaks his right tibia in three places while playing with a Christmas toy. Secretary Tumulty helps coordinate transport to emergency hospital as police and car men assist. The boy remains calm during treatment.
Washington report states that officials indicated action would be taken to intern Eliott Cowdin Norman Prince and William Thaw, three Americans on furlough from the French army where they serve as aviators. The department will likely argue that by joining a foreign army they renounced American citizenship and returned as soldiers.
Peking reports that Yunnan revolutionists proclaim a republic and claim to hold the only legal government in China. Yuan Shikai asks the French minister to isolate the revolt by cutting rail and telegraph lines and to send troops, while Paris agencies deny Entente interference and say China’s internal affairs are not their concern.
New York December 27 Prominent Jewish residents establish a bureau for information about Jews in the war zones. The bureau operates with several Jewish organizations abroad to obtain authentic details for Americans with relatives overseas. Within days it faced a flood of inquiries, stating 12000 requests were received before opening.
Glover George W. aged two, only son of Mary Baker Eddy, head of the Christian Science church, died at his Iron Black Hills home near Lead, South Carolina. He sought part of his mother’s fortune via a suit in Massachusetts and was awarded about 250000 after her death. He was not a Christian Scientist.
Captain Boy-Ka, the recalled German naval attaché, will depart New York on the steamship Rotterdam tomorrow after reserving his safe room today.
Classified note from North Main Street in Butte advertises a cooking position for a helper in the kitchen. It mentions a roast theme and seeks assistance, inviting applicants to call. The fragment emphasizes local hiring for a dining establishment.
Leo F. MacDonald, manager of the Montana Mattress and Furniture Company, leaves tonight for Chicago New York and Grand Rapids to purchase spring stock. He says the firm intends to carry a larger line than ever before.
One of the pleasantest and most accessful affairs of the year in Cen-
Northern Pacific official BO Johnson reports severe freight car congestion on the Atlantic coast while western lines have abundant cars and expect no further tieups. Montana wheat shipments show a third of last season’s crop moved, with cattle shipments nearing completion as many small owners pool loads.
Complaint said to involve a faro bank in the Thom’s block at 39 East Park Street. Police Captain Yorath and detectives O Donnell and Powell seized a faro layout at midnight, detaining Williams Ed Scott George Hawking and John Dow. A bankroll of 182 dollars in silver was taken as security. casekeepers checks and dice were found but no players. Bonds of 100 dollars posted. authorities allege the game operated there for some time.
Mrs Francisco Villa and other family members arrived in Havana aboard the steamer Atias from New Orleans. They intend to establish a residence in Havana while her husband remains in Mexico pursuing the war against General Carranza.
A Dec 27 dispatch reports an urgent plea for aid against rabies from mad coyotes affecting humans and livestock in Eastern Nevada. Dr W J Mack ador of Nevada cites 33 people infected needing Pasteur treatment and heavy livestock losses. Governor Spry calls state livestock board and health board meeting at 1:80 p m to assess the crisis. Russia to negotiate a 9000000 loan in the United States for supplies, arranged by Olaf Aschbrg of Stockholm with Guarantee Trust Co of New York.
Mrs Isringet Arrington aged unknown died at her residence 2213 Colorado street Butte. Surviving include mother Mrs Dan Nolan Ishpeming Mich a daughter Mrs F J Fitch and four sons John Dan and Jerome of Butte two brothers Jere Dan and John Timmins of Canada three sisters Mrs Jamey Lanion Mrs Dennis Driscoll Mrs M Gilbes Grand Rapids Mich list of many relatives and connections across multiple states includes Des Moines Spokane Havre Salt Lake Utica Helena Seattle and Salem Oregon notices of associates and households appear in scattered form.
A French botanist in Africa reports discovering a plant that coughs to clear its leaf pores of dust. The find highlights a potential self cleaning mechanism in flora.
Saloniki dispatch reports ex Prime Minister Venizelos refused a second term under current conditions but held talks with King Constantine at Princeholas home. The Venezelist leader reportedly urged acceptance of premiership if Serbia were not crushed, a claim authorities publicly denied amid censorship.
Real estate transfer notices list multiple parcels and owners including Andrew Borg, Ashland Cigar and Tobacco Company, Owen McCaw, William Gemmell, Hanna Blackburn, Daly Realty Company, Mollie R Cassin, A J Davis, Andrew Johnson, Butte Land and Investment Company, B A Clark. Parcels include lots and blocks in various additions with nominal sums.
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