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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1902
Page
5
The Banker, aided by his attorneys, contests the corporation over valuable real estate on principal streets in Butte. Damages sought are heavy as the case heads to court before Judge Napton.
Judge Napton hears Murray versus Butte on title to major streets and alleys in Butte. Jury selected as Murray pursues a second attempt for judgment and damages tied to Main Wyoming Broadway Park and related alleys. Proceedings focus on documentary evidence of patent grants and location notices.
Reports from the county courthouse describe a free for all in the county jail. Kilrain attacked Peter Kineen, with Con O’Conors aiding, before the jailer intervened. Kilrain faces assault charges.
The KEW school board eyes furnishings for a potential new high school. Trustees collect catalogues from firms nationwide and weigh how much furniture the building will require as the election nears.
An advertisement explains coughs and bronchial illnesses as dangers from irritated air passages. It extols Hyomei as a germicidal inhalant to destroy germs causing respiratory diseases and urges daily use, listing price and mail order options.
The school board weighs furniture options for a proposed high school building. Suggestions include desks with revolving chairs and chairs with desk-like arms, plus a future business course area with typewriters. President Fitz Patrick urges comfort and careful selection.
In Kennedy absence in Butte, Hayes filled in. Aldermen Fred Gangner and Pat McHugh faced off in justice court with Gangner suing for recovery of a bill for cigars and liquor. McHugh was absent when the case was called, and judgment went to Gangner.
In Anaconda justice court, William Bates and Louis Brown faced vagrancy charges and were ordered to await a final ruling this afternoon. Dave Kilrain claimed to be a hard working man but received a county jail sentence of several days. William Burns also answered to vagrancy accusations as the docket moved through the courtroom with Sheriff Conley involved for confinement.
J La Fice proved not to be a wag and received a floater out of town after appearing in county court for intoxicated conduct. He was arrested Monday in a repentant mood and the judge granted him a chance to move elsewhere to forget his actions. Dr Sanford's Liver Invigorator ad follows.
William Butler Jr. of Anaconda and Miss Hanna S Cahill daughter of J J Cahill were married at 9 AM yesterday in Sacred Heart Cathedral Helena by Rev Mather Day. The ceremony was small with relatives and intimate friends present. Best man Arthur La Salle brides maid Lizzie Lynch. Bride wore white satin with veil orange blossoms and carried white roses. Wedding breakfast at the bride’s home followed. The couple returned to Anaconda that evening. Butler works for Western Union company in Helena and both have wide circles of friends in the city.
G Schwend, a wood chopper, told police last night he was assaulted by John Curley who struck him with a rock. Schwend bore injuries and Curley was later arrested and confined on the assault charge.
A jumble of notices covers union and Woodmen meetings, a social dance at Turner hall on St Valentine’s Eve, a Swedish Lutheran church service, and ongoing big price cuts at Strain's department store. Local residents James Kidd and optician Verberkmoes visit, while jurors Napton and Judge Hayes release sessions. marriages licenses issued to Reid Francis and Holland Sullivan.
An advertisement for Dr. Bennett Electric Belt claims to cure varicocele and numerous ailments including rheumatism kidney liver and bladder troubles stomach disorders constipation and female complaints. It touts soft sponge electrodes that do not burn, a renewal option for 75, and offers free books on Nervo Vital Ailments and The Cure By Electricity along with free advice and diagnosis.
Former Anaconda police officer Peter Kineen was found guilty of wilfully shooting Willie Klusmann on January 1. He faces one year in the state prison at Deer Lodge after the jury, having deliberated briefly, returned a verdict of guilty. Judge Napton set sentencing for a later date.
Anaconda experiences thawing warmth turning streets into mud and running water. Gutter flooding fills Parks Avenue and Third Street with inches of liquid muck while pedestrians tread carefully through slick patches. Despite the mess, the absence of wind and snow boosts spring-time cheer and hints at planting plans.
More than 150 couples attended the enjoyable masquerade at Turner hall under the Sons of Hermann. Guests looked forward to a good time and were not disappointed as costumes ranged widely. At 1 o'clock the grand march occurred and masking ended. Prizes were awarded for best and most comic costumes.
To day marks the first of Lent with Ash Wednesday observances in Catholic and Episcopal churches. The faithful seeking penance will be marked on the forehead with the sign of the cross as part of the rites.
I thank friends for their services and sympathy during my bereavement caused by the death of my beloved wife.
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