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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1908
Page
19
In Judge McGowan's court, Joe Turner, a longtime Butte resident, faced trial on a grave charge amid hearsay testimony. The case was continued for rebuttal witnesses as Turner’s supporters from the business community offered favorable testimony.
Prof George F Downer faces a delayed $163 claim from Silver Bow county board of education examiners due to residence rules. Downer has lived in the state about six months and does not meet the one year county residency, though he may qualify by teaching experience. County Auditor Strumme referred the issue to County Attorney Murray who opinions that Downer might qualify if the experience is sufficient, but the bill remains unpaid while the law's applicability is debated.
Officers and members of Silver Bow circle No 239 W of W are requested to meet at Scandia hall on Thursday February 13 at 1 pm sharp to attend the funeral of Emma Pipes. By order of Nellie Brandis G N Bertha Atwood Clerk.
The funeral for James Crowley will be held this morning at 9 o clock from his sister Mrs Charles Poole residence at 34 North Gaylord Street. Mass will follow at Sacred Heart church at 9 30 o clock.
Silas F. King, pioneer of the western empire, was buried beside his brother George after services by Rev. S. C. Blackiston at St. John's. A large crowd, including old timers and dignitaries, followed the procession through town to Park and Montana streets to the cemetery where King’s widow, Mrs. Silas King, and family received heartfelt tributes.
Bertha May Davis files for divorce from Rees Davis in district court. They wed in Scranton on Sept 7 1893. She claims abandonment and failure to provide support, and she has left home to work in difficult jobs. She also asks to restore her maiden name Bertha Courtwright.
Butte’s E A Morley Montana railway commissioner visited Kalispell and spoke to the Bee about improving conditions. He cited a $600 000 Butte payroll after the shutdown and miners staying to sustain living costs. He highlighted D J Hennessy’s charity aiding 400 families and others affected by the mines. Independent operators remain active, with development continuing and the smelter outlook seen favorable as Guggenheims are challenged. Morley also recounted alleged A R S greed, noted Stanton’s illness, and referenced plans for Morley’s family to visit and ride George Fessenden’s new passenger steamer on Flathead lake.
John F. Davies former Butte public library librarian now residing in Spokane spoke to the Woman's club literature department on The Drama at their regular meeting. He discussed Herod by Stephen Phillips Shakespearean drama and the Greek drama, answering questions before sharing tea.
P. D. Lowell resigns after nearly a year as manager of the Butte hotel. Frank Wilson assumes charge until H. I. Wilson returns from California.
Judge Lynch ruled in favor of Mrs. Sarah F. Holmes after a five day hearing in Meaderville court. Contestants Engstedt McNicholas and Swanson failed to prove 1904 assessment work was not done, sustaining Holmes ground on the Mr. Pleasant lode claim located in 1893 adjacent to Crown Point.
The Boston and Montana company employs about 2,800 at mines and 4,000 on the payroll, with output rising toward 3,750 tons daily by month’s end. Concentrators and smelters handle 2,400 and 600 tons now, increasing as new machinery is installed. Mines at Mountain View, Pennsylvania, West Colusa, Leonard and East Colusa operate six days a week, with water and fire control improvements advancing through the Leonard and West Colusa shafts and a new 400 gallon per minute electric pump planned for Leonard.
The arrest warrant for H C Hynes charged with petty larceny was not served and the case dismissed yesterday. Mrs Hynes sent her son to Copper Street barn to obtain a horse and borrow a cart. A misunderstanding with the livery man led to the warrant, but the matter was resolved before service.
The United States court for the Butte end opened yesterday morning with deputy clerk Fred Drake, then adjourned to Monday April 13. Judge Hunt is expected to preside at the session in Butte once finished with other duties.
A soldier praises Duffy's Pure Malt Whiskey as a tonic for lung and throat troubles. He credits the drink with building up his system and relief over two years. The ad promotes the whiskey as a malt essence and urges readers to request a free medical booklet.
Attorney Charles R. Leonard reports the temporary suspension of State Savings Bank was beneficial and no depositor will lose funds. He predicts F. A. Heinze will be vindicated on over certification and resume business and finances. He also asks readers to compare ad costs to spending habits.
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