Butte Sees Smokeless Day After County Action
County Commissioners debated smoke in Butte and halted it, then a brisk Chinook arrived, ending the smoky season. Citizens praised Chairman Clark's forceful stance as the weather warmed and ice rinks buzzed with activity amid sunny, milder January conditions. Forecasters predict a return to near zero in coming days.
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Butte
Clark
Board of County Commissioners
Business Men's Association
Chicago
Wharton
Weather Factory
Promising Copper and Gold Find Near Dillon Prompts Mining Push
In the Dillon vicinity east of town, near Carter creek, copper ore showing 20 percent copper and gold to the ton was found in a shaft about 15 feet deep. The Ajax mine in the Big Hole basin yielded a first bullion bar. Tombstone Mining plans a 10 stamp mill in the Viopond district, with a purchase priced at 1040 dollars.
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The
Standard
Dillon
Jan
Beaverhead
Madison Counties
Will Cushing
John O'Leary
Carter Creek
Tombstone Mining Company
Butte and Dewey Men
Viponfd
C. W. Clark
Butte
County
Haird
Hawkworth
Helena
Ajax
Big Hole
John Shaffer
Argenta
George Knapp
J. P. Murray
Two Rich Ore Shoots Found by Leasers at Fortune Claim
Leasers report two good shoots of high grade ore being mined at 10 to 30 sacks daily with gold values. A shipment is expected soon to Amorers. Fortune claim, blurred Wing district, filed by A Pilon of Argenta notes location about 50 from Road Agent rock. F A Heinze gains claim on Meadow creek in Beaverhead county, locator Washington Black of Dewey.
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Blur Wing
By & A. Pilon
Argenta
Pilon
Agent Rock
F. A. Heinze
Beaverhead
Meadow Creek
Washington Black
Dewey
Stevensville Notes Highlight Local Dances and Ventures
Special Correspondence from Stevensville reports David L. Cannon returning after exploring southeastern New Mexico for sheep business prospects though water scarcity remains a concern. Charles F. Benson returns from Washington after selling his ranch and planning a new investment. The Stevensville Social Club hosted dances, including an upcoming masquerade on Jan 20, while Matt Reed’s gathering at Burnt Fork drew many residents. Ice harvesting continues as temperatures stay near zero, enabling good skating and youth activities.
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Standard
Stevensville
David L. Cannon
New Mexico
Colorado
Charles FE. Benson
Washington
Matt Reed
Burnt Fork
Germany Seeks Iron Market in America
Berlin reports a German consulate attache urges firms to secure a permanent foothold in U S markets. A common selling agency in New York should target American, Canadian, Mexican and West Indian buyers, with Canada and Mexico seen as especially promising for rail sales.
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Berlin
Herr Waetzold
New York
Canada
Mexico
Schwab Refuses Visitors Amid Palermo Arrival
Charles M. Schwab arrived in Palermo aboard the steam yacht Marguerita and refuses to see visitors. He remains on board while his party has gone ashore, and officials report he is in good health.
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Palermo
Charles M. Schwab
Mr. Schwab
Italy proposes Marconi wireless link Pekin to Taku
Pekin on January 18 reports Italy has proposed establishing the Marconi wireless telegraph system between Pekin and Taku.
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Pekin
Italy
Marconi
Taku
Rumor of Change at Butte Reduction Works Surfaces
Persistent rumors swirl around the Butte Reduction works about moving ore treatment to a new site. Reports mention Anaconda or Washoe smelters and possible railroad line work, with ranchers protesting smoke and water pollution. Officials avoid confirmation, but indications suggest a planned base change or expansion of Clark ore processing.
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Butte
Senator Clark
Whitehall
F. A. Heinze
Parrot
Clark
Anaconda
Stewart
West Stewart
The
Standard
Funeral notice for Annie Sheehan of North Walkerville
Butte Circle No 155 Women of Woodcraft invites members to meet at I O O F hall West Broadway at 1 o clock Tuesday to attend the funeral of Annie Sheehan of 9 Sybil Street North Walkerville Services at St Lawrence Church at 2 p m Neighbors invited Car leaves Park and Main at 1 30 Per order Mary C Curtis G N
Mrs Curran Hosts Impromptu Euchre Party Friday
Mrs M Curran of 820 West Park entertained at an impromptu euchre party Friday evening. First prize went to Mrs Grady of Anaconda and second to Mrs Norton. Both winners were noted for their handsome prizes, a vase and a cream pitcher.
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M. Curran
West Park Street
Grady
Anaconda
Norton
Shoes Sale Sees Wide Reductions From Five Dollar Values
A newspaper notice promotes a midweek shoe sale with deep cuts on women and men styles. Describes regular five dollar values reduced to 3.45 for many women and men’s options, plus select items at 2.95 and 1.95, including various sizes and widths and special make details.
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Sharwood Aristo
Gordon
Banister
Vici
C. P. Ford
Rochester
Mrs Rabbitt Hosts Evening With Pianist and Singer
Mrs T C Rabbitt entertained as pianist while Miss A Sullivan delighted listeners with a melodious voice. Mrs Curran, herself an accomplished pianist, contributed much to the evening’s enjoyment.
Lillie McDonald 15 Dies After Appendicitis Operation
Miss Lillie McDonald daughter of Mr and Mrs William McDonald of 346 East Broadway died from paralysis of the bowels at St James hospital at 7 yesterday morning She will be buried from the family home at 2 this afternoon She had recently undergone an appendicitis operation and was a native of Montana born in Helena She spent most of her life in Butte and Anaconda and was well liked by teachers and pupils Her death has drawn wide community sympathy
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Lillie McDonald
William McDonald
East Broadway
St. James’ Hospital
Miss McDonald
Montana
Helena
Butte
Anaconda
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Haviland
Carlsbad
Weimescary Co
Main St
Henry F. Miller & Son
Sherman
Idaho
Chase & Baker
East Park St. Butte
Jonas the Tailor
Heinze
Granite Sts
Butte, Montana
Northwest
Bruges
Germany
America
Schwab
Euchre Party
Hennessy’s
Lillie M’donald
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