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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1906
Page
10
A large stock of fancy back combs was nearly sold out by Christmas Eve. A new line arrives in three varieties: genuine shell trimmed with 4k gold valued $10 to $17, high grade imitation shell with colored stones priced $3 to $10, and cheaper pretty pieces from $1.50 to $2.25.
A jumble of names and places fills Grady's and surrounding districts with chatter of visits, travel, and commerce. Mentions include Moyer haggling at Grady's, Orton Bros plans, Darelhy at Renshaw hall, and various arrivals and departures in Butte.
Attorney L P Sanders of Jukte has the distinction of having ridden two Ocean steamers that were wrecked recently, though he was not aboard at the times of the wrecks. A Montana volunteer in the Spanish American War he went to the Philippines aboard ships that later wrecked, and he returned on the Valencia which later sank near the Icena coast. The Valencia carried more than 16 000 soldiers between the United States and the Philippines during the war.
Detectives McGarvey and Quin arrive with prisoner Whilliny Paisley from Salt Lake, exposing fresh leads in the Hennessy store hold-up on Jaz 9. Authorities allege Paisley aided the crime, claim a red polka handkerchief was used as a mask, and say Paisley confessed under promise of protection while his wife denies knowledge of the crime.
A damaged text fragment describes a third man who reportedly preached and claims limited knowledge of two others. It notes ongoing steps toward capture and mentions an official filing in Paisley within days, with the matter directed to the Matrimonial court.
General Harriss condition deteriorated amid grave fears for his recovery. Reports say his health declined after a severe cold, with Dr. McDonald and Dr. Murray in attendance as he worsened yesterday.
The Chinatown New Year festival drew thousands of visitors despite poor weather. Noodle parlors and carnivals filled the streets as shops offered souvenirs and treats. Authorities limited firework noise this year to prevent fires among frame shacks, while the celebration continues with music and feasting planned later in the week. Mike Donnell, returning resident, plans to travel North again as spring opens.
In a close Winter Bowling League contest the Montana team edged the U S A squad by two pins. Adams of U S A led with the high score and best average for the night, while individual totals and averages are listed for all players across five games. A separate item notes Deputy Shevit Pevetier arresting a youth charged with stealing grass from the Cora mine. the suspect gave no name and is listed as John Doe in the county jail blotter.
A passerby notified the fire department about smoke issuing from a house at 338 East Mercury Street about 1 o'clock last night. Firemen arrived to find the fire confined to a stove with a bad retort, and no other flames were reported. A remedy advertisement for neuralgia and gout followed in the text.
In a heated courtroom session, Clifford McGilvray and officer Jackson faced testimonies about a loaded gun. Jackson admitted possessing a weapon but kept it hidden. McGilvray denied drawing or threatening. Witnesses claimed McGilvray vowed to arrest a man if a firearm remained at home. The judge delayed ruling until Saturday as testimony was reviewed. The Montana Music company sale was also noted.
On Tuesday night poultry yard of Copper City Poultry on West Galena Street was broken into and several frozen chickens stolen. Owner Mrs. John Gooch lacks help to pursue suspects amid rumors of town miscreants and possible ties to festive celebrations. Funeral notices follow for Jules Vollrath and Frank GofAbels with remains at Walsh Undertaking Parlors.
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