Butte City Drenched in Red White and Blue Patriotism
On July Fourth Butte roared with patriotic colors as flags bunting and streamers covered buildings from Hennessy to Connell and Symons. Vice Chief Sanger oversaw decorations. households added vivid displays in residence districts. A flag auction incident caused a brief disruption when a red flag was mistaken for an anarchist banner. Wind intensified the scene but caused little damage. one large flag on the Hennessy building was partially torn down to prevent further harm.
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Butte
Tennessy
Biss Mayed
Standard
Broadway
Theea
Siz
Hennessy
Connell
Symons
Thornton
Finlen
Harbour
State Say
High Bank
Sanger
Dona Noble
Well Ag Liside
Buite
Pack Street
Mms Place
Clion
Berneath
Savaral
Ted
Ad Park Street
Zinn Musical Company Presents A Night in Morocco In Butte
The Zinn musical comedy company enters its sixth week in Butte with A Night in Morocco. The show emphasizes ensemble versatility over star power and features Fred Lancaster Cecile Mavis and Frances Gray with songs catchy numbers. Tony West and Frank Harcourt deliver sparkling humor as two sailors in a foreign land, creating a clean, entertaining performance for visiting audiences.
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Zinn
Bulte
Morocco
Zan Company
Butte
Mrs Goza Voted Twice for William J Bryan
Sam D Goza and wife of Helena left for Denver to attend the national democratic convention. She has voted twice for William J Bryan for president, aided by Colorado’s equal rights. She is proud of her achievement and plans to see Mr Bryan again.
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Sam D. Goza
Helena
Denver
Goza
Montana
Gosa
Stig
United States
Willam J. Bryan
Colorado
Oly
Bryan
Brestdones
Special Raten and Cratin for Fureih oF Mary
Special rate furlough for travel between Batts Anaconda and Premierail Way on July 4 1908. Round trip tickets offered at many prices with departure times shown. Return period five days from sale date with varying fare amounts.
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Butle
Anaconda
Anate
Batts
Anasconda
Rita
Dan A
Wooa, Mae
Ferris in Prison Several Days Longer in County Jail
Attorneys for Louis Ferris asked for dismissal of multiple dynamiting charges after a jury found him not guilty on the Burlington train bombing claim. They argued previous acquittal taints remaining cases, while Judge Donkin considered continued hearings to allow state prep. Court adjourned to next Saturday, July 1, as co-defendant Billie Gordon’s trial was vacated and witnesses faced delays.
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Louis Ferris
Dontan
Ferris
Burlington
Canning
Donkin
Frank
Danian
Ravitt
Morris Perelsen
Fiial
Billie Gordon
Pererson
Gordon
M&bkel
Cause for divorce must be specific in Jackson action
Myrtle Jackson sues Andrew Jackson on willful neglect and failure to support, arguing he deserted her and provided no means while earning nothing. Judge Bourquin rules that only specific fault such as willful neglect, profligacy, or dissipation qualifies. desertion alone without proof of pecuniary or conduct faults is insufficient for a divorce. Bridget Carney granted divorce from James Carney on desertion and non support with $30.40 monthly permanent alimony. Pearl H Moore granted divorce from Edward D Moore. she retains maiden name and continues as Montana Loan Company manager.
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Jo Nok
Bourquin
Myrtle Jackson
Andrew Jackson
Tollure
Stalina
Hardesty
Camnat
Reneree
Bridget Carney
James Carney
Carney
Mrs. Carney
Pearl H. Moore
Edward D. Moore
Donlan
Svere Marriet
Los Angeles
Moore
Lit Moore
Seal- Be
Butte
Montana Toan Company
Tut Nevender
Fire at depots and Great Northern yard sparks alarm
Firemen fought two blazes yesterday at the old B A P depot and the Great Northern freight warehouse a short distance west. Sparks from engines caused damage while coal quality is blamed. Fire department remains vigilant awaiting coal changes to prevent further fires.
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Great Northern
Sheira
Elks Sell Railroad Tickets to Dallas and Return
The Oregon Short Line rail sells round trip tickets to Dallas Texas for 52.60 with a 30 day final return limit. Stopovers allowed and tickets available at the Short Line office No 2 Natg street Butte FD. D F Wilson signs as agent.
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Oregon Short Line Railroad
Sil
Dallas
Tex
Pass
Short Line
Nafg Street
Butte
Wilson
D. F
Fragmented OCR: unclear food ad with garbled phrases
The readable text shows a disjointed fragment likely from a grocery or product ad. It mentions items like double roll, cut length, weight, and a price or quantity note 200, but the overall meaning is obscured and no coherent event or sale can be established from the legible portions.
Grand Opera House Fourth of July vaudeville showcase
A big Fourth of July week program at the Grand Opera House features top vaudeville stars. Garrison and company perform 4 Modern Roman a comedy travesty praised by critics. Alice Robinson, Florence Modena and others present comic, musical and burlesque acts with large stage props and several acts noted for novelty and humor. The notice calls readers to Carbontora hall for a pre-event meeting Saturday morning.
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Grand
Seldon
Gring
Teadhus
Tyles Garrison
Cor Hany
Garrison
America
Clomedy
Lausiter
Alice Robinson
Prima Fonna
Arthur Don
Thompon
Rom
Joel
Hames
Prior
Randy
Harada
Carbontora Hall
Oplate
Drip
Prison empties as judge grants leniency for Fourth
The city jail is nearly empty except for overnight arrivals. Judge McGowan and Barney Lavell release most vagrants to celebrate the Fourth, with only Red Foley Aue remaining to serve time for a prior sentence. A few suspects face bonds on appeal while others are fined or detained for minor offenses.
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McGowan
Daller Barney Lavell
Pony Residents Wed at Pony Church Parsonage
Clarence KN. Bell and Vera Mt. Smith of Pony wed at St. John's Episcopal church with Rev. S. G. Blackiston officiating. Attendants included the groom’s sister Dr. Allie Hell of Pony and Madison county friends. The license delay amused guests. couple plans a Virginia City trip for the Fourth.
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Clarence KN. Bell
Mins Vera Mt. Smith
Berd
Pony
S. G. Blackiston
St. John's Episcopal Church
Allie Hell
Madison County
Mrs. Beil
Virginia City
Mr. Blackiston
Bell
Therma
Witney
Needful Eyes Under Care by McKendry and Hannifin
Opticians McKendry and Hannifin advertise their exclusive eyeglass fitting service. They tout modern devices, proper lens fitting, and guaranteed results, urging readers to consult their family doctor for referrals.
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Drs. McKenny
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