Butte Youth Committed to Warm Springs Asylum
Harry Finkel once employed at the Thornton hotel was examined in Judge MecClanhan's court and ordered committed to the asylum. His condition stemmed from prolonged unemployment and financial stress, with mental strain leading to unsafe conduct. The Jewish society, led by president Henry Jonas, took him to a hospital for restraint and care.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry Finkel
Thornton Hotel
Suesser
Jewish Society
Butte
Henry Jonas
Russian Immigrant Held on Court Testimony
Finkelstein a 27 year old Russian native appeared in court amid questions about his sanity. He claimed no harm to anyone and described dizziness and poor comprehension, with doctors stating six weeks of rest in an asylum could help.
Butte Runaway Injures Local Party Returning From Crystal Springs
Dr. J. R. E. Sievers, Mrs. Sievers, and Miss Odell were injured when a horse ran into a ditch near Crystal Springs. None seriously hurt. Odell knocked unconscious, others shaken but stable. The group and assisting relatives were nearby at the springs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. R. E. Sievers
Runaway Scavenger Wagon Injures Local Man
Guy Noble of 321 West Galena street was knocked down and run over by a scavenger’s wagon belonging to Jim Peoples at Washington and Galena streets around 7 p.m. He suffered a broken rib but was not seriously injured.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jim Peoples
Guy Noble
West
Galena Street
Washington and
Galena Streets
Noble
Plenty of Revenue Stamps Arrive for Collector Moore
Deputy Internal Revenue Collector Clinton H. Moore received a large consignment of revenue stamps restoring supply after a shortage that had left brewers struggling. The note recalls the era’s prominent Butte journalist Dick Butler and mentions Centennial beer in a humorous comparison to stamp abundance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Internal Revenue
Clinton H. Moore
Funeral notice for William Fleming of Montana lodge
All members of Montana lodge No. 45 United Moderns are requested to attend the funeral services of William Fleming son of Brother and Sister Fleming of 26% Anaconda road at St Patrick's church today Saturday July 13 at 2 p m By order of CHAS M GANOTE Chancellor Ice cream 10c with cake Ice Fox's 71 East Park street
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Montana Lodge
No. 45
United Moderns
William Fleming
Fleming
Anaconda Road
St. Patrick's Church
Chas
M. Ganote
Martha Rebekah Lodge
St. George Hall
Samuel Mellon
N. G
Mary Billings
Colonel Johnston Dies in Helena Pioneer Leader Honored
Helena reports the death of John A. Johnston known as Colonel Johnston aged 76. He came to Montana in 1864, served two terms as district attorney, and was a member of the 1866 constitutional convention. He died at his daughter Mrs A M Esler’s home from Brights disease after a long illness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Standard
Helena
Montana
John A. Johnston
Colonel Johnston
Territory
A. M. Eeler
Bright
Glasgow
Virginia
Frances N. MecFerran
Greenfield
Ohio
A. M. Esler
Katheryn Johnston
Iowa
Johnston
Washington
Idaho
Alder Gulch
Callister Named Revenue Collector in Helena Transition
Helena July 12 C M Webster turned over the internal revenue collector post to successor E H Callister. Treasury agent George F E Pletcher witnessed the transfer and stated temporary deputies may be appointed. Webster plans to take over the costume office in Great Falls next Monday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Standard
Helena
C. M. Webster
Collector of Internal Revenue
E. H. Callister
George FE. Pletcher
Treasury Department
Webster
Washington
Great Falls
Death of First Lieut. Solon F. Massey
General Chaffee cabled the War Department reporting the death of First Lieut. Solon F. Massey retired. Massey died in Manila at 3 a.m. today from dysentery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Chaffee
War Department
Solon F. Massey
Manila
Building Move Hindered by Street Railway Wires
A dispute over moving an old frame building halted by Wyoming street at East Park. Manager Wharton opposes track interference and expects compensation for Sunday business losses. Building Inspector Lane mediates, arranging a halt until Sunday night then continuing east on Park Street after crowds clear from the gardens. Martha Rebekah lodge plans funeral for Samuel Mellon with lodge members urged to attend. J M Braham challenges boxing champion winner for purse and side bet at 138 to 140 pounds ringside.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wharton
The
Street Railway Company
H. H. Smith
Wyoming Street
Broadway
Park
Davis
East Park Street
Arizona
East Park
Street Railroad
Columbia Gardens
South Butte
Meaderville
Smith
Mr. Wharton
Lane
Mr. Lane
Gardens
Park Street
Anaconda Standard
Jim Popp
Canada
Barry and Lafontise
J. M. Braham
Care
Tacoma
Wash
Funeral notices for Damon lodge and Columbus Society members
Members of Damon lodge No 1 K P are asked to meet Sunday at 1 pm in the lodge room to attend the funeral of Samuel Mellon. Christopher Columba Society members are urged to meet at 1 pm Sunday to attend Domenick Gianola’s funeral at 2 20 pm from Sherman's parlors. Willie Fleming’s funeral is today at 2 pm from his parents residence 29 Humboldt road.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christopher Columbea Society
Domenick Gianola
Sherman
Joseph Massa
Willie Fleming
William Fleming
Anaconda Road
Meat Market Clarification and Local Notices
An errant report wrongly linked Mr McCarthy of McCarthy and Choquette to meat quality at the market. Judge Boyle dismissed the related case after McCarthy explained a missing scavenger caused the complaint at the stable, not the market. Also notices invite Rough Riders and Spanish American veterans to a camp fire at Columbia Gardens and a Bee Hive sale closing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McCarthy & Choquette
Mr. McCarthy
North Main Street
McCarthy
Boyle
Woman's Relief Corps
Rough Riders
Columbia Gardens
G. A. R. Post
G. T. Hall
Notice to Mine Contractors Sealed Bids for Olive Branch Shaft
Notice to Mine Contractors bids due July 13 1901 at 8 pm at 46 East Broadway Butte Mining and Development Company to sink 100 feet more on the Olive Branch lode double compartment shaft 8 by 4 feet clear timbered with 8 by 8 timbers lagged with two inch plank machinery supplied by company James H Lynch Vice President
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Butte Mining & Development Company
East Broadway
Olive Branch
James H. Lynch
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Butte News
Finkel
Warm Springs
Big Hole
Trout
Leonard
Bristol
Aozen
Davis & Weimescary Co
Main Street
Mrs. Sievers and
Misa Odell
Jured
Crystal Springs
Montana Book Company
N. Main Street
Sporting Goods
Hi. Klein
DR. Chung
Herb Sanitarium
Moore
Gray Dick
Dick Butler
Fox's
Constitu
MR. Callister
Massey
Damon Lodge
Damon
Sam A. Myer
C. C
Herit
Andor
Lorainne
West Park
Norma
Symons
Duke of York
Dunlap
Salt Lake
Denver
Milwaukee
Wis
San Francisco
Cal
Greelug
Buffalo
City Ticket Office
Mont
H. O. Wilson
New York
W. Park St. Butte, Monat
W. Park St
Butte, Mont
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