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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1927
Page
5
The notice explains applying Caticura Ointment to the scalp until treated, leaving it on overnight if convenient, followed by shampooing with Caticura Soap and warm water. Rinse thoroughly and apply a light coat of Cuticura Ointment between shampoos.
Butte visitors and guests fill various hotels including the Finlen Acoma Thornton Leggat and Arizona with names from Plains Twin Bridges Great Falls Helena Deer Lodge Missoula Miles City Lewistown and Anaconda. Notable entries include William G. Brooks state fire marshal visiting Butte and R H Welsh planning a two week trip to Camas Lake and Flathead country.
Four youths are detained in the city lockup as police investigate an armed holdup on Charles Armstrong of 623 South Wyoming. Armstrong was accosted for 25 cents. the thieves strong-armed him when he had no money. Officers Larkin Hallisey Canning O Connor Roe arrested them. Detected entry at N B Grocery 333 South Montana yielded about $12 in nickels and cigarette packages from a punch board. Detectives Powell and White lead the inquiry.
The planned Field Day features a popular men’s rock-moving contest with prizes, plus varied events for women and children including tug of war and races. A parade, band concerts, dancing, and a full schedule from 9 a.m. to after 4 p.m. are planned with participation from mining companies and local committees.
Charles O Hara faced a divorce suit filed in district court accusing him of forcing wife Martha to work, taking wages, and spending much on liquor. The couple wed December 1 1924 in Bulle and Mrs O Hara says he deserted her in March 1926. One child is involved and she seeks custody, 75 per week alimony, 300 attorney fees, and the suit.
Federal court this morning will hear the question of revoking the North Butte Minis company receivership with Judge George M Bourquin presiding. Receivers cited to appear and show cause why property should not be returned to elect officials amid earlier rulings in the Heilbronner bankruptcy and People’s theater cases.
Carl Warner of the state bureau of Industrial rehabilitation will discuss the Need for Vocational Education at a noon Butte Kiwanis meeting at the Finlen hotel today. Jenni Singer will entertain with vocal solos, with Bert Trezise as accompanist. Excursion rates to Cokeville rodeo announced by Union Pacific valid July 23 to 28. Also notes a willow shortage affecting cricket bats locally.
Suver Bow county and Butte received a total of 89 215 28 from the Clark estate in money and credits including household goods valued and musical moments. The payments to the city and county are the largest received this year.
The jury in Judge W. Carrolls court has not heard a case as actions set for trial were waived by litigants. Broadway Garage Co won a judgment for 188.04 against Leonard McLees with 100 attorney fees and 5.98 interest. Margaret Jenkins vs Ansonia Amusement Co set for today. Carl Spillum vs George Spillum Cigar Co vacated. W J Dawe vs Julius A Peters and Elma A ters move to release attachment. Roe appointed administrator of Georges estate with 1500 bond. Estate of James Kaward Woods valued at 3200. Mars Mengan estate valued at 3635.86. heirs listed. Minnie Kipe seeks probate for Jessie A Kipe will. L D Powell Co vs W H Maloney defendant confessed judgment. O G Kistler vs Russell Winslow defendant seeks 2066.50 and costs. Accident on Butte Anaconda pavement Dec 2 1926 noted. William S French won 1600 judgment with 996.21 interest and 150 attorney fee against Saunders and Beatrix Saunders Sielaff and H H Grimth.
Colonel Walter H. Johnson and his son Lieut. Walter M. Johnson visit Montana as part of a tour of national parks in the West. The elder Johnson once served at Presidio Fort Harrison and is touring military posts and parks with his son this morning.
Owar A Dingman commander of Silver Bow post of the American Legion and a well known young man of the city has been appointed member of the School of Mines faculty for the coming term Dr George Craven president announced last night following information from Helena Dr Dingman will be a member of the department of mathematics
A lone female driver may hold the key to identifying the motorist who fatally struck Nehemiah Trevithick, a prospector, on the Butte Anaconda highway near Sunrise hotel. Coroner Holland reported that a woman in a brick large car stopped at the scene and said the struck car appeared to have passed her shortly before. Authorities seek to contact her for details.
Sam Pappas reported a Dillon incident led to the arrest of John Doe Williams on a robbery charge. Pappas identified Williams from a June 26 hold up at Porphyry and Wyoming, claiming $812.39 was stolen. Williams faces arraignment in Butte as police chief Jere Murphy swore the complaint. Joe La Barge received 300 days for petty larceny after pleading guilty to stealing a suit worth $20 from John Fallmer. M Rodhman admitted selling meats without a license, posting $100 bond for July 21 trial. John A Cook’s abandonment charge was dismissed by Justice Buckley upon Mrs. Cook’s request. G E McElroy was found not guilty of reckless driving in Justice Wilkinson’s court.
The Hand and Machine Sheep shearers International union met in Butto for its annual session with 25 delegates representing 1,000 members. Delegates from Canada Mexico Australia and Western states attended. President William McLennan presided as credential committees were named and reports favorable on union activities and growth were presented. The convention is expected to run about 10 days with about 25 additional shearers from various parts of the country in Spenter's union hall.
The first meeting of the county equalization board has been set for Monday. The three county commissioners who comprise the board will hear complaints by property owners who feel their property has been overassessed. The board will continue to meet three times weekly until early in August.
A canoe belonging to A. E. H. Clarke was stolen from Lake Avoca shortly after midnight Tuesday. Clarke reported the loss to the sheriff, and deputies are investigating the theft.
Mrs. Paul Bailor a leading Montana voice teacher has opened a new Bailor studio at 224 South Montana Street after leaving the Touraine apartments. She hosts a large class and plans several student performances, continuing her prominence in the state’s vocal scene. Also reported is a custody disturbance case involving Hermane Rowe Donahoe, with details from Assistant Chief Earn and Officer Juley following an arrest on a disturbance charge.
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