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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jul 14, 1918
Page
2
A wartime column argues continued delays benefit the Allies by allowing more American troops to reach Europe. It notes the Kaiser’s plans to drive monthly appear unlikely and predicts a German push by November if stalled, while stressing American sacrifice and the hope that Kelmer will not secure peace before a strong U S military effort next spring.
An obituary notice outlines funeral plans for the Jester family. The service will be held at a residence at 110 Fo'cck Street. Attendees are asked to follow local customs and arrive promptly for the morning ceremony.
The remains of Patrick McHugh aged 32 will be removed this Sunday afternoon from the residence of John in East Copper Street. The funeral mass will be celebrated at 3 o'clock at St Marys. Interment will follow. The Curran remains aged 11 who died yesterday are in Buggan's parlors. Funeral announcement to follow.
A fragmented report notes Larry Duggan, a ker and embalmer, with unclear details about a street address in StaRthur and an incident described as an axe attack or injury amid a diet-related event. Authorities may investigate possible links to Bain or Btz entities.
Casualties released by the war department show Captain Charles J. Smith of Chateau Mont listed as wounded. A former first lieutenant of Company M, Second Montana, he served in France with the Sixteenth Infantry and led troops in Montana during earlier duties. Born in Ireland, he served in the British Army and with the National Guard, becoming a respected officer in Chouteau County. Dr Dan J Donohue praised his character and hoped for his full recovery.
Serbian volunteers marching under the Stars and Stripes left Northern Pacific station at 11 last night for war. Their first stop is a Canadian train station. A courthouse parade led by A C M band preceded Dushan Vujanovich and others who addressed the volunteers. Miles Pruz Bich, with a family in Serbia, was named captain in charge.
A historical note describes a broad Allied tribute calling Americans to honor France and German democracy sympathizers. The American Alliance for Labor and Democracy prepares greetings praising France as a brother in arms and future cooperation for freedom and welfare. A military pageant at Madison Square Garden will feature troops from eight nations. Mayor Hylan plans to name Avenue Joffre in honor of the Marne hero and namesake.
A report from the Rotary club on Western and Midwestern gasoline prices will show Butte Montana pays more than it should. The group plans to present findings at next Thursday's meeting. Meanwhile veteran Civil War cavalryman B J Conger, who led pursuit of Lincoln’s assassin, died here today.
Fragment shows Wendel-Cankon Monument Works with an address at 2030 60 Oyun Montana St No. 1509 and West Broadway, plus a phone S234. No clear event or person names beyond the company.
The state golf tournament at the Butte Country Club features E J Barker defending against J H Manwaring in the championship and Mrs J M Wheeler meeting Mrs Reno Sale for the women’s title. Early matches include Casey vs Henderson and Crosby vs Gaines with other near-term pairings and a Montana State Golf Association annual meeting scheduled.
The Rev. B. E. Crane arrives today to fill the vacancy at People's Central church in Butte. Formerly in Red Lodge at a Congregational church, he has also served in Kansas. Crane, 34, is married with a 3-year-old son and is known as a noted four minute man. He left Red Lodge to join the local ministry after Lt. A Wilson enlisted in the YMCA and went to Camp Lewis.
The passage extols James Duranty Gibbs and his colleagues for superior war news coverage. It notes their reports are daily cabled and published in the Anaconda Standard, Chicago Tribune, and New York Times, calling the wire service the best in the world. It mentions the Standard’s leased AP service and urges subscriptions via Butte and Anaconda offices.
In Judge Lambs court Vietortt Hall versus Northern Pacific, jurors were sent out to deliberate with instructions to seal the verdict when ready. The next day would be Sunday, so they could deliver it in court morning. Attorneys Gaines OConnor argued for the plaintiff seeking 40000 for Albert Halls death, claiming brakes failed leading to a collision at Pittemont yards. the company denied negligence.
Brown of Pomeroy Washington severely injured in Granite Mountain crash near Red Rock. He spent years unable to walk and relied on a hand driven machine after a wheel brake fail. Weather hindered travel as family moved to Idaho and Montana for help. Brown, now about 83, remains a carpenter in the city with wife by his side.
Madam Petrova will be unable to appear in Butte on her tour in the interest of war savings. Word reached yesterday that she must be in Minneapolis Tuesday, therefore she could not make the Butte date much to the regret of the star's admirers in this city.
Propritors of 35 North Main street and Tutte Brewing Co faced a perpetual injunction to stop gambling operations after a complaint alleged a roulette wheel was used on the premises. Police found a complete roulette cath and seized it as three defendants faced charges linked to running a gambling den and selling drinks late at night.
RG Young notes heavy letters to the Standard from readers across the United States and Canada praising the paper while touring Butte theaters. He reports wide circulation, home town interest, and strong demand for data on Butte. Young will travel to St Paul for two weeks to study government food problems.
E B Werley a Bernice rancher was arrested by Chief J J Murphy on charges of horse theft after Ra Marcus identified a team as neighbor Charles Carlson's property Werley denies guilt and says he purchased the horses He claims all horses on his range were obtained legitimately and he can account for them He moved to Montana years ago from Missouri
City league action features a doubleheader with Montana Power owning a perfect 4-0 record while Fourteenth Infantry and Montana Hardware chase. First game at 1 30 pm under umpire Sergeant McLaighlin as Red Cross proceeds go to the Thutte chapter.
Ten new Marines will depart Butte Monday night, with members of the United States lines involved. They entered last week and requested deferment to arrange affairs. Reported in Missoula headquarters last night. John Frederick Schmidt of Whitehall aided as mechanic. John Walter Johnston of Anaconda acted as chauffeur, and Harry Walter of Anaconda was listed as a welding helper who enlisted yesterday.
Local residents and travelers fill Butte diaries with visits from Great Falls Anaconda Deer Lodge Missoula Wickes Helena and Livingston. Notables include J B Nelson Sheridan C E Lively Livingston and M Morrison Silver Star plus camping trips to Divide and the Fisher summer camp.
Coroner Aéneas Lane reported failed efforts to identify a body recovered after the Granite mine disaster that killed 103 men. Debris and advanced decomposition hindered identification, with clues pointing to Patrice Eletaminon or another well known miner, while factors such as a mismatched shoe cast doubt on claims.
First Lieut. Andrew Toland is placed in command of the Fourteenth Infantry. The party will tour Yellowstone National Park. Second Lieutenants Clover Snyder and Jordan head to Ohio for musketry training for a month.
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