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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jul 22, 1907
Page
15
The Chelsea Clock Company makes all clocks in Boston and avoids low priced lines. The cheapest model sells for 23 dollars with a jeweled movement and brass case. A ship bell striking clock priced at 55 dollars showcases their quality. Other models fall between these prices.
Hight and Fairfield advertise buggies at Grady's and piano rentals by Orton Bros Dr Hall. Miss Thorne connected with stono at Butte hotel. Dan Yancey of Yancey in town yesterday Dr Stokes at 524 Phoenix St James hospital. Barney's Reception offers first class meals. Dr Turner in office hours Phoenix 2 to 4 and 8 to 9 pm. Quartz sale location blanks at Standard office. Ladies Home Journal and others ready at the P O stand. H Sherman moves piano business to 47 West Park with new recital parlors. H M Hart ex Butte high principal now Spokane head on return from East.
In Cairo Illinois Rev L D Bass of Calvary Baptist warned his congregation against kissing calling it the kissing devil and saying it carries more evil than whiskey and drugs. He described a kiss as magnetic and electric with passion and urged deliverance from the vice.
In Pittsburg on Friday evening Daniel McHenry, absent seven years after a drunken spree and abuse, appeared at his family’s door on Mifflin street. His wife and 10-year-old daughter, believing him dead, refused entry and called police. He was sent to the county prison for 60 days.
Rain washed out main lines at Winona and caused Chicago trains to be tied up. Washouts reported at Lytles and Kasota with several hundred feet of Milwaukee track out. Also noting the funeral for Larry Dolan at 9 AM from 422 Virginia Street to St Patrick's Church.
Davis James R. Davis aged years died yesterday and is at Walsh Giffin's undertaking parlors with funeral notice to follow. Also Miller Mary Miller remains at Walsh Giffin's undertaking parlors with funeral notice to follow.
The death of Mrs Clara Eliza Weston at 25 Washington street from diphtheria ends a long life in Butte. A 47 year old England born resident, she came to Montana 19 years ago with husband John Weston once county clerk. Survived by four children Marion Catherine Clar John, six Canadian and London brothers, the funeral is private at 2 30 this afternoon.
Detectives Bates and Sincel raided a gambling den at the Will house on Broadway and Arizona street before daybreak. They arrived after a man reported losing money there and claimed the entrance was on Arizat street. The venue was empty but a full poker setup remained.
The passage suggests the organizers believed the victim would reveal details or had a hidden exit plan ready when police approached, implying premeditation and fear of exposure. The text emphasizes the attackers' concern over being caught and their need for a safe exit strategy.
James Campbell, 21, of 831 North Montana, slipped into a chute at the High Ore mine’s 1100 level and fell nine floors about 63 feet. He was unconscious on arrival at St James hospital but recovered with no broken bones or internal injuries after treatment by Dr. R S Stokes.
The courthouse hosted a shooting wager at the south end of Montana street with Sheriff Henderson and Under Sheriff Bailey. Henderson bet $25 with A. E. Whipps to hit a berry bottle at 125 yards in five trials. Bailey bet Whipps he could not hit it in 100 shots. Bailey won after 15 shots. Henderson then won a separate wager after 40 trials. Whipps challenged again with a $50 rifle shot next Sunday.
Mrs Blanche E Davis of Buffalo New York sues for absolute divorce and alimony from George 8 Davis alleging he gained about 366000 from his uncle George W Davis estate and may receive 30000 more She notes Davis bought about a dozen fast horses and has only about 1000 in cash His attorney calls him a fool for following race track touts and dissipating his fortune
Washington July 21 The Columbia Typographical Union No 104 denounces Public Printer Charles A Stillings for deducting pay from proofreaders as fines for oversights in proofs The union seeks an Attorney General opinion on the legality and has mailed resolutions to President Roosevelt and the Justice Department.
A violent wind gust with hail and rain struck Williston North Dakota last night destroying 15 dwellings, injuring 25 people with two believed fatally. The dead include Holmes and Mrs. Collinson who was blown from her home with her baby about 10 yards to land against a wire fence. Many homes in Westlawn suburb were small structures and the courthouse, schoolhouse, and Union block also suffered damage.
Buffalo reports A J Kendrick editor of Fort Smith Arkansas attempted suicide today. He shot himself twice in a park during a walk and may die at any moment. Kendrick had been ill and came to Buffalo for treatment.
The Grand Opera House ball team was defeated 20 to 9 by the Young Men's club yesterday morning. Key players included Devine and Hour for the Young Men's and Owenstein and Stener for Grand Opera House. The Young Men's club now has 14 wins in 15 games.
Emmett Dalton ex bandit walks free on four months parole from Lansing to seek treatment for a shoulder wound from the Coffeyville raid. Reports say a presidential pardon may follow. Dalton is the last surviving Dalton in a saga tied to the 1892 Coffeyville Bank Robberies and the earlier gang history.
Torrents swept into mountain canyons as hail and rain hit the district. Track sections bent and rails stripped, boulders the size of streetcars tumbled down. A passenger train reached the washout after most damage occurred. service may not resume before late today. Rumors of miners drowning at Green Leaf mine were unverified.
Full stock of standard American watches priced 16 to 30 percent below rivals in Butte with a one year guarantee. Best mainspring offered at $1. Six skilled workers constantly repair watches and jewelry and make jewelry to order as cheap as the East. Mayor assures quality and a year long guarantee with all work.
Plans for a manual training building for republic schools and industrial education, plus extensive paving and macadamizing of principal streets in business and near by residence districts, reflect a thriving city. A petition from Yegen Bros seeks a special election to grant a street railway franchise, as the council advances numerous improvements turning the city into a hive of industry.
The Fariss O'Brien and Rowe agency at 119 Hamilton Street in Butte insures automobiles against fire explosion lightning theft and collision. No restrictions are placed on the use or storage of gasoline.
A tornado struck the area north of La Crosse near Viroqua causing downed wires and cut telephonic service. Rail crossings suffered serious washouts on all five lines into La Crosse. traffic was at a standstill.
Los Angeles reports Frank Whiting of Peoria Illinois was arrested on a warrant charging grand larceny or embezzlement. Police say they are ignorant of the offense he stands accused of as of tonight. Fariss O Brien Rowe agency listed with lighting theft and collision. No gasoline.
Portion of main warehouse with corner office space in a Davidson Grocery Co facility at the Ohio and Platinum streets corner. Property details indicate usable warehouse area and optional offices for tenant fit.
State Savings Bank of Butte Montana lists officers including Chapin as President, Leonard and Nuckolls as vice presidents, and R. B. Nuckolls as cashier. It advertises 4 percent interest on savings deposits, semiannual compounding, time certificate rates, and authority as registrar transfer agent trustee administrator and guardian. The bank is state examined, reserve agent for Montana and a public funds depositary.
Daly Bank and Trust Co established 1882 presents capital and surplus figures and a roster of officers including John C. Lalor John D. Ryan A J Sant John G Morony Charles F outh S A Kunkel and Swinborne as it lists services such as letters of credit drafts payable domestically and abroad It asserts commitment to extend every accommodation consistent with conservative banking and politely solicits customer business.
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