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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jul 22, 1913
Page
9
Judge Booker plans evening sessions to hear police court cases against defendants encroaching on sidewalks. About 30 defendants were summoned to appear at 10 00 this morning. Those present may choose a hearing this evening or await Monday evening hearings if they prefer more time.
John Carney, accused by a county attorney of a statutory crime, pleaded guilty at arraignment before Judge Donlan. He waived trial and sentencing time and received a one year term in the state penitentiary. The alleged victim is a 13 year old girl.
A fire yesterday afternoon damaged the four room Mauver residence at 731 Oregon Avenue with an estimated loss of 300 dollars, 200 dollars of it for furniture. Neighbors reported the fire started in the kitchen from an overheated stove while no occupants were home.
The funeral for the late Eliza J. Bath will be held this Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the family residence 814 Placer Street under the auspices of Fraternal Brotherhood No 251 with Rev Rexroad officiating Interment will follow at Mount Moriah Cemetery Adv
A census claim states Mexico's population as 15 260 369, reflecting a precise total used in a historical context. The figure appears in a recount or statistical note within the article.
Justice Shea affirmed constables may appoint deputies with full powers, equal to the sheriff, and that such officers can issue and serve process. The ruling cites 1907 revised codes and notes deputies share liability and duties with the appointing constable in Silver Bow township. The decision aligns with an eight year earlier district court ruling.
The county commissioners started the annual equalization session and will meet Mondays Wednesdays and Thursdays for four weeks. The last session is set for August 11. Commissioner H. S. Harrington was elected chairman. Only two issues were heard yesterday, Polidor Vadnais and Mrs. M Marevich raising small tax inaccuracies later corrected.
Merkle's Coppers arrive in Butte after six wins and seven losses, fresh from Utah where they faced Ogden and Salt Lake. He touts the strongest lineup of the season and a new six-foot pitcher from Missoula, plus McCreary and Vancouver’s fast, high-velocity arm. Crawford released as staff crowds, Robinson improving, and McCloskey disputed. They head to Missoula before returning to Butte for a week of games.
The Butte Chautauqua begins Wednesday afternoon at Columbia Gardens with the Winona Ladies, known as The Sunshine Girls, performing first. Francis J. Gable will lecture on Laughilosophy, blending serious fact with humor and original poems to inspire cheer. Daily programs start at 9, 2:30, and 7:30 with lectures at 10:30 and 8:15. Seton Indians headline morning sessions, which are free for children. four days of entertainment at the gardens with free access for kids under the same terms.
More than four hundred thousand shares were represented at the stockholders meeting in Butte. Directors will organize in Helena and elect president vice president and secretary treasurer from their number. Dr Ira A Leighton of Boulder is named as president with EB Sulway of Dillon as vice president and KE Fidel of Helena as secretary treasurer. The treasury stock sale of 50 000 shares at 50 cents a share was voted to fund development. The property near Boston Corbin is promising and well managed.
A street brawl at George Perris’s saloon on East Park Street left Frank Hoff badly cut and possibly facing arm amputation. Perris was fined $100 for allowing the disturbance. Hoff was attacked by strangers. the assailant’s identity remains unknown. Other offenders faced fines for driving infractions and related misconduct.
In Washington on Sunday 4000 spectators at Union league baseball park witnessed a riot when players advertised as bloomers were men in disguise. A center fielder’s ball led to unmasking, attacks on the players ensued, police protected the fleeing team, injuries occurred, arrests were made, and gate receipts vanished prior to an eastbound departure.
Portland Ore July 21 After a severe lecture the municipal court suspended the sentence of a score of 1. W. W. members and others amid a disturbance at a local strike scene. J C Knapp a former lay brother at Mount Angel monstery was among prisoners. He asked for leniency. Several prisoners said they were drawn into the melee. GW Walkentin a German was advised to return to his fatherland if unhappy with America.
President Wilson and Senator Owen said no changes will be made to the currency law this session after a White House conference. The House committee proposed allowing national banks to keep using 2 percent government bonds for circulation.
Vancouver July 21 One of the most remarkable shipments from the North is 100000 in foxes on the steamer Princess May arriving from Skagway. 128 cubs include black silver tip and red varieties. A pair of black foxes could be worth 10000 when grown. Consigned to St Johns New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island for fox farms. Two men attend and feed the cubs with condensed milk.
Atlantic New Jersey July 21 The executive council of the American Federation of Labor meets for a week in Atlantic City in a session that will consider major issues. Secretary Morrison reports nine months of the fiscal year ending June showing 257 charters issued and membership at 2,026,716 up from 1,703,749 in June 1912. The AFL building trades department executive board also convenes here.
Special Dispatch to the Standard reports ongoing searches for Charles D. Chandler, a Short Line shop foreman, missing since July 13. Despite a hundred men and Boy Scout squads sweeping plains west to Michaud, no trace found. Authorities now believe he drowned himself in the Port Neuff under mental strain. a $150 reward remains for the body.
Thomas Killey and wife transfer lot 15 block 15 McQueen addition to Joseph Flainik for 1 dollar. Western Asphalt and Gravel Roofing Co transfers lots 15 and 28 block 28 Valley addition to John Dienst and others for 1 dollar. Jane Trythall and consort transfer lot 14 block 18 McQueen addition to Hanson MacPherson Co for 1 dollar. Sol Genzberger and wife transfer lot 18 block 31 McQueen addition to Steve Tesla for 200 dollars. Edward C Guenzer single transfers lot 13 block 4 Owsley addition to Joseph and Rose White for 1 dollar. Sol Genzberger and wife transfer lot 19 block 59 McQueen addition to Ole Anderson for 1 dollar. Will M Brown transfers east half of southeast quarter section 13 and lots 4 and 4 section 20 township 2 north range 7 west to Dora Brown for 1 dollar.
A Georgia haunted house hoax ends with Sam, paid $2 to sleep there all night, vanishing and reappearing four days later muddy. A search party finds nothing during the wait, while bystanders taunt him as he returns, saying he has been coming back.
Miss Olive C Purser becomes temporary lecturer in English history at Trinity College Dublin after becoming the first woman to win a scholarship there since admission of women to the university.
From the New York Press this note says papier mache may enter auto design. A chemist suggests building the frame with netting and light steel braces and pressing papier mache into the interstices. The result would be lighter and cheaper than steel or aluminum, with enamel likely to resist chipping.
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