Pikers Halted by Parades and Horse Races
In yesterday’s six races favorites dominated with Spike and La Gorta saving the day for backers while others faltered, and Big Dutch failed against faster sprinters. The column also laments parade disruptions by streetcars as unsafe during crowded processions and urges citywide car stoppages during parades.
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Spike
la Gorta
Big Dutch
Honest John
Abba L
Joe D
Arline B
Reap
Arline Bb
Free Pass
Aunt Mary
Kitty Kelly
Don H
Amasa
J. Hawker
Street parades jam Butte streets says letter to editor
In four months in Butte the writer notes several street parades that drew thousands along the line of march and caused heavy congestion at intersections. The letter calls for action to stop or limit streetcars parades.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Butte
the Standard
Two Insanity Cases Heard In Court At Missoula
Two women and an old prospector were ordered committed to Warm Springs asylum after court hearings at Missoula. Mrs. Grace Nankivil, grieving over her husband’s death, received care at home for a time. Mrs. James Sullivan was committed amid hallucinations of death and loss. Edward Doyle, described as violent since October, was also ordered committed. A county physician cited brain softening, and Doyle resisted pleas of insanity.
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James Sullivan
Grace Nankivil
McClernan
Nankivil
Sullivan
Suboena
Edward Doyle
Leggat
Mackel
Sisters’ Hospital
Sheeran
Lemon shortage hits Butte as eastern demand soars
A lemon famine grips Butte with many saloons and shops selling out or rationing juice for drinks. Prices spike from 30 to 45 cents a dozen, with yesterday’s deals at four to ten dollars per dozen and little supply available statewide. Orton Bros. piano and organ dealer at 219 N Main St promotes services.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Butte
Orton Bros
N. Main Street
Train Wreck in Meaderville Severely Damages Engine and Cars
Nine ore cars and the engine were badly wrecked in the Great Northern yards near Meaderville. Engineer William Goggin, in charge of engine No. 85, jumped to safety as two runaway ore cars struck the locomotive and tore away the water tank. The crash blocked the main line and delayed a westbound Great Falls train for hours.
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Great Northern
Boston & Montana
Meaderville
William Goggin
Great Palls
Pennsylvania
Oregon Short Line Announces Buffalo Round Trip Fare
The Oregon Short Line announces round trip tickets to Buffalo and return for 64.50 effective on the first and third Tuesdays each month with a 60 day return limit. Tickets available at 105 North Main Street Butte Montana. Pipestone Springs excursion every Sunday with round trip price of 1 dollar.
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Selt Lake
Denver
Buffalo
City
North Main Street
Butte
Mont
Summer Excursions by Great Northern Railway Prices
Great Northern Railway offers Basin and return every Sunday for $1.00. Boulder and return every Sunday also $1.00. Basin and return Saturdays through Monday $1.59. Boulder and return Saturdays through Monday $1.50. Contact J. B. Dawson, 41 North Main Street.
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Great Northern Railway Co
Basin and Return
Boulder and Return
J. B. Dawson
North Main Street
Mayor Davey Heads to Seattle for Ten Day Trip
Mayor W. H. Davey plans a ten day visit to Seattle to cure rheumatism. Alderman Tom Bryant will serve as mayor during Davey’s absence from the city.
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W. H. Davey
Seattle
Tom Bryant
Mr. Davey
Temperature in Butte Reaches 90 Degrees Yesterday
The government thermometer in Butte registered a high of 90 degrees yesterday. Residents found the heat notably warm, yet no heat prostrations were reported.
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Butte
Wheat Harvest Opens Early in Eastern Kent
Harvesting begins in Eastern Kent amid hot weather advancing grain development. Mark Lane Express estimates 5 percent excellent 25 percent average 70 percent short crop with Russia's wheat crop at 58 million quarters and a possible export surplus around 18 million quarters.
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England
London
Kent
Mark Lane I Express
Mark Lane Express
Groot defies Bryan letter on independent state convention
Cleveland July 22 George H Groot active in pushing an independent democratic state convention says Bryan's letter did not discourage the movement and he believes Bryan did not disapprove of it.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleveland
Ohio
George H. Groot
Kansas City
Bryan
Groot
American Ladies of Hospital Service Present Medal to King
The Duchess of Marlborough and other American volunteers from the Maine committee met King Edward at Marlborough House. They presented a commemorative medal for the American hospital ship Maine and asked the king to give it to Queen Alexandra. The king thanked the visitors for aiding British sick and wounded in South Africa.
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London
Duchess of Marlborough
George Cornwall's
West
Ronalds
Maine
King Edward
Marlborough House
Queen Alexandra
Edward
South Africa
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Utey Brothers
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la Gotta
A. M. Clark
Clouden
Frank Higgins
Arlene L
Weweiess
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Julietta B
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Joseph Kinney
Joe K
Sweet Voice
Windward
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Ceiling
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Corvart
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L. H. Hamilton
Dolan
Aurora B
Grace W
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Monda
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William Boyer
B. A. Chilson
Casey
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Patsy
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Almax
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Nimrod
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Maggie K
Government
Sanibel
Auriffera
Abbyleix
Huachuca
Waterscratch
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Summers
Mintaka
Yellowstone
Mr. Robinson
Granger
the Buffoon
Poet Scout
St. Germain
Sea Song
Adnveor
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Charles le Bel
Thomas Carey
Dave N
Sam Green
Gus L
Delgado
Ace
Yount
The
Symons Dry Goods Co
Dinsmore
Missoula Orchard
E. Broadway
Pipestone Springs
Lander Furniture and Carpet Company
East Park Street
Schaeffer, Esty and
Widduew
Columbia Gardens
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Holland & Lynch
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Butte, Mont
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Dublin
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Bryan Democrats
Golden
Fosselman Drug Co
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Paris
Newbro Drug Sole Agents
Bulle
Moat
East Broadway
Ment
Montana Electric Co
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Laurence
Anaconda Copper Mining Co
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Morwon
Newton Bros. Druggists
North Main Ot
Utte, Moat, and Drug Company
Anaconda
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