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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jul 23, 1907
Page
19
The Busch prism binoculars range from six to twelve power with one to one distant translation. They provide a large field of view, uniform illumination and a sharp image to the edge. Six and nine power sell for 45 dollars and twelve for 65, with other field glasses from 11 to 25 dollars.
Arrangements for the opening of the Butte coursing season proceed with an order for hares sent to California and a stake hoped to start August 4. The Silver Bow club meets Friday night at Harvard saloon, 782 East Park, for important business including officials for the season. Fariss O'Brien Rowe agency at 119 Hamilton street shows automobiles protected against fire explosion lightning theft and collision with no gasoling restrictions.
Chief Wynnes reports Bert Talgo of Billings is holding Clarence Burns at Willie Murphy at 533 North Franklin Street. Message asks if the boys are wanted. Parents have been notified.
The Harrington family Timothy and Teresa Harrington thank friends and neighbors for kindness and sympathy after the sickness and death of William Harrington. They note the address 119 Hamilton Street, Butte.
City police committee debates charges against Policeman Van Orden who arrested Alderman O’Donnell. Mayor and City Attorney warn of perjury risk if Van Orden lied about residence. The aldermen argue over authority and demand a council hearing while Van Orden fails to appear before the committee.
Andrew Scanland a 35 year old Butte resident died in his jail cell after a night lodging at the city jail. Coroner ruled death natural and possible alcoholism contributed. He had slept on a bunk until breakfast time when the jailer found him dead.
In a long running real estate dispute, Attorney M. P. Gilchrist seeks a lien for fees on Hoar’s corner property at Park and Alabama. The case, tied to a nine yearold action, involves a receiver and a dispute whether the deed is mortgage or absolute conveyance. The court weighs property value estimates from $55 to $100 monthly rent versus $99 to $100, and resumes at 3 this afternoon.
Centerville store manager Thomas Scadden narrowly escaped serious harm when a delivery wagon struck his sulky at Park and Main. The horse toppled him, tangled harness and wheels whirled, but onlookers freed him. He suffered leg and back injuries yet showed remarkable recovery.
In Butte a group of lightweights skilled at drilling claim fast, tempered steel work in hard rock. They suggest a union picnic prize to showcase local talent, with proceeds benefiting local boys rather than distant laborers.
A full stock of standard American watches at 15 to 30 percent off the usual price in Butte. The shop offers a one year guarantee on the best mainspring at $1. Six watchmakers stay busy on watch and jewelry repairs and custom jewelry, promising cheaper and better work than in the East. Do not pay high prices when the mayor performs work for less with a year guarantee.
Burglars ransacked a Milwaukee saloon in the early hours but took nothing. Entry came through a rear door secured by a frail chain. A patrolman’s timely pass likely prevented theft of stock and cash.
At the Grand, manager Sutton presents Lost in Siberia with a mostly new scenery and a good audience. Mr Barlow wins praise for the two lead roles while the entire company earns credit. Next week the strong Irish drama Shamus OBrien is planned.
The remains of Andrew Scandland who died yesterday and James Byrnes killed at Gow Creek yesterday lie at Sherman & Reed's undertaking parlors. Notices of their funerals will appear later.
Butte police were told that Mr Hayes of Kemper Avenue, separated from his wife, abducted their young daughter from the mother's apartment. Officers sought to arrest him late last night as the incident follows recent domestic troubles that have twice put Hayes in jail.
Billy Ebbage, a first time this year player, captured class 6 in the local Butte club tourney on Diamond street courts finishing 6 1 and 7 5 to defeat his opponent. The result advances both him and the runner up to class 2 matches already underway. Champion Transfer moves office from 75 West Park to 3838 West Broadway. General transfer, furniture and machinery moved.
The remains of James R Davis and Mrs Mary Miller lie at Walsh and Giffin's undertaking parlors. Funeral notices to follow.
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