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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jul 28, 1915
Page
8
In a complex post Titanic era dispute, J Ross Clark the son of Walter Miller Clark battles for guardianship of his son J Ross Clark II. Mrs Tanner widow of Jack Tanner and rival guardian reached a joint plan granting custody to mother and grandfather with alternating six month periods amid Los Angeles and Pasadena society buzz.
Adolph Heilbronner was appointed as Butte representative of the Yellowstone Trail Association, awaiting confirmation by secretary H. O. Cooley in Aberdeen. Barker resigned due to work load, while J. W. Parmley and Representative Woodall advance the project. They traveled to Seattle to compile the road record between Helena and Butte for a forthcoming Blue Book guide.
Two fine specimens of mountain goats, a mother and her kid, arrived at Columbia Gardens from the Big Hole country. They were transported 28 miles by mule and the rest of the 118 mile trip by auto. State Game Warden J L De Hart approved the capture. The goats are wild but adjusting to their new home with excellent appetites.
Justice Doran will preside over the preliminary hearing for John Franconi, held on bond of $50, accused of stealing a black mare from Walter Gillis on June 12. The judge requested another justice as the hearing starts.
A newspaper ad explains inherited nervousness in two kinds, predisposition and excitement. It warns nervous parents are likelier to have nervous children and urges avoidance of worry, overwork, and debt, plus maintaining rich blood and health with Dr Williams Pink Pills. It promotes a free booklet from Dr Williams Medicine Co.
Chester Adams, a Sydney businessman touring North America, praised Australia’s ready enlistment and defense plans. He noted generous support for the relief fund and predicted a strong future defense force built on short-term training rather than a standing army, stressing defensive aims and the impact on Australian sports and industry.
Judge Bourquin appoint ed EH Renisch of Butte temporary receiver of the stock of the Montana Jewelry company. The receiver will handle affairs until creditors meet and appoint a trustee. The court issued an injunction restraining Powell county officers and Benjamin te Firman from imposing his property. Dow of Landuscky filed a voluntary bankruptcy petition in federal court with liabilities at 750 and assets at 100, claiming exemptions after judgments by creditors.
Katherine Boboska the gypsy woman held on charges of operating a confidence game was dismissed by Justice Doran on Deputy County Attorney Maurice English's motion. The $565 paid by Mary Haakle for three stomach treatment sessions was recovered and the gypsy and her companions, who camped near Milwaukee yards, promised to leave the city today.
County officials learned the defunct state Savings Bank directors will pay $7,000 before July ends as an installment. After this payment, the county will still be owed about $20,649 on deposit in the bank, per a meeting with directors and the county commissioners.
The Woodmen of the World Drill team of Butte camp will host a social and dance on Wednesday evening at the Pythian castle. F W Krabler, former captain, returns as drillmaster to reorganize the team. He led the squad to a state silver trophy in Helena years ago and has secured a new quota of recruits to boost the camp’s prominence.
Following department policy, Helena clerks face retrenchment with one clerk reassigned to road service on Northern Pacific trains 2 and 4 between Helena and Spokane. Motehenbach moves to the road, Cushman shifts to North Coast runs 1 and 2 between Miles City and Spokane, Aker acts as substitute, and Helena's clerical staff drops from five to four. Watches cleaned and mainspring service listed at $1 and $1.50 respectively.
Wires from Berlin report a day of submarine activity with attacks on French and Norwegian shipping. The French submarine was destroyed with 31 crew captured, a Danish steamer sunk in the North Sea, and Norwegian craft set afire as German submarines reappeared off the North Sea coast. Also noted were Austrian air raids and naval bombardments along Adriatic shores.
An observer said a number of fast ponies were at the F Lodge track and he hoped to bring them to the Helena fair.
A humorous tale recounts F O'Brien chief deputy clerk's mishap with currency. He burned a dollar during an experiment in the kitchen range, melted one side, then restored the system with Treasury help. The incident ends with a bright new dollar issued by the treasurer as replacement.
George Ray Watters died yesterday at age 18. A native of Canada, he had lived in Butte 28 years and worked as a stationary engineer. He belonged to Woodmen of the World and the Masonic order. Funeral arrangements will be announced. The Eagles of Milwaukee plan to visit Butte Aug 2 for a national convention event.
City health officials announced new garbage rules targeting manure piles rubbish and alley refuse. Landlords must enforce covered cans and maintain sanitation in alleys while private stables should remove manure weekly to curb flies. The move aims to reduce uncovered waste and improve cleanliness in Butte.
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