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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jul 29, 1916
Page
11
Boreman July 28 George Cole reportedly presented a raised check from 6.75 to 60.75 at the Commercial National Bank. Deputy Sheriff Allen Sales, drafted into the chase, helped capture Cole after Purdy alerted bank staff. O'Donnell has not yet commented. Cole is jailed for the night.
Helena July 28. A full roster of aspirants for the democratic state ticket was completed today. John J. Patterson of Missoula is a candidate for chief justice of the supreme court promising to discharge duties impartially. J. Scharnikow of Deer Lodge filed as a candidate for judge in the Third Judicial district.
Adjourned Dillon council session this week paused action on Washington street improvement after bids by H J Bostwick exceeded expectations. Property owners and Alderman Nelson discussed limiting costs to about 18 to 20 dollars per lot, with residents voicing objection to higher charges. Local mail service to Jackson begins next Tuesday, cutting previous two day routes, boosting mail and business inquiries into Dillon. Letters pour in from across the United States seeking information on dairies flour mills and other ventures to establish in the county. The secretary reports strong interest in naval educational facilities.
Deer Lodge July 28 reports Robert Thayer leaving for Minnesota for Aug 2 nuptials to Mine Tenia Sillowas. Others visit relatives in Sparta Phillips Wis and Elk River then plan Pacific coast honeymoon. Residents H E Nelson Elliston J J Huber and family travel for visits or move to new homes. assorted trips to Kansas City, Three Forks, and Yellowstone noted.
The report lists Mr and Mrs Dave Norton and baby returning from Urlet visits to relatives in Twin Bridges Arthur Shea of Butte arriving to join Milwaukee Electric Department. Sidney Dunia family back from Spokane and Seattle. The body of laborer Strosk Dimetreff killed near Big Ben was brought to Deer Lodge and handed to the coroner after being struck by a westbound Northern Pacific train. F B Wittich left Deer Lodge for Livingston after days seeking business.
Belgrade hosts about 80 white ribbon supporters as the Gallatin county Woman's Christian Temperance Union gathers at the Presbyterian church for its second annual meeting. Officers and delegates are named for upcoming conventions, including Mrs. A T Rutledge as president pro tem and others from Three Forks Helena and Bozeman.
Six mines from Montana and Wyoming will compete in the annual first aid miners contest here this afternoon. Two valuable silver cups and 200 dollars in cash prizes will be awarded. Towns represented include Butte Anaconda Red Lodge Bear Creek Mont and Geno Wyo.
Mrs James T Wood and Miss Mary Wood hosted a small gathering for Mrs Gillinan of St Paul and Miss Ellen Gillinan of Butte. Yellowstone park delegates returned home from the good roads and park to park convention. Wool shipments from the valley totaled 651,986 pounds with major consignments from C T Busha of Bis Timber and Coffin and Gilmore of Philadelphia. Local society notes include visits by Mrs Hal Ray and her family, plus various residents traveling to Martinsdale Harlowton and Fort Benton for summer activities.
Montana cavalry troop at Helena arrived with complete gear except horses. Rifles revolvers ammunition saddles bridges field equipment and clothing and personal effects were received. The unit will go to its border base as soon as orders come. In Washington Representative Stout pushed a bill to sell parts of townships 28 and 29 on Fort Assinniboine and reserve 57 000 acres for the Rocky Boy Chippewas grazing land claim.
Lewistown July eighth annual picnic of the Basin Farmers association at Moccasin drew a record crowd. Gov Stewart spoke on rural credits and land sale funds, while Chancellor Elliott urged Fergus county residents to use state institutions. Hobson Moccasin band won the band contest and Roy defeated Moore in the ball game. The stock show and experiment farm plots attracted many visitors.
Bozeman sheriff and police rounded up seven hoboes this morning as they fled a Northern Pacific freight train from the east. A telephone report said five tramps beat a resident named Greatener near the Bozeman tunnel, then boarded the train. In Gallatin county a lightning strike killed 146 sheep owned by B S Quigiex of Belgrade. a lone shepherd and a large tree were involved in the incident. Prof W M Cobleigh left to attend the Association of American Food Dairy and Drug Officials meeting in Detroit. he oversees the Montana state analytical lab for food and drugs under the state health board.
In Rillings Hibbing Minnesota Mrs J A Healey wife of State Senator John A Healey was killed when the car driven by the senator went off an embankment at Elbo creek about twenty miles southwest of town flipping four times and pinning her beneath it The senator was dazed but uninjured after vainly trying to free his wife Their 18 year old daughter suffered a badly wrenched ankle and minor bruises.
Miles City July 28 It is believed the body recovered from the Yellowstone river Thursday by seine ers and buried in the potters field was that of John Krovik of Cart ville who was drowned in the Yellowstone about a week ago while fishing Sheriff Middleton was informed today by the sheriff of Ros bud county that Kravid had hoe drowned Lee West and John Schlape pert who found the body remembered today that they had removed fishing tackle from around one of the Tegs of the corpse
The body of lis Vaggs a sheepherder for G. Pope was brought in by Nei Hardin after Vaggs was struck by lightning Tuesday night. His hat and shoes were torn and his head and body burned. Also included is a note on Canada’s future by a bishop and a report on Girard College’s anniversary of Stephen Girard’s birth.
A Helena listing tops a compilation of attendees at a training camp with multiple officials and workers named from Helena, Butte, Lima, Hamilton, Lewistown, Dillon, Anaconda, Great Falls, and Billings. The roster includes lawyers, engineers, salesmen, and railroad staff from firms such as American Smelting and Refining and Oregon Short Line, among others.
Western Federation of Miners delegates in Great Falls debated prohibition and urged support for anti prohibition stances. A harmony resolution was adopted to curb internal grievances and limit political use of federation offices, while criticism of President Charles H. Moyer featured among motions. The convention also discussed primary politics and regional labor strategy as it nears adjournment.
A husband named Steve Yukich attempted to seize his child at Broadway and Arizona while the mother raised an alarm and about 100 bystanders chased him. Deputies intervened and he fled with the baby, later escaping near the Florence hotel. The mother plans to seek a district court restraining order to stop further abductions.
An arbitration committee to settle real estate disputes will be formed in Butte with Secretary of the National Association of Real Estate Boards outlining new methods, patron service, ethics code, and a real estate bible at a noon luncheon hosted by local dealers at the Silver Ho. The talk aims to establish a commercial safety valve for disputes as the movement grows. A note mentions waterproof concrete used in building grain elevator foundations on a river bank in Budarest.
The county records the largest registration surge as 26,000 voters prepare to be listed by tonight, reflecting Silver How county growth. Expect a lengthy tally with 182 Democrats seeking county offices and a Democratic State ballot with about voters. lines formed at the courthouse as transfers and new registrations moved quickly.
A garbled obituary notice honors Arrie M Whiteley and Mrs James H Sbe, noting floral arrangements and assistance from UNDERTAIERS. The fragmentary text references a memorial or funeral context with names and affiliations unclear due to damaged OCR.
Doc Ging Cheng of the Tun Chin troupe, at the Empress theater, will perform a hair rope slide from the top of the building to Dakota street Monday at noon. The stunt, a wagered display, is billed as the greatest free exhibit in Butte and showcases the troupe’s signature act.
Washington July 28 In a public letter President Wilson acknowledges receipt of the new national research council and stresses that preparedness extends beyond army and navy expansion. He supports measures coordinating production transportation and industry and outlines a national defense council with key cabinet leaders and six presidential appointees to handle public utilities industry and resources. The president notes readiness to cooperate with the National Academy of Sciences and confirms department heads are considering best cooperation methods. Cordially yours Woodrow Wilson
Thomas Maguire of Avon Montana has filed notice of intention to file five year proof to establish a cabin homestead claim in section 28 and 25, township 6 north range 12 west, Montana meridian. The hearing will be before Clerk of District Court at Anaconda Montana on August 2. Certificates issued by register and clerk names appear.
The funeral for Joni Barry will be held at Duggan Funeral Parlors at 9:20 AM and proceed to Heart Church for a 10:00 AM service before burial at Cronm Cemetery. Embalmer Street, Butte, is noted in the notice.
Larry Duggan an embalmer at 822 North Main Street lists details for the funeral of the late Thomas Morrissey. The rites begin Saturday at 3 o'clock at his residence 208 South Warren, then proceed to Heart Church for high mass at 8:20. Holy Cross cemetery interment planned.
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