Anaconda Denial On Plot To Rob Express Wagon
Chieft Taylor and Assistant Chief O'Brien dispute Harley Callahan's claim that Don Sullivan proposed a holdup of the Great Northern Express wagon. Police recount Sullivan met Callahan with a plan, including fake robbery to split loot, with Kieley named. Callahan's signed denial followed, saying he carried a gun to shield himself from suspicion.
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Standard
Great Northern Express Company
Don Sullivan
Monitor
Taylor
O'Brien
The
Harley Callahan
Callahan
Sullivan
Con Sullivan
Con Kieley
Express Company
Matin Street
Don Kieley
William Taylor
Oarien
Woodmen of the World Elects New Officers in Anaconda
Camp 154, Woodmen of the World, Anaconda, elected officers for the July term at Carpenters Union hall. Officers include W M Hayes as counsel commander and J C Tucker as adviser lieutenant. Installation set for the first Thursday in July. Memorial Day services Sunday June 6 at Hill cemetery with unveiling of a monument for Samuel Peterson. Park opening June 7 with train schedule and season fares: adults 26 cents, children 10 cents, rail surcharge 20 and 10 cents respectively.
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Woodmen of the World
Anaconda
Carpenters’ Union
Ofcers
W M Hayes
Leutenant
J. C. Tucker
Joseph Dee
Edward Heimbach
W. Rule
Grecorge Boyce
Daniel Dunn
George L. Walkup
N. J. Marchion
Hill Cemetery
Samuel Peterson
Report of Books Issued by Hearst Free Library May
May reports show books issued across Philosophy Theology Philology Natural Science Literature Fine Arts Geography History and more. Total attendance records reference aids and the department notes reflect library activity while The Philadelphia Record cites an ad expert on how ad size changes affect sales.
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Hearst Free Library ix
Montana Pioneer Dean Norton Dies of Rheumatic Heart Disease
Dean Norton, longtime Montana pioneer, passed away after a rheumatic heart condition. He helped establish multiple early settlements, supported local schools, and mentored generations of residents before his death. His funeral services are planned locally with community honors anticipated.
Prominent Montana rancher William Norton dies near Stuart
William Norton, longtime Deer Lodge Valley cattle and sheep grower and Montana settler, dies at his Stuart home at 12:30 pm after a brief rheumatic heart illness. Born in Ontario, he journeyed from Canada to California and Alaska before driving the second sheep herd into Deer Lodge territory in 1874. Survived by Mary A. Thomas Norton and 9 of 12 children, his estate spans about 2000 acres. Burial by Masons at Gregson Springs planned for Sunday at 1 o’clock.
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William Norton
Stuart
Mr. Norton
Montana
Deer Lodge
Whitby
Ontario
Canada
Asa Norton
Upper Canada
Eliza Cronk
Dominion
Mohawk Valley
New York
Panama
California
Alaska
Wilds
Northwest Territory
British Columbia
Cable
Silver Bow
Isaac Dean
Washington
Norton
Mary A. Thomas
Utah
Deer Lodge Valley
Talbot
George FL Nton
David Norton
William Norton, Jr
Jacob Norton
Burton Talbot
Tottie Norton
Becky Norton
Gregson Springs
Masonic Order
Road grading planned to Big Hole Divide project
A planned construction action will build four miles of grading toward Big Hole Divide. The project outlines a road work phase completing a four mile grading stretch as part of infrastructure improvements in the area.
Road Plan to Replace Impassable Big Hole Route
County Commissioners order immediate survey and repairs on the Big Hole road to restore travel for teams during dry months. A new grade along the gulch east side, four miles long, will avoid washouts and springs, with construction largely machine driven. Local businessmen of Anaconda are urged to aid funding. costs exceed current county funds. Dr O Warren joins state fair commission. Sheriff’s quarterly prisoners bill approved.
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Board of County Commissioners
Big Hole
Tobin
Anaconda
MacCallum
Albert) Bourbonnier
Davia Kauffman
Business Men's Association of
O. ¥. Warren
Warm Springs
State Fair Commission
Deer ‘Lodge County
Sheriff's Board
New Line of Go Carts at Stage's Showroom
Police request aid from Creeley Colorado to locate G W Holmes traveling for Royal Baking Powder. A $25 reward offered by City Marshal TD Camp for arrest and delivery to Colorado authorities. Holmes, about 9, well dressed, 5 feet 7 inches, 150 pounds, sandy mustache, posing as a Royal Baking Powder representative and inducing drafts with lower prices. He left Greeley on the May under suspicious circumstances.
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Creeley
Colo
Anaconda Department
G Wn Holmes
TD. F. Camp
Colorado
Holmes
Royal Baking Powder Company
Eare
Greeley
Civil Service Exam for Illustrator in Agrostology
A notice announces the civil service examinations for an illustrator position in agrostology. Details outline eligibility, testing location, and application deadlines for applicants seeking government posts in botanical illustration and grass research.
Civil service exam for agrostology illustrator on June 28 1908
The United States civil service commission announces an examination for an illustrator in agrostology to be held June 28 1908 with a maximum salary of 790 dollars. Eligibility requires 20 years of age or older and qualifications in botany and drawing. Applications via Washington or local boards with required forms and affidavits.
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United States Civil Service Commission
CME Ase
United States
Civil Service
Washington, D. C
Board of Examiners
Washington
Dillon Happenings Special Correspondence Update
Dillon June 4 council met with all members present as water works bids near opening. County board debates jail construction costing about 19000 dollars. Treasurer reports 21223.57 on hand, May taxes 2635.25 collected. Wool shearings begin with 1.5 million pounds projected. Former Gov White off to Helena for world’s fair commission meeting then Chicago and St Louis. Mrs Browne gravely ill with lung trouble. Joe Mellen recovers to resume business.
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Standard
Dillon
Grand Jury
Stevenson
Hudnall
B. F. White
Helena
Faribault
Minn
Chicago
St. Louia
Joe A. Browne
Joe. Mellen
Edwin Kenney Receives Gold Watch from Standard Staff
Anaconda high school 1940s graduate Edwin Kenney was honored with a gold watch and chain by the Standard newspaper’s printing and editorial staff. The presentation followed a playful rebuke from School Board President Gosnell about Kenney’s proofreading, delivered in a lighthearted roast.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edwin Kenney
Anaconda High School
The
Standard
Kenney
Gosnell
Mr. Kenney
Dissolution of Thomas Meeker and Thomas Partnership
The firm of Thomas Meeker and Thomas dissolves this day. The business moves to 1 1 2 Past Park Avenue under J P Thomas and Son who will pay all liabilities and handle collections. J P Thomas Laude B Meeker Xan J Thomas.
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Thomas, Meeker & Thomas
Park Avenue
J. P. Thomas & Son
J. P. Thomas
B. Meeker
Txan
J. Thomas
Helena Public Schools graduation marks 1903 class
The 1903 graduation exercises for the training school department were held at the high school at 8 pm. Graduates Saidee Madge Pratt Bertha Major Jacy G Holloway Annie A Frederick and Gertrude A Miller received diplomas after essays and recitations and a speech by Superintendent Randall J Condon.
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Helena
Training School Department
Saidee Madge Pratt
Bertha Major
Jacy G. Holloway
Annie A. Frederick
Gertrude A. Miller
Randall J. Condon
Stabbed by Stepson in a Drunken Row Near Havre
Special Dispatch to the Standard Havre Montana June 4 Gabriel Moneau was stabbed by his stepson Joe Buvis at their camp one mile south of Havre. The knife pierced the left breast causing a deep wound requiring many stitches. Dr B McKenzie treated the injury and Moneau's prospects are very slight. Buvis was arrested and jailed.
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The
Standard
Havre
Gabriel Moneau
Joe Buvis
B. McKenzie
Moneau
Buvois
Helena high school 9th annual commencement diplomas awarded
Helena June 4 at the Auditorium the Helena high school held its ninth annual commencement exercises. Nearly all seats were filled and a notable program was presented. Diplomas were conferred on 28 graduates by F S Lindsay president of the school board.
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Helena
Helena High School
F. 3S
Lindsay
Death of Indian Johnnie Smart under investigation
Vancouver reports an Indian named Johnnie Smart killed by a train five miles from the city after being found lying on the track wrapped in blankets. An inquest suggested a drunken fight with other Indians leading to his body being hidden on the track. one arrest has been made as police probe the case. In Helena, Montana, Game Warden Scott warns that many people including youths and adults have been seen plundering birds nests and eggs, violating the law and facing prosecution.
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Vancouver
B. C
White Horse
Johnnie Smart
The
Standard
Helena
Scott
Broadwater
Railway fares to Gregson Springs begin May 23
Beginning Saturday May 23 and every Saturday after until further notice the B A P railway offers round trip rates to Gregson Springs from Anaconda and Butte. Anaconda to Gregson and return 50c, Butte to Gregson and return 80c. Tickets valid on all trains from noon Saturdays to noon Mondays. Household furniture for sale mornings. W A Rankin upper works.
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Gregson Springs
Anaconda
Gregson
Butte
W. A. Rankin
Handyman Crushed Foot In Smelter Accident
Ole Handy, a worker at the East Helena smelter, was hospitalized at St. Peter's after a slag pile accident. A fragment of slag fell on his foot Wednesday evening, crushing it badly.
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Standard
Notice to Public on Unpaid Accounts
Public notice states all accounts due to Joe Benzeler must be paid by July 14 or be turned over to a collection agency for collection. The document warns of enforcement action if payment is not received by the deadline.
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Joe Benzeler
Clerks meet to-night at various venues and shops
Local notices list meetings and sales from Verberckmoes optician to Strain's store, with Furnished rooms, hats discounts, and a diverse mix of business ads and social events. Mentions include O G T at carpenters hall, Durston rooms, and Strath'a mohair and other fabrics. The day features reminders of lectures, hospital reports, and a court hearing set for Saturday morning.
Graduates Complete Preparatory Department in Bozeman
In Bozeman on June 4 the preparatory department held graduation exercises in the college hall. A class of 16 received diplomas for completing the academical work. Names include Berthe B. Davis Florence P. Baker Arthur F. Mirrin Warren J. Griffith Ralph C. Holgate Edith F. Houston Faith L. Jackson Mary Johnson Floyd S. Lorentz Jele F. E. B. Moore Agnes Morris Agnes Mountjoy Leila M. Shearer Jennie L. Leselle Elisabeth Thorpe Gertrude L. Traphagen.
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Bozeman
College Hall
Berthe Bk. Davis
Florence P. Baker
Arthur F. Mirrin
Warren J. Griffith
Ralph C. Holgate
Edith F. Houston
Faith L. Jackson
Mary Johnson
Floyd
Lorentz
Jele FE. B. Moore
Agnes Morris
Agnes Mountjoy
Leila M Shearer
Jennie L. Leselle
Eligabeth Thorpe
Gertrude L. Traphagen
Sealed bids sought for bonds by Deer Lodge Montana district
Notice says school district No 10 Deer Lodge county Montana will receive sealed proposals by June 19 1903 at 8 pm for $1000 bonds dated April 1 1903. Bonds payable in 20 years redeemable in 10 with up to 5 percent interest semi annually at the county treasurer Anaconda. Bid must include $100 certified check forfeitable if not fulfilled. Clerk W Custer signs May 19 with district name imperfect in OCR.
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Board of School Trustees
Deer Lodge County
Mont
Anaconda
State of
Montana
Agaresg
W. & Custer Clerk of School District
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Woodmen OF the World Pre
Will Unwell
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Mountain View Park
Hearst Free Li
Philadelphia Record
Nt Ranchers of Valley
Ty Commissioners
Smooth Traveler
Mr. Holmes
the Merchants
the Civil Service
Agrostology
Dillon Happenings
Copper City
Grocery Department
Copper City Commercial Co
the Standard
Edwin Kitenney
Java
Rice
Ceylon
Eae
West Third Street
Oak Street
Fourth
Fifth Streets
R. de B. Smithee Hotel
Stagg’s Undertaking
C. L
Cherry Street
Verberckmoes
Optician
Durston
Carpenters’ Hall
Thueson
Breuernagel's
East Third Street
Strain’s
Hiram W. Rodgers
Granite County
Furst
M. A. McCabe
Foundry
Electric Light and Water Departments
Btrain
Order of Pendo
Dewey Hall
J. of. Macmillan
Thomas Doyle
Turner Hall
James Churchill
St. Paul, Minn
Lorrain’s
H. J. Swain
State Normal School
Strath
Elizabeth Thomson
Hearst Free Library
St. Ann’s Hospital
Charles Hoy
Old Works
Woolen Mill
East Park
Great Northern Railway
Minneapolis
St. Paul
Torday
Holland
Hope Mining Company
Philipsburg
Jranite County
Anaconda, Montana
John S. Marshall
Mgr
Daly Bank and Trust Company OF
John R. Toole
M. B. Greenwood
Louis V. Bennett
F. C. Norbeck
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