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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1916
Page
10
AROUND THE STATE reports correspondence noting irrigation districts under the same state laws as security for irrigation bonds. Legislation aims to enable many districts to issue bonds to raise funds for constructing irrigation systems and related improvements.
Nine Montana graduates received diplomas at the University of Washington commencement. Emmett Carroll of Hotels, Henry Ostrander of Butte, Mary Jon of Drummond, Pilon McMurires of Trev, Berman of Chinook, Mary Beaker of Great Falls, Grace Meoa of Beaker, and other named delegates attended the ceremony amid more than 200 graduates.
The death notice reports the remains of John Corbett aged 27 found near the Oregon Short Line. A funeral undertaking is arranged with local parlors. Further details are incomplete due to text damage.
Funeral notices list several burials from North Main Street Bett Prose 70 Ind to Sacred Heart and Holy Cross cemeteries. Names include Binkovich Caput Tei Rubalo and Shur with services at local churches and interments announced. The notices specify mass times, church names, and interment locations, with details of family residences and funeral homes.
M. J. Walsh Funeral Director and Embalmer at 125 East Park Street listed as the local funeral service provider. The notice appears as a business listing for the firm offering funeral and embalming services in the community.
The funeral for Antone Gianino will be held this morning at 52 Lincoln Avenue, with interment in the Catholic cemetery. James Freia, two month old child, funeral set for tomorrow afternoon at 2 at Hee Tennence, 220 North Main, Meaderville, interment in Mount Joriah. Anshelm Hekola to be laid to rest Sunday afternoon at Sherman and Med funeral Chapel, interment in Mount Alorian.
Donald of Billings and Erman A King of Whitehall Emmett Carroll of Butte receive bachelor degrees in science after completing four-year chemisty courses in three and a half years. Henry Ostrander to be employed in Seattle pharmacy. Will to Alaska. Grace McDonald of Riltings earns law degree. Mary Johnson of Great Falls completes education studies and plans to return home.
Nominating papers filed in Deer Lodge show Thomas F. Shea of Deer Lodge seeking the Republican nomination for Montana attorney general. Shea has served as Powell County attorney for four years. Also in Deer Lodge today Leslie W. Randall of Corwin Springs and Wiletta G. Husted of Livinston married at the Episcopal church. In addition David F. Shovlin and Bertha F. Schmidt wed in Deer Lodge, the couple residing in Butte.
Great Falls June 16 John M Hoecker a farmer living southeast of the city was found dead in the Missouri river several miles above town. He had been melancholy over his condition and it is believed he died by his own action. He is survived by his wife.
Hamilton June 16 The progressive party of Ravalli county which doubled both major parties in 1912 joined forces with the Republicans for the election of a single ticket. The union was set at a meeting called by the progressive central committee. Central committees merged with each side holding half a vote. A banquet to celebrate the reunion is planned for June 28.
Helena business men plan a five day state fair special tour to visit principal towns along transcontinental rail lines. George W. Casteel of Banking Corporation drives the effort which aims to boost the September Montana state fair and surpass prior years.
Bozeman June 16 John A Luce a former county attorney and George Washington University law graduate has filed to enter the Republican race for representative in congress this year. He supports protective tariff prosperity preparedness and a vigorous foreign policy.
John C Lane sued Daisy Lane at Watertown Illinois claiming desertion and mental distress aided by her confinement in an asylum. Lizzie H McIntosh obtained a divorce from John McIntosh after a brief marriage, granted on non appearance.
Washington June 16 The House passed an important bill introduced by a Idaho representative providing for government lands within an organ district or region to be managed under a new framework. The measure aims to streamline land use and federal oversight pending further action.
United States Attorney explains the inquiry into grand jurors as court admonishes caution. Wheeler retracts insinuations about Galen McConnell Al Herson and Gordon meetings on the street. Galen confirms advising Gordon to serve while denying representation of Alder son Rae.
Obituary notes Bozeman resident Olley P Haywood died of pneumonia at Norris aged 26 with remains shipped to Andrews Texas. Petition filed to list Tessie Brainard as republican primary candidate for Gallatin county superintendent. Court reports Joan R Smith and John J Cahill pleaded guilty to robbing a companion and were sent to Deer Lodge for 2 to 30 months. Violet Moss charged with petit larceny for alleged theft from John Webber. Charles E Johnson arrested on concealed weapons charges after taxi trip to Belgrade. Tred W Payne pled guilty to robbery. G A McFarlane faces sentence for theft of $45. Summer school registration at the college underway per Registrar R O Wilson. Howard Le Seamans, 1916 graduate, touring Western Montana studying mosas, insects for control methods.
Lewistown June 16 Austin W Warr longtime cashier of the Bank of Fermis County resigns to pursue other interests and James E Woodard formerly of Roundup is chosen to succeed. Warr will stay on as first vice president while Thomas T Paylor also becomes vice president. Assistant Jor Pd Osweller’s vacancy remains unfilled. Trials proceed in Nitschke and Van Holm cases with testimonies and divorces granted in two local matters.
Hannah Smart sues Dryden Smart alleging cruelty as the basis for divorce. The couple, married at Belt Creek in 1888, previously wed in Corning Town in 1898, with the action pending as proof is sought.
Helena reports the Federation of Women's Clubs will hold its annual convention in Miles City next year. Today's sessions covered routine business and a reception hosted by the Montana club. Officers named include president Boseman of Glendive, vice presidents from Helena and Big Timber, and district officers across Lewistown and other locales.
Arthur Bodkin, 23, a machinist from a prominent family, and a party of friends visited Grosser's noodle house south of the city after midnight. An argument escalated into blows, Grosser fell and struck his head, dying later that morning. Lincoln G. Brown of Helena announced his candidacy for the Republican nomination for Attorney General, filing with the secretary of state upon returning to Helena next week.
The St Paul crop report of June 1 notes a rise in small grain production by over 14 million bushels with the Northwest expected to exceed 1915. Soil and weather conditions are favorable, though wet spells hinder corn cultivation. most corn has been cultivated once and shows a good stand awaiting warmer weather.
The Associated Press notes continued Russian forward drive in Volhynia Galicia and Bucovina with substantial prisoner captures and war supplies seized. British advances in Mesopotamia and Greek base transfer near Thessaly are reported, alongside ongoing Verdun bombardments and trench gains on the Western Front. The Stephen Girard estate is valued at $32,000,000.
A long notice enumerates Sunday services across numerous churches in Butte including First Baptist, Swedish Mission, St Marks Lutheran, Emanuel Lateran, Gold Wit Norwegian Lutheran, St Johns Episcopal, First Presbyterian, Central Welsh, Christian church, Mount View Methodist, Epworth League events, and other parish activities. It lists pastors, addresses, service times, Sunday schools, and evening sermons, with notes on special programs and youth meetings throughout the day.
Reported direct threat against Pershing grows officials fear of hostile move. Mexican detachments converge on two lines near the border forming a protective Y around American troops. Washington indicates Wilson’s reply to Carranza will be published in party platform, reaffirming intervention only if forced by Carranza’s actions.
Edwin C. Burleigh, U S senator from Maine, died at his Augusta residence from acute indigestion after only a few hours illness. His wife had died a month earlier in Washington. Burleigh previously served as Maine governor from 1889 to 1883 and was elected to Congress during the Democratic landslide of 1910, later securing a six-year Senate term by the 191% Maine legislature.
The first-aid team contest at the Auditorium last night settled the championship showing close scores and improved performances. The An aconda and Poulin teams posted high averages while Mountain View and High Ore posted strong marks. Wheat and grain market items follow with price quotes from McCaull-Dinsmore Co. Helena and Duluth close.
Rawlins Wyoming reports a condemned killer was executed at the state penitentiary. Willard riders claim responsibility for aiding the hanging, with details of the case and the firing of the sheriff during the incident.
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