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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Mar 09, 1920
Page
9
A chaotic Helena court ruling questions convictions on sedition. Justice Smith notes the defendant faced 20 year term and $20000 fine, appealing the sentence as unfair. The case centers on alleged seditious utterances and the credibility of arguments presented by the defense.
Whitehall community items include Fred Mover visiting sister Mew B. F. Young after winter with relatives in San Francisco. Local events mention a wreck two miles from Piedmont caused by a broken rail, ball tourney attendees from Boulder, and school news with Professor Lowry chosen as next year’s principal replacing Prof. Milking.
The Jackson Wyoming ranch of author Owen Wister, famed for The Virginian, was sold amid tax disputes and claims of the cabin’s ruin due to vandals. Wister complained taxes rose to 15 dollars but were reduced to 13 dollars as the property deteriorated from neglect and looting.
After your first cup of Schilling Tea you will wonder how you ever could have been satisfied with common tea. The delicious flavor free from tannin’s puckery taste promises a new idea of invigorative restfulness and refreshing taste. Distributed in moisture proof packages, the tea is offered at grocers nationwide by Schilling & Co of San Francisco.
Jamen Bi arrested with Maud De Bully on charges tied to Honda funds. Court records show $1 000 rein mpanye funds and about $30 000 in assets involved. Suspects face financial crime allegations and ongoing proceedings.
In Deer Lodge this morning Judge Winston of Anaconda presided over a short Powell County district court session. Naturalization petitions by Gresta del Chiren Ef Waly and Salathiel Si ile eatiam were filed. A C Tompkine’s claim against the county for fees and mileage was disallowed. A dispute over a deed payment involving the Drummond Estate Bank and Esughin of Helmeltie was resolved with the court noting a contractual error and the bank’s demand for 700 dollars. The case involved delivery of a ranch deed and final payment issues.
Whitehall high won the southern championship over It Park high in a tense game. The trophy was presented by the mayor, and the arena was packed with fans and band members.
The Beaverhead association hosts a discussion on road improvements and a pending bond. Andras Hritt will speak tomorrow at 7:30 PM, covering phases of the movement and its impact on good roads in the county.
A long forecast warns of general discontent and mental disturbance with Saturn Mars and Jupiter cited as strong adverse influences. Military attention and international tension are noted while women gain romantic prospects though caution urged in ventures and entertainment plans.
In Miles City Montana a fatal accident occurred during the annual roundup at Fort Keogh. Emery Seeley died after a fall while riding a fractious horse, with a broken back reported. His infant daughter survives him.
Missoula March reports the county high school addition contract awarded to A Broadland of Butte after bidding by four firms. Broadland offered 85 078 to complete the summer project. Other bids came from Minneapolis firms James Alnstie and Miswowla Building company. Death notices follow for Rupert G Mumper in Deer Lodge and Mrs Andrew Engling near Billings from pneumonia complications. The Bird of Paradise plays at Margaret Theatre, adapted from Richard Walton Tully, with ties to Hawaiian Islands.
Florence Rockwell, praised for personality and talent, headlining as Juana in The Bird of Paradize, a tale of love and intrigue with tragedy and humor. Morosco surrounds her with a strong cast including native Hawaiian singers. The lavish stage setting highlights Mt Kilanea Hawaiis volcanic eruption in the finale.
Dan MacIntyre, an aged prospector shot by his wife last Thursday, remains in critical condition with gangrene and tetanus risk. Doctors used serum to halt infection as they evaluate retrieving the embedded buckshot in his chest and neck. MacIntyre speaks of the shooting but has not indicated charges against his wife.
Billings March report notes an old offender, once jailed for obtaining 11,000 under false pretenses, remains in custody. He allegedly attempted to trade an intended homestead near Bluffs, Iowa, while conflicts and legal issues continue. The case references Canada and abroad, claiming English lineage and insistence on a lordly title.
An advertisement touts SulFluid as a nonmedical cure for rheumatism neuritis and lumbago. It claims a home bath solution from hot sulphur springs, with testimonials from J F Ledamon of New York and others, offering a refund if relief fails and urging requests for a SulFluid booklet from Standard Drug Co Anaconda Montana.
In the Third judicial district of Montana Deer Lodge County the estate of Edward F. Ehlert deceased. By order dated March 6 1920 the court fixes March 19 1920 at 10 am in the courthouse courtroom for proving the will and hearing Mrs Emoma Swarts application for letters of administration. Any interested person may appear and contest. James White Clerk.
Notice under 1919 Montana laws that registration books for the Presidential Primary Election to be held April 23, 1920 will close on the Sunday of March 1920 at 5 p m Electors may register with the county clerk at the courthouse in Anaconda or a deputy registrar B B Bailey Ex Officio County Registrar Deer Lodge County Montana
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