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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Mar 17, 1902
Page
5
The Jewel Auction in Butte restarts today after the death of Mr. Burroughs. Broges and Dodd lead the sale offering fine goods at reduced prices. Afternoon session begins at 2 o'clock with an evening sale at 7 30.
Butte notes list visitors and residents at the Finlen Thornton and nearby hotels, with names including J G. .tes and Fred Orton. Mentions births, new arrivals, mining figures, and upcoming events like a Williamsburg fire department banquet on March 25. Also notes hotel remodeling and rates at the Butte hotel.
J. F. Fariss & Co. located at 119 Hamilton Street corner West Granite promotes enhanced security for real estate listings and transactions.
A miner was severely assaulted by three unidentified assailants at John Dee Club. Police urge witnesses to come forward with any information on the attack and the assailants. The incident prompted local calls for increased nightlife safety and investigation by authorities.
Three unknown assailants attacked miner John Dee on the Anaconda road in Dublin gulch at early morning. He was found semiconscious with severe facial injuries including gouged eyes, and later treated at a hospital before being released. Police summoned. motive unclear with theories of robbery or revenge.
J. T. Carroll Lumber Company at Arizona and Patnam streets offers the largest assortment of high grade vehicles ever shown in Butte. Prices are very low. potential buyers urged to call and inspect stock.
Rev Milla preaches against worldliness and church going as salvation urging steadfast faith. Rev Mills sermon emphasizes riches on earth do not save souls citing Revelations to warn against Dives-like vanity. Great Northern tickets on sale at 41 North Main for Anaconda and intermediate stations with time and freight details available.
In Butte a veteran storyteller Al Orton redeems many dogs from the city pound to send them to Sappington, sparking grateful letters and a village tale. The article closes with details of the City Democratic Convention set for March 1902, outlining caucus and primary dates, ward sites, and delegation rules.
Two guests Pat and Mike, partners, arrive for an annual town visit. Local hosts welcome the pair and plan a brief civic meet and greet, followed by community events.
Two old mining partners Pat and Mike, living ten miles out from town, travel to Butte for a visit. They vow not to drink, attend Sacred Heart services, and discuss their cautious plans while observing the town’s growth and their stubborn resolve to stay sober during the trip.
Report states the Masonic temple construction is advancing with the roof underway and occupancy likely in about three months. The funeral of Henry O Geery is set for 2 p m from his Rocker residence with friends invited to attend.
Members of the A C H and Silver Bow County along with other societies urged to attend Hibernia Hall next Monday at 9 a m for the 17th of March parade. County President John Ferns signs the notice.
Charles Jennison was arrested after allegedly threatening to kill Barney Shanahan with a pitchfork. He claimed he would “fix Shanahan yet” and was detained at the city jail awaiting a police court hearing. Jennison had quarrel with Shanahan at the barn on Oklahoma Street near Park Street.
May Mitchell, released by Judge Boyle after a drunkenness conviction, made a promise to reform but returned to intoxication. Police removed her from a room at the Ogden house after an occupant objected to her presence. She was arrested again at the A and P depot by Officer McDonald and remained loud and restless in custody as Judge Boyle prepares to hear her case.
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