Williams First Prenatt Case Heads to Trial Tomorrow
Tom Williams and three others face murder charges in the Prenatt case. The trial in Judge Lynch's district court will cover a shooting at 1717 B Street in which Sylvester Prenatt was killed after a gunfight with masked intruders. Several co defendants and witnesses are named, with sensational developments anticipated.
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Sylvester J. Prenatt
Tom Wiliams
Lynch
Department of District Court
Prenatt
B Street
Bette
Neglected Coughs and Colds Described as Dangerous
A Brooklyn reader shares a warning against ignoring coughs and colds. The letter touts Pe runa as a long used tonic laxative balancing digestion and aiding recovery from grip or influenza. It urges prompt treatment and notes Peruna is available in tablet and liquid forms through dealers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. S. Pedersen
Putnam Avenue
Brooklyn
N. Y
False fire alarms may cause trouble in packing district
After a run to the packing district yesterday afternoon the fire department found a false alarm had been turned in. It is the third time in two weeks alarms have been received. An investigation is under way and the perpetrator will be prosecuted if found. A second alarm reported a chimney fire at 415 West Copper Street, extinguished before the department arrived.
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West Copper Street
Holy Week Noonday Meetings Set at Y M C A
The ministerial association will hold daily noonday talks during Holy Week at the Y M C A from 12 30 to 12 50 ending April 2. Each day features a short talk by a different church leader on topics such as Prayer Releases Power and Every Christian an Evangelist.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. D. Wolfe
FE. J. Groeneveld
Residents and visitors pause in Butte in a busy weekend
Fid J. Delaney of Missoula and J. L. De Hart of Helena visit Butte for business and state affairs. Dillon and Great Falls residents register at the Thornton while Anaconda and Deer Lodge guests stay at Finlen. Helena newspaper man T. L. Greenfield visits, and local residents from Dillon, Deer Lodge, and Missoula are noted in social listings.
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Fid
J. Delaney
Missoula
Fred R. Chapman
Lucile Paul
Fern Andrus
Dillon
Thornton
Great Falls
G. E. Bennett
G. W. Putnam
Elizabeth Jeffries
Jeannette Parker
J. E. Patton
J. A. Mulcahy
Kathleen Mulcahy
Deer Lodge
J. L .de Hart
Women Demand Higher Wages Across Restaurant Jobs
The Women’s Protective Association urged the Associated Industries to raise wages by 3 to 6 dollars per week, varying by job type, in a move covering about 20 occupations from cashiers to dishwashers. Employers expect a Monday decision and may refuse, citing thin profit margins and potential price hikes.
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Women's Protective Association
Associated Industries
Historic Bit of Poetic Justice in Silent Recount
One of historys stranger moments, the passage notes poetic justice often missing in daily life. The fragment hints at a tale where outcomes align with moral balance beyond ordinary events.
Spain Leads Movement to Rehabilitate Moroccan Jews
Spain initiates steps to nationalize and rehabilitate Moroccan Jews with King as honorary president. Prominent statesmen from multiple parties back the effort to invite Jews to return after centuries of ostracism and resume their role in the land’s evolution.
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Spain
Morocco
Two 14 Year Olds Charged With Wine Theft
Two boys aged 14 were committed to the industrial school pending juvenile court trial on charges of stealing wine. Officers say about a gallon and a half of wine was taken. one boy is said to have prior related charges.
Finnish Minister Adopts Americanized Name Sackett
The Rev. M. Sachinen received court permission to change his name to Mathias Sackett, reflecting his Americanization. Born as Sachibacha, he adopted Sachinen at a Finnish university, traced to Wisconsin roots, and has lived in Butte for four years. He is noted as a U S citizen and a loyal advocate for Finnish immigrants.
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M. Sachinen
Jackson
Mathias Sackett
America
Sachibacha
Sachinen
Sackett
Wisconsin
United States
Butte
Court Names Morrissey Estate's Administrator
After objections were withdrawn Judge Lynch appointed Edward Morrissey administrator of Mrs. Edward Morrissey estate. Bond fixed at 12000 dollars. Objections from Mamie Juckem and Morrissey were resolved as both parties withdrew their petitions and objections.
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Morrissey Estate
Edward Morrissey
Lynch
Morrissey
Mamie Juckem
Juckem
Jeckum
Butte Resident John Peters Dies After Long Illness
John Peters of Butte died Friday night at his home 101 Pacific street after a long illness. He served ten years as foreman of the Buffalo mine. Survived by son Jack Peters and daughter Rose Peters of Butte, a daughter Mrs. R. C. Higman of Los Angeles, and three brothers.
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John Peters
Butte
Pacific Street
Peters
Buffalo
Jack
Rose Peters
R. C. Higman
Los Angeles
Telephone bell rung from 30 miles by wireless telegraphy
A telephone bell rang at a distant point estimated thirty miles away through wireless telegraphy. The incident highlights early long distance signaling experiments and the potential reach of telephonic communication methods.
Young Burglars Caught in South Side Restaurant
Four youngsters aged under 12 were taken to the industrial school awaiting juvenile court trial for burglarizing the Metropolitan restaurant near the old B A & P station on Utah avenue. They carried $70 in candy. entry was gained through a broken rear window.
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Industrial School
Utah Avenue
John Early
Butte Briefs Acquittal for Clay Chatham in White Slavery Case
Clay Chatham, held for months in Silver Bow county jail on a white slavery charge, was acquitted by a federal court in Great Falls. He returned to Butte yesterday and informed deputies at the sheriff's office of his acquittal.
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Clay Chatham
Silver Bow
Great Falls
Chatham
Butte
Sheriff's Office
Give Stomach What it Needs
An advertisement promoting Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as a quick relief after meals. It claims the tablets prevent sour risings gas drowsiness and discomfort by providing an alkaline effect similar to a healthy stomach. The ad notes relief follows one or two tablets and mentions availability in drug stores across the United States and Canada for 50 cents a box.
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Stuart
United States
Canada
Two plead not guilty on ten criminal charges filed yesterday
Benjamin Zelinsky and Charles Hepp pleaded not guilty before Judge Lynch on charges of bookmaking at a race track and gambling. Both men had bonds. Other court actions included divorce granted, contempt findings, demurrers overruled, and various continuances and dismissals in multiple cases before Judges Lamb and Jackson.
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Benjamin Zelinsky
Charles Hepp
Lynch
Lamb
Carrie Reid
James §. Reid
Margaret Hughes
Nicholas
Teresa Gamberini
Matt George
M. J. Connell Company
D. G. Bertoglio
Mary Reilly
Butte
S. O. Konomone
Mount Fleecer Copper Mining Company
M. Feldman
State Security Bank
Jackson
Slippery Sidewalk Suit Filed in Butte Damage Claim
Constantine McFadden, a 4 year old, by guardian, sues the City of Butte for $10,000 alleging a Dec 25 1919 fall on a slippery icy sidewalk near 815 North Montana. The complaint says the city allowed the walk to become icy and slick.
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Montana Street
Constantine McFadden
Butte
Incorportations Formed in Helena District
March 27 report lists Yellowstone Sheep company of Billings with investors F. W. Tubbs William Rea Jr J. O. Sinclair T. B. Story and Lester Work 2 000 000 Montana Washington Petroleum company of Roundup with Fred Quannell H W J Miller and K C Brown 500 000 Hardin Herald Publishing company of Hardin with J C Walker C A Corkins A F Sage W P Belcher and J W Johnson 25 000 Edgar State bank approved to raise capital from 20 000 to 30 000
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Helena
Yellowstone Sheep Company of
Billings
F. W. Tubbs
William Rea Jr
J. O. Sinclair
T. B. Story
Lester Work
Montana - Washington Petroleum Company
Fred Quannell
HW. J. Miller
K. C. Brown
Hardin Herald Publishing Company
Hardin
J. C. Walker
C. A. Corkins
A. F. Sage
W. P. Belcher
J. W. Johnson
Edgar State Bank
State Examiner
Case Dismissed in Oxwell vs Butte Electric Railway
The damage suit filed by Christopher Oxwell against the Butte Electric Railway Company was dismissed yesterday as fully settled in a stipulation filed.
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Christopher Oxwell
Butte Electric Railway Company
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Steve Byrne
Prewatt
James Larkin
Moose Block
Byrne
Tom Williams
Arthur Genereaux
Doyle
Aiair
Theodore Chronos
Gust Andrews
Whalen
E. A. Mclintosh
Carl Matter
Vivian Showers
Popular Ladies’ Garment Store
E. Park
Merchan
Rok
Humphrey
Humphreys
South Side Restaurant
Dunlap
Trimble Hats
Mattingly
North Main St
Paint Specialists
W. Park St
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