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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1903
Page
12
An old advertisement explains dandruff as the scalp germ that damages hair and claims Herpicide cleanses the germ and restores growth. It notes brittle, lifeless hair precedes loss and urges sending 10 cents in stamps to the Herpicide Co. in Detroit.
May day at Lulumbia Gardens opened with poor weather and a cold wind but the season began as crowds gathered. The Boston and Montana band performed as streetcars carried hundreds to enjoy concerts, side shows, candy stands, ice cream, and meals at the cafe. The gardens will operate daily on a half hour morning schedule and closer service on fair afternoons, continuing until winter.
Adrian M. Jones, administrator of William G. Van Eman estate, is linked to a $391.27 shortage. Judge McClernan allowed D. H. Kehoe to accept 200 from bondman Frank H. Walker to settle the case, with the other bondsman living in Butte execution proof. suit against bondsmen to recover full shortage remains pending.
The Grand Army of the Republic issues the annual Memorial Day order urging posts to observe the day with services and decorations. It directs posting of Lincoln Gettysburg address readings, school participation, and reporting of chaplains’ Memorial Day memories to department and national encampments.
Fred Johnson, charged with stabbing Edwin W. Burritt, had the case dismissed in Justice Tim Haverington’s court on grounds of self-defense. Doctors testified Johnson is a partial cripple. Burritt allegedly started the fight. Albert Muller denied instigating but admitted being present. Deputy County Attorney Coleman moved for dismissal.
The Fraternal Brotherhood meets Saturday night at the Pythian Castle for a scheduled gathering in the moonlit hall. Members are urged to attend as plans for the upcoming charity event will be discussed.
A Lineville Alabama customer with a severe six month cough was completely cured after using one and a half bottles of Chamberlain's Cough Remedy sold by Haynes Parker & Co. The dealer reports perfect satisfaction with the medicine.
A reader endorses Chamberlain’s Stomach and Liver Tablets as easy and pleasant to take, claiming they inspire appetite for bacon. E H Waldron of Wilton Junction Iowa reports relief from sciatic rheumatism after using Chamberlain’s Pain Balm, noting joints no longer ache and pain has ceased for months. The ad touts quick relief from pain as worth the cost.
City Treasurer Calkins presents April figures showing cash on hand and bank balances as of March 31. The report outlines totals and financial position at month end.
Ruth La Bonta Eva Hart, linked to the Cayley murder, was released from county jail and left Butte by an Oregon Short Line train bound for Chicago. She refused to stay in town, saying she would go when convenient, with funds provided for the journey and incidentals. Her plans to reform remain uncertain as she travels eastward.
Public notice outlines boat and rod fishing tariffs with return options. Tickets go on sale Saturdays and Sundays with valid return Monday following. Rates listed include 1.50 and 2.00 currency units for various trips.
A seller offers colored pictures of the president and a welcome button for three dollars per day. The advert directs readers to Hawes Montana Button House located at 12 West Mercury Street in Butte.
Harvey Peterson pleaded guilty to grand larceny in the Neversweat mine bronze theft and was sentenced to 90 days in the county jail. The bronze belonged to the Butte and Boston company and has been recovered. Peterson was arrested by mine watchman N. H. Brondahl after an Anaconda detour linked him briefly to brass from the Washoe smelter. charges were narrowed to Neversweat theft. A separate sale notice advertises silk lisle socks at Hen nessy’s for 25 cents a pair.
A vintage ad extols Butte Brewing Co beer as pure and healthful urging readers to ask for it. The concise promotion emphasizes vitality and quality.
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