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Newspaper

Anaconda Standard

Location

Anaconda, Montana, United States of America

Date

May 03, 1924

Page

5

Counterfeit Fifty Detected in Circulation Warn Issued

Department of Justice operatives report a crude counterfeit fifty dollar note in circulation drawn on the Atlanta Federal Reserve Bank. The warning says the bill is poorly printed on low quality paper with silk threads impressed and notes it is easily detectable by the ignorant or careless. no detailed description is provided.

Department of Justice Federal Reserve Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta

Jury clears North Pacific in McAlpine unlawful discharge case

A jury in Judge Carrolls court found for the defense in the case of Sam McAlpine versus the Northern Pacific Railway company alleging improper discharge. McAlpine, a watchman, sought 880 in back pay and 2000 in general damages. The defense contended the discharge was justified and the watchman was not covered by the contract.

Carroll Sam McAlpine Northern Pacific Railway Company McAlpine MccAlpine Tom J. Walker E. D. Hall Judge Lynch H. K. Binney A. Livingston Judge Carroll Normandie Company Jones Fruit Company Miller Paul Fisher Butte Electric Railway Company Paul Ozanne

New Council to Convene After Monday Meeting

Mayor W D Horgan announced a special council gathering Monday at 7 30 PM to adjourn sine die. The new council will meet at o clock for the first time and elect a president and vice president. Three aldermen retire. incoming members are William Lowney Pat Rowland and James Woods all Democrats. Alderman Hesler is president and Al Pierce vice president of the current council.

W. D. Horgan Felix Mallon Ed Graff Ernest Sylvester William Lowney Pat Rowland James Woods J. K. Hesler al Pierce

More Places to Play Discussed for Butte Recreation

A meeting at the city council chamber Monday evening will seek to consolidate scattered healthful recreation efforts in Butte. Representatives from athletic clubs and outdoor recreation groups are urged to attend as the federation may consider a municipal golf course an extension of playgrounds and new tennis courts to join the Rocky Mountains Garden club network.

Butte City Council Chamber Rocky Mountains Garden Club

Five Large Sprinklers to Spruce Butte Streets

Five large motorized sprinklers and a flusher will clean Butte streets today. Since May 1 three have already operated, with two more to be deployed as warmer weather arrives. Within six weeks another sprinkling wagon will join the street and alley department, and the entire fleet will be used each warm day of the summer.

Butte H. J. Wiegwenstein Public Works Horgan

County Treasurer Reports April Finances and Transfers

The county treasurer filed April's report with the county commissioners showing total receipts and disbursements for all funds. A transfer of 12000 from the general fund to the contingent fund is recorded along with detailed balances and funds such as general, contingent, poor, road, bridge, sinking, and widows pensions. Receipts from taxes licenses fees and other sources are itemized.

Suspect Identified in Covert Street Hold-up

Dan Sullivan, arrested Thursday by Detective Larkin on a charge of high way robbery, was identified yesterday by Gus Nygard as one of two men who strong armed him on Covert street on Dec. 28. Nygard lost his over coat and valuables when confronted by the pair from a dark hiding place. Police are seeking a second man and expect an arrest soon.

Dan Sullivan Larkin Gus Nygard Nygard

Dr Wade to Speak at Open Forum at YMCA

Helena doctor W L Wade will be the principal speaker at the Open Forum Sunday at 3 PM at the YMCA. Dr W J Duncan announced the event and said Wade will discuss Law Enforcement. The forum is open to the public.

DR. Wade W. L. Wade Helena W. J. Duncan

Old Man Nearly Starved Found in Mountain Cabin

John Barry 65 was found near starving in an improvised cabin of railroad ties at Homestake after eight days with only three meals. He had wandered from streets, was jailed recently, and deputies rushed him to county hospital for recovery. Barry worked in local rock quarries near Butte and sought work when he collapsed.

John Barry Barry Duggan Lee and Holland Homestake Butte

Seniors 10 Present Glass Play Tonight at School

Butte high school seniors and the dramatic club present the 1924 class play Fanny and the Servant Problem by Jerome K. Jerome tonight in the school auditorium. Directed by Miss Gertrude Ryan, the modern comedy features Miss Margery Oates in the title role and James Keenan as Lord Bantock.

Butte High School Fanny Jerome K. Jerome Gertrude Ryan Butte High London Margery Oates James Keenan Lord Bantock

Kiddies' Musical at New Hotel Finien This Morning

The kiddies' musicale at the New Hotel Finien will start at 11 o'clock. Jackie McHugh, a youthful movie actor from Anaconda, will appear in person.

Hotel Finien Jackie McHugh Anaconda

Butte Visitors and Local Notices Highlight Weekend Guests

The listing notes numerous visitors in Butte over the weekend including Dr. Cole at 44 West Park, Fred F. Willson of Bozeman, G. D. Deesno of Butte, ER. E. Allen from Whitehall, and J. Shufter from Deer Lodge among others. Several guests are registered at the New Finlen and Thorn locations while business matters and social visits fill the itinerary. Dr. W. E. Dodd to reopen his office at Grandhotel May 27 with free eye exams offered.

Dr. Cole West Park Fred F. Willson Bozeman Finlen G. D. Deesno Butse Acoma ER. E. Allen Butte Whitehall Walker & Walker Gutte Silver Bow Block West Granite Street The New Home Journal Arsosy Saturday Post P. O T. Evans New Finlen Tracy Phoenix Breck G. M. Ryan Great Falls Thornton J. Shufter Deer Lodge Joe G. Hagin Missoula EB. J. Netzlaff Child Spring Brook N. D M. J. Durkan Edward Bakka Kemmerer Idaho J. K. Lennon Bernice Louise Livingston Henry Good Kalispell W. E. Dodd Grandhotel West Broadway

Exchange Club Discusses Music Week Plans

The Butte Exchange club heard Rev. H. D. Darsie speak on Music Week at its weekly luncheon. Joe Warne urged unity for service and club support for community efforts. A. Van Slyke entertained with impersonations, and Dr. Collins announced a May to be a major musical program with Mrs. Bowden in charge and Leomis orchestra providing entertainment.

H. D. Darsie Butte Exchange Club A. R. Collins Joe Warne New Cut Exchange Club A. van Slyke Winter Garden Amusement Company H. Wilick Messrs Darsle van Slyke Collins Paul Bowden Leomis Winter Garden Leomis Orchestra

Case Against Joe Laird Vacated in Justice Court

The case against Joe Laird charged with receiving stolen property was vacated in the justice courts yesterday.

Joe Laird Justice Courts

Ladies' Sodal ity Party At Lawrence Parish

The Young Ladies' sodality of 8 Lawrence parish will host a party this evening at the school hall. Members and friends are invited to attend.

Ladies’ Sodality Lawrence Parish

Whispering Wires in Butte at Broadway Theater

The three act detective thriller Whispering Wires by Kate McLaurin comes to Broadway theater for May 16 and 17 shows. Produced by the Messrs Shubert, the piece features the New York cast and follows a New York millionaire whose life and daughter face threats leading to a fatal shooting mystery.

Kate McLaurin Messrs Shubert New York

Find His Murdered Moment Thrills as American Thriller

A dramatic description touts a tense crime play as a great American thriller. The text emphasizes intense drama and a murder mystery as core elements driving the narrative.

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