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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1903
Page
9
Lutey Bros. in Butte advertises fresh fish bargains under a bright electric sign. Prices shown include halibut, herring, Chinook salmon, black cod, deep sea cod, and trout, with corned beef and smoked ribs also offered. Orders can be mailed to Lutey Bros. for pickup or delivery.
The council confirms several appointees including city clerk J.A. Ryan and assistant city clerk M. J. Sperling while rejecting others such as city fin er John B. White and sanitary inspector G. H. Spencer. Mayor Beall faces opposition as he attempts to fill multiple posts including chief of police and building inspectors with ongoing debates and varied votes.
A local advertisement claims 500 yards of Sic grade linoleum with superior appearance and smooth surface, urging readers to visit this week to judge and choose from eight new Te lir'sie quality patterns at 3c per square yard.
In Butte the council clashed over Pat McDonald for pound master and two police officer nominees. The majority argued aldermen deserve a voice in confirmations, accusing mayoral influence while insisting on choosing reputable officers and resisting political pressure. The session concluded with adjournment after broad statements on governance.
A heated exchange reveals plans to strip the council of budgeting power. The speaker, asserting independence, claims the mayor should directly appoint police, oversee salaries, curb graft, and personally lead the city’s administration to prove capabilities despite opposition from the aldermen.
The Butte Theosophical Society hosts an occult science meeting this evening led by Carl J. Smith on tolerance and interreligious attitudes. A state convention is planned next month during CW Leadbeater of London’s visit, with dates to be decided by a committee.
Mrs Campbell’s goodbye led an English comedy Aunt Jeannie presented last night but critics found the play slow and talky with little climax. Mrs Campbell gave a pleasant turn though it required only modest ability. Other notes mention B’nai Israel services and a late finishing of June 3 commencement preparations.
Special Dispatch reports Andrew Murray appointed deputy sheriff and stock inspector for Musselshell country and Yellowstone Fergus Rosebud and Dawson counties. The salary is 12 per month. Murray, a Musselshell resident, is noted as thoroughly familiar with the area.
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