Defense Opens in Liquor Case In 1918 Robbery
Testimony focused on W S Bacon charged with stealing 173 casks of whiskey from the Chappell home on April 11 1918. Character witnesses described Bacon as a former deputy involved in the alleged liquor theft as jurors heard from multiple associates and witnesses about the night of the alleged crime.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. S. Bacon
Chappell
Bacon
Lynch
Mies ‘Lueiile Howard
Reba
W. C
Dan Coleman
Sonn
Curtis
Butte Busy Visitors and Local Notices
Rent pianos from Orton Bros and visits by many named figures travel through Butte as Mrs Amy Hel of Glendive and others stay for business and social ties. Divorces noted for Pearl and Ray Jackson. Bozeman and Roundup residents register in town. St Johns parish house hosts the Butte College Club dance May 28 with Bozeman baseball team players visiting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Orton Bros
Amy Hel
Boughs
Great Falls
Lutte
Otis Mudd
Butte
Marco Media
California
P. O
Ala
Carlson
Helena
Thornton
Bangs
W. Hudson
Missouri
D. N. Anderson
Bozeman
J.C. Fitzpatrick
Alder
Tung
Fittzpatrick
W. Karmer
Mt.soula
Mary Meyers
Pony
Bertha Fox
Twin Bridges
Butts
Marshall
Parkerton
Wyo
A. J. McKay
Ameral
Whitehall
McBay
Charles Walter
Sheridan
TC. Burke
T. H. Noble
M. Robey
McCarthy
Taylor
Philipsburg
Pearl Jackson
Ray Jackson
W. J. Peete
Peeto
Goodyear Rubber Company
Butte College Club
St. John's Parish
C. E. Schmidt
Schmidt
Bozeman College
Bert
Fred Vanes
Taniz
M. Conchin
Kruger
H. Smith
L.A. Druweickic
R. Kench
Lessa
Wild Autoist Knocks Over Obstacles on Harrison Avenue
Wild autoist drove through Harrison Avenue in the early hours, careening across the street and onto the sidewalk. The vehicle knocked over a gasoline pump in front of Jacques drug store, hurled it 100 feet, and smashed it. The driver fled on foot, leaving damaged lamp and fender behind.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harrison Avenue
Fido
Harrison “Avenue
Hahepen
Jacques Drug
Harrison and
Cobban Streets
Ex Service Men Preference Meeting Set in Silver Bow
County officials and American Legion members plan a 2 PM meeting in Judge Jackson's courtroom to discuss giving veterans priority in appointive positions. A Legion committee will report after reviewing a state law granting preference to honorably discharged soldiers sailors and their widows across public departments and works.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Siiver Bow
American Legion
Legion
Francis A. Silver
Frank" Walken
Sexton
Montana
Germany
United States
Spain
Philippine Islands
Fines for Drunks Increased by Judge
Six drunken defendants faced fines in court yesterday as the judge raised penalties from 30 to 35 dollars following a decline in moonshine prices. One defendant paid 30 dollars, another 10, while the rest were fined 25 to 35 dollars each. A separate incident noted a disturbance over a raincoat and an injury to a girl, with no further details provided.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arunk
Tre
Fullers Earth Found Near Milwaukee Tracks in Silver Bow County
A Butte man T. R. Ogle reports discovering a deposit of fine fullers earth near the Milwaukee tracks and above Roosevelt drive. He says the material is usable for many purposes including antiphlogistine or beaver mud and believes the find will make him wealthy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Butte
T. R. Ogle
Milwaukee Tracks
Roosevelt Drive
Tribute to Grief Justice in Court
The federal court did not adjourn in respect to Chief Justice Edward Douglass White who died in Washington during the night. The court praised his devotion to duty, noting he worked until death, and decided to continue proceedings without interruption. A page of the record will note the occasion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
White
Wen
Edward” Douglass White
United States
Washington
Tate
Supreme Court
Railroad Men Face Wage Cut
The Short Line railway issued an official bulletin from general manager HV Platt at Salt Lake City announcing salary reductions for certain class 5 employees. A conference was called to be held in Omaha.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tne Hutte Omee
Reson Short Line Railway
HV. Platt
Salt Lake
Omadap
Aisle Table Specials In Groceries
The page lists grocery specials with various brands and prices. Libbys kidney beans 45 cents, Hill Bros coffee 2.08, Quaker oatmeal 49 cents, Sun Maid raisins four cents, green can coffee 48 cents, pineapple No. 2 cans 60 cents, Kellogg cereals 15 cents, crackers 29 cents, and assorted items in limited quantities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Libby
Tennessy
Hills Bros
Hille Bros
Managers Invite Discuss Pay Rates For Employees
On May 2 to 24 managers of the divisions are invited to meet at Some to discuss what they consider a reasonable rate to pay employees.
D A R TO HONOUR DOLLY MADISON MEETING
Dolly Madison day at the Sliver Row chapter of the D A R is set for next Saturday at 2:00 PM. Mrs Fenner hosts at 403 West Broadway with Miss Alice Demmon leading and Mesdames Fenner Romier Phillipe Morton and Lynne Passmore assisting. Representatives from the chamber of commerce and about 28 business leaders discussed plans for a Fourth of July parade. The Elks and Eagles will hold their state convention in Butte that day, with talks to invite the Pacific Coast Vice Chief association to attend then rather than three days later.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dolly Madi
Sliver” Row
Ue 2
Fagies
Chamber of Commerce
the Elks and the Eagles
Butteson
Pacific Coast
Wice Chief Association
Ae Reed
Murphy Decision Held Up by Police Trial Board
The Murphy case faces delays as the police trial board digestes evidence and delays public decision. Board chair Wulf says ruling will not be announced until after tomorrow, with further meetings planned and a possible appeal to courts if adverse. Public and defense counsel will be present when the decision is rendered.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Murphy
Police Trial Board
Wulf
Commission
Boardlso
Supreme Court
Montana Seeks Additional Federal Judge
Senator Walsh announced from the judiciary committee a bill to appoint an extra federal judge for Montana the largest district in the nation. The justice department backs the measure noting no additional cost and faster handling of a heavy court docket.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Walsh
Judiciary Committee
Montana
Department ‘of Justice
United States
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Sed Mee Kelly
Oss ‘Moree
Cate
Butte News
Harrison Avene
Fulers Earth FN
Silver Bow County
Cesta
Stele Aeipa Ate
Graniteware
Canven
Lawe
Howe
Madras
Tongeloth
Nainsook
Omen
Silver Butte
Blanchard
Maid
Sunkist
Suley Cans
St Fruit Preserve
Paim Olive
Bonnie
Veils
Spienaia Myles
Dolly Madison
W’carthy
Bryant & &Co
East Park
M. J. By
Hills Bros Cotter
Lyon
Best of Occident
Four of
Arts Wesell
John J. McArthy
Jome
Ccarthy’s Sanitary Grocery and Meat Store
East Broadway
Hansen's
White House
North Dakota
Wisconsin
McCarthy's
Sanitary
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