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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1908
Page
7
The Frincipal Branch One of the Standard is at 28 East Broadway in Butte. Telephone numbers 423 and Independent telephone 1,422 listed. Advertising rates available on request.
Pretty brooches hatpins and scarf pins in cut out monogram B. H. & with school colors enamel for 75 cents Leather fobs with the same monogram on gilt shields for 50 cents Various styles from 25 to 50 cents
A flurry of visitors and residents are noted in Butte with Nobles, Deer Lodge guests, and out of town acquaintances at the Finlen Thornton and other frequent stops. Mentions include Gray's West Park shop window displays, Whatley cafe promotions, and new ventures like a big pool room in Curtis block. Local travel between Butte and Seattle, Deer Lodge, and Great Falls appears, with residents preparing for Platte’s roundups and Yellowstone tourism.
Paris reports a chaotic New York to Paris auto race with American and German cars battling mud and delays. The American car maintained a lead after two days, overtaking the German vehicle near Vladivostok as both teams struggled to free their cars from the mire.
A Grand Army event at Shortridge Memorial Church drew Civil War and Spanish War veterans, with the centennial choir and Centerville Glee Club performing hymns and an oration by Rev. Tilburn. The service reflected on sacrifice, patriotism, and the war’s costs, closing with My Country, Tis of Thee.
A wartime memorial address recalls soldiers from North and South uniting under old glory. It honors discharged veterans and urges honoring all heroes, living and dead, with flowers and respect. The speaker praises end of factionalism and urges public acknowledgement of service.
In Denison and Austin areas a severe storm brings record rain and wind across Texas. Rail service is suspended north of Denison due to washouts. Rivers including the Canadian and Red rise rapidly, flooding lowlands, destroying crops, drowning livestock, and forcing families to higher ground. In Austin seven inches of rain flood streets and damage crops, trees, and utilities.
Sporting Life notes a Memphis dispatch that Moose Baxter, former Butte first baseman, is suspended by Southern league president Kanavaugh after an incident with umpire O'Brien during a Saturday game. Baxter, a top Montgomery hitter, is accused of assault amid rowdy accusations and an investigation by a secretary sent to New Orleans.
The Butte Independent squad battles through a busy week with three sunny days of practice ahead. Captain Kirby Hoon aims to win key games in Bozeman next Saturday and Sunday to stay in contention for the state title, with Wessler boosting the lineup and talks underway to add two or three more fast players. They also face games in Dillon Missoula and Great Falls ahead of the July 3 4 and 5 summer carnival in Helena, a trip met with high anticipation. The Parnell Juniors edged St Marys in a close game as Little Parnell Juniors beat Little Dublin quiet nine 12 to 11, with the junior team inviting challenges from players under 13.
Erick Liden, a prisoner at the city jail, is charged with disturbance. E Ewelson, a patient at lodgings on 29 North Malin Street, suffers a badly sprained ankle from a row in which Liden is said to have been the aggressor. Orton Bros. at 215 North Muala Street offer value planners and organs.
Dispatch from May 41 reports two crowded trolley cars colliding at Cavisadera aid Sacramento foot of a steep hill. Passenger Henry Basr, a traveling salesman, is dead and about 20 others injured, one fatally. Hospitalization at St Francis follows, with most expected to recover.
A wedding celebration in the foreign colony of Thoburn near Monongah West Virginia turned violent early today May 24. A shot killed miner Mihal Ladar and injured officers W C Shaver and Chief William Finley plus twelve foreigners as doors were breached and a porch collapsed during the chaos.
The Butte team returns to its home station this afternoon after six weeks of travel and rough conditions. The squad, wearing blue and white, will scout for lodging during a five week tour and aims to impress with its individual and collective form.
In Poughkeepsie on May 24 Justice Morschauser weighs Harry K. Thaw’s habeas corpus petition after evidence was heard last week. Thaw’s lawyer James G Graham showed little hope for a favorable ruling, and the judge’s decision could delay release or transfer to Matteawan. Thaw was visited by his mother at the courthouse this afternoon.
Washington May 24 Protests against Sunday baseball continue to be received from clergymen the latest from a Detroit pastor regarding games at Fort Wayne Michigan The outcome is a renewal of the decision that the best interests of the military service require that baseball be allowed to be played on Sunday by troops on military reservations especially where these reservations do not touch the surrounding civil community.
A $100 reward is offered to anyone proving Mayer at 22 West Park does not supply the best main spring. Watches cleaned for $1.60 with a one year guarantee, promoted as longer than any other guarantee for 50c to $2 more.
Entries for Oakland and Louisville races list multiple horses with weights and purses across six Oakland events and five Louisville events. Notable entries include Oakiana races featuring Light Comedy, Sella G, and Ben Strong. Louisville events include Minghaha, Queen's Message, and Daried fields with varying weights. Weather on track noted as clear and fast with a special Monday shirt waist sale at Gray's.
The funeral for the late Governor John Sparks will be held tomorrow at 2 p.m. from the Elks home. A grand procession is expected with bells tolling as the cortege reaches the cemetery. The event will include fraternal members, police escort, civic groups, cadets, and state officials. Governor Dickerson issues a proclamation suspending business for the day.
The Montana Optical Co at 22 West Park in Mayor's Store advertises free glasses fittings and prices as low as 1.00. They claim skilled optometrists, a long record of success, and a guarantee of satisfaction or refund. They invite customers to learn methods and competencies, promising lower prices than elsewhere.
Secretary W Fy Hanndars of the Laken to-the-Gulf Dapp Waterway association issues a call for the third annual convention to be held in Chicago Oak. Details are unclear due to damaged text but May 21 is referenced and Bt. Louis appears as a location.
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