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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1903
Page
10
Butte notices detail advertising rules and applications from the Principal Branch of the branch at Mast Breadway Hite Trisphone 43. The fragment notes the need to follow local guidelines for submissions and displays but provides limited readable specifics.
Advertises a line of shopping bags by Deitsch Bros and other makers noted for high quality leather, workmanship, and stylish finish. Describes Cobra bags in black and brown with leather handles and frames, lined with silk, with some larger models including toilet articles priced up to 33 dollars and other ranges from 8 to 20 dollars.
A flurry of visits and arrivals marks the Butte scene with E G Lynch of Dillon visiting, Frank Henant from Valley, Mrs Elsa B McPherson aiding a Great Falls concert, and Roger C Kemp in Helena. Peter Barglund returned from Rome after business in Butte. a daughter was born to Mrs Don Nolan. Lulu Hamilton and Miss Nichols noted visiting friends. Extra cemetery cars cater to weekend decoration crowds. notable locals attend mining talks, and Ivo D Bogan visits from Tucson with plans to stay a few days while returning south.
The meeting of the teal estate board drew a large turnout as members debated depredations from vacant property audits. A pledge of mayoral support to curb nuisance values followed, while Morgan recounted a Southern tour praising Detroit and New Orleans real estate. Advertising plans and railroad rate talks dominated the program, with future reports promised from the Helena team.
The Elks held a Buffalo Dance last night with Dulles and other attendees praising the event. The dance featured stylish settings and inviting social charm, reflecting a well received lodge gathering.
A festive Boston and Montana gathering featured a decorated hall with the nations’ colors and a large air flag above the bandstand. The Boston & Montana band played 26 selections while guests enjoyed supper in a crowded, congenial setting. The event aimed to defray expenses for lodge activities and transport to Buffalo.
The Aeina Banking and Trust company filed for supervision with an oval statement showing capital stock 109000 and assets of 440,037.12. Branches amount to 69,598.91 with real estate and furniture totaling 0.1104. Liabilities include minorists 3447.820.02. George L. McGibbon, Spokane resident, is listed as a company officer. Also notes Monidah Trust company and Silver King Mine company filing statements with varying capital stocks and assets.
Court session yields guilty verdicts for James Bully, George Walker, James Bains, J. Meagier, William Anre d or Wurrett on varancy with terms in county jail. Three youths, Bidwa Mike Barry and Ed Pierce, age under 14, charged with stealing merchandise from a stand on East Park Street. cases delayed to district court.
W K Hutter, Northwestern passenger agent, says railroad passenger agents from many lines will travel to Chicago and back on a special train. The circuit includes Chicago, St Paul, Helena, and Butte with midday stops and a goal to extend the visit to a full day for sightseeing and club entertainment.
Gangs from the East and West sides clashed for two nights on West Rim and Street, using rocks stones and balls of fire. The first night drew about 400 youths, led by neighborhood captains, with several windows broken. the second night’s damage count remained unclear as reports varied.
Rev Bulis-Janes Wieming officiated a quiet wedding yesterday afternoon at the home of groom J T Ellis in South Crystal Creek. Charles Ik Ang and Miss Anna Datwes exchanged vows in a ceremony attended by friends. Honeymoon planned in Spokane, two weeks later they return to take up residence in the city. The groom works as a timber framer at the Man Queen mine. the bride is active in St Paul’s church circles. Jewelry theft reported near Saratoga Gulch with losses valued at 32 dollars from a cabin.
Police led by Captain McGram raid a low rent alley hovel at 82 Mast Park Street. Five captured inmates, including a woman, were taken to county care after a night of severe drug abuse and squalor. A second report notes the New York Central announces the 20th Century Limited will depart Chicago earlier on Sundays starting June 15 to speed travel to New York, with changes in schedule to meet demand.
A local fraud case ends with Ver dict awarding $923.60 plus $41 general damages to Murray and Freund Hospital against Mahoney and others over a bogus mortgage tied to a storm damage incident on Murray property. The suit cites a Notary and witnesses, with debates over agency and liability. Trial details note prior reversals and postponements, including murder and assault proceedings ongoing in the same docket.
Fractures and temporary blindness reported among Butte workers after incidents at the Speculator mine and a horse accident near 237 East Silver Street. Steve Christian, 45, of Honcmian, suffered a double leg fracture. Dr. Alexander expects recovery. Michael Kiely, 40s, blinded by blast on a ladder amid mine work. Dr. McCarthy hopes to save sight. Thomas Burns, 16, fractured tailbone, expected to recover and return home at 724 North Wyoming Street.
Butte policemen learned drill with Captain MacGrath directing a 3:30 pm session and 7:30 pm session, forming fours and marching in precise alignment. Regular practice to three times weekly until all parade steps are mastered, promising orderly public service. Jean Du Bois, once pled guilty as a secretary, faced a new charge. his case moved to Justice Libby's court with E S Booth appointed as attorney. he vows vigorous defense citing bias from Justice Rhoades.
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