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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1915
Page
11
Judge J Poindexter of the Fifth District was in Butte last evening en route to Boulder for a case Monday. On Tuesday he heads to Helena to appeal to the attorney general, having accepted that post after Dan Kelly’s resignation. Poindexter boasts the largest majority ever given a candidate for judge, with strong local support noted in the visit.
About 1,000 people attended a campus rally opening Commencement week in Bozeman. The Regimental band performed in front of Hamilton Hall, followed by student songs led by Miss Alberta Borthwick and Miss Maria Riddel. A bonfire, searchlight, and electric sign on the tower marked the celebration, with many visitors lingering on the grounds and attending a complimentary dance in the drill hall with music by the college orchestra.
Helena May 28 Attorney General Kelly and State Engineer Mahon who represented Montana at a recent hearing before the international boundary commission in St Paul have returned home. The main issue before the committee is how the treaty between the U S and Canada governs waters of St Marys and Milk rivers and their tributaries. Canadians contend the treaty covers all waters crossing the boundary including tributaries in the Lower Milk River valley which do not enter Canada. If correct water for the Milk River reclamation may be curtailed though the extent is not yet known.
Engineer Deacon Hawkins returns from Butte after sixteen days of eye treatment and prepares to resume duties. Superintendent Birdwall and Roadmaster Spensel depart Helena for an inspection trip, planning routes through Garrison to Butte by motor car. Local residents including Gus Nelson, F L Bristol, TH Hart, H E Nelson, Avery Seagraves, J P Breen and Mrs TB Stevens with daughter Margaret travel to Missoula Butte or Seattle for visits, business, or homestead interests.
In Livingston on May 28 three local meat markets faced charges for using preservatives in meats. One firm pled guilty, another was found guilty and fined $50, while the third case remains undecided. State Board of Health secretary W F Cagewell assists the prosecution. Sulphite of soda used in sausages prompts ongoing state prosecutions. Also noted: Park County High School alumni elect officers, Rader pardoned after beaver killing, and Myrtle Thompson jailed amid Sheriff Robertson’s campaign against women of questionable character.
Montana governor issues a May proclamation tightening import rules for cattle sheep and swine with June 10 effective date. Only certain western states free of foot and mouth disease and Canada Mexico shipments allowed with health certificates and special permits. All stock must enter through cleaned yards and stay 20 days in origin state. horses and other livestock subjected to veterinary supervision and disinfected transport. Applies to circuses and show stock.
In Dillon on May 2 the jury convicted E. J. Kelly and Edward Smith of burglary at a Red Rock section house. Each faces indeterminate sentences of not less than six months. Other cases heard include John Hoffman and Frank Hird charged with grand larceny over livestock. Mrs McGrath’s body was moved from Butte to Dillon and interred beside Herman Jackson at Mountain View cemetery.
Miss Marian Smith won the county reclamation contest and the gold medal while Miss Minnie Jacobs of Harlowton took second prize a handbag. Class day exercises were held. Harlowton Light and Water elected L H Hamilton president F F Goss vice president and general manager Henry Hamilton secretary and treasurer. Helens reports state deposits rose almost 500000 in March and April with loans up 410000 and state banks hold a 24 percent average reserve.
Philipsburg notices cover court scheduling and jury preparations for next week. Local residents Henry and Krieg join a zinc property inspection tour, while W F Moore travels from Missoula for the next term. Katherine Young returns home after hospital care. The Thursday club hosts an afternoon gathering. Basin placer operations plan to mine during rains, and a miner injured in Granite faces possible serious injuries. A barn fire destroys Wingfield Brown’s outbuildings with unknown cause but limited spread. Domestic science and manual training exhibit work at the high school in Huffman building displaying dresses, needlework, furniture, carpentry, lathe, and drawings. Lundwall family funeral in Bozeman follows apoplexy. Deer Lodge set program for Memorial Day observances with veterans groups.
James Geer, Harvey Geer, and Roy Geer are jailed in Miles City on $750 bail each for maiming Spear Zimmerman cattle in southern Custer county and northern Wyoming. Prosecutors allege they tortured alive cattle by skinning, attaching weights and cans with wires, causing slow flesh peeling and skinned liv es. Local homesteaders suspected due to land trespass and cattle movements.
Deer Lodge May 28 Trustees of the College of Montana report Dr Franklin M Geselbracht formally accepted the presidency. He has been in the city two weeks reviewing conditions with his family and is expected to help the institution advance its endowment. The college is poised for growth under his leadership and has strong local support.
Ranch officials including rans vy and Dr. Howard Welsh investigated cattle deaths across Bear Creek Yon finding poison from wild larkspur as the cause. Agriculture tests show late spring moist weather worsens poison risk. Bodie urges stockmen to monitor herds and ensure salt licks are available. Hunt en, widow of Dr. A J Hunter, marks her eightieth birthday in Bozeman with a surprise party.
Diplomas were presented to six graduates at the city’s Presbyterian church in Lewistown during exercises led by T. T. Taylor from the board of education. The event followed a year of school work and included remarks on achievement and future prospects.
Roundup item reports Claude Adams killed his wife Ruth Stanley near the river south of the city around 2 9 this afternoon. She was shot twice as she ran and once in the head. Adams then shot himself under the chin, bullet lodging behind the eye. He is expected to recover. They reportedly married in Lewise town months ago.
Reports describe German submarine fleet fears growing, with enemy vessels sighted near the horizon. The note details torpedo boats and destroyers engaging, Italian Zeffiro damage at Porto Pus, and Austrian rescue of survivors, plus a navy airship bombing Sebenico near Dalmatia and damage to patrol vessels.
London dispatch cites Daily Telegraph Rotterdam report on Count von Reventlow and a German article vowing defiance against U S threats. It claims Germany will persist in submarine warfare, dismissing American notes and British trade pressures, asserting no fear of war and promising continued aggression.
Ben Curran of Piedmont was assaulted and robbed early today on Front Street. He claimed an unidentified hold up man, described as Arizon Sum, inflicted a head wound and other injuries. Curran reported losing $20 and is hospitalized with a deep cut and blood loss.
In Phoenix on May 26 the board of pardons and paroles reprieved nine weeks for five Mexicans slated for execution at Florence penitentiary after all recourse failed. Gov. George W. Hunt opposed separate executions and favored a single, simultaneous televised pardon debate in a five year effort to abolish the death penalty. The board's delay followed Bryan’s urging, while the governor hoped for a unified conclusion.
Amsterdam dispatch via London reports the Berlin Lokal Anzeiger stating Italian forces have landed on the Turkish island of Rhodes in the Aegean Sea. Rhodes lies about 300 miles south of the Dardanelles. No war declaration between Turkey and Italy has been received.
Jehard Teation of Denver is jailed in Rupert Idaho on federal charges for holding up 18 stage coaches in Yellowstone National Park during July. Special agent James Mel Fine led the arrest after a months long case. A sheepherder named Trafton matched the described bandit and jewelry found in possession resembled items taken in the park robbery. The pursuit likens the escape to a horse thief tale from Owen Wister’s The Virginian.
The article states that personnel will attend the United States Army School for Medical Reservists to qualify for membership in the U S Medical Reserve Corps. The school is conducted by officers of the Army Medical Corps and is held for Stivers of the National Guard placed on the reserve of the regular Army and for Army officers.
Wondersteh of Divide sues at the Argyle. Winners of the efficiency contest parh participation in the event. Grace Methodist Episcopal reported substantial proceeds from the Ladies Aid supper. New minister mentioned. Mrs Rowe and another Mrs noted at the meeting. County officials discuss supper and preparations. Incorporators of a new poration: George W. Paulson and A. Prime, capitalized 34 shares. In county jail after arrest by Butter police on criminal assault charges. County attorney's office to decide case steps before comment.
Reports denied that Great Britain pressed for relief in Mexico via its embassy here. Du Val West argued against U S influence rising with relief efforts, reporting pessimistic economic and political conditions, crop failures, unused land, shrinking food supplies, and widespread hunger threats.
A historical review delivered by Reverend George D. Wolte examined moral and mental development. He described the attempt to shape character as encompassing physical, ethical, and intellectual growth, urging self-improvement as essential. The talk underscored ongoing personal reform within the community.
Vernon Arrington and Vernon Arrington were mentioned in reference to a saloon closing law that was postponed until tonight, with unclear details and actions pending.
Kalachts of Pythias members and sisters urged to meet at the Pythian hall Sunday at 1 30 p m to attend the funeral of late brother Penge Pierce. Fire department responded to a still alarm from the banking noodle parlor last evening, confined to the chimney, crowd gathered as units were cleared.
Detectives Tucker and Mitchell arrested John Callahan and William J Allen at their Anaconda road establishment at 4:30 am Thursday for selling liquor without a license. The place was closed and seven witnesses were booked along with the owners, who will appear in police court today.
President Wilson acting as head of the American Red Cross appealed through Miss Maxwell Boardman for funds to buy food and supplies for starving people in Mexico. Reported shortages and warnings of famine prompted Wilson to urge generous contributions to the Red Cross in Washington, with calls to support relief efforts near the U.S. border.
Incomplete notice reports a funeral service for Joven Veaterday aged a small number with a Catholic cemetery plot. Dean and Holappa oversee arrangements as the body is to be interred at Mount Moriah, with the service tomorrow at 2 oclock at the town’s Hrowd funeral chapel.
The funeral for Kostotv Perovich infant son of Mee and Mex is set for Saturday afternoon in Maldenee at the Servian Orthodox church where services will be conducted. The family will receive friends prior to the service at 198 East Quarry attest.
Larry Duggan reports Patrick C Walsh, age 6, died yesterday at the family residence on North Montana Street. Funeral services are planned for later, with a time to be announced and a 2 o'clock schedule.
The body of the late Lathes Hoare will be removed this afternoon to the family residence on Main Street Meadervilly for the funeral tomorrow at Unity Church conducted by Rev Pascoe. The community offers thanks for sympathy and flowers sent to the bereaved family of Samuel Carveth.
Obituary notice for Joseph Richards, a funeral director, detailing his career and remembrance plans. Local community figures and church or funeral home affiliations referenced. Event follows a long service to families with emphasis on his professional contributions and personal character.
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