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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Nov 10, 1908
Page
7
Wille am E Langdon, arrested on suspicion tied to a yeggman ring, declares innocence and pledges to explain all connections. Police and prosecutors pursue details as Langdon awaits arraignment in Judge McGowan's court while rumors and testimony swirl through Butte.
Butte current notes list coal beds at Grady, plans from Orton Bros, clothing and glove shops, travel to Omaha Kansas City and Los Angeles, sales at Gray's and Tom Douglas, steak dinners at Chequamegon, reading matter at P O News Stand, and remodeling at the Clothery. Also reports births, marriages, divorces, licenses, and upcoming meetings plus several ads and notices from local businesses and residents.
Mrs Bridget Scott a longtime Butte boarding house keeper known as Mother Scott died in Seattle from Brights disease aged about 58 She owned the Scott house in Butte and other property built her wealth from boarding house ventures in Butte Philipsburg and elsewhere She leaves two daughters Mrs Annie Hawkins and Mrs Julian Taggart both with her at death News of her passing reached Butte via telegram to Mrs W Dalling of 619 North Montana Street in the city.
The notice lists scholarship entries Agatha Kelly Marie Kern and for the diamond ring contest Madge McManamy Lena Chouinard Adrienne Valanche Minin Foley Anna Schmidt. For the Shetland pony contest Masters Joe Byrne Walter Retchle John Kelly Marcus Manley and Miss Martha Sows are named.
At a work meeting of the Hutte clerics union, officers were nominated for president TL Setzer and other posts. Names listed include vice president HK Allen, recording secretary I Wick, treasurer HE Nadeau, and several delegates to council. The regular vote and meeting procedures were described, with an upcoming election date noted and a painting contest announced for prize consideration.
An alumni gathering last evening drew a large crowd with enthusiastic attendance. A program featured violin and piano performances by Misa MeALLIM and Ann Keppner, plus a solo by Keppner. A social committee and an event planning slate were appointed, with the next alumni meeting scheduled for December 7.
Tutte stockholders of the Snow Storm Shining company have declared another dividend of 3 cents per share payable Nov 2 to stockholders at par. The company notes a December tikesige Will be estate and a $45.00 contribution expected from a decent dividend. It claims a surplus around $290 and that more than $100,900 has already been distributed. The firm ships a 0 ton daily to Great Falls and Anaconda, with Snowstorm owners also controlling the Ponderay smelter and planning further plant moves.
The ad promotes Mayer's at 22 West Park promising the lowest price for diamonds, watches, and jewelry with a money back guarantee. It asserts resale value, flawless white diamonds, and a guarantee of satisfaction or money refund. The text also mentions free glasses fitting and Montana opts cal co. West Park in May.
In Butte, miner James J. McDonald died instantly after slipping in a chute at the Never Sweat mine while uncovering a timber chute at the 1800 foot level. His partner heard his cry, but the accident happened with no one nearby. Coroner and mine inspectors were notified, and McDonald’s body was taken to the Sherman Reed undertaking rooms for an inquest. He was 41, a long-time resident of Butte, with family in Nevada Avenue. Funeral arrangements set for Wednesday at St Joseph.
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