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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Nov 27, 1902
Page
7
A brief mention lists carving sets forks and spoons and bonbon dishes as part of a sterling silver Thanksgiving dinner assortment. The fragment notes the availability of these items in silver serveware.
Butte society notes visitors from Boulder Basin Helena and Deer Lodge and locals planning events. Pianos advertised for rent and purchase, Davis & Welmercury skates on sale, Thanksgiving travel and funerals noted, Shriners parade seen, Northern Pacific rail line updates, and multiple marriage licenses issued.
John M. Trapp fusion candidate for justice of the peace filed a written protest after the canvassing board certified results in Silver Bow township. He challenged certificates for Harrington and Doran, noting uncertified precinct returns and alleged overcounts in precincts 10 and 52. The board placed the protest on file but proceeded with issuing certificates. The count revealed four-way ties for constable and a high overall county vote against bonds, with detailed tallies for various offices and precincts including Holloway, Mullins, Egan, Blake, and Brown among others.
Elisha Girard, a longtime resident known for central community presence, died at St. Joseph's Hospital after a lingering illness. Born in Tverville on December 9, 1888, he was operated on by Drs Dodds Wetgen and Scanland, but did not recover. Requiem Mass will be held in the morning, with the funeral to follow in the afternoon at the local Catholic church.
A fragment references how a person’s confidence in The Mutual Life Insurance Co. of New York shows in posture and hearing. The text implies the insured feel secure about family and business futures, suggesting strong company standing and protection.
Advertisement for Newbro Drug Co promoting fountain syringes as nerve and blood tonics. Highlights 23 or 4 quart models priced at 81.25, 2, 3 or 4 quart options at 1.25, and mentions hot water bottles as eligible items. Emphasizes rubber quality and guaranteed products for overworked men and nervous women.
An obituary notes the death of Stephen Girard a longtime Warm Springs resident and Deer Lodge county official. He never married leaving a brother and sister at Warm Springs and an aged mother in Canada. Funeral arrangements hire Peter Valston, with a large local funeral anticipated.
A garbled OCR fragment hints at queer figures and peculiar conditions with unclear details. The readable bits point to unusual observations but do not establish concrete persons, places, dates, or events. Further context from the original page is needed for a solid summary.
Democratic county central committee members voted to pursue a recount of the voting. The official count showed Weston narrowly ahead by 211 votes with other fusion candidates close behind, amid claims of discrepancies and possible irregularities in precinct tallies.
Advertises home ownership plans with calls to action for plan details and plans in Butte. Mentions Orton Bros at 10 N Main Street and Citizens' Coat Co with locations Kemmerer Rock Springs and Pine Salt. Notes A Morrin attorney moving to Harbour building fourth top with phone 185.
An advertisement touts deep colored heavy velvet carpets at a remarkable per yard price, claiming superior value and right of way on big floor covering deals. It stresses the affordability of high pile, desirable styles despite rivals’ attempts to sidetrack.
Former policeman in court on charges stemming from a burglary at Frank Britton’s store on South Main. Levy accused of stealing knives and razors valued at $1,000. Other cases include Gervais grand larceny, Hayes and Casey burglary charges, and a murder information against Daly. Trial dates set, motions discussed, and multiple estate and mineral claim matters noted.
Firemen from Quartz Street defeated Arizona Street yesterday in a two game match at Fine Quarts Street fire station. Teams were led by Joe Roose and Martin Kinderpress for Quartz Street and John Connors and Jim Quinn for Arizona Street. James Gleason refereed with Leary as timekeeper. Final scores were 21 to 20 and 21 to 6. F Kuphal Jr. instructors in violin.
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