New Trial Granted in Sutton Case
Judge Lynch granted Wakeman Sutton a new trial against James A. Murray and others. The ruling cited objections to affidavits from Wake man Sutton Olsen Bates Henderson Witherspoon and Hunter as hearsay or improperly connected. The decision focuses on points of law, not bribery charges, and the case is expected to continue for a year or more.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lynch
Wakeman Sutton
James A. Murray
Sutton
Silver King
Plymouth
Amos Doney
Henry Olsen
C. Q. Bates
Fred Henderson
T. ©. Witherspoon
L. T. Hunter
T. C. Witherspoon
Witherspoon
Deney
Henderson
Bates
Olsen
Overcoat theft leads to jail time as court cases unfold
In a county courtroom Judge McGowan sentenced James McDonald to 100 days in jail unless he posts another $200. McDonald stole an overcoat from a hack driver on East Park street. Keith Kelly received a 20 day vagrancy sentence for being found under a landlady’s bed. Several disturbances at the New Terrace and 433 South Wyoming were dismissed or fined. A saloon window was broken by Matti Koopikka, who admitted drunkenness and paid damages.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James McDonald
McDonald
Lovell
East Park Street
Steele Block
Wyoming Street
Harry Davis
Annie Davis
New Terrace
Harry Randall
South
Matti Koopikka
Elmer Hassel
Little Joe
East Mercury Street
William Lough
Lough
Hassel
William Bingham
McGowan
Laura Shaw
Olaf Nora
Mrs Mainald Burned by Gasoline Explosion
Beatrice Nebraska September 27 1908 Mrs William F Mainald of 1204 South Eighth Street sustained severe burns to the left side of her face neck and left arm after a vice versa gasoline stove fuel exploded Saturday afternoon. She attempted to fling the burning bucket outside but flames blew back into her face. She suffered intensely Saturday night and on Sunday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beatrice
Neb
William F. Mainald
South Eighth Street
Crowding the Family to See the New Show
Vaudeville patrons flock to the Family bill with high class acts and lively applause. Mme Kesseley’s fantasies entertain as miniature actors perform on a stage setting while the audience fills the boxes. The Salome dancer intercepts Johnny’s self introduction and the act earns strong favorable notices.
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Mme. Kesseley
First Passenger Train Out Of Butte On Chicago Milwaukee & St Paul
The first passenger train on the Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul line from Butte to the East left on time at 7 am. Commercial men and local passengers boarded, with R M Calkins and Mrs. Calkins, W H Penfield and Mrs. Penfield, E H Barret on board. Engineer Sherman and Conductor Winmore led the train with engine No 2015, one baggage car two day coaches and a combined dining and observation car. The train’s eastern reports indicated it was running on schedule.
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Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul
Butte
R. M. Calkins
Calkins
Chicago
W. H. Penfield
Sherman
Winmore
Jewish Community Observes Yom Kippur Holiday
The Hebrew community of Butte observed Yom Kippur from sunset Sunday to sunset Monday. Businesses run by Jewish residents closed during the day, and Jewish families abstained from meat and drink for the 24 hour fast. It is a solemn fast day and rigorously observed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Butte
Papers for Arts and Crafts and Mission Furniture
Our latest papers match forms of arts and crafts and mission furniture with florals and fabrics in tones on special grounds oriental odities quaint friezes tiles chambrays and art linens latest chamber novel ties new backgrounds including monks cloth and other options. They are purely made and free from poisonous matters offering unique opportunities for personal expression at prices that turn casual customers into permanent patrons.
Great Overcoat Sale On Fashionable and Conservative Styles
Take advantage of this overcoat sale with a choice of new models in kerseys meltons friezes cheviots or worsteds at less than cost. Save from 5 to 7.50 this season before your size is gone. The offer promises fashion correctness finish and fit across a large variety of styles and urges early purchase.
Cruelty Alleged in Suit Against James H Turner
Lillian A Turner sues James H Turner in district court alleging cruelty after a 1904 marriage in Butte and a three year old girl. She seeks divorce and child custody amid claims of unfilled medicine, ill treatment, and accusations of dissolute conduct. Also mentions actions against Justice Grice and a lien dispute over oil supplies to Orman and Crook for a railroad contract.
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Lillian Almeda Turner
James H. Turner
Butte
Turner
West Park Street
Mary Braddell
J. R. Grice
Justice of the Peace
J. A. Stromberg
St. Paul Railway
Oil Company
Orman & Crook
Homer Club Inaugurates Its Winter Work
The Homer club met yesterday afternoon at Mrs. W. C. Dierks home on South Excelsior. It was the first meeting of the year and memory of Miss Mary Edgell Goodale was honored with memorial exercises. The group sent condolences to Mrs. L. P. Sanders after the loss of her child.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Homer Club
W. C. Dierks
South Excelsior Avenue
Mary Edgell Goodale
L. P. Sanders
Miner James Clark Crushed Foot At Pittsmont
James Clark a miner at the pittsmont was removed to Murray hospital yesterday morning with a badly crushed foot. He is about 10 years old and resides at 660 North Montana street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Clark
Pittsmont
Murray’ Hospital
Montana Street
The Devil Play Praised At Lulu Theater In Butte
The Devil draws crowded houses at the Lulu theater with Henry Chesterfield in the title role. The Hungarian translation and staging receive high praise for detail and performance, with a blase Devil and lively supporting cast delivering controversial yet permissible scenes all week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lulu Theater
Henry Chesterfield
Lewis Morrison
Mephisto
Olga
Chesterfield
Goodall and Woodward Married in Helena Ceremony
Herbert Goodall of Helena and Sophie Woodward of Divide wed at 11 yesterday morning in the Episcopal rectory with Rev. S C Blackiston officiating. Best man Worth Almon and bridesmaid Mary Woodward attended. The couple planned a Hamilton honeymoon after a luncheon at Whatley's cafe. The bride, daughter of Divide pioneers William and Mrs Woodward, studied at Butte High and State Normal Dillon and taught at Columbia Falls and Helena.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Herbert Goodall
Helena
Sophie Woodward
Divide
Episcopal
Whatley’s
Republican gubernatorial candidate visits Butte
Nd Donlan arrived in Butte from Missoula to meet voters. He spent the afternoon and evening familiarizing himself with the community under the guidance of Kk. A Morley and Harry Cunningham.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nd Donlan
Butte
Missoula
Kk. A. Morley
Harry Cunningham
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