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Newspaper

Daily Inter Mountain

Location

Butte, Montana, United States of America

Date

Dec 19, 1899

Page

3

Rambler Loebinger Clinches Smallpox Claim in Hanson Case

In Judge Sullivan's court Dr. Alexander rebutted Hanson’s smallpox charge by testing McCants photos, noting flaws. Pinkston and nurse Anna Daugherty testified to iodine treatment and eruption. Loebinger argued eruption from iodine, not universal smallpox, while detailing dermatology expert opinion and exam notes.

Hanson Sullivan Alexander McCants Dr. Hanson Pinkston Loebinger Haldorn M Haldorn Luiny Mountain Willian Pinkston Av- Ryle Los Anna Daugherty Dr. Loebinger University of Beyin

Doctor Monroe Fired as County Smallpox Doctor

County commissioners drop Dr Glenn Monroe from service and appoint Dr Albert Patrick O Le as the new county smallpox physician at a monthly salary of 250. Dr O Leary recently arrived in the city from Pay about three weeks ago and is a colleague of Cornelius F P Kebly chief deputy to the county attorney.

Glen. Monroe Albert Patrick O'Le Klin O'Leary Cornelius FP. Kebly

Two Cases in 48 Hours End Butte Smallpox Epidemic

Appearing from a local quarrel among city physicians, Butte reports only two smallpox cases in the last 48 hours as the mita epidemic wanes, suggesting the outbreak is dying down despite the debate over its severity.

Butte

King of Epicureans showcases seasonable groceries at White Front

Santa Claus would smile at the Delicacies on display at White Front Grocery, 220 N Main, with a wide range of everyday items praised by patrons. Featured items include New York full cream cheese, edam cheese, soup varieties, Ceylon tea, M J coffee, cider, and a selection of wines, whiskies, brandies, and spirits offered at special prices.

Santa Claus Main Street New York Fifth Avenue

Smallpox Cases Prompt Quarantine Orders

Today’s victim is William Otto of No. 11 Copper Alley, reported at noon and ordered removed to the pest house. George Bowen of No. 111 Past Second Street was found ill with smallpox yesterday. Bowen will not be sent to the pest house, but his home is quarantined.

William Otto No. 11 Copper Alley Otto George Bowen Second Street Bowen

Copper mining shares rise slightly in Boston market

Copper stock activity shows marginal gains with Boston & Montana leading a 15 point intraday advance. Amalgamated opens near 80 and fluctuates. Parrot and Osceola show strength, while Calumet & Hecla and Tamarack retreat. New York funds ready to loan about 3 million to support Boston & Montana holdings amid ongoing copper settlement details.

Boston Boston & Montana Amalgamated Anaconda Butte & Boston Bingham Calumet & Heela Mohawk Old Dominion Osceola Parrot Fanta Fe Tamarack Utah Montana Rutteh Calumet & Hecla Santa FE New York New England Bigelw H. H. Rogers Boston & Montina Standard Oil

Remembering General Lawton Heroic Montana Soldier Speaks

Alfred Seendorf of Centennial Brewing shares memories of General Lawton saying he was a brave, perfect gentleman. He recalls Lawton’s height, white helmet, and khaki attire in Manila and notes Lawton's death. Seendorf served as commissary sergeant in the First Montana volunteers and post quartermaster sergeant at Fort Robinson in 1876 77. He mentions Lawton’s connections to Major General MacArthur and Cavite duty.

Butte Lawton Alfred Seadorf Centennial Brewing Company Montana Volunteers General Lawton Fourth Cavalry Fort Robinson Neb Fort Sill Alwys Manila Montana MacArthur San Pernando Cavite Dean

Personal notices from Glenwood and nearby towns

Ronald Harris and J Edwards Leckie of Glenwood British Columbia visit Butte. Whyte of Rest guests of the McDermott. Ella Knowles Haskell arrived from Helena. Emil Renisch and bride on three week wedding tour visiting New York Niagara Falls Buffalo Boston and Washington. John W Collins inspector of livestock reports Yellowstone stock flourishing and Billings residents prosper. Cal Henry Muntzer beer advertised by Butte Brewery phone 252.

Ronald Harris J. Edwards Leckie Glenwood B. C Butte F. W Billings Yellowstone Valley

Annual Meeting of First National Bank of Butte

The annual meeting of the stockholders of the First National Bank of Butte will be held at the bank office in Butte Montana on Tuesday January 9 1900 between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. The object is election of directors for the ensuing year and any other business properly before the meeting. E B Whirl cashier. Dated at Butte Mont Dec 8 1899.

First National Bank of Butte Butte Montana

Campbell Home Discusses Quay Case and Utah Senator

Congressman Campbell returned from Washington with a leave of absence to handle business and predicted the Quay seat would not be awarded to the Pennsylvania appointee. He noted no vacancies on Quay’s committees and said Roberts of Utah would likely be ousted in line with public opinion. He tied these outcomes to currency law adjournment and party pairing plans.

Campbell Washington Congress Bishop Michigan Quay Pennsylvania Senate California Utah Delaware Montana Roberts Camphbell

Local Briefs and Notices From Town Scene

A compact local roundup lists a carnival at Holland Street Skating Rink, a Christmas dance at the Auditorium with $1 tickets, and a police note about marriage licenses to Thomas Curtis with Ella McCann and Omeder Eloi Courbois with Olympe Cobberay. Also reported are a fatal mine accident involving Michael J. Driscoll, a funeral for Mrs. William Barker, and various shop ads for lamps pens and home goods.

J. G. Bates Montana Music Company Holland Street Rubenstein & Co Park Thaaire Ash Reed Mary Jones East Park Thomas Curtis Ella McCann Omeder Eloi Courbois Olympe Cecile Cobberay

Steling silver brushes and combs in a case sale

A local advertised sale offers silver brushes and combs in a case for five dollars. The listing emphasizes discounted prices and the compact set, inviting buyers seeking affordable grooming items.

Lighting Bill Suit Heads To Judgment In Butte Court

In Butte a suit by Butte General Electric against Imperial Amusement seeks 202 50 for rights furnished. Fred Ritchie absent in Sumpter, Ore. defendant argued only 30 70 owed. Court ordered judgment for full amount.

Butte General Electric Company Imperial Amusement Company Lindsay Fred Ritchie Imperial Ritchie Sumpter, Ore

Senate probes Clark seat in Montana protest

Washington December 1 the senate committee on privileges and elections agreed to hear the protest against Senator Clark of Montana on Friday January 6. No decision was reached in the case. The Quay one was not considered in the committee.

Washington Senate Committee On Privileges and Elections Clark Montana Senate Senat

War casualties and illnesses listed by infantry units

A list of soldiers from multiple units including Twenty-fourth, Thirty-fourth and Thirty-sixth Infantry with ailments such as dysentery typhoid and septicemia. Entries include ranks from corporal to sergeant and dates in November December and September. Names include John H. John stone Frank Wells David Buckingham Gilbert Baran and others.

Twenty-fourth Infantry John H. Johnstone Frank Wells John Delaney David B Buckingham John Rainwater Twelfth Infantry David Shearer Gilbert Baran Toth Infante Hardy Lawrence Charles Rist

Simon Banks Chalenge Sale At 125 North Main Butte

Simon Banks advertises a sale at 125 North Main Street Butte offering ladies watches note gold filled items and nickel movements as well as gents watches with American movements and marcas, with assurances of safekeeping until called for.

Simon Banks North Main Street Butte

Noted Chicago Colored Lawyer John Thames Dies

John W. Thames a leading colored lawyer and prominent Chicago figure died last night at his residence. He was among the city's wealthiest colored residents and long enjoyed local renown as a civic character and potential Illinois legislator candidate.

Chicago John W. PF Thomas Ilinois Thames

Cabinet Meeting Discusses Alaska Situation and Cape Nome Plan

At today’s cabinet session in Washington the Alaska situation was debated. The group noted a proposed summer movement of about 20,000 to 40,000 people near Cape Nome without enforceable laws, calling it a matter for press attention. Discussion also covered New York’s financial climate and Secretary Gage’s recent action, viewed as potentially beneficial.

Washington Alaska Iran Cape Nome New York Gage

Otis Casualty List and Sparkling Diamonds

The notice lists Otis casualties and notes similar sparkling items. It mentions November 7 and December events, with references to infantry and a Co. Maris unit. Also highlights $25 diamond rings shown at Ley, tying casualty talk to a jewelry display.

Walington Dee. Gener Otis Drowded Ilo Ie Ailamond Elise Ley

Also Mentioned on This Page

Dr. Alexander DR. Monroe DR. Oleary Epicureans T. F. Courtney Leys Ian Henery Muntzer Cal Up Butte Brewery E. B. Whirl Butte, Mont Need North Main Bee Hight & Fairfeld Simons Turkey Boucherhia Hellbronner Cigar Company William Barker Bennett Avenue Walkerville Trinity Methodist Calkins Leroy Cunier A. H. Shaffer Jomea Orion W.T. Cavender Topeka Co-operative Mining Company Topeka Kun Suniflower Sunbeam Dewey Rob Roy Bluebell Globe Sunlight Hiram Knowles Silver Bow Park Addition Fudge Maney Ert Wakefield Sutton Silver King James H. Maroney Silas F. King Lawing Apex Plymouth Celia Davison Pearl Street James Dougherty Davison Dougherty Pearl East Park Street Pat. D. Welch J Maud Ross Rast Park Street Field Justice Catherine O'Brien Senator Clark Buibde Mark Hallia Mehingitis Lewis L. Osgrud Variolvid Third Cavalry Wil Hams McFarlane Homer Pauplath Ond Arthur L Hollenbeck Coliiit Thomas Smith Henry Wolper Ana Holiday Davis & Weimescary Co Butte, Montana Otis’ Casualty List Tukey Boucher Ruary Stacy & Adams Excelsior Shoe Co Red Boot Shoe Co
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