Murder case reveals strong evidence against Sheppard
Testimony focuses on admission of guilt by Sheppard after arrest in Deer Lodge. Judge Powell describes finding John Benson’s body in the Deer Lodge River near the old depot. Witnesses recount the murder scene, weapon details, and the defendant’s statements to arresting officers and during questioning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sheppard
Powell
Deer Leds
Henson
Deer Lodge
Saul
Hum Fle
John Benson
Benson
Benen
Bergeon
Abe
Dave Shettisgho
W. M. Howsley
Enson
Garrison
Lodge
Witness Identifies Sheppard in Stream Death Case
A 75 yard distant witness saw Sheppard pushing a long pole into a stream the same man later found near Henson’s body. Investigators found tracks and muddy shoes matching the time. The witness later encountered Sheppard on the road and identified him as the same person.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sheppard
Henson
Sheppard d
Wood haulers face record January demand and dull winter
Wood yards and reserve piles run full while January demand drains stock. Wood haulers report half their normal winter shift now burning only one stave. Merchants trade wood for goods as demand remains high, yet a sharp drop in sales is feared as late winter looms.
Margaret Hogan's Alley at Margaret Luheater Tonight
The show at the Margaret Luheater features the Tallghatle comedy AT THE MARGARET Hogan's Alley with Tiddlewinks Mickey Dugan the Yellow Kid in a standout performance. Cast includes Campbell, Cauthetd, Solis, Prank Rhodvs, Missi May, Cunnard, Ethel Cope and Ani Driv in various roles as the crowd eagerly attends this evening entertainment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Campbell
Modern Woodmen Deputy Head Connell A. M. Russell Retires
Modern Woodmen of America deputy head Connell A. M. Russell retires and plans to organize a royal corps for new membership. Temporary officers named include Connell Dr O Bynes as Venerable, Tom W Harris as Worthy Advisor, and others. Meetings are set for Monday evenings in Silverhud.
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Connell A. M. Russell
Woodmen of America
Maries
Connell
0. Bynes
Tohn HW. Herris
Hankir
E. Rochetty
D. Dy
Cloris G. Allens
Pobijson Watehman
C Marchion
Ranhan
Local Briefs From Anaconda Area News Soon
Embroidery materials, travel notes, and social items fill a busy local page. Notables include Anna Hartnett visiting Butte, a chiropodist planned for Anaconda, and J B Willhome traveling for a pleasure trip. A prison arrest, a hospital death at St Ann’s, a court fine, and church services mark the day alongside local business and social updates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anna Hartnett
Butte
Alt Holly
Wibur T Sanders
Sackett
Pipolis
Montana
Tye
Dalton
Anaconda
J.B. Willhome
Pendleton
St. Jean
Omes
Park Avenue
Trek Yard
Brick Yard
Ines House
Thos, Duckean
William Carter
St. Ann's Hospital
U'Ehawk
Vederberg
Henry Buck
Stevensville
St. Mary's Mission
Cod
Smith
Nellie Herthacton
Anacormia
Mare Ringo
PB Clovid
Presbyterian Church
Anvconda
John Boyd
Boy
John Boyt
Philipsbore
St Ann's Hospital
Fred Sherman
French Tansy Tablets Offer Relief for Irregular Menses
Ladies praise a Paris manufactured remedy for painful and irregular menses. Augen dre tablets claim to remove all obstructions with no matter what the cause. Sold in Butte by Newbro Drug Co for $2 per box, mailed sealed to customers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. Augen+ dre
Paris
France
Newbro Drug Co
Butte
Ment
Mal
Temple Fund Dilemma Weighs on Chicago WCTU Meeting
The January WCTU gathering at Mrs. Egbert's home discussed the Temple fund donated to redeem the Francis Willard monument. Donations nationwide fell short, prompting donors to designate use for their gifts. Some funds were sent to state work or kept with local unions, while others supported various charitable aims as the meeting adjourned. Meals by Mrs. Kehart were praised.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Egbert
Dow
GOT
Bers
Tonorrow
Jennie Mallory
Fourth Street
Kehartwin
Inebriated Soldier Charity Visit Stirs Deer Lodge Church
An intoxicated man claiming to be a Manila veteran was found asleep by a warming fire in a Christian church last Wednesday evening. Constable Sheffield had him taken into custody and Judge Powell later issued a note causing a brief legal action. The man had previously visited Ang conta, soliciting small change by exploiting being an old soldier in need.
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Deer Lodge
Solitier
Manila
Christan Church
Wolock
Jordan
Sheffield
Powell
Angconta
Drunkenness Cured Ready For Every Woman To Save
A striking claim asserts that drunkenness can be cured and is now within reach of every woman to save the drenkard. The piece stresses accessible remedies and widespread moral duty in preventing intemperance.
Trial Package Free The Temedy Promises Secret Cure
A garbled ad claims a remedy to cure drunkenness and restore willpower. It mentions Dr. Haines sending a sample and references a devoted spouse observing a recovered drinker, implying a miracle cure sold as a free trial package.
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Sleter
Haines
Free Teal Cure Ad Promises Quiet Recovery
A dubious mail order pitch offers a free sample remedy to end drunkenness. It cites testimonials from Mrs. John M. Hatten of Lebanon Ohio and claims a Golden Epecific cured her husband and another relative. The flyer urges women to request a free trial and directions.
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A. Wy Haines
Glenn
Cieinant
John M. Hatten
Lebanon
Ohio
Fame's Pathway and Notable Mentions in Brief
General Wheeler, post Civil War veteran, visits the country to study American penal institutions. Miss Maria Jeffreys, 81, London grave, granddaughter of hymnist Charles Wesley. Representative Bennett of Brooklyn praised as fashion plate of the house, with latest cravats and headgear. John Hare studies a role months ahead, wears future costume to feel at home. A child, told rooms are angel filled, fears the devils she imagines.
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Maria Jeffreys
London
Charles Wesley
Bennett
Brooklyn
John Hare
The Modern Mother Syrup of Figs Ad in Butte Notice
Laxative ad for Syrup of Figs by California Fig Syrup Co. followed by Mont. district court notices from Silver Bow and Butte about wills, estate administrations, stock sale orders, and a bankruptcy filing for John A. Persson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California Fig Syrup Co
Meeting Notice at 49 West Park Street
Official notice states a gathering will be held before Thompson Campbell as referee at No 49 West Park Street on the 27th day of January. The document names the referee and location for the lawful meeting.
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West Park Street
Jane Thompson Campbell
Administrators Notice Sale of Real Estate in Park County
Notice of private sale by SARATT C. GASSERT Administratrix of the estate of Harry Gassert deceased by order of Park County Montana district court. sale date January 88 at 10 am at J S Shropshire law office Butte Silver Bow County. One quarter undivided share in Lot Five Block Twenty Nine known as Clarendon Hotel property. Cash on court confirmation with deed delivering good title.
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Second Judicial District
State of
Montana
Silver Bow
A. C. White
Butte
Silver Row
A. ©. White
Frank Britten
Jetters
Clinton C. Clark
Cloris
James F. Wilkins
Monitana
Silver Howe
Grace B Gayford
Andrew J. Davis
K.gaylord
Parrot Bilveradel Copper
Judes
District Court
Silver How
Sail County
Dany Tnrer
Lutte
Montini
Threa ‘Dubie
Celty
County of Park
Harry Gassert
S Henry Gassett
Shropshire
Buste
Silver
Harry Gassett
of Montana
Pqunbee
Silver Tow County
Clarendon Hotel
Saratt C. Gassert
Harry.Gassert
Sheriff Sale Notice for Willey Lode Mining Claim
American National Bank of Helena sues to foreclose on the Willey Lode Mining Claim, Lot Nos. 17, 21, 93, and surrounding parcels in Silver Bow Montana. Sale set January 26, 1899 at 2 p m at the courthouse front in Butte. Complex legal boundaries and exceptions described. exclude portions of adjacent claims.
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American National Bank of Helena
Bu B
Banister Eth
Butte
Silver Bow
Montana
Secion
Wight
Summit Valley
Silver Low
Discovery Shaft
Pike's Peak
North St Slog
Souk AL
Mee
Rangeeleht
Salt Lot
Auldelaine
Fi Lot
Ealdelalin
Degerbed
Sherifiys
Gans & Skiein
Charles & Warren
Ecourt
Silver Bow County
State of Montana
Charles 8. Warren
Atrick H. Regan
Row County
Olds
Silve
Alias Simmons No 7646 suit over note and mortgage
Montana court summons Montana Smelting and Mining Company and five defendants in a suit to foreclose a mortgage and collect a 7000 note plus 400 attorney fees. The action seeks lien foreclosure on stock of 24086 shares and on Longfellow and multiple lode claims in Madison county with judgment in favor of plaintiffs. The clerk duces cer tifies the case from November 1888.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
District Court
Second Judicial District
State of Montana
Silver Row
Willam Owsley
Charles Schatalein
Montana Smelting & Mining Company, Corporation
E. L. Larsen
I. M. Jacobs
A. S. Tinnard
Abraham Hinnard
Sewel Davis
Montana Smelling Mining Company
State of
Montana
Montana Mining Company
Buckeye
Tighthouse
Madison County
Montana Smelting & Mining Company
J. Larsen
Funnard
Abraham Tinnard
Sewell Davis
A. D
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Primost Hardcase
New York
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E. P Park Ave
Wood Business
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the Temple Fund
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Chicago
John M. Hatton
Caen
General Wheeler
E. Ruggles Brive
Prisons For
England
Dolie
TI District Court OF the
United States
District of Montana
John A. Persson
West Turk Street
Sheriff's Base
DR. Sanden
Castor
Thale
Dr. Santen
J. Schermerhorn
Deering
Dro Sanden
McLaughlin
N. Main St
Mont
Sanden
Lody
Patrick H. Regan
Silverbow County
Jas. M. Reynolds
Sherif
Alias Simmons
Clinton C, Clark
T. E. Booth
William B. Carroll
Plain
A. Augandre
Paria
D. M. Newbre Mieke
Dutia City
Anoute
Chesapeake & Ohio
Peoria
ST. Louis
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Washington, D. C
W. P. Deppe
E. O. McCormick
Big Four
H.W. Fuller
G. P. A. Rye
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