Stirring Montana letter from Ed Hand in the Dutch East Indies
Ed M. Hand of the Western Mine Enterprise in Helena writes from Gorontalo Celebes Island March 28 1899 recounting illness recovery and voyage plans after a dangerous trek from Tinandoo. He notes reefs assaying up to 350 gold and a 225000 acre concession with 116 workers awaiting more, describes riots and local danger, mentions Dutch and English engineers, and recalls mutual acquaintances from Montana and Idaho.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A.J. Huneke
Western Mine Enterprise Company
Ed M. Hand
Butte
Tinandoo
Moens
Java
Celebes
Rimolatoes
Palalleh
Carl
Carneys
Gibbonsville
Idaho
N. van Cortland
Casby
Tamwell
L. W. Busket
Helena
James L
Notable Guests at Hotels Across the West
A roster of prominent guests staying at hotels includes Dr. Wix, A. M. Holter, T. D. Robertson, Mrs. McDevitt, Julius Estey, J. My Berry, Victor L. Taylor, H. F. Bartine, David Marks, Charles Mall, Mrs. George WH, and many others from Portland Helena St Louis New York Paris Denver Seattle and beyond. The list combines names with cities and hotels, signaling a wide hospitality scene among travelers and dignitaries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Butte
F. L. Zimmerman
Portland
A. M. Holter
Helena
0. Wareren
Warm Springs
T. D. Robertson
St Louis
Mrs. McDevitt
St. Paul
J- My Berry
St. Lows
Julius Estey
Tteboro
Barret
Newes Pearson
Victor L. J. Taylor
Pik Feiphia
J. x. Ponte
Wickes
John Mi~euke
Missoula
Onnhua
Jerry Rourke
Bhaenaiy
J.T. Hall
New York
A. A. Uffenaill
the McDermott
J. D. Wad
Spoleni
Tdwho
H. F Bartine
Anaconda
David Marks
Tai Daal
C. W. Gorham
Chicago
Ileo
Charles Mall
George WH
Iar Hour
Ty H. Hoyle
A. Nemitz
Mi Nemitz
Mra
Telefeldt
Philipsburg
Dohy H. Cole
Garnet
H. Karberg
Iea City
Poindexter
Dillon
Sibour
Butte
Leanne
Mulhin
Arora
Boxman
James Lod
MH. Agnew
Ay Wy
Folger
Seattle
M. Bell
Late Tong
Great W. H
Wiley
Lake
Amos Turkish Baths and other city notices
The item lists Amos' Turkish and steam baths open day and night at Corner Arcade and Main Street, with other local ads for clothing, theatre, and park grounds. It includes public season notes for Columbia Gardens, a 1899 concert schedule, and a brief economic boast about gold supply and Milwaukee Pioneer Limited travel comfort and value.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Amos
Dway
Main Street
Columbia Gardens
Rossner
Park and Main
People You Know In City Visitors And Mining News
Dave Marks secretary of the Democratic State Central Committee returned from Helena and will go home tonight A M Holter Helena business man attended Parrot stockholders meeting in Butte and remains in Parrot interest Henry Williams Colorado company plant general manager is back from Santa Barbara still on crutches after injuries two years old John H Cole Garnet News editor optimistic about ore bodies opening daily Baron DeBatz former Lexington mining engineer visiting city mainly involved in Siberian mines and plans to return soon Dr O Y Warren Warm Springs in city with Denver experts to testify in Larkin case John Beardsley mining Basin returns after sinking 200 foot shaft and extensive prospecting but mine barren and abandoned after spending much money.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sumatra
James L
Carl
Carney
Arthur
Helena
Edgar V. Bensusan
Garantalo
Mecca
Simolatows Mines
Lockshart
Simolatoe
Cours Aantalo
Waneke
Simolatoes
Simolatoed
Java
Finandoo
Coxby
Tam
Cosby
Simulatops
M. Hand
Henry Williams
Colorado Company
Santa Barbara
Mr. Williams
Baron DeBatz
Lexington Company
Central America
Pacific Coast
Siberia
Inter Mountain Gains Momentum in Livingston
Mitchell from Butte promotes the Inter Mountain in Livingston Montana. He secures many subscribers and strong civic encouragement as the paper wins city and county printing rights for Butte. The Inter Mountain aims to become a premier republican daily in the northwest with strong local patronage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Livingston
Mitchell
Butte
Citiwens
Inter Mountain
Bute
Peter Mountain
Livington
Ike Mitchell
Horrigan Inquest Hears Mine Accident Verdict
Coroner Pi Julien held an inquest on Edward Horrigan who died after a fall in the Never Sweat mine. Witnesses testified Horrigan, not an employee, was unauthorisedly mining to raise funds for a named associate when a rock fall near the rut caused fatal injuries. He died Saturday morning at the hospital.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Phi Julien
Edward Horrigan
Sherman
St. Dimes
Hat Horrigan
Melaughtin
Horrigan
Isd
Siadl
Flo
Dheweda Tile Undertaking Banks
Leggat Shaft Case Credence Postponed By Court
The Leggat case regarding alleged mine operation involvement has been continued amid ongoing investigations. Court records show county property seizure and a pending decision affecting the case’s next steps.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fienewal
John
Loti
London
Accident at the Torus mine injures worker in loaded car mishap
Ber Aimat of the Torus mine suffered minor injuries when a loaded car toppled, spilling contents and bruising Hillman. He was taken to Freund's hospital and confined for a few days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hillman
Tiliman
Atareay Freund's
City Mill Corner Chamber Meeting On June Eight
A meeting will be held in the corner chamber at the city Mill on Thursday evening June 8 at 5 p.m. to arrange for activities for America's natal day. Interested persons are invited to participate. Bray, Chairman. Frank and Ames, Secretary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
City Mill
America
Ttn Alb
VW Bray
Frank and
AMS
Fruit and Vegetable Stock for Hotels and Homes
If you desire goods of the highest quality visit us. We supply the best fruits and vegetables in cans and glass. The wants of the public were considered in selecting our stock, and whether buying for hotel, restaurant, or private family, your best interest may be served by calling to inspect our stock and learn our prices.
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Schilling
Japan
Doohdom
Cash Grocery
Booth
Main and
Galena
Smith Premier
Edison
Calkins
Main St
Butte Mont Pedere
RC RE
Dugan & Jones
East Cranite St
B. National Bank
Eutte - Montana
Huie Pock & CO
South Main
Good Jersey
Inquire
Bia Stock Farm
W. Broadway
Ed Hand
Dutch East Indies
Montana
Sanden
E.E. Gallogly &Co
Buttz
Dr. Wix
Contractors and Buildaes
Butte Spwer Pipe & Tile
C.F. F Tailor Shop
W. Galena
United States
Pioneer
Minneapolis
Milwaukee
Dave Marks
Democratic State Central Committee
Parrot
Holter
John H. Cole
The
Garnet News
Mr. Cole
O. Y. Warren
Dra
H.T. Pershlg
Eskridge
Denver
Larkin
John Beardsley
Basin
Mr. Heartalay
Eastman Montana
Leggat Shaft
RARUS
Byte Remain & Granite
Admiral VW
Campion
Tom
Fidelity and Casualty Company
W. H. Winters
Owsley Block
C. E. Wendell
North Main Street
White Front
N. Main St
Thos. F. Courtney
Eppes
Nevills & CO
E. Park St
Silver
Sone
W. L. Douglas
W. Park
Butte Sewer Pipe and Tile Co
Leo Bagenburger
Deutscher Arst
W. Wark
Chinren
Prof
C. Sullivan
Tod
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