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Newspaper
Daily Inter Mountain
Location
Butte, Montana, United States of America
Date
Mar 06, 1899
Page
8
An advertisement touts natural expansion with no drawbacks and urges individuals to own earth’s surface that can be increased as opportunities arise. For a small amount of ready cash, it claims to offer the most desirable building lots in the region.
In Clancy region market notes show copper stocks drifting lower with Parrot slipping from 4% to 48 then 44 as bears dominate. Beston & Montana and Utah Con also move, while rumors say Parrot’s Franklin Farrel sold his interest to a new copper combine. A mining accident near Lump Gulch injures two workers but causes only minor damage to the site.
A Clancy Miner report describes the Old Gregory mine as unique in Montana for its rich suite of metals and an immense internal laboratory. The water became poisonous from sulphuric acid formation, fish and livestock were poisoned, and structural damage occurred. Heat variations at depths reveal oxidation driven processes, while frost-like fungal growth and crystalline drips decorate timbers. The mine, closed since Isis, was once a valuable chemical curiosity and potential source for voltaic electricity.
Latimer Bros Dave and Will with a man named Shannon were involved in a thawed powder incident during a prospecting effort. The report notes the trio faced inquiry by authorities and details remain incomplete.
An unconfirmed Salt Lake report claims Lewisohn Bros of Boston purchased the Copper Mountain copper plant and mines in Box Elder county for about 209000. Trustees deny confirmation. title examination and court sale figures cited, with anticipated output growth easing plant operation.
The Grand last night featured a farce titled Who Is Who, starring Kelly and Mason with Grace Cummings, Whiting Sisters, and others. The show mixed vaudeville and gags, drawing praise for Grace Cummings and the musical numbers, with an engagement stretching three more nights and a Wednesday matinee. Also noted was the University Shakespeare course at the Auditorium with the Genius of Shakespeare series and the Boston Montana band performing March lectures.
The Albini Sisters have opened a new establishment named Vienna Saloon at 119 South Main Street, marking a local business addition in the area.
A roundup of cases before Judge Clancy and Judge Smith. Accused men Joe Miller and Gregory Werder plead not guilty to alleged brass plunger theft at the Butte & Boston smelter. trials set for the 26th and 21st. John Moore pleads not guilty, to be tried on the 22nd. G W Taylor defends Moore. Henry Schnee seeks a new trial after a year since cattle theft conviction. Monica Frey Callahan vs Emmet Calanan sees alimony ordered at $110 with $100 attorneys’ fees. defendant to pay into court by today. The boy’s custody and possible move to Missouri discussed. Judge Smith departs Helena after writing to the state pardon board about Harry Brett, with the governor’s pardon likely prompting Brett’s relocation abroad. The案 12-year-old David Sidenbender may be taken to his mother. incorrigibility complaints against three boys to be resolved soon. Tou Metz vs City of Butte moves for a new trial on grounds of excessive damages influenced by passion.
John G. Hollane assumed control of the county measurer's office this morning relieving Thomas R. Hinds of duties. Hinds departed with chief deputy Jerry Harrington, leaving Logan D. McDonald in place. Harrington’s successor is Mathew F. Canning. District court clerk reports February business totals and revenues. Judge Lindsay returned from Burlington and presided today.
Frank Sullivan named city official, replacing John G. Holland who becomes county treasurer. Sullivan is a journalist and ex reporter for the Butte Miner, with strong local ties. Crystal Spring stage to depart Ciut Livery Stables daily at 10 am 2 pm and 8 pm, returning Springs 12 pm 6 pm and 10:30 pm, fare 20 cents. Also notices from Montana Placer Mining Company in Butte: 2.5 cents per share assessment due by April 1 1899, delinquent shares sold April 5 to cover debt and costs.
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