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Newspaper
Daily Inter Mountain
Location
Butte, Montana, United States of America
Date
May 30, 1900
Page
5
Copper miners discuss Calumet & Hecla versus Boston and Montana shares. Reported fear of a price drop triggers concern among local holders, while Boston & Montana is tied to litigation and a large ore reserve. Butte & Boston shows strong copper output and potential dividend plans by July.
The Copper Market report notes subdued activity in general trade with retailers dominant. European demand improved with some transactions, while London and British imports trends are outlined, including four month totals and a year over year rise in fine copper supply for Britain and the United States.
The Boston Financial News notes copper markets remain bearish with minimal business and few large sales. Anticipation grows that major producers may enter the market next month while July and August deliveries weaken. London and New York futures slide as prices fall and producers curb output to avoid overproduction.
The article notes output expansion by some copper mines but warns many will fall short of becoming major market players. It cites the business situation as the key price driver for the next year or two, with elections and a quick end to the South African war boosting both domestic and foreign demand. European electrical construction may lift continental copper demand this year.
At a Board of Trustees meeting a circular for the institution’s course of study was approved. The school will open the second Tuesday in September with two tracks mining and electrical engineering. Freshman entry requires exams in specified subjects while older applicants may be admitted by showing readiness. State residents pay no tuition but must provide materials and chemicals. Superintendent Fourtado discussed extending gas mains, which was amicably resolved.
The clipping enumerates guests at various hotels including The Butte Frank Henry Livingston J Arthur Johnson Mrs. W C Connelly Spokane F J Storm Kirksville Mo W D McClellan Sappington Mont H C Davidson New York Marvin Jenkins St Paul L W Knight San Francisco F J Statesman Chicago J St Donohoe St Paul etc. The long roster names numerous individuals and cities across the country.
On Thursday to Saturday evenings with a Saturday matinee the Clara Mathes Comedy Company presents the new comedy drama The Legion of Honor by William Redmond. Set on the German frontier during the Franco Prussian war, the production features special scenery, full company, and new specialties between acts.
The wax works will interest you. New mattings arrive featuring Chinese and Japanese insertions and fancy weaves. Cotton and linen warp options with varied patterns offered at low prices this week 18c 25c 35c 45c per yard. Corner Park and Main Streets, Butte Montana.
Wax Works advertises French Tansy Tablets by A. Augendre Paris for relief of painful and irregular menses. Newbro Drug Co. Butte Montana sells and mails sealed bottles at $2 each. Sole agents guarantee obstructions removed regardless of cause.
The advertisement touts Allen's Foot-Ease powder as a cure for painful smarting feet, ingrown nails, bunions, sweating, callouses, and tired feet. It claims instant relief and easier shoe wear, selling through druggists and shoe stores with a 25 cent trial offer by mail.
Sealed bids to be received by Mr C Fitschen up to 2 oclock p m for labor and materials plumbing and steam heating in alterations of the Exchange building on South Main. Bids and specifications in rooms 25 and 26 Owsley block, era Bickela architects.
The board authorized steps toward new school buildings after bids for a $50 000 issue resulted in the First National Bank offering the entire issue with a $120 premium. Trustees discussed harmony with state institutions and appointed Miss Fannie Corbin as high school principal with changes in staff and plans to close the year mid June for graduations.
Morris Woolen Co offers 570 Chicago style suits priced from 18 to 45 dollars and pants starting at 4.50. C F Jene, Tailor, advertises at 110 Brown Street Burte in the notice.
Readable fragments show listings for Excelsior sewing machine, Butte Coal Co pricing, and building materials like plaster and brick. Mentions contractors and builders and a city office at 19 East Broadway.
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