Sudden Death Removes Key Defense Witness in Conn Wolford Case
Drummond Montana telegram reports Egbert Freeman known as Bert Freeman found dead in his cabin near Helmville. Freeman, about 35, a horse breaker and principal witness for the defense, died before October 2 inquest pending. It remains unclear if death was natural or foul. Freeman had testified Wolford’s killer Conn claimed justification. Deputy Tom Mullin notes inquest to be held.
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Drummond
Mont
Egbert Freeman
T. B. Mannix
Bowly
Tom Mullin
Bert Freeman
Nevada Valley
Helmville
Wil Ham
Conn
Ft. W. Wolford
Freeman
Walford
Inter Mountain praises coverage of Montana volunteers arrival
The Inter Mountain reports favorable reader response in Anaconda to last Saturday's extensive coverage of Montana volunteers landing in San Francisco aboard Zealandia and remaining troop movements. Extras carried full reports on the Valorcia arrival and the welcome to volunteers, plus Phil Carr shooting at Divide.
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Inter Mountain
Montana
San Francisco
Zealandia
Anaconda
Democratic Preax
Valcncia
San Frateleou
Extea
Phil Carr
Divide
Inter Mountain Ane
Paulist Mission Draws Largest Anaconia Congregation
In Anaconia the Paulist Fathers opened their mission with candles lighting three altars as the church, dark except for the glow, filled to capacity and beyond. Father Hopper delivered a stirring sermon on Salvation to a packed house, with about 200 people turned away. The sermon tonight will be given by Father Hopper.
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St. Paul's Catholic
Anaconia
Father Hopper
Missionary Cross of Black
Insane Cat Causes Turmoil on South Cherry Street
Residents deserted tranquility as a common house cat on South Cherry Street went wild yesterday afternoon. The cat dumped fences and caused chaos until residents locked indoors. Owner George M. Johnston, deputy clerk and recorder, practices kindness to animals but hates insects. He had set fly paper in his home yesterday morning to trap flies before dozing for a Sunday nap.
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South Cherry Street
George M. Johnston
Johnston
Mr. Johnston
Awakened Man Chased by Frightened Cat Across Yard
Mr Johnston awoke by a terrifying racket in the kitchen area and armed himself. The cat leapt around the house causing chaos as it fled outside, clinging to a sticky tanglefoot paper, and prompting neighbors to come out in alarm before authorities captured the cat and freed it from the adhesive.
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Mr. Johnston
Johnston
Loss of four fingers in railroad ore bin accident
Dad Conley a carpenter at the upper works suffered severe injury while aiding in rail maintenance. A string of cars moved unexpectedly as donkey engine cables pulled cars to the ore bins. He lost four fingers and part of his right hand, was removed to St. Ann's hospital, treated by Drs. Snyier and Rocksvertelten.
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Dad Conley
Theuprer Works
Conley
Mr. Conley
Ms Helper
St. Ann's Hospital
Newis
Drs. Snyier
Rocksvertelten
Courtroom clocks lag as trial resumes in district court
In district court this morning Judge Napton opened proceedings after a slow moving clock. The case RE B White vs A O Hy Association continued on its fourth day with deputy clerks correcting a left handed oath for RE Littler and the trial adjourned until 1 30 this afternoon. The appeal Smith vs Delaray was scheduled for September 30.
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Abowt
Si Welock
Napton
Cours
RE. B. White
A. O. Hy
Tal
RE. E. Littler
McGunnese
Touk
Smith Vs. Delaray
Local Briefs Highlight City Visitors and Mining Interest
Mrs A Tuttle and Mrs H W Stephens visited Burty today, with City Attorney J RB Borman and John T Twohy also calling. Helena resident Miss Ernie Dis Jardens visits her brother Carmile Des Jundens. several locals connected with mining at Copper Camp in Moose Lake region arrive, while W C Movgien departs for Moose Lake area. Joseph Daruch, 25, a clerk, dies at St Ann's from typhoid pneumonia. funeral plans in Belch Belt area and Lewis Clark county records transfer under Levi Davis supervision at Ehret's undertaking rooms.
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Maxwell
Offirey Lodge
Chas. Aspling
Maxwwell
Punishments for British and European Officers
London Telegraph reports minor penalties used in armies abroad. It cites a French lieutenant receiving thirty days arrest for failing to salute Dreyfus, notes such punishments rare in Britain, and lists actions like restricted leave, dining at mess, or wearing uniform limits. It also mentions curbing wine allowances on ships and a black mark in annual confidential reports as a more serious consequence.
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London
Dreyfus
United States of America
Wich
Sandhurst
Soldier and bees in Balaclava fort ruin tale
A trooper of the 17th Lancers saw a large stash of honey beneath a wall of death at Balaclava. The soldier found a nest under a bowlder and the young bees sought the honey. The badge indicates the trooper’s regiment links to the Light Brigade.
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Soldiey
Balaclava
17Th Lancers
Immortal Light Brigade
Petrified man exhibition and social notes in Livingston
In Livingston on Sept 23 1899 the petrified man drew hundreds for a 26 cent viewing in the Miles block rear. Dr. Cogswell pronounced it genuine. Events include a Carrs social, Rocky Mountain club plans two monthly entertainments, Kate LaBarre's performance, a surprise 20th birthday party for Harry Elliott, a Fridley wedding in Katto, Montana volunteers arrival, and a Jervis hotel lease. Mayor Smith named delegates to Missoula congress.
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Livingston
Miles Block
Cogswell
E. C. Culver
Rocky Mountain Club
Twins of Fort Scott Sail to Philippines
Sam and Bill McWilliams, twin sons of a Fort Scott man, enlisted after not seeing combat in the war. They quit the volunteers, joined the regulars, and have now gone to the Philippines.
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Kansas City
Sam
Bill” McWilliams
Fort Scott
Chickamauga
Philippines
The Low Yoke Effect in Autumn Dress Styles
A fashion note details the low yoke as a key autumn look after summer success. It describes a black satin bodice with a yoke, insertion bands or a ruffle, and a fitted waist with a bias belt. The design features ecru lace, bright silk linings, a striped silk collar, and pointed sleeves with silk piping.
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Ita
Tvith
Ecru
The First Autumn Hats Arrive in Millinery Showrooms
The autumn hat season opens with new styles in brown and gray felts. Prices are expected to drop after initial stock costs are recouped. Turbans and high front trims attract attention with silk, felt, and floral embellishments. Helens Grey-Page reports on colors, trims, and notable designs.
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Helen Grey-Page
Dr Huie Pock Offers Root and Herb Cure in Butte
The advertisement claims Dr Huie Pock at 227 South Main Street offers a pure root and herb treatment with permanent cures for chronic diseases and private ailments. It emphasizes women’s diseases have been studied for years and successfully treated.
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Huie Pock
S. Main St
Butte
Merriman and fee agency list from Butte Montana
A fragment mentions H. Merriman A. G. A. at Butte Montana and CHAS 8. FEE G. P. and T. A. at St. Paul Minnesota. The terse lines suggest a roster or directory snippet with names and locations.
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We Mont
Chas
FEE, G. P
T. A
St. Paul, Minn
Trains Reach Butte From East And West
Trains arrive at Butte from the east and west with schedule details listing WO 7 1505 moe as a service reference.
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Butte
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Inter Mountain Bulletins
Standard Drag Co
Standard Drug Co
Ata East
NRL
Livingston News
Wm. Carr
C Street
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Messrs
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McCue
Campbell
McCaw
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O'Brien
Aly
Swindlehurst
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Wallace Carr
Hefferlin Opera House
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Portland
Ore
Miss LaBarre
Elliott
Harry
A. W. T. Anderson
Fridley
Cokato
Minn
Mathilda Lettergreen
Mal Jon
Daniels
Domino
Florence Ballinger
J. N. Manson
Missoula
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Cinnabay
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Jardine
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C. W. Hefferlin
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Smith
George J. Allen
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Rocky Mountain
Indianapolly Journal
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St. Mary’s Academy
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South Main Street
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Sonic Temple
Silver Bow Lodge
A. F
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Dan Yancey
Co. M. Whitney
S. Montana Street
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Phil Daniels
Kansas City St. Louis
Mapa
H. C. Townsend
St. Louis, Mo
H. BH
Kosser, G.F
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Halt Lake
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