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Newspaper
Dillon Examiner
Location
Dillon, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1905
Page
1
Governor Toole delivers his biennial message to the ninth legislature, reiterating support for measures on judicial reform, prison costs, direct democracy, state supervision of fraternal benefit societies, and a railroad commission, while urging practical changes to coal mine inspector qualifications.
Mrs. Katheryne Rife Williams died in San Diego California after a valvular heart illness. She was born October 30 1879 in Beaverhead County and lived most of her life in Dillon with husband A G Williams and their son Bernard. Funeral services are set for Friday at 2 PM from the U S Rife residence conducted by Rev. Dr. Martin.
Beaverhead County Farmers Institute to meet in Dillon courthouse January 13 and 14. Program includes topics on sheep raising cattle feeding vegetable gardening and range conditions with speakers from Bozeman and local stockmen. Business meeting planned and invites all interested farmers and stockmen to attend.
James McLoughlin, a prominent city youth, was arrested last Friday on a complaint by Ulah Shell, a sixteen year old girl, alleging an assault. He pleaded not guilty at arraignment, venue was moved, and witnesses testified including Dr. Walker who found the girl incensed and traces of semen. Shell testified of a dance, supper with Harry Bond, and an alleged assault near a saloon. defense suggests consent. Bond was with Shell earlier. bond for McLoughlin set at $600.
Charles McGough and Pat Sweeney faced petit larceny charges after last week’s theft of a Christmas turkey and six chickens from J. B. McLaren. In Judge Rich’s court, McGough received six months in county jail and a $500 fine with an additional 14 months if unpaid, while Sweeney was fined $10. The Night Policeman Swainbank testified to strong evidence, and an appeal bond of $1,000 was set if McGough pursues an appeal.
Special services last Wednesday evening and Thursday morning showcased the new pipe organ installed by Marshall Bennett in Dillon. Prof Matlock of St James in Butte gave two recitals to praise the instrument, which patrons found excellent. Matlock plans another Dillon visit soon. The program featured Bach Guilmant Wagner Mendelssohn and Welby pieces including Tocatta et Fugue and Grand Offertoire.
In Lima last Monday morning Ching Ling a Chinese restaurant owner in his ten plus year city residence was found murdered in a rear shed. A brutal beating with iron bars and a robbed box point to multiple attackers. Coroner and sheriff opened an inquest with a verdict of murder by unknown parties as investigators examine a train-bound trail to Pocatel lo and nearby Lima suspects.
The opening of 1905 was celebrated with widespread social rounds as more than fifty gentlemen and several hostesses hosted visiting groups in eight homes. Notable parties included pioneers Mesere, Lovell, Graeter, and Bishop tracing back forty two years, and Crowell with Huber who have met for twenty four years. The Theta club at George Conway house wore red decor and served punch and confections, while other gatherings featured punch bowls, cut flowers, and souvenirs of buntteader soles.
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