Phillips Convicted in Forgery Case and Sentenced
John Albert Phillips was found guilty of forgery and handed a ten year sentence at hard labor by Judge Parker. The 19 year old, with a prior burglary conviction, passed a bogus check in July that led to his arrest after payment by Frank B. Williamen of the Kentucky saloon. The defense argued diminished responsibility due to cigarette and liquor addiction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Albert Phillips
Parker
Young Phillips
Tash & Lenkersdorfer
Grasshopper
Will Link
Frank B. Williamen
Kentucky
Archie Main
Medlon
Dru
Kingsbury
Bond
W. T. Anderson Acquitted in Local Case
The jury found W. T. Anderson not guilty and discharged him with bondsmen exonerated. A heifer awarded in a justice court dispute last summer had a second brand. Anderson has explained its presence. He returned home Thursday afternoon with his wife.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. T. Anderson
Anderson
Big Hole Basin
Dewey
Mr. Anderson
Dan Nicholls Sentenced to Ten Years in Prison
Dan Nicholls appeared before Judge Parker on Friday and was convicted of two counts of grand larceny. He received five years on each charge, with Sheriff Gist taking him to the penitentiary that afternoon. His health concerns and Beaverhead friends raising hopes for a possible pardon if confinement weakens him.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dan Nicholls
Parker
Gist
Nicholls
Beaverhead
Shriners to Meet in Helena for Novices Ceremony
The Mystic Shriners will gather in Helena a week from next Thursday where about 75 novices will be given a chance to cross the desert sands to the oasis at Helena.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mystic
Helena
Fatal Acetylene Gas Explosion at House
An explosion of acetylene gas at a house Friday near Cu resulted in the entire debris and several injuries. Details remain unclear as investigators examine the scene and interview witnesses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
I House
Murphy Granted 42 Month Dillon Job After Guilty Plea
John Murphy, linked to a rolling theft during a drunken August spree, pleaded guilty to grand larceny. Judge Parker sentenced him to three years and six months hard labor, noting intoxication and lack of memory but accepting the plea and giving leniency for the county.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Murphy
Dillon
Parker
Murphy
Hts
Photographs of Rural Schools for World’s Fair Exhibit
State Superintendent Welch circulates guidance from the sub committee on educational exhibits for the World’s Fair. Rural schools should display photographs of school houses and grounds interior views with pupils and blackboard work. Drawings by pupils on history physiology geography and nature work are to be mounted on seven by nine inch cards. Teachers report required drawing paper needs to county superintendents for forwarding to the department of public instruction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Welch
Department of Public Instruction
Montana Health Board on Typhoid Flynn and Fly Routes
The Montana Health Bulletin reports typhoid spread linked to flies more than water in parts of the state. Investigations show flies carry germs from decaying matter to humans, with a notable epidemic where no other source existed. Emphasis on removing fly habitats around homes and cleaning stables to curb breeding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Montana Health Bulletin
State Board of Health
Montana
Man
Pleasant Reception at Estes Ranch Thanksgiving Night
A large Beav erhead valley gathering at the Estes ranch near Ryan canyon welcomed nephew William Dingley and his bride back to the valley. Guests over 70 enjoyed a social reception and long dance, with a lavish supper served by Mrs Estes and helpers featuring poultry, cakes, preserves, ice cream and coffee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beaverhead Valley
Estes Ranch
Dingley
Idaho
Estes
Exciting Wolf Chase on Big Sheep Ridge
Harry Andrus from Big Sheep basin and William Rosenbaum chased a pack of fifteen hungry grey wolves on high ridges between Big and Little Sheep. Armed with a Lee rifle, Andrus fired from a quarter mile, bringing down the smallest wolf whose hide measured nearly seven feet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry Andrus
Big Sheep Basin
Examiner
William Rosenbaum
Mr. Andrus
Wolf Pack Threatens Cattle On Montana Range
Mr Andrus reports a bold wolf pack near Dillon that has killed multiple full grown cows. He says several animals in the group are monsters, with some wolves weighing 200 pounds or more. The description notes a vengeful hunting pattern by the wolves.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Andrus
Dillon
Andrus
Grayling Social Roundup Includes Skating Party and Ball
Special correspondence reports a skating party at Wild Rose Ranch with guests Julia McMenamy Mamie McMenamy Mary Brady Edith Decker Edith Nelson Mrs Lavery and others. Bedrock hosted a ball praised as a season highlight with Grayling attendees. Mary Brady and Mrs Lavery visited Redrock. weather has been favorable for local outings.
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Mesara
Scott
Saddler
Wild Rose Ranch
Julia McMenamy
Mamie McMenamy
Mary Brady
Miss Mott
Edith Decker
Edith Nelson
Mre
Sarah Lavery
Messrs
McMenamy
Jengen
Archie Henneberry
Master Park
Bedrock
Grayling
Court Term Dates Set for Fifth Judicial District Montana
Order fixes regular district court terms for 1903 in Jefferson Beaverhead and Madison counties. Jefferson begins first Monday in January April July October. Beaverhead on third Monday in February May August November. Madison on second Monday in March June September December. Done at Boulder December 4 1902.
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District Court
Fifth Judicial District
Beaverhead County
Madison County
Boulder
Jefferson County
Montana
Notice to Creditors in Beaverhead Montana Estate
In the District Court of the Fifth Judicial District Montana Beaverhead County an administrator notifies creditors and all with claims against the estate of Jno G Bradwell deceased to file with vouchers within four months after first publication at Argenta Montana. Dated Nov 9 1903 Wm Bradwell Administrator estate of J G Bradwell deceased First publication Nov 11 1903.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
District Court
Fifth Judicial District
State of
Montana
Beaverlead
Esatte
Jno
G. Bradwell
Argenta
Beaverhead
Wm. Bradwell
Jne G. Bradwell
Annual Thanksgiving Dance Pleases Dillon Public
The Ban nack Tribe of Redmen staged the annual Thankegiving dance on Wednesday night. A large crowd attended with good music and active committees ensuring everyone enjoyed the evening. The event was successful financially and socially, showing the Redmen’s popularity in Dillon’s dance scene.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bannack Tribe of
Redmen
Dillon
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Wm T. Anderson
Shriners
John
Conley & McTague
Montana Health Board
Sheep Creek
Greyling
Grayling Station
Canyon
Redrock
Lowney
Jasper
Jasper Nelson
G, T, Paul
M. E. T. Broeck
Edwin Norris
Ced Dillon
W. V. Kingsbury
Metlen
H. A. Bond, M. D
James L. Jones
Washington and Bannack Streets
Dillon, Montana
A. S. Beardsley
N. G
Cc. W. Scott
Atlan
Teuu
A. O. Gruwett
C. C. Cc
L. F. Graves
Wm. Roe
A. L. Stone
State Bank of Dillon
United States
Europe
F.L. Graves
Wm. Rez
Martin Barret
Jos. Shineberger
A. PF. Grarter
B. F. White
J.H. Gilbert
First National Bank
Maurice A. Walker, M. D
Mellon Building
U. S
Casnowe
U.S. Patent Office
Washington
D.C
Upper Montana St
Salt Lake Port
Dillon Lumber Co
J. B. Lckinney, ‘Menager
Milwaukee
F.B. Williams
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