Jail Scuffle Ends with Found Revolver Frame and Wooden Key
Sheriff Gosman strips cells for contraband after Dick Anderson vows release soon. A 22 caliber revolver frame and a carved wooden key were found hidden in mattresses. The key could unlock the jail door, likely crafted by J E Burdick, a burglary suspect. Screens will be installed on jail windows to deter escapes. Anderson is kept in a secure cage, watched daily. A separate report notes Matt Barry’s Buick sale trip to Virginia City, near-miss mudhole in 60 mile run. Armstead area plans include electric light plant, water system, railroad depot, and new jail. Virginia City birth: Judith Virginia Foster, born April 13 to Mr. and Mrs. Sidney L. Foster.
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Gosman
Dick Anderson
Idaho Falls
Anderson
J.E. Burdick
Sheriff's Office
Matt Barry
Dillon
Virginia City
Earl
Herbert Wheat
Arthur Conger
Mr. Barry
Sheridan and
Laurin
Rior
Scott & Decker
Pittsburg
Barnett & Bates
Armstead
Beaverhead River
Jack Clay
O. C. Gosman
Clay
Armstead Goes Through Rapid Growth as Electric Plans Loom
The Tripune reports Armstead’s rapid growth with Scott & Decker selling all main street business lots. Workers win a raise to six dollars daily for carpenters while plasterers gain ten dollars. A new three story hotel addition by Scott & Decker will be steam heated and contain 23 rooms.
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Tripune
Armstead
Scott & Decker
Beaverhead Club Works to Benefit City and County
The Beaverhead club with Prof. J. E. Monroe as president and W. F. Cashmore as secretary held a meeting to boost local development. A 22 member commercial committee led by Rep. Frank Eliel will push after opportunities, promote homeseekers, and seek stopover privileges for eastbound round trips. A publicity panel led by Eliel will advertise the region, while efforts continue to file public lands with Helena to enable 320 acre homestead entries, with Senator Dixon pressed for earlier action.
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Beaverhead Club
J. E. Monroe
W. F. Cashmore
Frank Eliel
Eliel
A. L. Stone
George R. Metlen
E. L. Poindexter
E. O. Selway
State Land Office
Helena
E. J. Conger
United States
Dixon
Washington, D. C
Railroad Line Prohibits Wholesale Liquor Nearby
County commissioners vow strict enforcement five miles from railroad camps along the new line. Attorney General Galen said the law bans both wholesale and retail sales near construction zones. Only Jules Guyaz and John Gelhaus may legally sell liquor in Armstead area.
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Norse Prairie
Board of County Commissioners
Taft
Montana
Galen
Armstead
Jules Guyaz
John Gelhaus
Escaped Fugitives Trail Led Through Idaho Wilds
Dick Anderson recounts a perilous escape after fleeing from Sheriff Gosman near Idato Van's. He rode two horses across about 125 miles in 36 hours, stole a cap from a sheepherder, rested 24 hours in a remote cabin, and evaded pursuit before being found.
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Gosman
Dillon
Dick Anderson
Mr. Gosman
Idato Van's
Agdesson
J. Bo Wad
Bedrock
Mellen
Rock River
Wyomit
Anderson
Idaho Falls
Manhunt Endings: Anderson Captured After Bold Escape
Kidnappers pursued by Powell’s posse. two strangers abduct Anderson near a cabin in Idaho. After a chase of 80 miles back to Arco, the suspect was hog‑tied and turned over to Sheriff Gosman. In Dillon he pled guilty, claimed a false name, and remained in jail on $500 bond.
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Idaho
Powell
Powers
Arco
Sheriff Gosman
Dillon
Justice of the Peace
Hirschman
Lima Dar Is Finished and Water Gates Ready
Newell C. Knight of Chicago confirms completion of the Red Rock Reservoir dam near Lima. Gates will drop to fill the reservoir in a few days, with the core wall 40 inches wide and reinforced by steel rails and bars to prevent seepage. The dam stands 50 feet high and is designed stronger than original plans.
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Newell C. Knight
Chicago
Red Rock
Lima
Metten
Tribune
Knight
Grant Kennison
Arrest in Dillon for Rape Case Ties Idaho Pair
Under Sheriff A. W. Neeley of St. Anthony Idaho arrested Harry Clifton and 17 year old Bessie Peterson in a Dillon cabin after arriving Friday with a warrant. Clifton, married in Pocatello, allegedly ran away with the girl weeks ago and lived as husband and wife with her here. The pair were surprised by Dillon police Saturday morning.
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A. W. Neeley
St. Anthony
Idaho
Dillon
Harry Clifton
Clifton
O. E. Peterson
Bessie
Peterson
Stone
Mr. Neeley
Neeley
the Tribune
Pocatello
Armstead
Newicy
The
Tribune
Beaverhead County High School Holds Inaugural Field and Track Meet
Beaverhead County High School hosts its first annual field and track meet tomorrow afternoon on the school grounds beginning about 2 o clock. Winners go to Missoula to represent the county at the state meet. Teams are evenly matched with hopes high and prizes include a silver cup from Albert Stamm and a large pennant from F E Foote Tribune manager.
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Beaverhead County
Missoula
Albert Stamm
F.e.foote
The
Tribune
Tribune Book
Ray Melton
L. Willey
Allerton
Stewart
R. Willey
Streb
Henneberry
Williamson
Woodside
Willard
Scott
Conway
Watson
Willey
Wilcomb
R. . Willey
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Ethel Squires
This City
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J. P. Murray
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Hany Clifton
Hugh Wood
Wood Live Stock Company
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