Oat Thieves Caught After Long Chase
Three men attempted to steal a wagon load of oats from George Banks. After a lengthy pursuit aided by James Kirkpatrick and the Sappington boy, two of the thieves were captured near the river while a third fled.
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Newspaper
Dillon Tribune
Location
Dillon, Montana, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1902
Page
4
Three men attempted to steal a wagon load of oats from George Banks. After a lengthy pursuit aided by James Kirkpatrick and the Sappington boy, two of the thieves were captured near the river while a third fled.
John Baker Roy Campbell of Hogan alley gang were arrested after oats and nine chickens were stolen. They pleaded not guilty blaming John Mack. Jury found them guilty. each fined $500 or 250 days in jail. They could not pay and were sent to county jail pending appeal or payment.
Cass Patrick, formerly a city police reserve officer who was dismissed, is the subject of a Wednesday warrant for disturbing the peace. In an intoxicated state he allegedly caused a uproar in Chinatown by kicking doors and striking windows at a house run by a Chinese man known as Chicken after being refused smoke hops. Patrick had not been arrested by Thursday morning.
J T Young claims Herb Selway owes him cigars for a failed four day duck hunting trip at Selway ranch. He says ducks were promised in abundance but he and his companion saw only two ducks and spent day hunting with water filled boots and a bad cold. He follows his girl’s remedies for the cold.
The county board adjourned last Saturday evening after approving more bills and renting the county farm. J F Jenkins won the bid for the county farm and will rent it for care of the county poor at 95 cents per day and 1000 dollars rent. George French was named purchasing agent for courthouse supplies.
Many soldiers in the last war wrote that Bucklen's Arnica Salve is the best for scratches bruises cuts wounds corns sore feet and buff joints as well as burns scalds boils ulcers skin eruptions and piles. It cures or no pay. Only 250 at City Drug Store.
Havre notes the Cree Indian smallpox epidemic is waning. The camp will be fumigated and all Indians will receive new outfits. The county estimates the total cost of caring for the Crees and running the camp at $6000.
Helena High School boys defeated Missoula University boys in a brilliant game Saturday afternoon to capture the state championship.
Acker's English Remedy advertised for coughs colds or croup promises immediate relief or a refund of 25 ots and 50 ota. Central Pharmacy promotes the product with a money back guarantee.
The town’s windows showcase festive goods from R F Tattersall’s second hand store on Idaho street to Albert Stamm’s Bannack street jewelry shop and the Tribune Store’s rural wood and leather items. Local grocers and meat markets report a revival in trade as shoppers flock to seasonal displays and gifts.
A Moravian Falls Patriot letter mocks the Democratic Party with a satirical critique. It accuses the party of empty phrases and failed support while praising Republican leadership for progress, citing civil war origins and historical tariffs as evidence.
Low price Chicago typewriter for sale by Tribune Pub Co Dillon. See it today.
Tribune Store News reports new burnt wood novelties such as leather frames banners and pen wipers plus updated stock including Webster's Unabridged Dictionary White House Cook Book and gift books. The store offers installment plans and cash discounts with a wide range of cards baskets paper mounts and photographic supplies. In Butte Silver Bow Democrats allege irregularities in the November 4 election recount petitions seek recount of all ballots.
William M. Reed buys Coleman O. Barnett interest in Barnett & Reed property and dissolves the partnership by mutual consent. Dated December 4, 1902, Dillon Montana. A. D. Barnett and W. M. Reed sign the dissolution.
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