Inquest Over Unknown Man Killed Between Armstead and Daly’s Spur
An unknown man, likely a trespasser, was killed by an early southbound train between Armstead and Daly's Spur. The coroner's jury found no fault by the railroad. The body was brought to Dillon and interred. tattoos and a memorandum with names may help identification.
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Armstead
Daly's Spur
Dillon
Brundage
Daly’s’ Spur
James Mullens
North Main Street
Butte
Robert Thompson
George Logan
Register Place
Edinburgh
Scotland
Lima
Carl Amos
Martin Sarver
Doc McNeal
James J. Clarke
North State Street
Chicago
Joe Grosse
L. S. Ford
C. A. Brigham
Joe Stroud
John L. Gelhaus
H. H. Bates
J. E. McIntosh
Alf Decker
Butte Intermountain
Light Left On Burdens Homeowners and Stockholders
A Dillon man recalls a neighbor warning of a cellar light burning all night and for over a week. Investigators confirm the light, a switch-lit convenience, remains on past many reminders. The piece urges installing a buzzer to prevent forgotten cellar lamps and save energy for electric utilities.
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Dillon
The Wall Buzzer Keeps Alert In The Dark
A brief description explains a small wall buzzer that continues buzzing while cellar lamps stay lit and stops when lights are out. It costs only a few cents and is simple to attach to electric wiring, ensuring even absent minded people remember it.
Mrs Carlson of Dillon Dies in Idaho Falls
The remains of Mrs. Fred Carlson of Medicine Lodge were brought to Dillon from Idaho Falls where she died December 4 at her brother John Mattson's home. Funeral services were held at the Episcopal church. interment at Mountain View cemetery. She was 32, born in Sweden, married March 28 1911 in Dillon. Her first child, a son, was born at her brother's home about three weeks ago and is doing well. Mr Carlson mourns with many friends.
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Fred Carlson
Medicine Lodge
Dillon
Idaho Falls
John Mattson
Episcopal Church
W. S. Watson
Mountain View Cemetery
Carlson
Sweden
Mr. Carlson
Parcels Post Maps Show Zonal Postal Charges
The Tribune reported 62000 parcels post maps prepared and being mailed. Each post office will be center of nine mail zones with charges rising with zone width. One map for postmasters use and another for public consultation.
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the Tribune
Dillon
Burfeind Hall Reopens After Overhaul And Flooring
Painters and carpenters finished overhauling Burfeind Hall. A new hardwood floor has been installed. The hall will be rented for balls and parties, indicating it is now in prime condition for social events.
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Burfeind Hall
Biggest rifle shoot set in Stahl addition this December
One of the county's largest rifle shoots will be held in the Stahl addition near the Louis Stahl home on Monday December 23. Eph Stoller will conduct the event with a 100 yard big rifle range, 4 inch bull's eye, and a 60 foot pistol feature. Prizes include beef and many turkeys ducks and chickens with free transport to the grounds and hot lunch served.
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Stahl Addition
Louis Stahl
Eph Stoller
Butte
Anaconda
Montana
Shipping Gifts by Express Advice for Christmas
H Hallstrom agent for American Express urges early shipping of Christmas gifts with free Do Not Open Until Christmas labels. Pack fragile items in wooden boxes with excelsior and clear Glass markings, ensure accurate addresses, and forward valuables via express money order in sealed packages to avoid delays and ensure prompt delivery.
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Express Money Order Department
Hallstrom
Throw Your Bottle Away and the Atlantic Bottle
A long submerged bottle from 1889 is found in the Atlantic, containing a yellowed note dated October 16, 1889. The piece discusses alcohol, trials in Dillon, Owen Esterday and Fitzpatrick, a burglary verdict, and advice to discard whiskey bottles rather than drink.
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Atlantic
Owen Esterday
Dillon
Fitzpatrick
Esterday
Montana
Post Office Prepares for Parcels Post Expansion
Postmasters may hire extra clerks and carriers as needed for parcels post. After two weeks, reports go to the postmaster general to assess permanent staffing, with Congress asked for further appropriations. The department buys scales, sacks, tags, maps, stamps and other supplies totaling about $167,000.
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Congress
Post Office Department
Parcels Post
Great Women to Receive
New York reports preparations for a victory reception and breakfast to honor Mrs. Woodrow Wilson and the Misses Wilson on Saturday December 21 hosted by the Woman's Democratic club. Guests of honor include Mrs. Grover Cleveland Mrs. Adlai Stevenson Mrs. John A. Dix Mrs. William Sulzer Mrs. Judson Harmon of Ohio Mrs. Eugene A. Foss of Massachusetts Mrs. William J. Bryan Mrs. Champ Clark Mrs. Oscar Underwood Mrs. William J. Gaynor and Mrs. Thomas F. Ryan.
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New York
Woman's Democratic Club
Woodrow Wilson
William J. Bryan
Champ Clark
Oscar Underwood
William J. Gaynor
Thomas F. Ryan
Six Certificate Recipients Named In Dillon Teacher Exam
The Dillon teacher examination held on November 29 and 30 produced six certificates. Rosalind Canniff Lillian McIntyre Hattie Johnson Pearl Jones Margaret Lyon and Harriet Schrader received certificates. A higher than usual share of applicants failed to pass.
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Dillon
Rosalind Canniff
Lillian McIntyre
Hattie Johnson
Pearl Jones
Margaret Lyon
Harriet Schrader
Smith-Walker Wedding at Bedrock Home
A home wedding was held Tuesday evening at the bride’s parents’ residence in Bedrock as C. Earl Smith wed Miss Clara E. Walker. The ceremony was performed by Dr. QO. Jones-Roberts of the First Presbyterian Church. The couple plans to travel to their former home in North Dakota after a short visit.
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Salmon
North Dakota
H. A. Walker
Morse Leaves Dillon for Chicago to Join Bull Moose
J. E. Morse departed Dillon on Saturday for Chicago and aims to join the Bull Moose party before the election. Friends report he plans to stay several weeks in Chicago where talks to organize for the future are under way with Mrs. Morse already there visiting friends.
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J. E. Morse
Dillon
Chicago
Windy City
Robbers get prison terms in Deer Lodge after Dilkon Beaverhead case
Jack Wilson received 380 years and William Fitzpatrick 2 years in prison and were moved to Deer Lodge yesterday morning. The source hints that other robbers and burglars seeking similar payoffs could face tough sentences if they “vet” their work, with mentions of Dilkon and Beaverhead.
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Jack Wilson
William Fitzpatrick
Deer Lodge
Dilkon
Beaverhead
Charley Martin Benefit Draws Crowd for Local Charity
The benefit ball for Charley Martin drew a large crowd Wednesday night and raised between 200 and 3800 dollars for Mr. Martin. The event reflects well on the community and the organizing committee.
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Charley Martin
Mr. Martin
Mrs J M Nye Spends Week in Dillon
Mrs J M Nye of Centennial valley spent part of this week in Dillon for reasons not specified in the report.
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J. M. Nye
Centennial Valley
Dillon
Shawl Theft Leads to Jail Time in Dillon
A large man known for industry was found in possession of a heavy white scarf and charged with petit larceny after a dispute over its origin. He claimed it was given by Joe Burke in a drunken stupor, Burke denied involvement, and the man received five days in jail plus a reprimand. Burke left town on the first southbound train and was not seen again at Dillon. The case highlights reliance on reputation and swift police action.
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A. A. Kenis
Joe Burke
Burke
Charley Sassman
Dillon
Southland
Owen Spencer Arrives From Big Hole Basin
Local report notes Owen Spencer has come from the Big Hole basin, with no additional context or details provided.
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Owen Spencer
Big Hole Basin
Jury Unable To Reach Verdict In Cohn Case
The State v The Cohn jury failed to agree after over 48 hours and was discharged for a new trial. The case involved alleged stock theft and misrepresentation over undelivered horses and a checked payment. A hotel dispute between Cohn and State Stock Inspector Collins preceded the verdict drift and no formal argument was offered. Also the State v Jay Brown went to the jury over first degree assault tied to a road wire cut dispute in Big Sheep Creek basin.
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Cohn
Butte
Anaconda
H. G. Rodgers
Jack Collins
Collins
Jay Brown
Brown
H. HN
Andrus
Big Sheep Creek
Monaghan Chosen for Four More Years as Court Stenographer
Judge W A Clark reappoints T J A Monaghan to four additional years as district stenographer. Monaghan has served under four judges for many years, totaling nearly a quarter century. His long tenure is cited as proof of fidelity competence and reliability in the stenographic role.
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T. J. A. Monaghan
Monaghan
W. A. Clark
Showers
Parker
Callaway
Will Orem of Butte Visits Dillon as Witness
Will Orem of Butte appeared this week as a witness in Dillon. He left Dillon a decade or so ago and has served as a deputy mine inspector for eight years. His father, J. C. Orem, was the village blacksmith of Dillon, famed for large sinewy hands and skilled work. The family is remembered by many friends, and local Dillon land and adjoining property once held by J. C. Orem now values highly, worth a small fortune. Will Orem shares strong Dillon ties and many local friends.
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Will Orem
Butte
Dillon
J. C. Orem
Oir
Senator Works Attacks Roosevelt Taft Backed by Financiers
Senator Works denounces Roosevelt and Taft as aided by privilege seeking millionaires and Harriman funds. He cites government suits against Harriman companies and says both Roosevelt and Taft should be ineligible for a second term, while noting Roosevelt’s belief in acting for the public interest.
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Senator Works
Roosevelt
Taft
Harriman
Mr. Taft
Mr. Roosevelt
Bull Moose Rejuvenation At Chicago Progressives Meet
A national Progressive conference met in Chicago with Roosevelt and about 150 Progressives aboard the Bull Moose Special. The event featured discussions on uniting the Progressives with Republicans, Perkins defending his role, and Jane Addams among speakers. Leaders urged party reorganization and future strength amid varied reactions.
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Progressive Party
Chicago
Mr. Roosevelt
Progress
Ives
Oscar 5. Straus
Frank A. Munsey
New York
Munsey
Washinon City
Roosevelt
Jane Addams
Alfred L. Baker
National Committee
Jane Addams Hall House
George W. Perkins
Messrs
Perkins
Idaho
National Executive Committee
Hazelbaker Visits Missoula After State Race
Frank Hazelbaker of Dillon who ran for secretary of state on the Republican ticket and lost was in Missoula, greeting press men with his familiar Hazelbaker smile. He has acted as secretary of state Republican conventions for six years and said he was returning home from the west to see a good town. Missoula Sentinel of the 7th.
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Frank Hazelbaker
Dillon
Missoula
Hazelbaker
Disappearance of Ida Devenhouse Shocks Twin Bridges
Ida Devenhouse, about 26, vanished from the Stark hotel in Twin Bridges last Tuesday after starting work at dawn. The Beaverhead river search found no trace. she left belongings behind and did not claim back wages. Originating from Butte, she had been in town 13 months, and the case has stirred local concern.
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Twin Bridges
Madison County Monitor
Ida Devenhouse
Stark Hotel
Beaverhead
Butte
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Express
H. Hallstrom
American Express Co
Circuit Court Proceedings
Clark
Pioneer's Son
Dixon
Jennie Adams
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