Acquitted Mrs. Moore in Bannack axe incident case
In Bannack district court Mrs. Robert Moore was found not guilty of the serious case involving her husband on May 24. The defense argued the act against her sleeping husband was justifiable. the jury deliberated about 20 minutes before the verdict.
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Moore
Bannack
Robert Moore
W. A. Clark
Elza Bryan
Ike Rife
J. L. Willard
J. B. Patterson
Harry Martin
Frank Gordon
J. E. Holling
Kaffir Boy Choir Feature Draws Big Chautauqua Crowd
The Kaffir Boy choir, brought from Africa by J. H. Balmer, has excited wide interest for the closing night. They sing native and English songs, cannot speak English, and perform a full evening program with war songs trophies of hunts. Crowds are expected to fill the big brown tent.
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Chautauqua
Kaffir Boy Choir
Chautauqua Committee
America
Africa
J. H. Balmer
Council Rejects Bid for Washington Street Improvements
At a adjourned city council meeting Monday night property owners on Washington street voiced opposition to an $80 per lot price for street improvements. The council rejected the only bid of $30 per lot and will wait until the next regular meeting August 2 to consider anew.
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Washington Street
James Walker
H. J. Bostwith
Candidates file petitions for August primary
The list shows L. C. Ford of Lima Republican for coroner and Alexander L. Williamson of Dell Democrat for sheriff. Others include Ernest Bell Dillon Democrat for coroner B C Crowley Argenta Republican for precinct 16 county committeeman Jane Evans Melrose Republican for county superintendent Charles Martin Dillon Republican for constable Dillon township Bruce Risley Wisdom Democrat for representative Frank Eliel Dillon Republican for representative Carl Mittelmeir Dillon Democrat for county clerk and recorder O A Ruffner Wisdom Republican for county surveyor Lindley Phillips Dillon Democrat for justice of the peace Dillon precinct.
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L. C. Ford
Lima
Alexander L. Williamson
Dell
Ernest William Bell
Dillon
B. C. Crowley
Argenta
Jane Elizabeth Evans
Melrose
Charles Martin
Bruce A. Risley
Wisdom
Frank Eliel
Carl A. Mittelmeir
O. A. Ruffner
Lindley P. Phillips
Sons of St. George Picnic Planned in Dillon
The SOG lodges in Silver Bow county edge toward a Dillon outing on August 12 with two special trains for members and guests. The Beaverhead town will host what committees promise as the largest Butte picnic yet, led by the Montana State band and a welcoming message to all attendees.
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Sons of St. George
Silver Bow County
Dillon
Butte
Beaverhead
Montana
New York Marine Band to Headline Dillon Chautauqua
The Dillon chautauqua will feature New York City's renowned Marine Band touted as the era’s most sought after ensemble. Article links inspirational power of band music to courage and unity in battle, praising music as man’s highest expression and the band as its supreme instrument.
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New York
Chautauqua Tickets Urged Early To Meet Guarantee
The local Chautauqua association must raise a pledged amount this year through season tickets or use its funds. Tickets sold after opening day Thursday August 3 do not count toward the guarantee. Residents and outsiders are advised to buy season tickets early to help guarantors and ensure accommodations for attendees.
Beaverhead County Land Prospects Attract Inquiries
Beaverhead County publicity by the commercial club has drawn numerous inquiries from Montana and other states about vacant land. Letters from Viola Fatzinger Glendive W A Whitney Butte Louise Townsley Toston Thos Riis Winston and Paul Fisher Butte request details on homesteads land near rail access schooling and dairy opportunities.
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Commercial Club
Beaverhead County
Montana
Beavrhead County
W. T. George
Viola A. Fatzinger
Glendive
Mont
W. A. Whitney
Butte
Louise W. Townsley
Toston
Thos. Riis
Winston
Paul Fisher
Dillon Wins Ball Game In Ninth Inning Burst
Dillon defeats Montana's Butte team 13 to 12 in a Sunday game at the fair grounds. Dillon, a hastily organized home team, came from behind in the ninth inning as heavy hitting by Dion Pease and Gosman fueled the rally. Spectators saw lively action every inning and optimism grows for a strong season with local support.
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Dillon
Fair Groundu
Montana
Butte
Dion
Gam
McDermott
Pease
Hanson
Harvey
Gosman
Z . Dillon
Federal aid road bill allocates 10 million for forests roads
Washington July 24 the Federal aid road bill signed July 11 provides 1 million dollars a year for ten years for the Secretary of Agriculture to build and maintain roads and trails within National Forests. Funds support state and county cooperation with limits on timber and forage values.
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Washington
Secretary of Agriculture
Forest Service
Four Storms Hit City With Heavy Rain and Hail
Four strong storms struck within five hours, from 1 20 pm to 6 pm. Hail damaged crops and gardens while rain drenched streets turning them to mud. The hail storms varied in intensity and a later storm brought thunder and lightning as drainage failed.
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Dillon
Chautauqua Tickets Promise Big Attendance This Week
The community reports strong interest as season tickets sell rapidly for the Chautauqua opening Thursday August 3. Organizers note the savings of season passes and urge all local residents to attend the week of entertainment featuring music lectures and varied features.
County Clerk Sets Filing Deadline for August Primaries
The county clerk and recorder urges candidates to complete nominating filings by 5 p m Saturday August 12 to ensure compliance with the law and be on the safe side.
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County Clerk and Recorder
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