Hayes Pleads Guilty in Prison Killing Case
William Hayes, second convict who attacked prison officials and killed Deputy Warden John A. Robinson, is found guilty of first degree murder and the jury recommends the death penalty. C B Young pleads guilty and receives life imprisonment. Oram Stevens’ trial for Robinson's murder begins at Deer Lodge.
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Deer Lodge
William Hayes
John A. Robinson
C. B. Young
Robinson
Oram Stevens
Deuuty
John W. Robinson
Foley's Honey and Tar Promises Quick Cough Relief
Colds that linger in spring deplete the system and exhaust nerves, risking illness. Foley's Honey and Tar is advertised to quickly stop the cough and expel the cold, described as safe and certain in results by Smarty Drug Store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foley
Smarty Druc
Old-Timer Henry Meier known as Dutch Harry found dead near Missoula
The body of Henry Meier known as Dutch Harry was found on a Missoula river sandbar about half a mile from the city. Police think he wandered into the river after leaving his lodging Thursday night. Born in Bremen Germany about 71 years ago, he came to Montana in 1862 and became a noted western pioneer figure.
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Missoula
Henry Meier
Harry
Montana
Bremehaven
Germany
Territory
Dr King’s New Life Pills Offered With Gold Value Claim
Cedar View merchant B G Stewart tells customers that a box of Dr King’s New Life Pills delivers gold weight value for relief from constipation malaria or biliousness. Sold under guarantee at Pott’s drug store priced 25 cents. 1-m
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B.G. Stewart
Cedar View
Miss
Dr. King
Pott’s
Proclamation Designates June 15 as Flag Day
Acting Governor Miles issues a Montana proclamation designating June 15 as Flag Day and urges citizens to observe the holiday across the state.
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Helena
Miles
Montana
Foley's Honey and Tar Publicized for Cough Relief
An advertisement warns of serious illness from coughs and colds, noting pneumonia and consumption can start from a cold. It promotes Foley's Honey and Tar as a cure for obstinate coughs and urges consumers to refuse substitutes from Sm City Drug Store.
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Foley
Sm. City Druc Store
Four Feet of May Snow Record in Miles City
Miles City records four feet of snow in the latter part of May marking an extraordinary late season storm event. Residents report heavy drifts and significant snowfall totals for the month as conditions impact travel and daily activities.
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Miles City
Snowstorm Hits Montana Towns With Heavy Snowfall
Ekalaka reports nearly four feet of snow in a multi day storm while Miles City records 22 inches. Thunder and lightning accompany the storm, an unusual sight during snowfall. A separate notice promotes Foley's Urino Laxative for chronic constipation and digestive aid.
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Custer County
Ekalaka
Here
Miles City
Seismic disturbances shake Helena region near Austin
A letter from Z E D Lafleur reports ten days of almost daily earthquake shocks near Helena, sixteen miles east of Austin, with some events lasting ten to twelve hours and several being quite violent.
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Helena
Austin
Z. E. D. Lafleur
Bucklen’s Arnica Salve Saints Pott’s Drug Cure Piles
Tracy California resident Charles F Budahn recalls that buying Bucklen’s Arnica Salve changed his life as two 25 cent boxes cured long standing itching piles. He praises the product and notes it is sold under guarantee at Pott’s drug store.
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Bucklen
Charles F. Budahn
Tracy
California
Pott’s
Judge Hears Bliss versus Anaconda Case Over Master’s Report
Judge Hunt opened arguments in Helena on May 26 in the Bliss versus Anaconda Copper Mining Company case challenging the adoption of the master's report. Forty three volumes of testimony and numerous exhibits are in evidence as the hearing progresses.
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Helena
Foley's Kidney Remedy Promises Kidney Health
The advertisement claims the kidneys strain impurities from blood and Foley's Kidney Remedy will make them healthy. It urges immediate use and cites City Drug Store as a source.
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Foley
Artful swindler Kern lures victims with lavish future
Reports describe Kern using an alluring appeal to wealth and luxury to trap numerous women. Police attention grows as many fall for the rosy promises and grand prospects he paints for a luxurious life.
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Porte Pato
Kern
Dr. King's New Discovery Praised by Local Store Owner
Omega Ohio businessman Mr E Humphrey and president of Adams County Telephone Co and Home Telephone Co in Pike County endorses Dr King s New Discovery saying it saved his life by reaching the cough and healing throat lungs and chest. Sold at Pott s drug store 50c and 1 00 with trial bottle free.
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E. Humphrey
Omega, O
Adams County Telephone Co
The
Home Telephone Co
Pike County
Dr. King
Pott’s
Ten Delegates Will Go to National Roads Meet
Helena Montanas acting governor Miles appointed ten delegates to attend the national good roads convention in Buffalo New York on July 7. The list includes C M Blair Billings Fletcher Maddox C F Morris Pony William Wallace M S Largey M L Hewett J Seaman H H McLeod J D Waite and Nelson Story Jr Bozeman.
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Helena
Montana
Buffalo
N. Y
Miles
C. M. Blair
Billings
Fletcher Maddox
Great Falls
C F
Morris
Pony
William Wallace
M. S. Largey
Butte
M. L. Hewett
Basin
J. Seaman
Livingston
H. H. McLeod
Missoula
Forsythe Man Dies in Blizzard While Traveling to Camp
Peter Lofhof of Forsythe Montana perished in the blizzard last Wednesday. His body was brought to Forsythe today after being found by his uncle during a failed attempt to reach a lambing camp from Rancher.
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Forsythe
Mont
Peter Lofhof
Lofhof
Greatly Reduced Rail Rates to Major Cities
June dates and July 10th offer greatly reduced railway rates via O S L over land route to Omaha Kansas City Chicago St Louis and other points. Limit September 30th see Oregon Short Line agents for details. 19-7
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Omaha
Kansas City
Chicago
St. Louis
Oregon Short Line
Pardon Set Free Helena Man Convicted in Chouteau County
The state board approved a pardon for H. E. Isbill, serving time in the penitentiary after a Chouteau county conviction. Acting Governor Miles granted the pardon a few days ago. Isbill will be returned to his father H. L. Isbill in Helena for transport to Madisonville Tennessee.
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Helena
H. E. Isbill
Chouteau County
Miles
H. L. Isbill
Madisonville
Tennessee
Foley's Kidney Remedy Urges Prompt Use for Kidney Disease
A city drug store promotes Foley's Kidney Remedy for kidney disorders warning that delaying treatment may allow Bright's disease or diabetes to take hold. The notice advises taking the remedy at once to avoid complications.
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Foley
Bright
City Druc
Hyomei Inhaling Remedy Promises Quick Reliefs
Readers from Utica Columbus Pleasantville share praise for Hyomei inhaler claiming instant relief from catarrh bronchitis hay fever and asthma. Ads promote the pocket inhaler with a $1 outfit and extra bottles at 50 cents.
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M.A. Drake
Utica
N. Y
Lodwick Edwards
Madison Ave
Columbus
Bertha
Pleasantville
Hayes Convicted of First Degree Murder Sentenced to Hang
William Hayes was convicted of first degree murder for his role in the killing of Head Guard John A. Robinson at the penitentiary and today sentenced to be hanged. Deer Lodge May 26.
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Deer Lodge
William Hayes
John A. Robinson
Easats Teds
Electric Bitters Offered as Remedy for Climate Ailments
The article claims the climate varies with altitude and causes fevers on high elevations and malaria on lower levels. It promotes Electric Bitters as the best remedy for lassitude malaria jaundice biliousness fever ague and general debility, describing them as a universal blood purifier and nervous system tonic. Sold with guarantee at Pott's drug store for 50 cents.
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Pott’s Drug Store
Revenge Threat Sparks Uneasy Exchange
A terse quarrel quoted in Filegende Blatter features a warning about provoking retaliation. The speaker vows a drastic social rebuke by replacing his spouse’s hat, implying peers must follow suit to avoid embarrassment.
Helena Victims Seek Kern the Life Boarder
In Helena on May 25 authorities report Kern the Life Boarder swindled dozens, taking over $16,000 from hard working women and others. He vanished six days ago with the money, leaving most victims facing heavy losses while a few can endure the blow. Apprehension of the suspect remains uncertain.
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Helena
Kern
Not Much to Tell and Early Struggles Echo
A brief exchange recalls hardship with a harsh elder, noting little to tell about early struggles. The speaker reflects that the harder the effort, the more the elder poured on, while the office towel remains starkly blacker than it appears.
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Harper's Weekly
Poetic Fiction Quip Sparks Debate on Consent
A New York Herald quip, remarking that a man’s interpretation of a woman’s refusal as consent, hints at troubling attitudes toward consent. The line suggests a clash with modern views on autonomy and respect in relationships.
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New York Herald
Attachment Sparks Sheriff Bond in New York Era
A clipped dialogue notes a strong attachment between a man and Perks with a line identifying the speaker as the sheriff. The exchange reflects local authority and personal loyalty in a New York setting.
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Perks
New York
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Hughes & McCalebs
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Young
Stevens
Montana State News
Isbill
Hyomei
Ditton
Dillon
Baudier
Cassino
America
St. Louis World's Fair
Dom Pedro
Clovis
Dillon Poultry Farm
Dillon, Mont
Ely
ELY Brothers
Warren St
Pacific Horse Liniwent Ig
Ray
Bontuind
Maurice A. Walker
Metlen
Dillon Hotel Company
West
Oscar
Centennial
MacDougall & Gosman
Lima
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