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The new North-west. [volume] (Deer Lodge, Mont.) 1869-1897, 1896-11-27
ABOUT ALASKA.
Some Interesting Facts Concerning That
Country and Its Laws.

Some Interesting Facts Concerning That
Country and Its Laws.
A recent writer in the Chautauquan
furnishes some interesting facts about
Alaska, from which we quote the follow
ing: The general impression in 1867,
when the United States purchased Alaska
from the Russians, was that we had been
saddled with white elephant, and Sew
ard and Sumner, through whose repre-
sentations the bargain had in large
measure been made, came in for good
round share of the abuse. AS time went
on, however, and its magnificent mineral,
lumber and fishing resources became bet
ter understood, popular prejudice was
gradually overcome. People began to
appreciate the newly acquired territory,
and the only wonder today is that the
government should be so apathetic in it's
administration.
Alaska today has not the dignity of
territory; it is simply a judicial district,
governed by the laws Of Oregon that
were in vogue before 1884, and then, too,
only such laws as are applicable to Alaska,
the applicability being left to the judge
of the district to determine.
Alaska is separated from Oregon by
thousand miles, the natives are different
in every way from those of Oregon. The
Russian-speaking people who chose to
remain in Alaska cannot be compared
with any portion of the population of
Oregon. The whites who came and are
coming are largely from the east. The
more the act is inquired into the more
absurd it becomes as law to govern
American citizens in this detached por-
tion Of the United States.
When the act was going through con-
gress senator, who owned large inter-
est in the TreadweI mines, saw to it that
the general mining laws were extended;
by this means the mining industry has
been encouraged and developed in
wonderful manner.
The general land laws were not ex-
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Are you going to Kansas City9 Then
take the Burlington Route'' via Billings
and save % hours and 30 minutes over
any other route. Il
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Mrs. Nat Collins, the cattle queen, left
for Columbia Falls Wednesday afternoon
where she will make her headquarters
for the winter, says the Choteau Montan-
ian. Mrs. Collins is superintendent OF
the Montana Queen Mining company,and
will this winter give her personal atten-
tion to the further development of the
Montezuma and Reindeer leads. The
company was organized in St. Paul last
year and has done considerable develop
ment work already, with good showing
of ore. In the spring smelter is to be
erected at the mine and the work of ex
tracing the mineral begun.
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Appropriations for building the state
capitol and for the prosecution Of work
on other public institutions will be asked
for as matter OF course. Many plans
for securing warrants to be issued to
build the capitol will be suggested The
arid lands will claim attention There
will be any quantity of smaller bills.
The new North-west. [volume] (Deer Lodge, Mont.) 1869-1897, 1896-11-27

Complete returns from the South Da-
kota election give the Bryan electors a
plurality of 1873. .-.--..
The new North-west. [volume] (Deer Lodge, Mont.) 1869-1897, 1896-11-27

+. Hyde ships wagon load of celery
to Butte or Anaconda every day. The
Missoula celery is famous.-NIesseng
The new North-west. [volume] (Deer Lodge, Mont.) 1869-1897, 1896-11-27

What the People Are Doing and What
the Papers Are Saying All Over the
state-News Items and Passing Gossip
Here and There
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The trial of William Day, for the mur-
der Of Thomas Lee. at Butte last week
resulted in a verdict of murder in the
second degree.
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Eugene Davis, son of J. ]. Davis, /,
highly respected citizen of Billings, has
been arrested for burglary. He is 2
years fage and has heretofore borne az
excellent reputation
The Anaconda standard. [volume] (Anaconda, Mont.) 1889-1970, 1896-02-02
IN BILLINGS.

Billings. Feb. lone of the most
enjoyable social affairs Of the season
was the bal masque given by Sanger
Temple Rathbone Sisters, at the
Grand hotel on Wednesday evening,
when about 200 people were present.
The costumes in most cases were re-
narkably good and many Of them eX-
ceedinCly pretty and the scene, as the
maskers passed around the room in the
grand march, was striking and pictur-
esuue. The dancers unmasked about
10 O'Clock and great was the merri-
ment and in many cases surprise at
the sudden transformation. Professor
Warmers orchestra furnished the eX
cellent music, and as the evening adj
vanced and the dancers entered more
and more into the spirit Of the thing,
the fun waxed fast and furious. 1t
was impossible to obtain a complete
list of those en- masque as the facili-
ties for doing so were poor
Mrs. Becker gave a very enjoyable
progressive hearts party on Wednes-
day afternoon, when she was assisted
in entertaining by Mrs. a. c. Tomp-
kins and Mrs. Hugh Evans. The first
prize Mrs Tompkins won, a pretty
silver pin in the form of two hearts; a
gold locket also in the form of heart
being won by Mrs. A. l.. Babcock, as
second In line.
Delicious refreshments were served
consisting of fried oysters. salad, tea
biscuits, cheese sgraws, olives, ice
cream. cake and coffee The plan for
the selection of partners gave the
guests an opportunity of brushing up
their knowledge of the geography OF
their native land. As there were %
ladies present, the names of the states
were written upon 16 Of the score
cards. the capitals OF these states upon
the other sixteen. the cards CORE
spending indicating the tables at
which the guests were to sit. Those
present were Mcsdames ii. NJ. Allen,
Hancock Rair Boarlman. Burton, y.
q. Carwilc. Chapplc. Child, Clement,
CrcnshaKv. Donovan. Evans. II. X.
Fish. Frizelle. Gallaher. George, Goss.
Harv-oud. Hays. HEREFORD, Inn, Holmes.
Hungerford. Johnston. Paul McCor-
mick. o'ponneU Rowley. Schadd,
smear. Tompkins. Townsend and Will
liSt1n.
q r Lamport entertained the du-
rrtratt whist club on Monday evening,
when Mr.. Rowley and Mr.. Hays. and
Mr. Goss and Mr. Williams were the
winners There were also a number of
ladies present. who spent the evening
very pleasantly playing drive whist,
Mrs. Tompkins and Mrs. O'Donnell
making the same score at this game.
we're forced to cut, Mrs. Tompkins COM
fuu. out victorious, was presented with
a pretty cream ever and sugar bowl
Elaborate refreshments were served
and Tn, ocra sion was much enjoyed by
all
on Saturday afternoon Mrs. Willis
ton entertained her friends very agree
ably al whist She was assisted by a
bow ~ young ladies. Miss May Nc
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DEER LODGE SOCIETY.

Deer Lodge. Feb. Mrs. T. c. Smith
and Miss Emma Smith of West Deer
Lodge, left last Monday for Payette,
Idaho. where they will make their home
in future w3lh Robert Smith.
Miss Katie Kohrs is visiting friends
in Helena this week.
Nathan Smith of Garrison visited his
daughter at Jhe College Of Montana
las, Tuesday.
Mr. and Mrs Thomas Elliott of
Demsey came down last Friday to at
tend the "old-timers' dance given by
some of the citizens of Deer Lodge.
Captain James IL. Mills came over
from Helena las. Saturday evening and
spent Sunday with his family.
\ number OF our citizens went Ia An
aconda 10 attend the funeral of DIR. q.
q. Douglas.
Miss Martha Dolman Of Butte came
down las: Thursday 10 spend few
days in Deer Lodge. and is the guest Of
her friend, Miss Lizzie Hyde.
James IL. King Of philipsburg visited
relatives in Deer Lodge last Tuesday,
leaving The next day for Butte, 10 at
tend to some special business.
Attorney II. W. Rodgers came over
from PhilipsaurE las. week on business
and, after several days in the court
room. he laf, Monday for his home.
Drs Mussighrod and Mitchell were
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of Dr.. G. G Douglas. Mr. Johnston
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IN SOCIAL CIRCLES


- OCIALLY Anaconda has had
the quietest week of the winter.
The several sad events of the
seven days have thrown shad-
ows over CIRCLES that usually
are the brightest. But in city like
Anaconda. where there are so many
societies and circles. some are always
merry.
The West Side Whist society had
pleasant evening at their favorite pas
time at the home of Mr.. and Mrs. ID.
d. Twohy, on Fourth street. In the
tournament the prizes were won by
Mrs. ]. r. Chambers, an atomizer, and
Mrs. f. ]. Crangall of Butte, beauti-
full doyley. J. T. O'Brien won pocket
cigar case and c. J. Healey a silver
ash tray. After refreshments were
served the company enjoyed singing.
music and dancing and had royal
good time.
A masquerade ball was enjoyed at
the Lyceum hall on Thursday evening.
A big crowd attended and the fun
was fast and furious. Many were
present from Butte and had their
share of the fun besides winning sew
eral of the prizes.
Mrs. t. d. Fitzgerald gave a pleas
ant little party to few friends on
Thursday evening in honor of Miss
Thomson of Deer Lodge and Miss Hale
were the amusements of the occasion.
At the residence of Mr.. and Mrs.
Peter Cox a delightful social evening
was spent Friday by a company of
friends, who gathered in honor of their
guest, Miss Devine of Helena. Music
and whist were the entertainments.
after which a delicious lunch was
served
A pleasant party of 80 couples made
a I.VppIIm
Tuesday in honor of Miss Mary Hale
of Butte. They danced and had a jolly
time.
James A. Canty and Miss Kate Col
Inns were married last Wednesday in
Butte. They are travelling in the
East. The ceremony was witnessed
by Mr.. and Mrs. ]. V. Collins, Mr.. and
Mrs. Frank Collins, John A. Canty
and NJ. T. Pierce of this city.
w. c. Graham and Miss Nellie Steb-
bins were married on Wednesday morn
ing at the residence of the brides par
ents. They are now on a wedding tour
of the coat. After Feb. 10 they will be
at home at the corner of Cherry and
Fifth streets.
Mrs. +. j. Crangle of Butte is visit
ing Mrs. Z. ]. Nadeau this week.
Mrs. Harrison of Butte is the guest OF
Mrs. d. d. Twohy.
Miss Nagle Of Butte visited friends in
this city on Friday.
John Mcguire is spending several
days in this city.
Senator +. d Mats and j. r. Toole
of this city returned Thursday from a
two weeks trip to Washington.
Mrs. Frances +. Moore OF Missoula
was the guest of her son. Avery c.
Moore, on Thursday last. Mrs. Moore
Is department president of the w. r. c.
for Montana. and is on a tour of the
state.
Peter Hale came from Butte during
the week.
]. T. Carroll Is IN Salt Lake for a
short trip.
j. A. Dunlap was in Butte last We'd
nesday.
Mrs. ]. II. Owings and daughter of
Deer Lodge are the guests of Mr.. and
Mrs. George Burnham.
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children are comfortably located in
Washington city for the winter w. g.
Conrad is also at the national capital.
Hon. T. T.. Collins reached home this
morning from a visit Of several weeks
in the East. While absent Mr.. Collins
visited Washington city.
The ball given at Myers hall Wednes-
day evening for the benefit of the Black
Eagle band was largely attended, about
one hundred couples being present. The
event was a success socially and finan-
cially.
Mr.. and Mrs. David G.. Browne have
returned TO Benton from Helena, where
they have been visiting friends for sew
eral days. Mrs. Browne is an old friend
of the family of Surveyor General Nc
Nell and spent several months with
them two years ago.
Miss Anna Quigley of Blackfoot City,
Deer Lodge county, is visiting old
friends at Fort Benton.
DIR. and Mrs. w A. Dawson, former
ly of Benton, left England last week for
South Africa, where they will reside in
the future. 1t is a three weeks trip from
London to Cape Town.
The Ladies' Orchestra and Great
Northern band, are making elaborate
arrangements to give a grand concert
and ball at Myers hall on the evening
of Feb. II. The combined membership
of the two organizations exceeds 10
parSODS
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IN BUTTE.

A pleasant and notable event of the
week in Butte was the marriage az hlgn
noon on Wednesday of Miss Kate Col
Inns, sister of Mrs. +. o. Dugan, to
James Canty. The ceremony took place
at st. Patricks church and was per-
formed by Father De Siere. The best
man was Mr.. Pierce of Anaconda and
the bridesmaid was Miss Elizabeth
Sellers of Chicago. The lovely bride
was attired in a handsome light tan
cloth, with brown velvet Louie coat,
and brown velvet butterfly bonnet. The
bridesmaid was charmingly dttred in
wine-cOlored silk, trimmed In pale blue
chiffon, and wore a blue velvet hat.
After the ceremony a wedding break
fast was served az the residence OF Mr..
and Mrs Dugan. The table was beau
tifully decorated. Strings OF smilaN eX-
tended from the chandelier TO the cor
ners OF the table, while In the center of
the table was a magnificent bowl filled
with pink and white carnations. The
guests at the breakfast were Mr. and
Mrs J. V. Collins. Mr.. and Mrs. Frank
Collins of Anaconda, Mr.. and Mrs. John
Gillic, Mr.. and Mrs. Hugh Wilson, u.
J. Hennessy, John Canty, Mr.. and Mrs.
p. A. Largey. Mr.. Pierce. Miss Eliza
beth Sellers, Sellers Largey and Father
De Siepe. The newly married couple
left in the afternoon for Washington,
New York and Canada and will return
IN six weeks.
The Monday afternoon Whist club
met with Mrs. Thomas Lavelle. The
first prize. a dozen punch glasses, was
won by Mrs. J. II. Vivian. The second
prize a hand-paiuted salad bowl, was
won by Mrs. Thompson Campbell.
The V. b. club was entertained Tues
day afternoon by Mrs. #. Z. Horbrook.
The club viii meet on Thursday after
noon next with Mrs. Hand.
Mrs. Busch entertained az whist on
Wednesday afternoon. in honor Of Mrs.
+. T. Mcbride The first prize was won
by Mrs. Thomas Lavelle and the second
by Mrs. HOatson.
Mrs. W. w. Walsworth entertained
few friends al whist on Wednesday
evening, in honor Of Mrs. +. 7. Nc
Bride, who will leave this week for
California. The chief prizes were won
by Mrs. J. II. Vivian and Q. X. Lewis.
and the BOBBY prizes by Mrs. A J.
Darch and Fayette Harrington.
Mrs Frank Shaw entertained few
friends at eucAre on Wednesday even
ing. The frs prize was won by Mrs
Thomas Layelle and the second by
Mrs. George +. lockwood.
Mrs Godfrey Lavelle entertained a
few friends Informally al cards Tues
day evening.
Mrs. =. 4. Largey entertained the
Saturday Night Euchre club last even
ing.
The Thursday afternoon Euchre club
me- with Mr.. Grayelle. Tie firs, prize
was won by Mrs. J. J. Mediation and
the second by Mrs William McD-r-
mot The club VIII meet Mex AZ Mrs.
George BrOderlck's.
On Friday afternoon Mrs. John For
bis entertained a very pleasant party
al euchre. There were l. tables. The
first prize. a dainty sofa pillow, was
won by Mrs. T. ]. Murray. The second
prize, a beautiful cut glass dish. was
won by Mrs. Frank Shaw. The tglird
prize, a royal Worcester pitcler. was
won by Mrs.. .. X. Lewis The BOBBY.
a pretty dolly was won by Mrs John
r. Davis.
The Sweet Sixteen Whist club was
entertained on Friday evening by Mrs.
James II. Lynch. The prize for ladies
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LIVINGSTON CHAT.

Livingston, Feb. 1.-The entertain
ment and banquet given ait K. of p.
hall last Saturday evening in COM
memoration of the 18th birthday an
niversary of Bobby Burns, Scotland's
immortal bard, was attended by near
~ 200 invited guests. The Scottish res
idents of this city did themselves
proud on this anniversary occasion
and the spacious hall echoed with
Highland melodies. DR.. w. II. Camp
bell performed the duties of chairman
in his usually happy manner. The
banquet which followed the rendition
of the interesting programme was
grand affair and brought to fitting
termination one of the most enjoyable
social demonstrations ever given in
Livingston in honor of the famous
Scotchman who, despite the trammels
of his birth and the vicisSitudes OF his
life reached the loftiest pinnacle OF
poetic fame. The programme consist
ed OF vocal solos by A. b. Hunter, Mrs.
l.. Rae, Mrs. Louis Kumm, Miss NJ.
McGuirk, Mr. BERTHE. Mr.. Graham ana
Mr.. Leonard; cornet solo by IL. A.
VanHome; responses TO toasts by ID.
Short, NJ Mcleod, Alex Lyall and
George Anderson; recitations by George
Wilson. A. Lyall and Miss Gilchrist,
and vocal duet by Messrs. BERTHE ana
Barton.
Mrs. Francis f. Moore of Missoula
president of the WOman's Keller corps.
department of Montana, arrived In
this city Friday morning upon her reg
ular annual visitation to the local or
der. and in the evening was tendered
n magnificent reception at the spacious
lodge rooms of the Knights of PythiaS
nv the ladies of Farragut Relief Corps
Tho BANQUET was an elaborate affair
Covers were laid for $50 guests and
the tables fairly groaned beneath their
weight of luXuries. Every seat was
occupied and the event proved to be
one of the pleasantest social functions
given in this city for many day. The
rendition of an excellent literary ana
musical programme contributed % the
enjoyment Of the evening. EX-County
Attorney IL. J. Miller acted as master
of ceremonies and presided over the
feast with ease. grace and dignity.
The programme as rendered consisted
OF the following.
N-,ssI s.i, ............ Mrs. Coyan
Recitation. Miss Matte Chapman
Taast-The Ladies'. II. :. h.ller
Vocal dUot....-....-..- ..-.-......--
Misses Nora ana Etha Prewett
To-st-The q. \. R-.--.keN. a. Lowry
Recitation. -......... Miss LILY Robson
Toast-The Press. .-.-.-. Walter Aitken
Recitation ......-.. MISS Nora IRE Nttt
Toast-The Church Rev. J. \. jenkins
Vocal sole. Mrs. Louis kumm
Toast-Livingston Zephyrs-.-. ..-.
....................... Rev. Pritehard
owing II the destruction by fire Of
the opera house FRIDAY morning, iEe
union revival meetings ere u1W Ceins
held in Helerlin's hall The services
Ncntiaucd Oh age Thlrsesn.
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IN THE ELECTRIC CITY.

Great Falls, Feb. 1.-Events of So
cial character have been decidedly
scarce during the week ending tonight
This is perhaps due to the fact that
more or less sickness prevails at TINS
time, and even the most ardent deVo-
tee of upper tendon society cannot
ching the wheels of mirth' with any de-
gree of heartiness or severity while pos
sessed of the knowledge that sorrow
has draped the homes of friends, ac-
ouaintances or even strangers with the
sable hue of mourning.
Mr.. and Mrs. r. S. Ford and children
will leave tomorrow morning for a
visit of several weeks with friends ana
relatives in old Kentucky. While an
sent they will visit eastern cities also
and take in rounds of pleasure where
ever found.
The open air concert given ON Cen
trail avenue Wednesday evening by the
Black Eagle band, was thoroughly en-
ioyed by those who were fortunate
enough to hear the elaborate pro-
gramme rendered.
The musical concert being arranged
for Tuesday night by Madame Ericke
and Mrs. Greene, promises TO be
treat for lovers of classical music. Both
ladies are artistes in their profession,
and possess ability to entertain the
most critical audience. Those who will
assist In the pTOEIdiIlult are amply
competent 10 fill the positions assigned
them. -
Judge and Mrs Hawkins entertained
a musical party at their residence on
Thursday evening.
Miss Ella h. Downing is GONZALES
cent from rather a severe illness of
several weeks.
The ladies Of the Liberal church gave
a leap year party at Elks' hall last eve
ming IL was largely attended and those
present report most enjoyable time.
\. T. Moody and Mrs. Anna Hayes
were married Wednesday evening, only
a few intimate friends of the contract
ing PARTIES being present
Rev. Il. VI. Ramsey X now considered
as improving in health. Mr.. and hrS
Ramsey will leave for the East as soon
as the former is strong enough 10 MAKE
the journey.
MIR and Mrs G. H. Goodrich leave
tomorrow morning for a visit OF seN-
eral months N the Fast.
Rev. J. w. Gamble Of Fort Benton
was visiting old friends in TINS city the
early part Of the week.
Edward l. Bishop, formerly q thls
City hut now a resident Of kahspell
has beeu IN town several days MI
Tsisbnn * now court stcnoSrapaer fsi
I,a~e poueroy Of Flatheai county
who was appointed judge Of the EleV-
enth district while resident q trea'
MIR and Mrs. Charles Z. Conrad and
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town this week. having come in to at
tend the funeral of their old friend and
neighbor Mrs. Pierse.
Judge Emerson visited his old home
a couple of days this week.
Mrs L. +. Irvine celebrated her
seventy-seventh birthday last Sunday,
Jan. 20, 1896.
Little Miss Irene Eldred has been
quite i'll since last week. but is much
improved this morning.
Charlie Renshaw of Butte is in Deer
Lodge. the guest of his friend Paul
Mitchell.
+. II. Albee has recently moved and
is now located south of 7. c. Stark's
residence on East Missouri avenue.
Caloma was represented in Deer
Lodge this week by II. w. Martin and
James Hartford.
a reception was rendered Capt. G..
L. Scott and Lieut.. Il. L. Lindsey at
the West Side club rooms last Thurs
day evening. The usual good time was
enjoyed by all present.
Mrs. w. ]. Mathews Of Anaconda Wis
tied her sisters. Mrs. j. 4. Hyde and
Mrs. William Coleman Of this city few
days tlis week, before going to Phil
iTsburg. waere she will reside in future.
y. J. Bielenberg entertained his
friends, Herman Distel of Butte and w.
H3ney of Centerville last Sunday. They
were distinguished guests at the West
Side club the same evening.
II. w. Martin went to Missoula last
Thursday, en- route to Caloma, his place
o. residence.
j. II. O'Niell returned from his east
ern trip last Sunday.
J. G. Shaubu, spent several days last
week IN Butte City.
DR.. F. L. s.. Jean Of Anaconda was
a guest in Deer Lodge Monday last.