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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Apr 01, 1912
Page
9
Senator Rod Taylor of Tennessee, known for his musical roots and long service, has passed away. He played his way into Congress, earning recognition for his unique blend of culture and politics. Local and national leaders mourn his loss, and a public service obituary is planned.
Robert Love Taylor known as Fiddling Bob, senior U S senator from Tennessee, died at 61 after gall stone surgery failed to save his life. A Cleveland Democrat, he served since 1907 and pushed for roads and the lakes to gulf waterway. His last senate speech advocated a Confederate monument bill. he had appeared there two weeks earlier. He is survived by his wife, son David, and three sisters. The Senate will adjourn in tribute.
Election day patterns vary with many cities holding polls for multiple offices while a majority elect only aldermen. Voters in some jurisdictions also weigh referenda or local measures, shaping turnout and results across districts.
Helena voters head to polls for mayor treasurer and police judge plus seven council seats. Democrat R. R. Purcell leads despite hospitalization in Rochester Minnesota. Republican John Wendel aims for city council and John Huseby backs socialist ticket amid contested campaigns.
Milwaukee March 31 The city election features Mayor Emil Seidel seeking another term against a non-partisan ticket led by Dr. Gichard A. Bading, with Republicans and Democrats united. Statewide primary battles mirror Taft versus La Follette for Republicans and Wilson versus Clark for Baltimore delegates.
Bozeman residents face a pivotal election as aldermen for each ward are chosen and a vote on adopting a commission form of government looms. Ward one features a GOP bolting support for Thomas McCusker over W E Gibson, with Matthews a likely Democratic rival. Ward two shows McElwee, Budd, Hoff as candidates in a civil contest. McElwee favored. Ward three presents Republican Prof W D Tallman away at exams, opposing Dr J F Blair, a prominent local.
Miss Elea nora Sears, famed for a 114 mile time trial, halted a runaway polo pony at a Hillsboro polo match. She stepped from a car to calm the frightened animal before chaos spread, saying she felt fresh as if she had walked a mile. Sears finished her walk at Del Monte, unable to beat McEnery’s prior record.
Indianapolis March 31 No anthracite or bituminous coal will be taken from mines tomorrow as union miners suspend work after a two year contract expired. About 400000 miners nationwide will vacation, with 150000 in the anthracite field. Bituminous miners will vote by referendum to ratify a Cleveland wage agreement, likely broad support. Anthracite talks resume April 10 with hopes to settle terms in Philadelphia. The loss to coal output could reach nearly 42 million tons monthly.
Waukesha Wisconsin March 31 authorities found Charles Schomulla the Pole who attacked Senator Gore yesterday had planned to attack Colonel Roosevelt who he thought was to go through Waukesha The Roosevelt train however went through Wisconsin over another route.
On election day Butte voters are urged to weigh local conditions against national trends. The city is described as prosperous and busy, contrasting with Pacific coast wage struggles. Supporters say last week’s referendum and mining conditions favor the Duncan administration and a vote for continued work and peace.
Dr Lieber crob an oculist based in Chester was attacked in the Grand hotel office as an unknown person threw carbolic acid at his face. His hand blocked most of the liquid. doctors treated burns and saved both eyes is believed. No suspect identified.
A caucus of delegates at the Republican territorial convention in Cordova names William Addison Gilmore of Nome as the candidate for delegate to Congress. Charles S. Herron of Nome is named chairman of the territorial committee.
The Standard Oil main storage plant in Manila was destroyed by fire, along with three gasoline warehouses. Loss is estimated at one million dollars.
A dramatic rescue drew thousands of watchers as motorboats linked craft to tow seven people to safety. The incident unfolded near SAPATY with crews coordinating to secure all evacuees.
Thousands watch rescue as a seven member family escapes a sunken houseboat on the Mississippi at St Louis. River hits 29.9 feet, tracks flooded, power boats lost, and Levee Drinkwater breaches threaten Missouri side. Cairo faces rising waters, livestock losses mounting as trains halted.
Wellington reports Captain Robert F. Scott has not returned with the Terra Nova expedition. The ship reached Akaroa New Zealand but delivered only a message from Scott stating he will remain in the Antarctic for another winter to continue his work. The January progress showed the party within 150 miles of the pole. All aboard Terra Nova are well. The ship is due at Littleton on Wednesday.
Omaha Nebraska March 31 The crest of the Platte river flood crippled railway service and inundated thousands of acres in Eastern Nebraska. The flood damaged bridges and disrupted freight and passenger movements across multiple lines, prompting emergency measures and detours as regional they cope with the rising waters.
Hoquiam Washington March 31 Tomorrow morning is expected to be the crucial test in the Industrial Workers of the World strike in Hoquiam when the Lytle mill is to start up. Strikers focus attention on the mills and are determined it shall not reopen until they are willing. A citizens police force of about 200 men, some armed with shotguns and some mounted, has been organized.
Tacoma March 31 Captain H W Palmer of Troop B Washington national guard the only cavalry troop in the state under orders from Adj Gen Fred Llewellyn began preparations for a hurried trip to Hoquiam today the move aimed at rapid response to the emergency situation.
Secretary Knox set foot on San Juan soil for the first time in a month as streets brimmed with flags. The Porto Rican citizens measure passes the house of delegates, marking a courtesy visit by the U S official. Governor Colgan joined the party ashore an hour after arrival.
Report from Vienna notes three monarchs face abdication amid mounting tensions. Emperor Franz Joseph and other Habsburg leaders are under pressure from domestic unrest and external threats. Crown negotiations and provisional governance loom as the crisis unfolds.
Vienna March 31 The crisis in the Nfmennian cabinet ends with Francis Joseph expressing confidence in the Hedervary ministry as Hungarian efforts to expand parliamentary control of the national army provoke a potential abdication. The king warns his sovereign rights are being challenged while premier Hedervary and leaders Appony and Kossuth push for a more subservient army to parliament.
A battle is anticipated near Torreon within 48 hours between rebel forces and federal troops. A Monterey dispatch notes rebels about 7,000 strong and federals about 3,500, signaling a major engagement in the region.
Madrid March 31 Gen Porfirio Diaz former Mexican president is expected to arrive soon with the intention of making Madrid his home.
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