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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Apr 08, 1913
Page
20
Voters in Butte rallied under a socialist wave with Duncan re-elected as mayor amid orderly polling. Police presence was considered prudent as residents discussed the campaigns calmly. Officials report orderly judging with few challenges as ward ballots were cast and the council lineup showed continued party splits among the Smiths. The mayor’s salary stands at 4000 dollars annually under new ordinance while aldermen prepare for a meeting.
A fragment describes a whaler and clerks sorting voters by initials. Those with first half of the alphabet entered one door while those with later initials used another. Line lengths varied and the public scene included taunting and mixed lines as the system shuffled voters.
Mexico City reports indignation in official circles over charges Washington cited by Luis Manuel Rojas against Ambassador Henry Lane Wilson. President Huerta and Senator de la Barra dismiss the accusation as slander, promising detailed court findings to settle the matter. A related passage recalls a Mexican woman’s grieving memories and a speculative scene of departure and return.
In Yonkers Peter Maher, once a feared heavyweight, declares he is fit and training for a comeback. He criticizes modern white hopefuls, touts his conditioning from daily Terrace City runs and gym work, and asserts he can endure twenty rounds with any challenger. Skelly confirms Maher’s relentless sparring and power.
Irish born fighter recounts harsh times and corruption in boxing during the early era. He describes being robbed of decisions after knockouts, recalls the Sharkey bout and a Philadelphia arrest over a promotion dispute, and notes his rise to weight and champion status amid rough conditions and impromptu bouts.
The report describes a boxing match where a fighter stopped his opponent in five rounds amid controversy over alleged marks and a claim of wearing plaster. The victor asserts readiness for further competition and dismisses rivals doubting his condition.
Helena April 7. A commission of 18 members was named by Governor Stewart to raise a fund for a Montana products exhibit at an international exposition. The appointees include David Hilger Lewistown Dr W W Andrus Miss Harry Whion Hillitgom story Boreman James T Stanford Gent J Kelly J L Maserbaker TA Marlow Will A I Helena Join It Toole Mrs Thomas McTague Deer Lodge Dr J Carroll Fort Benton H W Faust Libby C F Morris Havre. The governor urges statewide representation and notes the work requires subscriptions but confers civic pride and duty.
Helena April 1 state board of sheep met to plan a statewide coyote extermination program. A big coyote arm will be operated on Helena outskirts to spread disease and speed up control. The board also directed the secretary to cooperate with state officials on bounty claims and to inspect public flocks.
Twenty two of the young medicos who took the examination before the state board of medical examiners last week were successful and granted certificates. Names include Conway, Noonan, Hopkins, Sproule, Prince, Dolan, Morrow, Powell, Patton, Mailet, Ewart, and Mayes among others. Separate item mentions Missoula Street Railway injury case with $33.38 verdict. Also notes a boy fatally wounded by a younger brother during a shooting incident near Nelson.
Spate land sale along the state stretch concluded Saturday with about 5 000 acres auctioned. Iny Mitter and Deputy Re Inter Oker returned from holders where bidding reached 130 392 dollars. The top bid was 15 50 dollars per acre amid limited competition.
A petition with 838 signatures, filed with County Clerk Duncan, seeks a referendum on the Kiley law. The required 630 signers were exceeded, triggering a suspension of the law until the next general election.
Former Livingston mayor sues to enjoin council members from obligations tied to securing waterworks projects. Plaintiffs allege city misstates current status and overvalues taxable property while opposing a contract renewal. The suit follows a separate action by A. Murray of Butte over terms on the water system agreement.
The Anaconda Company mill opened for the season with Manager Kenneth Ross stating capacity aims to meet early demand. About 320 men will occupy the plant’s shifts, targeting twenty thousand feet of timed ore per day and sustaining operations for several months as camps near completion.
Speakers Thomas of Billings and PK Sexton address diversified lecturing at the courthouse in the afternoon. Dr Rhdduth spoke to the Commercial Sluts on bringing ports and alfalfa to the ranch, receiving encouragement. A promise of market terms and a mill to be built if favorable conditions last five years was stated.
Henry Kone, one of the region’s oldest residents, died this morning at his home about a mile from Cascade. A longtime prairie traveler, he came from Minnesota years ago and drove stage between Fort Benton and Helena. He married in Helena, ranching near Cascade, and is survived by nine children. The funeral will be held in Cascade on Wednesday.
A report notes that alleged assault on a worker led to discord among hired men and created tensions on the property. Authorities investigate the incident and review security measures. No further details about victims or actions are provided.
A district court suit is filed by Peter J. Colbege against North Pacific Railroad Company. The case concerns death and conference with a general claim agent, with terms still unresolved. The fragmented text notes events in Meicha and April 1 with various names and local details.
A fragment notes color trends in the Bohemian quarter with mentions of tuturlat tones and makeup. It references women transforming appearances with crude greens yellows mauves and blues, and hints at new telephones and facial devices for special uses.
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