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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1906
Page
15
A San Francisco meeting of the city committee discussed funds for relief and shelter amid disorder. Officials urged that the homeless receive aid, while a Citizens Police Auxiliary and state militia presence were proposed to maintain order and oversee dispensation measures.
A sharp earthquake shock was felt in San Francisco and Oakland during the night. Reports indicate the tremor lasted a few seconds with perceptible effect near the bay area. No damage was detailed in the early dispatches.
Boxers prepare for charity exhibition at the Pacific Athletic Club to aid San Francisco sufferers. Matches include James J. Jeffries versus Abe Attell rounds with Neise Robinson in a four round bout, George Blake facing Hermann, and Aurelio Herrera versus Maura in four round contests.
The Standard today prints photographs from Terry in the art department depicting the destruction from the earthquake. Images show the collapsed buildings and upheaved streets. The text notes hundreds of injured and homeless residents, with ashen streets and scarce shelter.
Fragmentary text references a thunder storm and a city festival or rule enforcement. Mentions people, ten houses, and clearing work amid a festival context. Details are unclear and names are not fully readable.
Fragmentary report notes alleged state troops misdeeds in Oakland. The text shows disputed claims about militia removals and the conduct of individual soldiers, with unclear attribution and partial phrases.
April 2h reports show every store in town stripped of quilts and blankets to make up care for war and relief efforts. Heintz, trade manager of the States Quinteny, notes these purchases for the Massachite Relief association. Includes the purchase of antic and disinfectants for the ear.
After five days of chaos, the city stabilizes sheltering and feeding tens of thousands of homeless. Relief efforts coordinate via relief committees and residents opening homes. Waterfront supplies move 1508 tons as blankets tents and provisions reach stations for distribution amid renewed confidence.
April 23 reports in Helene describe a false tale about an eruption predicted for to-morrow. Nervous women, schoolchildren rushed money to Great Falls, while the rumor spread among residents. The incident stirred fear and prompted officials to address the hoax.
San Francisco on April 22 reports a major foe has obliterated Chinatown. Mayor Schmits told Chief Dinan that all Chinese residents would be collected near Fontana's warehouse by Fort Mason and that a new Chinatown would be built at Hunter's Point, distant from the old area.
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