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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1905
Page
1
Great Northern and Northern Pacific from Minnesota to Puget Sound, including branches, are temporarily handicapped by the proceeding companies. They claim the trouble will be only of short duration.
In St Paul on August 1 president Perham of the Order of Railway Telegraphers ordered all telegraph operators for the Great Northern and Northern Pacific to walk out by 11 PM. Estimates say 1,900 to 2,000 workers affected with further reports of near-total work stoppages across several divisions. Negotiations collapsed as managers insisted on wage terms and warned of temporary inconveniences, while the union pressed for a settlement with President Hill. The strike spans Montana, Idaho, and Washington divisions, with officials fearing a general tunnel of disruption if offices close and more operators join the walkout.
Division superintendent Allie of the Northern Pacific escorted non union operators in his private car from Tacoma toward Portland. At each station between Tacoma and Portland, Superintendent Albee urged workers to sign pledges not to strike and to remain faithful to the company.
General Manager H J Horn outlines the company stance on telegraphers wages and conditions after a four week line-wide negotiation with Mr Perham of the Order of Railway Telegraphers. Horn cites high pay in many divisions since 1900, notes pay boosts and new positions, and defends management against charges of unrest led by F A Brown. He claims telegraphers on the system fare well compared with rivals, with many receiving housing, fuel, and other allowances.
The Granite Mountain and Bimet mines once led Montana’s white metal output, collectively earning over 31 million dollars and creating immense wealth. Granite at summit and Philipsburg at the mountain’s base formed prosperous towns before mine closings dimmed the area, yet Philipsburg remains vibrant with plans to redevelop other resources and a hopeful future despite downturns.
Albert Jemison testified in a U S court that he once made false affidavits for a price and is now out of the business. He detailed an agreement with Cobban to place entrymen for payments ranging from ten to fifteen dollars, with Cobban paying him up to sixteen hundred dollars in kickbacks. He said he located multiple entrymen and noted others receiving payments, amid a tense cross exam about prior affidavits and the legality of the arrangements.
Aug 1 Orleans reports a serious turn as Louisiana and Mississippi clash over fever control. Governor Blanchard seeks naval aid to shield Louisiana citizens from incursions while Mississippi maintains armed patrols along the coast. Texas imposes quarantine against Louisiana and detains travelers, lengthening stays in detention camps.
Seattle August 1 The steamship Dakota of the Great Northern fleet entered the Puget Sound navy yard dry dock this afternoon to inspect damage to its port tail shaft which led to cancelation of its Orient voyage. The Dakota is one of the heaviest lifts to dock and nearly fills the dock with its bridge deck towering 48 feet above.
Special Dispatch to the Standard Helena August 1 An opinion from Attorney General Galen says Lewis and Clark county is not liable for an $800 claim by lawyer R Berry of Great Falls. Berry was appointed by Judge Leslie to prosecute after Cascade murder case moved there, and he filed a $400 bill. County commissioners asked Galen and he answered the county is not liable for the amount.
Richmond Ind Aug 1 Charles Shiveley supreme chancellor issues bulletin showing 49.34 dollars balance July 905 in hands of supreme master of exchequer. bulletin includes latest quarterly statement of endowment rank with excess sources over abilities of 1011187. Colorado Springs Con Aug 1 Rock Island railway halted by cloudburst. city entry cut 100 feet wide 20 feet deep filled with water. tracks buried under eight to ten feet of sand. Indianapolis Ind Aug 1 Kilahis of Pythias dying at home. family summoned to bedside.
St. Petersburg August 1 General Linevitch telegraphed the emperor on July 25 denying reports that the Russian army was surrounded. He said flanks were never turned, the Japanese were distant from main positions, and attempts to approach failed. The general expressed confidence in the army’s readiness for any task.
In St. Joseph Michigan on August 1 Mrs Fred Schneider aged 18, the wife of a local merchant, leapt into the St Joseph river before many witnesses and was lost from sight. The body was later recovered.
A blaze destroyed the Fagan Iron works in Jersey City causing an estimated loss of 2000 dollars and leaving about 200 men unemployed. Firefighters battled the flames through the night as the plant was ruined beyond repair.
John C. Hanley publisher of the Alliance Advocate and a West political figure was arrested by U S Marshal Gemshaw on a mail fraud charge. The government says the Consolidated Farm and Ranch Co promoted stock by claiming to own Montana Cooperative Ranch property now under receiver, while the Montana company supposedly has assets only about 45000 and a 17000 incumbrance. Literature allegedly overstates the receiver’s assets to lure investors.
Salt Lake August 1 The first to register at Provo on Uintah land was Isabel Miller of Utah. If reasonably successful she proposes to be seventy? for the reservation and establish a home. She is thirty eight years old and a widow. As she emerged from the booth Commissioner Richards took a snap shot picture of her. George daggers seventy years old and a Civil War veteran was first in line at Parker school Good order is being maintained. The saloons are open day and night but there is little disturbance. No gambling is permitted.
Beaumont Texas reports a heavy windstorm that struck Bessemer injuring and killing residents. One white boy and two negro boys died outright while about 20 others were seriously hurt as trees toppled onto homes. Telegraph and telephone lines were prostrated.
Duluth Minn August 1 four lives were lost when a skiff capsized on Swan river five miles north of Verna Tasca county near Angstroms landing The drowned were Ith Tichenor Eddie Tichenor Rett Tichenor and S J M Pogue All settlers of the area London August Two years and one burial at sea among passengers on the North German Lloyd liner Bremen were reported on arrival Mrs Dollie Edmonson Vedder aged 61 widow of Capt C O Vedder died July 27 Her body was brought ashore A child who died at sea was buried at sea.
Granite operation Metall ic Propert ie suspends mine activity ending local employment and production. Officials cite financial losses and market conditions prompting permanent shutdown of the Granite site.
Philipsburg dispatch reports Granite Bimetallic properties suspend operations as ore bodies in lower levels deplete. Pumps pulled, water will fill tunnels, mill run to tomorrow then likely closed. Miners paid and leave for new fields. Old mines at Granite and James Blaine were developed to 1000 feet with rich ruby silver once found, now unprofitable. Power plant at Flint Creek Falls may see new use. Stockholders benefited from prior output of over 31 million dollars, with 60 percent to owners in St Louis.
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