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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1909
Page
5
Alain Wie Ane of Sos Pe Structived Hay rm Over Trey Wai Niai Urry. Local officials announce the completion of the city’s greatest buildings project, highlighting new structures and civic landmarks. Residents welcomed the milestone as a boost to development, tourism, and urban pride.
Describes a massive blaze that devastated Osaka, destroying banks, the steel exchange, government buildings, and parts of the city. Thousands homeless and hungry amid insufficient relief. outside towns donate. Emperor expressed concern and urged generous donations to the relief fund. Fire raged for hours, four miles of district burned, many casualties and widespread property loss.
Monit Aug 2 The government presses investigation into a major opium smuggling ring brought to light by discovers and service of the sounds of opium shipping from Hongkong Louis Grant an American citizen prominent has been arrested charged with complicity in the plot and several others are sought by a special agent Since prohibition the import of opium has risen sharply with a local retail price of 325 pesos per can.
Fragmentary OCR text hints at unsettled reporting on Spain with mentions of LOSDOD and Paris, unclear references to miking and SOY RON, CHUS SIP. The readable tokens suggest a chaotic briefing or column fragment lacking coherent detail.
The correspondent reports revolutionary forces tightening grip from the coast to interior districts. He describes heavy fighting, mass arrests, and brutal repression with thousands killed or wounded, while militia and guards allegedly join insurgents across Catalonia.
Frontier reports describe desperate combat in Barcelona and surrounding districts as insurrectionists gain suburbs. Barcela na Province seized by armed bands blocking roads, with general strikes proclaimed across Ithea mining regions and unrest spreading to Valencia area resorts. Authorities struggle to confirm details amid conflicting sources.
In Chalons Sur Marne on August 1 a French aviator completed an extraordinary flight in a biplane. The achievement surpasses all prior French records with a 60 minutes and 30 seconds duration, establishing a new national benchmark.
Washington reports that the tariff bill remains under discussion in the Senate with a possible vote on the conference report as early as Thursday. Leaders forecast a decision before Congress adjourns, while Republicans seek to veto the measure and Democrats defend it amid a tense political clash.
Spokane reports list of dead and injured from a collision near Caldwell Idaho. Victims include Peterbaughit of Elkhart and Ward of Worcester. Wreck caused by eastbound train and a dispatcher misstep. investigation promised. Many injured transported to Spokane hospitals. burial arrangements delayed as relatives are sought.
White Plains reports Evelyn Nesbit Thaw may regain sanity and face fresh proceedings if current suit continues. Judge may allow new petition. Charles Morsehanser and Miriam Morsemanes counsel prepare to summon My doveine to testify on Stanforisl Wile matters.
At a conference in Haraen Mibertell Germany delegates discussed soldiers and sellers, noting the Lord's Prayer being recited in multiple languages. The session included leaders Eugussy Pyones and Gers with veterans present.
A frenzied wife faces dual accusations in a serious case alongside partner Coviton and Owl Awe. The couple allegedly attacked a clerk, causing a chaotic scene as officers seized a butcher knife and evidence. The incident involved Clara Pizzini and a witness, with police detailing the violent confrontation.
A Great Falls woman died after being struck by a bolt while tending a garden in her home. Authorities described the incident as a sudden fatal mishap with no immediate signs of foul play. The victim’s name and exact circumstances remain under investigation.
Fragmentary OCR reports describe continued fierce clashes around Mont ditch fortress and surrounding areas. The text references Spanbuy groups and revolutionary activity, naming Mont ditch fortress and Avon as focal points amid ongoing conflict.
Meonwlt and McDonald families connected to Drummond are among the killed or injured in a Washington State wreck. George and wife, longtime Northern Pacific workers, resided in Ontario and Ontario born, with two daughters and extensive relocations across Duluth Spokane and Coeur d’Alene before the crash. The Mangler family also suffered injuries in the incident as they headed to Coeur d’Alene.
New York dispatch reports five Army cadets, four of whom were said to have conspired at a recent Cadet Sutton event. The group faced dismissal following a late note from the president and secretary of war. Cadet Sutton was attacked by men in white sheets amid a covert plot, with one casualty reported and a lengthy hospital stay for another.
Fragmentary notes indicate Salt Lake is gearing up for a Grand Army gathering with plans and schedules in progress. Details are unreadable, but the tone suggests civic preparation for a regional veterans event.
A large encampment for veterans from the Grand Army of the Republic and allied associations prepares to gather in Salt Lake City. Police and detective forces will guard crowds as up to 30,000 visitors are welcomed for three days of ceremonies and patriotic events.
Secretary of the Interior B A Ballinger will preside over a conference in Portland tomorrow with officials from the reclamation service. The gathering will decide the apportionment of a $7,000,000 fund for 1910 development and will involve six supervising engineers from the western reclamation fleet.
Governor Hughes arrives in Seattle for the exposition. He is escorted to a replica of the New York strip and welcomed by William Seward’s home, while leaders discuss the purchase of Alaska and plans include an evening banquet with Governor Itaghet.
The City of Mestes and nearby areas suffered severe earthquakes on Saturday causing widespread destruction. Buildings collapsed, streets emptied as residents fled to open areas, with Mexico City reporting heavier tremors than any prior. Authorities rush temporary shelters and aid, while consular telegrams confirm massive damage and urgent food needs.
Chicago weighs a city wide street car strike as workers in Chicago and suburbs plan to vote at a meeting. Reported that the men will likely reject renewal offers from the company on the old terms.
A detachment marching toward the outposts near here was attacked by warring tribesmen. Several officers were wounded in the ambush.
Reports that the Russian Emperor aboard the Standart and escorted by the French battleship Verté arrived at Cowes on the Isle of Wight. The visit signals a hoped for thaw in Anglo Russian relations and strengthens Franco Russian ties as battleships of the Dreadnought class sail in to greet the royal party.
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