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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1905
Page
1
A full strike by Telegraphers on the Northern Pacific and Great Northern lines disrupts traffic across two major routes. Officials report halted schedules, reduced freight movement, and intensified labor actions casting a cloud over regional transportation.
St Paul reports a near total walkout by union telegraphers on the Great Northern and Northern Pacific, halting stations and delaying trains. Officials claim 10 days to fill vacancies with loyal nonunion workers while some passenger services run on time and freight moves are limited or stopped.
A witness named Griswold testifies about the Corban deal and admits to perjury at least once while recounting events before the court. The proceedings reveal disputed details and raise questions about legal implications for involved parties.
Special Dispatch from Helena reports C L Griswold, chief government witness, testified about an agreement to receive five cents per thousand feet of timber for locating claims and transferring lands to Cobban. Cross examination revealed past lies about such agreements and a prior $1,500 settlement in Griswold’s favor amid admissions of perjury on related affidavits.
Special dispatch reports the Northern Pacific telegraph operator strike causes little trouble on the Montana division. Trains arrive and depart Livingston with minimal disruption as of August 2, with continuation indicated on page two.
The International Brotherhood of Maintenance of Way Employes ordered a strike against the Denver and Rio Grande railroad effective at 6 pm. About 1,800 workers signed the order, with President Wilson supervising and pledging an orderly action while not expecting all section foremen to strike. Officials downplay expectations of widespread walkouts.
The Waterville Washington courthouse and contents burned last night after a fire found about 8 o'clock. Officials estimate the building and its contents at 15000 dollars with 6000 dollars insured.
Strong anti foreign sentiment dominates provincial meetings with efforts to curb American trade. The Peking Commercial guild plans mass circulation of a boycott paper and fines for members who buy American goods. A 26 college delegates mass meeting in Tientsin appointed students to lecture on the boycott amid widespread placards in Southern China.
A Canton delegate explaining the China boycott movement to students said many wore tunics made from American cloth, which were torn from their backs. Chinese papers warned that no American business notices or news about Americans would be published after July.
Albert Winters aged 55 of Armington, about 30 miles southeast of Great Falls, was struck and killed by lightning while riding a horse. The horse also died, and Winters' foot remained in a stirrup when found. He leaves a wife and two married daughters.
Secretary Wilson received a cablegram from John Hyde former chief statistician of the department of agriculture stating he will return to Washington as soon as possible signaling his return from Southport England where he was reachable by dispatch on Aug 2.
Two masked men held up a Chinook saloon and gambling house at midnight taking about $400 from a roulette roll. They forced patrons to the wall and escaped with one robber briefly exposed before they fled. a 15 minute warning to stay inside followed, no escape direction available.
Secretary Wilson states his son and private secretary James P. Wilson traveled to Alaska about a year ago to ascertain facts on unlawful killing of game. He says the trip was at his instance and the department paid actual traveling expenses. He notes he sends men worldwide for information.
Gen James R Carnahan major general of the Union Bank and Knights of Pythias is dying in Indianapolis his death hourly expected and reported today by local dispatches with brief notes on his service and status.
The wife of Jack Chesterfield testified at the King County jail sheriff's office that she smuggled six sticks of dynamite and a revolver into the jail for her husband last week. Chesterfield remains alive with a bullet wound in his brain, doctors say he may recover.
Demitri Pokotiloff arrives aboard the Empress of Japan in Victoria and says he knows nothing about the peace question due to having no instructions. The 40 year old envoy, expert on Chinese Mongolian and Manchurian affairs, heads to Washington to determine his position.
News from Sonora reports Yaqui leaders and Mexican officials pursuing peace talks with a conference planned at Ures in a few days. Couriers spread word across the state urging Indians to refrain from depredations until negotiations conclude. The Yaqui initiative follows the 1897 Ortiz treaty, not broken until 1899.
Sault Ste Marie marks the fifty year opening of the St Marie ship canal linking Lake Superior to the lower lakes. Vice President Fairbanks attends with Gov. Warner and other dignitaries as naval parades, fireworks, and public exhibits honor the historic feat.
Officials report the wealth board is increasing efforts to address concerns and advance ethical practices. The move follows continued calls for transparency and accountability across departments and programs.
New Orleans reports rising deaths from a fever labeled an Italian infection with 42 cases, many victims in emergency hospitals. Authorities note hot weather and poor sanitation aid spread, but pledge to stamp out the illness and avoid nationwide panic.
In Stockholm on August 2 a German squadron of six battleships and 11 cruisers arrived for what observers describe as a show of force. The fleet halted briefly before continuing his voyage, drawing attention from local authorities and residents.
Little Rock Arkansas reports that the state quarantine guard of militiamen will be placed on all trains entering the state and at all river landings to enforce quarantine measures.
Bozeman August 2 Dan Dalton pleaded guilty in district court and was sentenced to one year in the penitentiary for breaking into H McCay's hardware store on July 14 and stealing 14 revolvers.
At Stites Idaho on August 2 a dwelling belonging to Con Quinlan near Tahoe burned. A baby perished in the blaze while the parents were away tending cows. Fire started near the house suggesting a tragic accident as two young children left in charge failed to prevent the disaster.
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