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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Aug 09, 1900
Page
2
The speech argues against imperialism and a large standing army to govern the Philippines. It contends Filipinos deserve self government or independence, urges honoring the Monroe Doctrine, and calls for a U S commitment to Philippine independence and protection from outside interference.
Adlai J. Stevenson states the Democratic convention expressed sympathy with the South African republics in their struggle for free government. He notes the sentiments reflect American democrats and liberty lovers worldwide and oppose a European power's attempt to subjugate a people seeking liberty.
A large Tomlinson Hall audience heard Chicago mayor Carter Harrison and speakers Bryan and Davis condemn trusts and imperialism. Harrison praised Democratic gains and warned of Republican advances, saying Democrats must secure urban machinery while counting defections from 1896.
In Indianapolis on August 8, William Jennings Bryan praised Mr Towne's letter as manly and patriotic while noting the withdrawal was expected by those who know him. Democratic leaders echoed this view and said the move would not alienate many populists and might boost democratic chances at the polls.
Special Dispatch reports a big park fire near Upper Geyser basin but says exaggerations overstated danger. Fire burned about 30 acres of timber, was contained by soldiers, and extinguished by rain last Sunday with no threat to lives or property.
In a rear end crash near Spokane a Spokane Falls and Northern northbound engine collided with a Northern Pacific freight engine. The fireman of the Northern Pacific died, another engineer and the baggageman were seriously injured, passengers also hurt. Engineer Quill and his fireman escaped after leaping from the light engine. The freight engine was driven back about 200 feet and the passenger train derailed.
Special Dispatch notes witnesses testifying in the Hershfield trial in federal court on charges of making false reports to the comptroller of the currency. Witnesses include Eugene T. Wilson receiver for the suspended bank Ebenzer Southall comptroller's clerk and Joe W. Chivers bank employee. A book with directors meeting mimeos was admitted after court overruled objections.
The state ticket was nominated by acclamation in Milwaukee. Governor Robert Lafollette from Madison leads with Jesse Stone of Watertown as lieutenant governor and William H. Froehlich of Dixon as secretary of state. James O. Davidson is named state treasurer.
Soldiers Grove attorney general Em mett R Hicks Oshkosh state superintendent Lorenzo D Harvey Milwaukee railroad commissioner Graham L Rice West Superior insurance commissioner Emil Giljohaan Milwaukee chairman of the state central committee General George E Bryant Lafollette was the only one presented to head the ticket. The remainder of the ticket is made up of present incumbents.
London reports Lord Roberts fears the Elands river garrison has fallen after ten days of resistance. From Pretoria comes news that Hamilton pursued Rus te nburg while Baden-Powell’s troops retreated with him. De Wet began crossing the Vaal river as Kitchener moves to engage the Dutch forces.
London dispatch reports Lord Roberts allowing Warren to return home after pacifying the western districts of Cape Colony. Forestier-Walker to command the remaining forces in the colony.
The naval board of engineers reported that under present conditions a dry dock and naval station at the Columbia River mouth would not justify the cost. It suggested removing the bar to allow modern vessels would bring clear advantages, but did not rule on site feasibility. Members were Captain Glass Lieutenant Andrews and Civil Engineer Sanford.
Secretary Root cited General MacArthur reports that sickness in the Philippines stands at 8 percent, a notably good showing. Some detachments lacked surgeons due to command separations, but steps are being taken to remedy this. MacArthur’s July 31 official report lists 3,158 sick in hospital and 1,081 in quarantine, totaling 3.4 percent.
The Hoersnaelle reports the Czar of Russia cabled Field Marshal Count von Walderne, expressing satisfaction with his appointment as commander in chief of the International forces in China.
Postoffice service has been established at Mitchell Montana with Thomas A Grimes named as post master.
The Post reports Field Marshal Count von Walderse will depart Berlin for China in a fortnight. The announcement notes preparations and logistical details for the journey amid ongoing European affairs and military considerations.
The 14th Montana conference of the Methodist Episcopal church opened in Helena with Bishop Charles Fowler of Buffalo presiding. Officers and committees were elected, reports given, and plans urged for revival meetings and a conference evangelist.
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