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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1906
Page
12
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A group including Frank Reagan, a Saltese night watchman, allegedly hijacked a Northern Pacific locomotive while intoxicated. The engine was moved about 25 miles toward St Regis before being abandoned on the track. A felony charge under the Gravelle law of 1903 awaits if convicted, with potential imprisonment up to ten years. Deputy sheriffs pursued leads toward St Regis. telegraph lines were down hampering communication.
On August 14 at Mienoula Gregory a former employee of the Northern Pacific Railway was arrested by Police Gove on a charge of disturbance near the depot. The charge was dismissed later that day. Railroad men claimed political spite, while Mayor Smith refused to pursue prior charges against the chief. Gove stated the company complained of gatherings and loud talk but Gregory was not found offender and was not prosecuted.
A Walkice ander dale dispatch reports two wildfires near Missoula threaten Black Cloud property and timber. Firefighters saved company assets Sunday night but flames remain near danger line. Winds could worsen damage. camps and timber in Buckskin draw and Amber cross divide push risk toward Alder gulch watershed.
A wagon team owned by JL Sehonnover detached from a storefront and toppled near Front Street and Virginia Avenue in Missoula. The Studebaker wagon dogged by horses ended up on its side with no injuries to the animals or vehicle, bystanders restraining the team from further movement.
County Attorney Afurpiy filed an amended case in Minsowla AR against Clay Shacelast and Fred Vasser joined by Shacelast’s wardens and Tonve Wie Lemen over the murder of Jig Teep, a Chinenn miner. The incident occurred Saturday in Rapidan.
A man implicated in a local disturbance is thought to have joined the third party in a postponed hearing. The hearing for the mer hr fall has been delayed as authorities locate the third party.
Mesoula August reports Churian A. Searles of the Northern Pacific Mall Way company, a veteran Rocky Mountain railroad man, leaves with his wife for Panama to assume trainmaster duties on the Panama road. He will oversee dredge operations in Culebra cut, a field he has specialized in, with a $250 monthly salary plus living quarters and transportation.
Missoula reports a domestic confrontation at L. B. Maxwell's Marmory creek ranch involving Maxwell and a young man Frans Duilttle. A quarrel over Maxwell's daughter led to Maxwell arming with a shotgun and Duilttle with a pistol. Shots lightly struck the youth, no serious injuries. Sheriff Graham arrested the young man, then released after mediation. the parties reconciled and no further action was taken.
Sidney Ward, manager of Supreme Gold Mining, reports 26 men employed digging Hughes creek placers. Gold averages $1.25 per yard, with $1,000 already spent on road improvements. A large dredge project, led by W. R. Draenall and team, aims for rapid completion as heavy machinery arrives within weeks.
Amador Idaho Aug 14 Local deputy reports a badly mutilated body found near a cabin five miles from Lake Creek in Clemwater Tall area. Death likely occurred months ago, body torn by animal, watch and chain in coroner’s possession, missing owner possibly tied to Missoula purchase records. Detectives describe primitive cabin, sparse provisions, and items suggesting a lone prospecting venture.
In Missoula Aug 14 Justice Phillips heard the state against Frank Perkins colored charged with grand larceny. Willie Belmont testified she gave Perkins 110 dollars to hold and he left the city with the money. Belmont said she handed 80 dollars to Perkins in Helena and later 3 more in Missoula. Sheriff Graham said Perkins admitted spending some of the money and a roll of 130 dollars was found on him. The defense offered no testimony and the judge reserved decision until tomorrow.
Leavenworth Kansas August 1 plans are being perfected to station all colored soldiers at one post due to race feeling at many posts where white and colored troops are stationed. A southern post is likely to be selected for new arrangements.
James D. Phelan, chairman of the San Francisco relief and Red Cross funds committee, asks Governor Thule for a full statement from state committees showing funds received for San Francisco sufferers. He requests totals forwarded, remaining balances, and plans to coordinate rehabilitations with available money. He urges prompt replies to assess needs and dispense funds accordingly.
Missoula notes list visitors from Helena Butte and Spokane including Fleming Davis son of Police Judge Davis and Charles Donnelly Northern Pacific attorney. Licensing work by State Boiler Inspector Dalley and a mix of local camping trips, land filings and name-change notice for a Saltese copper firm.
In Minsk on August 14 M Stolypin secured pledges for the government program at the Lithuanian landowners congress now in session. The assembly adopted a resolution upholding private property and endorsed Polish deputies in the parliament while planning an energetic canvass to unite Lithuanians of the north provinces on a non party basis for the coming elections.
Harry J. Cowley a Lansing broker was arrested on a stock forgery complaint by Frank Wolf of the Central National Bank Battle Creek. Cowley denies knowledge of the forged Union Pacific shares and says he bought what he sold in good faith. Authorities allege some forged stock was used in a loan in Lansing a fortnight earlier.
New York reports indicate several arrests of Brockium Rapid Transit company inspectors on warrants charging assault. A trolley collision occurred on a West Find avenue line near Coney, with witnesses describing the event. The injuries appeared serious, and investigators continue to review the scene for details.
A reader notes a performance in Waris featuring Piaxtuzy, a skilled whip artist who cracks a heavy whip with precision to mimic rifle shots and balloon pops. The act includes dangerous tricks with knives and apples, a display of mastery over force, and a final feat of snapping a coin from a narrow hole before the audience.
G F Shaeger, president of the United Master Tutors Association of America, said today that removing sweatshops would be a topic at the convention to be held in Milwaukee. A representative from the Cattle Age Sheep Growers Association had been invited to join the discussion.
Passenger, freight and traveling agents of the Union Prolific railroad gathered at CWlengo on August 1 to plan the future service and devise wave and strength for railway operations. Another meeting is scheduled for tomorrow.
In August Housekeeper a detailed method guides ironing garments for families. It covers selecting irons of various sizes, ironing embroidery and ruffles first, drying thoroughly, and avoiding crushing trim. It advises dampening dry spots, keeping tools clean, and learning folding through laundry work for best appearance.
New York Aug M Browne a government customs official arrested in Canada and sent back to the United States. Judge Hough ruled there is no authority to seize or hold a person extradited under treaty privilege beyond the charge that warrants extradition. Browne was released from Sing Sing on the writ after recent extradition back from Canada. Browne’s counsel argued treaty violation in the extradition.
Typhoid fever affects members of the fourth class at the Annapolis naval academy. Five cases are now in the hospital, including a young Japanese student. Government officials arranged special transfer for one patient. a second casualty has died after being moved to the academy hospital.
Articles of incorporation for the Jendale Livestate Company were filed with the secretary of state. The firm will operate in Beaverhead and Silver Bow counties, with Melrose as principal office and a capital of 30,000 dollars. Incorporators are G. Ti. Vance, TW. Balers, Charles Schulz, VV. A. Merely and J. E. Weld, all of Melrose.
A report from Moscow outlines a recent gathering of the constitutional democratic central committee and mentions a planned march toward a general congress next month. The day’s coverage also notes a shipment of dynamite and cartridges found among a supply of bonfire wheels.
Prancdi, president of the St Louis exposition, arrived in Berlin to express the king’s gratitude to William for the exhibition. He presented a diploma and a predat to the empire, representing the rly of St Louis.
A vivid description from Kate Douglas Wiegh of Aunt Wiranda's Garden in Riverboro on a sunny July morning. The brick house glows in shade while climbing vines frame the scene. Flower beds, a central statue, and colorful borders create a tranquil country yard rich in detail.
A quirky item notes free bentgital silver forks with every half-dozen bara of Skiatignt soap. The snippet mocks a household rule about wet forks and features odd spelling and style.
Translation from Lew Antes at Ile-Oh depicts a scoundrel exposed by locals. A speaker accuses a partner, saying he was the country’s biggest thief and warns readers about his dishonesty. The commentary reflects cautionary advice given before entering business.
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