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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1911
Page
7
A report notes high political intensity surrounding the Astor marriage as lawmakers react. Clashes arise over public curiosity and potential influence on policy, with commentators weighing constitutional and social implications. Names of key figures and institutions are cited as the discussion unfolds.
Disjointed report centers on a stormy discussion among lawmakers and readers about federal regulation of divorce. References names and places including Philadelphia and New York, noting opposition and calls for reform while a church and civic figures weigh in on the issue.
A fragmentary OCR reads a supposed confession and vow about church divorce and religious overreach. It mentions a disputed marriage, a bishop or clergyman, and objections to unauthorized state interference. The text is garbled but centers on religious authority and a contested wedding.
At a Liverpool meeting, railway workers debated a general strike to force concessions on wages and conditions. Sectional strikes spread to Manchester and other ports, with threats of stoppages on Mersey ferries and at key depots as organizers warned of a nationwide disruption.
San Francisco August 14. A dispute between a railroad federation and Harriman Lines leads to no wage or shop raise for workers. VP B S Chavin of Southern Vaccine claims increases are not forthcoming despite discussion. He asserts efforts have been made to address costs, but the company will not concede higher wages.
Count von Bernstorff, the German ambassador, delivered a note today to the State Department regarding Germany's position on the war alignments. The message signals a clear opposition to the United States stance, with the German government urging restraint and clarification from Washington.
Monty Clay Heattie Jr. of Webi, Virginia, faces murder charges in the death of his wife, described as the tragedy at Hawt. The grand jury of the Chesterfield circuit returned the true bill, with witnesses and coroner statements presented as the case proceeds at the courthouse. Local officials and witnesses, including P. Pettigray and Chesterfield county authorities, testified as the trial began.
Spinrfield Massachusetts August 14 Mr and Mrs John Tilward Paul Geraghty received the blessings of relatives for their son’s marriage plan He and his bride elect intend to wed without a minister at the Episcopal church The couple who have lived with the groom’s relatives in Central Hike Conn are pursuing a quiet celebration and later send best wishes from their families The elopement has attracted some notice locally but the couple remain undecided on final plans
Los Angeles Aug. Grand Jury reopens investigation into the McNamara dynamite outrages. Key witnesses H D Ingersall D M Ingersall and John J Harringay testified. Eugene Clinecey of San Francisco ill and unable to testify. District Attorney Frederick released a telegram from Walter Drew claiming evidence of long series of dynamite outrages tied to labor. Bail set at 325000 to 20000 for Bert Connors. other defendants reduced to 1000 each.
Reports from Havant say a lynching of a Black man provoked a mob and rumors of further violence. A white woman claimed assault, prompting a tense night as trained guards and bystanders faced off near the scene amid rumors of a train attack and armed confrontations.
Special dispatch from Helena reports Thomas Swindlehurst of Livingston appointed to fill the vacancy caused by the death of Abram W. N. Yoder. Swindlehurst, a prominent real estate and insurance man, is in Helena for qualification and to assume duties. Born in Richmond, Canada, in 1869, he has a long Democratic record and previously served as postmaster of Livingston. He was married to Mary Wilsant of Abbotton.
Pope Pius continues to mend but shows restless nights and slight fever. Doctors forbid exertion to avoid relapse as the pontiff relies on chair rest and flaxseed poultices for swollen knees. Dignitaries and relatives send prayers while security guards deter photographers from disturbing the Sisters and niece during daily visits.
Rev. Toddings Snyder, former pastor at Childfell Presbyterian Church, was assaulted by miner Adwih Baker who struck him with a revolver and threatened to shoot until officers intervened. Snyder was later arrested amid a scene involving Smydov in Rykor's house and a fire at the local depot.
Aviator Atwood flying a Burgess-Wright biplane departed St Louis at 3 05 am and landed Chicago at 6 19 pm covering 606 miles with 11 hours 10 minutes total time including delays. He says actual air time is 3 hours 12 minutes less than scheduled express travel. He hopes to cut the Boston pace from 10 days to fewer as weather improves and he continues eastward tomorrow.
Washington Aug 1 The house committees resume hearings on the Agricul ture department probe into threatened reprimand or removal of Dr Harvey Wiley chief of the bureau of chemistry. Wiley prepared to testify today but other witnesses spoke first and he is expected to take the stand tomorrow. The inquiry seeks to analyze a reported agreement with Dr Rusby of New York and its ties to Secretary Wilson and the Remson board, with portions of correspondence allegedly offered by the department personnel board.
Milwauker August reports Mil waukee socialist secretary Mil wall Barnes resigns from National Socialist party amid personal character accusations from a Chicago lawyer and preacher. Controversy erupts as Berger supports acceptance while Gaylord and Boswell clash, accusing disruptors at May conference in Milwaukee. Alleges rift within Missouri and Socialist factions.
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