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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 1912
Page
7
In a terse note, Roosevelt acknowledged a sum received by Penrose. The record hints at political contributions linked to John D. Arehmold, with emphasis on the secrecy or propriety of such dealings within the era. The fragment references Insylvania and an unnamed major figure.
In a senate speech Senator Penrose defends receiving a 25000 check from John D. Archbold as part of a 125000 contribution to a national committee fund. He alleges urgent calls from Archbold and Roosevelt pressure, cites telegrams, and contends the Archbold money linked to political aims while denying any improper ties to the industrial commission.
In Leaght New Jersey and Deer Lodge Montana the Pioneer reunion and campaign chatter unfold. Speaker Champ Clark may stump Maine for the Democratic ticket ahead of September elections while Governor Wilson and Harmon plan national efforts. The Deer Lodge gathering fills Milwaukee hall with 443 registrants and features letters of condolence, new member admissions, and lively pioneer debates on membership and commemorations.
Colonel Roosevelt denounces Senator Penrose after reading Penrose's senate statement. He claims no Standard Oil contributions were accepted and cites letters to Cortelyou confirming that stance. The report notes Cortelyou’s confirmation and the context of this political exchange.
At Monson farm near Argusville North Dakota an armed band of five horse thieves rode into a barn at 1 AM and fired on farm workers. They escaped after a brief chase. one outlaw was shot but aided by a companion. Deputy sheriff sent from Fargo. blood trail vanished with no injuries to workers.
Chicago reports Florence Bernstein found not guilty of murdering her husband George Bernstein on May 4 after a 25 hour jury deliberation. Cheers erupted from the women’s section as the verdict was read while other defendants await trial on similar charges. St Paul honors J J Hill on his seventy fourth birthday with a large banquet at the Auditorium Fund serving 1200 guests. Hugo Snell of St Johnsville NY crushed to death by an express at Kansas City Union Depot while en route from Great Falls Mont where he held a claim.
Patrol records show Bramwell Booth Schepps involved in an escape aided by police. A district attorney charges filed amid unclear OCR text.
Bramwell Booth accepted the chief role as heir to General Booth in a formal ceremony at London. He will succeed as commander in chief, with General Booth’s funeral set for Aug 29 at Kuney Park cemetery beside his wife. King George telegrams, Asquith and other leaders send condolences as Bramwell Booth pledges to lead with faith and duty.
Washington reports Representative Pray secured government interest in irrigating about 10 000 acres south of Butte. Professor Mitzner, geology survey expert on underground water, will visit October 1 to study aquifer potential for a valley wide flow, aiming to back reclamation for the land.
Washington reports the Senate failed to pass the executive and judicial bill sustaining the commerce court. The measure was amended to continue appropriations for the court through March 4, 1918, with prospects of White House approval as the bill moves to the appropriation committee. debate was limited and the vote narrow.
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