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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 1903
Page
6
Anaconda Standard publishes daily and Sunday editions with subscription rates in advance. Rates listed include one year six months and three months for both daily and Sunday editions, plus a separate Sunday one year rate. Main office contact details and editorial rooms are provided.
The notice lists branch offices and contact details for the Standard Publishing Company in Butte and other cities, with addresses for newsstands in New York Chicago Minneapolis San Francisco Denver Salt Lake City Ogden Spokane Tacoma Seattle Portland and Kansas City. It also directs general correspondence to the Standard Publishing Company in Anaconda Montana.
A Arkansas Supreme Court candidate judge allegedly struck Governor Jeff Davis during a campaign meeting after a clash over questions. The judge was arrested for assault but friends intervened, quelling further hostilities. The incident echoes famous barroom brawls in Kentucky politics.
The Mississippi Democratic Party faces a heated second primary centered on race and rights. Major Vardaman and Senator Money lead rival factions, with Money winning the first primary but a second vote needed for the governorship. Political activity remains high as campaigns unfold statewide today.
The Mississippi gubernatorial race faces uncertainty as Vardaman trails in the wake of outside criticism. Money pledged a longer federal Senate term by arguing education is wasted on the Negro, a stance that Mississippi endorsed, potentially aiding Money’s ally in the governor’s race.
Tom Johnson led Ohio Democrats to a decisive convention result naming John Clark as senator and Johnson for governor. Clark’s speech nominating Johnson impressed delegates, who discussed a possible Hanna joint canvass. Analysts see a hard fight ahead for Hanna with Johnson and Clark aligned for the ticket.
Historical note describes New York City barber shop health rules going into effect and spreading to other states. Rules cover hand washing, no alum sticks, ban on powder puffs, single use towels, no sponges, thorough cleaning of brushes and tools, licensed physicians only for skin diseases, daily floor cleaning, provision of hot and cold water, and posting resolutions in shops.
The piece notes activists who pursue political control back Secretary Root as a gubernatorial candidate. Root’s supporters claim the effort is unwinnable, while the article hints at ongoing maneuvers shaping his bid.
The passage suggests Mr. Root plans to return to his professional work as a top New York lawyer after addressing the Alaskan boundary matter. It notes his high standing in the New York bar and states that resuming practice at the old office would quickly restore his reputation. It also mentions potential Supreme Court openings during Roosevelt’s term as possibilities within New York’s reach.
The piece discusses Secretary Cortelyou delaying corporate investigations to build solid foundations. It notes the Bureau of Corporations will study state laws and major firms, including insurers, before acting, possibly through October. It mentions figures like Tom L Johnson and Secretary Root's retirement timing, with broader commentary on political tempers and events.
Mr. Zimmerman who lost to Mr. Johnson in the heavyweight democratic championship of Ohio shows a less philosophical stance than his rival Mr. Corbett.
The passage discusses who qualifies as a spectacularist based on spectator spectacles. It notes the public is unaware of Captain Barr’s salary while Mr. Iselin appears to have secured a Barrgain. It suggests Professor Langley’s airship needs work before any trip to Sandy Hook and proposes a Shamock IV order.
The article notes Lou Dillon and the Reliance are titled to exchange compliments and congratulations as the racing season begins, signaling expectations and optimism for upcoming events.
The dowager Duchess of Argyll, the duke's third wife, is preparing the memoirs of her husband for publication. Part written by Argyll, the work is being completed from diaries and documents bequeathed to her, per his will. Herbert H. D. Peirce, third assistant.
A concise guide to sailing lingo defining close hauled and other wind orientations, beam width, bow and stern, port and starboard, windward and leeward, tack terms, and right of way rules for vessels under sail.
A government secretary travels with his wife and two children to inspect American consulates in Europe and tour major ports in Britain France Germany Austria and Russia for about two months. Also notes on stenographers aiding busy travelers and other assorted society items and anecdotes.
Two cloudbursts drenched Council Bluffs and lower districts, flooding streets and displacing families. The 24 hour rainfall reached six inches with Onawa totaling 4.75 inches. Rail lines including Northwestern Rock Island and Milwaukee faced washouts, halting trains and suspending streetcar traffic to Omaha. Damaged corn crops and thousands of dollars in stock losses are reported across 25 southwestern Iowa points.
Minneapolis August 26 Secretary of Agriculture Wilson spoke at the American Forestry association session detailing lumber industry figures and values. He warned that without timely action most timber tracts may vanish in about 15 years, urging farmer education to plant trees and government planting programs.
W L Stone and John Hanrahan met with the grievance committee in St Paul as a tentative proposal to General Superintendent Slade was reportedly rejected by the company. The exact demands remain undisclosed by both sides.
Ten pieces of the latest fall shades in a 54 inch granite weave offer good dust shedding and value at 1.25 yard with today’s price at 0.85 yard. A large variety of new wool paintings arrives at introductory price 0.65 yard. Priestley 48 inch black etamines and 50 inch tibelines in black are promoted as good value at 1.50 and 2.00 yard respectively. Also offered is 1.00 quality black cheviot for coats and skirts and a 0.50 yard 8 inch pebble cheviot in black and colors. A 48 inch canvas cloth in black and colors with mohair finish is priced as a good value at 1.75 yard.
Henry Frederick, who departed New York on July 2 aboard the Steamer Deutschland for a world circumnavigation, returned to New York on the New York Central railroad. He set a record by completing the voyage in 54 days 7 hours 20 minutes.
Mrs Parmenter died after being shot by her son in law Sunday following the slaying of his ex wife. E M Jones, a double murderer, surrendered to police by his son after wandering hungry and exhausted. Debates arise over a $500 reward for Jones and charges include the deaths of Mr Jones and Mrs Parmenter.
Havre Aug 26 F A Carnal and Frank Zirbes have gone to Kalispell on business tied to their claims against the Charlebois estate. The claims seek a refund of fees charged by W H Charlebois timber land center for lands found to be Northern Pacific lands. Several residents here hold similar claims.
The subject, known in society as Oakleys and the Rhinelanders, previously explored politics but grew weary and returned to his own preserves. He remains a man of independent means.
A Hartford Courant piece notes gains for prohibition under local option in Mississippi and Texas. It describes county by county status, with rural areas pushing for dry laws while cities may retain saloons. Prohibitionists seek a state constitutional amendment aided by farmers wary of “drink-madness.”
Mrs Edward W Hitchings wife of the New York Commercial owner died at the family home in Pasadena Cal. She was 31 and her newborn baby also died. The death occurred on August 26.
Lispenard Stewart follows Peter Marie as New York's noted social arbiter hosting famed dinners in Newport. Ten years ago Marie entertained leading figures at his Thirty-seventh Street house and Stewart now mirrors those hospitality tactics. He dines with the Countess of Minto and plans a high profile dinner for Miss Alice Roosevelt. Stewart is related to the city’s prominent circles.
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