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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Dec 03, 1909
Page
2
A drunken disturbance near City Hall led to a woman choking herself in a jail cell. Officers found her unconscious with improvised restraints from cloth. She was revived, then removed to a hospital as a precaution. The incident prompted a quick response from Chief O'Brien and staff at Strath's.
A dispatch reports Foresters of America converging on Washington for a national meeting beginning December 6. Delegates will discuss standardization of the organization, protective policies, and operating rules, with emphasis on forest protection and cooperative practices among chapters.
The fragment describes strikes not affecting the city and railroad workers coordinating limited shipments. Mentions a lack of union members on a Northern line branch and vague references to ships, routes, and local authorities without clear events or dates.
Nev. b George Young, secretary of the National Woolgrowers association, issued a call for a convention of the association at Oaden Man on June 6 7 and 8. The event is described as a chief topic with tables in os Inada. Twelve hours after the store was hit, sentences for Paul Jones and Duke Crum were reported as four years each in the penitentiary.
The document records resolutions on a strike dispute between railways and their employees. It notes proposals to submit the controversy to arbitration, the duty of the government to seek just settlement, and public statements about railway employees continuing work unless a fair resolution is reached. It references discussions in the press about arbitration and the parties involved, urging a prompt and equitable adjustment.
An advertisement touts Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as a remedy for indigestion and wind in the stomach. It claims a free trial package and urges readers to treat symptoms before visiting a drug store, asserting wide doctor usage and ease of home access.
An advertisement extols a tooth cleanser that cleanses, preserves, and beautifies teeth without injury while imparting purity and fragrance to the breath, claiming to instantly remove the odor of tobacco.
The document protests a refusal by leaders to accept reforms. It condemns the conduct and warns of severe punishment by a humane and far-sighted public. The piece asserts this refusal harms Northwest progress and the welfare of workers.
Special Dispatch reports no change in the switchmen strike at Missoula with freight trains largely halted on the Northern Pole and western Milwaukee extension. Rumors of crews from Seger Union being sent west proved unfounded as union leaders explain refusal to cross picket lines and rail work stoppages persist amid tense conditions.
Local freight sent out and another brought in as switchmen strike activities continue. Northern Pacific yards show two engines inspecting rail cars while one remains in service. union members and partial Brotherhood of Railway Trainmen participation affect staffing. Officials foresee a quick end as most workers remain on the job though disruptions persist. Freight from the west and redacted mines supply lines indicate ongoing efforts to move merchandise despite winter conditions. A crew reportedly moved to Teed Lodge for alignment with union interests.
Special dispatch reports Gallatin Valley grain shipments halted as freight cars and lines face disruption. Northern Pacific and Gallatin Interurban services constrained, with no car storage for inbound loads. Farmers already enjoying good prices now see market movement paused as two weeks of county crop output stalls. Stock cars were set aside for weeks, with no immediate effort to resume orders.
In Helena local dispatches report the coal reserve is sufficient for ten days. Fred Kennedy, yardmaster for the Northern Tavisic yard, notes a switchman began work at 7 this morning and Florensa raids are ready for Musdoess once freight moves. City officials say no word on any return or additional details.
A commodity market estimate notes coal supply should last 11 days in worst weather. No price rise anticipated unless mines raise prices. stores stock apples, potatoes, cabbage, and vegetables. Delays could threaten meat and other goods, but some lines expect little impact if strike ends soon.
Striking railroad workers halted Northern Pacific freight movements, with two freights sent out and more expected tomorrow. Union crews allege pressure from strikebreakers, predicting a total halt to freight and passenger service unless terms are reached.
Kalispell reports the tin strike of the scheinhen affects nearby routes but not the town directly. Freight movements decrease as lumber flour and grain cannot be moved to market, yet local labor can handle the reduced workload with few workers.
In St Paul on December 2 Conference managers disputed a Spokane rumor that engineers and firemen sought wage gains. General managers claimed no individual demands had been made and officials said acts would mirror the switchmen settlement, with broader territory involved and no planned stir.
Duluth Minnesota December 7 ... Brotherhood of Railway Employes met and decided 3 percent of striking switchmen will return to work tomorrow mainly for Northern Pacific. The policy shift followed past membership patterns with former switchmen joining the American Federation of Railway Employees and related unions. A poll shows most returnees are with Railway Brotherhood or Switchmen unions.
No new developments reported in Great Falls as the strike widens. About 1,200 workers idle at the smelter after closure. Great Northern holds freight trains off the Butte division. Authorities anticipate continued disruption as wages and duties tighten.
A forthcoming Margaret theater presentation features Bev erly of Ryvstark and the Diggask Successes of thy prink Wheat Midnt, with George Barre Mee Civheny as lead. The production promises original songs, refined costuming, and a polished touring company directed by Messrs Vela- Deitera Norris.
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