11 Dec 1912
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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1912
Page
1
Fragmentary OCR notes show Beckman’s case with the board and related references to negotiations or appeals. The text is incomplete but implies a formal dispute process involving Beckman and board authorities with possible timeline or procedural terms.
Acting Governor Leighton commuted the sentence of Beckman for the murder of Helen Welly after a hearing that drew protests from supporters of clemency and opposition from the victims’ family. Warden Conley argued Beckman’s reform and language skills, while prosecutors and sister of the murdered girl denounced mercy. The full board will decide if the commutation stands or if the original life sentence is upheld.
Theodore Roosevelt and George W. Perkins led remarks at a Progressive Party national conference. Roosevelt attacked Idaho Supreme Court rulings on presidential electors and party petitions, while Perkins defended progressive loyalties and insisted he supports continued progressive means. The Idaho court ruling addressed petition nomination limits for electors and state officials.
Testimony by Alovert G. M. Ross claiming a 1910 Detroit plot by unionists to explode targets and payoffs was disputed by witnesses at the conspiracy trial. Wachmeister and Hopkins denied financing or involvement, while Ross faced questions about a letter and alleged spying.
Officials report a fire discovered yesterday morning near West Stewart mine area, likely caused by carelessness. Sixty men on three shifts fought the blaze with water and coal mine supports prepared. gas is mild and smoke hampers effort. Authorities expect full control by tomorrow or Thursday with containment in place.
A devastating blaze destroyed three head city fending establishments tonight, sweeping the Gibson hotel Ren Ags Latham department store and Union Trust building. The incident left uncertain loss of life with eleven taken to safety after smoke-filled upper floors. Fire crews and hotel guests reportedly escaped, while police fear some occupants may have perished.
Special Dispatch to the Standard reports Neo W. Riley, also known as Wallspeil, withdrew his not guilty plea and pleaded guilty to murder in the second degree. Judge Erickson sentenced him to zero years in the state penitentiary. Riley, 42, an ex prizefighter, was linked to an alleged murder plot with accomplices in a dispute on a North Fork rendezvous at Eagle Nea, following a street altercation.
London dispatch reports rising tension between Austria and Servia as Vienna plans a note to Belgrade and may press Servia to align policy with Russia. Vienna indicates hard line while Russia purportedly remains neutral, shaping a fragile balance amid Vienna’s warnings.
Special Disputels to the Standard Washington bee reports Representative Pray faces slim chances to pass the Crow Bill this session. He cites strong opposition from the Indian side and the broader party division. The article notes the plan urged by the Chamber of Commerce and Pray’s belief that correcting misimpression is key.
A damaged fragmentary report recalls a battleship encounter near Dart JeakIig Imdiy as a boat sank before dawn. The Centurion forecastle was found later, with debris and unclear fate for the crew.
Special Disnaich reports hundreds visited the Milwaukee exhibit, staged in tie Atlas yard. The display featured giina, granses, fruits and vegetables from Montana and Washington with Montana’s space described as the largest. Attendees praised the car’s design and the silver tint, while the railroad was credited for supporting the state through the mediation.
Congressman elect warns against cutting the appropriation of 109,090 for Flathead reclamation. He says halting now would stop work until next spring, jeopardizing ditching and water delivery to Montana settlers while opponents push for a 175,000 estimate.
Hearing details influence of financiers on New York money markets and the Morgan firm. Untermeyer and others testifying on clearinghouse practices, bank funding, and loans tied to stock exchange dynamics. Witnesses describe connections between banking power and corporate credit, with committees planning further testimony.
Fragmented testimony portrays allegations of influence peddling involving Judge Archbald and Marion Company affairs. Boland accuses Archbald of collusion with railroads and calls for responses to perceived misconduct. Witnesses discuss attempts to pressure discounts and railroad settlements amid impeachment proceedings.
Senator Miyers reports reception by Governor Wilson and plans future talks on Norris candidacy for Montana’s governor. Wilson will discuss after Miyers returns to New York. several recommendations have been sent, but Norris prospects remain uncertain amid Democratic senators. Governor Norris left for Washington this morning.
A garbled report describes authorities confronting alleged cruel guardians in a Catalan setting. The text mentions France and Catalonia with unclear phrases about eyeing or harming a child and an arrest likely related to a planned wrongdoing.
A mother sings to her infant when her dress catches fire from a tire coat. She pulls the child from danger to a shawl, then runs into the yard and vanishes into the snow. She dies shortly after, and the child's fate remains unclear.
Senator Myers prepared to introduce an amendment restoring the Helena assay office funding, aiming to match the prior year's appropriation after the House rejected it. He expects adoption by the Senate. The public building omnibus bill will be reported after holidays, with Pray proposing a $5.00 public buildings fee for Helena.
A mangled market note from New York suggests bankers maintained calm on March 10 as Austrian loan prospects drew attention. The piece cites no imminent war threat among major powers and hints at cautious financing amid European tensions.
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