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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1901
Page
2
The jury found Mrs Lolanda Henry Bonine not guilty of murdering James Seymour Ayres Jr. at the Kenmore hotel on May 13. The verdict, delivered after about five hours, was greeted with subdued relief. Bonine and family plan to remain in Washington.
Special Dispatch reports a head end collision near Chestnut 15 miles west of Livingston. Fireman George Wakelander of Livingston suffered a broken leg while Engineer Miles Ray and Engineer Joseph Lowery's locomotives sustained minor damage. No serious injuries to others. traffic delay minimal.
A wrecking train was dispatched from the city and cleared the track quickly after the collision became inevitable, restoring line clearance in a short time.
An old advertisement touts Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets as a cure for a cold in one day with a no cure no pay offer for 25 cents. The copy emphasizes quick relief and a money-back promise.
Near Aurora Oregon Thurston Grim a respected farmer shot and killed John Roppel in a quarrel over a road surveying dispute. Grim claimed self defense after Roppel fired at him four times. Grim surrendered to authorities in Salem after the incident.
From Willemstadt Curacao December 18 authorities report a pause in Germany Venezuela talks due to Casu Cas dispatches in American newspapers. Washington is blamed for allowing Germany to press its claim while Venezuela rejects a two million dollar loss claim. Italy alone adheres to a prior treaty. Disconto Bank of Berlin may join claims. Tension grows over potential January upheaval in Venezuela.
The marriage of Miss Helen Hay, daughter of the secretary of state, to Payne Whitney of New York will be held February 6 at the Church of the Covenant in Washington. Rev. Tunis Hamlin will officiate with two visiting clergymen assisting. About 600 invitations will be issued.
Berlin reports worsening labor conditions per Arbeitz Markt. In November there were 224 job applications for vacancies versus 200 in October, signaling a growing gap between openings and applicants.
Secretary Long sent to the house additional estimates for naval improvements. Figures include 203000 pounds for Cavite and 314000 dollars for Puget Sound and 260000 dollars for Mare Island California.
Paris reports Chilean officials deem Argentine war alarms unwarranted but a strong patriotic mood and large offers of support pour in. Argentina reserves were reportedly called up though officials doubt capability. US and Brazil may mediate while Chilean sentiment remains wary and hopeful for peace.
The American Federation of Labor met in Scranton and rejected plans to raise vice presidents from six to eight. A ten cent per member per month levy was approved, with half earmarked for a defense fund. The body also debated boycotts against an Ohio cash register maker and tabled a militia roof clause while dropping anti anarchy and anti subsidies resolutions.
New York reports nine teams remain of an original sixteen in the Maison Square garden track event. On the fifth day with midnight closing approaching, riders conserve energy for the final push. Attendance hit 7 000 as standings show leaders about 133 miles behind the record with figures listing pairs and miles.
Mail advices from Kingston Jamaica dated December 13 report yellow fever in St Lucia British West Indies. A case has appeared at Purboadoes.
London December 13 Cortenay Walter Bennet who has served as British consul general at Bilbao since 1900 has been gazetted consul general of Great Britain at San Francisco.
A federal jury in Helena trials Robert E Lee and Sam Garvin for alleged wholesale cattle theft from the Crow tribe. Indictments cite 40 to 1000 head moved to Garvin basin with altered brands 5 D and Co U. Witnesses include 24 government officials and 6 defense, case to run through next week.
Townsend December 13 The jury found Kimber guilty of manslaughter with a mercy recommendation. The judge later sentenced him to eight years in the penitentiary at hard labor, and he was taken to the county jail for transport to the west on the morning train.
American Smelting & Refining will permanently close the Argentine plant about February 1 as the back parts are outdated and costly to retrofit. Manager Page reported after returning from the East, noting Omaha plant remains in operation.
John O. Malloy, secretary of the Republican State Executive Committee, returned from Washington and confirms a breach between Senators Hanna and Foraker with Foraker refusing any concessions in organizing the legislature.
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