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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1903
Page
7
Attorney General argues at length for the government in the celebrated merger proceedings. He contends the joint traffic and Trans-Missouri decisions apply to the case before the court, shaping the government’s stance in the Northern Securities dispute.
George G. Young argues for appellants that intercompany mergers and contracts among Northern Pacific and Great Northern railroads destroy competition. Attorney General Knox defends government view that such agreements restrain interstate commerce. Discussion covers authority of Congress to regulate competition and the impact of consolidation on property interests and ownership.
Washington import bills by Senator Ten yose to tighten laws on guessing contests and get rich quick schemes. Prohibits use of walls for transmission of lottery related signals and narrows jurisdiction of the post office act to curb local and federal wagering schemes.
Constantinople report blames Turkish authorities for interference with the work of the American consul general Mavis. The inquiry finds the consul had been delayed in Alvanadia and maltreated, prompting the legation to seek Washington guidance on actions to obtain satisfaction.
Edward Judson, a western gambler from Rutie Mont, cashed in dig cheeks totaling $52,000 at the Kentucky club in Hot Springs. He built a long winning streak at faro, with chips flung around and bets heavy, ending the session by cashing in around 1 o'clock. The night's play drew hundreds, including many women, and a new dealer eased the pace as Judson declared he could pick winners at will.
In a sweeping win, Mayor Collins earns a very large plurality amid a crowded field. The outcome reshapes the leadership for the local health board and related urban governance posts, signaling a shift in policy direction for the upcoming term.
Droston reports the Democrats won an overwhelming municipal victory. Mayor Paterel was reelected by a wide margin with 18,851 votes for Baerlea, Collins, and other candidates, while the council will be fully aligned next year. The election drew notable publicity and turnout.
Fragmentary OCR text notes a Cuban measure and senators with unclear garble. No coherent event, dates, or identifiable entities beyond Cuba and senators.
The Senate debated the Cuban bill and sugar policy withremarks from Perkins of California and Patterson of Colorado. Patterson warned Congress as a mouthpiece of the sugar interests threatens to destroy the American industry, while Perkins urged restraint amid foreign trade concerns.
Special Dispatch from Helena details a court dispute over fees in Walkerville where Judge Harney’s fees were disallowed. The case centers on the relationship of plaintiffs against the district guard and involves transfers of clerks and petitions to reopen the case. The plaintiff won judgment as objectionable items were noted and the supreme court heard the motion to reopen feebn caths.
A Stamford report says a woman suffered burns after an accidental spill of carbolic acid used for witch hazel mist. She was severely burned on the face but the injuries were not serious.
Congleton, the postmaster, was seized by masked robbers around 8 20 pm. He was dragged along railroad tracks toward Chattarey and later found confined in a fox cage inside a clinic. He survived but strength waned as friends urged him onward. A town search ensued and tracks led toward Chaitaroy.
Investigations span eight weeks surrounding Drucker’s death at Bethevie hospital. Charges allege heavy morphine and other drugs administered by Drager and Murphy. Murky accounts claim body mishandling and misstatement of death time, with valuable jewelry missing and a suspect in hiding as authorities trace movements from Vienna to Moscow via Warsaw.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a conflict involving the German Crown Prince and Emperor. Names and details are unclear, with garbled phrases suggesting a punishment or reprimand and possible mentions of states or officials, but the core event remains undefined in the surviving text.
Debragh faces charges after a school incident at the Stullids river area where a teacher claimed contagious skin disease among children. The teacher allegedly dismissed the group, and authorities were informed. Debragh may face further hearings as a result.
A damaged report outlines a failed plot to kill a U S minister. It describes alleged conspirators in New York and details surrounding the attempt tied to a figure named Powell. Authorities claim two prior unaided assaults preceded the intended strike.
Fragmented report describes escalating violence and protests in MGEPHE and Hang ba Amanyth area with mentions of sectarian clashes, foreign vessels, and military movements. Authorities warn of possible security responses as residents fear further disruption and casualties.
On December 15 a dispatch reports engineers on the Northern Daredlo WI regain the standing they held before the strike. The Monti division and other workers push for a broad restoration as talks with the Pwhnan union proceed. Officials discuss railway service, passenger lines, and crew readiness for the new year amid continued labor tensions.
A report describes authorities moving a suspect to the penitentiary to prevent a lynching. The scene details guards, a crowd, and measures used to secure the prisoner as legal actions proceed amid tension and public anger.
A garbled trial report describes lawyers, judges, and witnesses in a criminal case. It mentions letters and documents, court orders, and disputed evidence. Names and details are partially readable, with references to testimonies by detectives and counsel, and discussions of admissibility and purpose of the evidence.
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