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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1913
Page
1
Agreement reached between Republicans and Democrats in the Senate sets up a final currency vote tomorrow. The plan outlines a bipartisan path to passage with leadership backing and procedural support anticipated to finalize the measure.
In Washington on December 17 1913 a senate deal set final passage of the administration currency bill for Friday December 18 with limited debate. Amendments limited to 15 minutes per senator and a possible Saturday recess. Hitchcock proposed changes to extend bank deposit guarantees and note maturity drew sharp opposition from Crawford and McCumber who warned it would hobble western banks. Democratic leaders met to prepare for joint conference and expect Wilson to sign before Christmas.
In a tense political moment Aries voices from the rally era note that those who denounced reform measures are labeled reactionary while Danes warn against panic and call for steady democratic action.
At a North Carolina Society dinner in New York on December 17, Josephus Daniels condemns opponents of reform as reactionaries and stand-patters. He cites hysteria as democracy and urges measures like initiative, referendum, and primaries while praising a stronger navy and criticizing protections for entrenched interests. The briefing notes attendees including Rear Admirals Osterhave and Winslow, and Capt. Gleaves.
Special Dispatch to the Standard Great Falls Dec 17 A tour by H B Barling vice president Seattle and W B Foster general superintendent Beattie and E H Barrett assistant general superintendent Butte details a planned service on the recently completed Milwaukee line between Great Falls and Lewistown They inspect terminals and plan trips with Burroughs Bradley and stabletin to organize local freight forces No freight moved yet but over 5000 cars of grain have shipped from points east A daily freight train each way is expected within about a week
Mexico City reports a five banker committee proposes a presidential decree making state bank notes legal tender nationwide with a guaranty fund from state banks deposited at the national bank and a government guarantee. The move aims to relieve the currency shortage as central bank reserve funds dwindle and withdrawals grow at the Bank of London and Mexico.
Ojinaga Mexico Dec 17 General Salvador Mercado chief of the federal army of the North announced that Ojinaga will be evacuated in a few days and the army will march toward Chihuahua City to recapture it from the rebels If attacked or fortified near Chihuahua Villa and the rebels threaten Torreon the army would check rebel activity.
Indianapolis authorities indict a Princeton couple Martin W Farris and his wife with their daughters Louise Ora in a major matrimonial swindle case. Louise pleads guilty while Farris and wife switch and withdraw pleas as district attorney Miller outlines the government case. Ora has been arraigned. sentencing pending.
Commission to examine Harry J Thaw. Final vote on currency pin tomorrow. Parades of Calumet strikers curtailed. Sailor Petroskey gains decision over Renz. Rampolla body lies in state. Pomel oldest resident dead. Ordnance for second hand men earnings ends. Sacred Heart organ modern build. Financial news and classified ads on Standard page.
Calumet Michigan December 17. Grand jury indictments expected tomorrow on violations in the copper mine strike zone. Two hundred witnesses to appear. no more parades by strikers. Three square miles of Houghton county guarded by two thousand deputies. Ten strikers arrested today for rioting. Also tied to the October stoning of a Northwestern train at Hancock, held for circuit court trial. Christmas cheer planned for striking families by a wealthy local benefactor.
London dispatch reports Sir Grey the secretary of state for foreign affairs told constituents in Northumberland that progress remains limited. He said no settlement on the home rule rate question has yet been accepted, with consent sought as a path forward.
A thaw commission examines a historic 1888 case in Hampshire as a judge determines material terms and terms of release. Officials assess legal actions and outcomes related to the inquiry. The proceedings focus on establishing proper procedure and accountability.
Concord New Hampshire December report states a federal court commission will assess if Harry K Thaw on bail would threaten public peace and safety. Members include Frank Streeter Morton Prince George Blumer R L Bancroft and Charles Bancroft. The panel may hear additional testimony and the court will schedule further hearings on bail.
A fragmented report notes heavy cuts in southern vote totals amid a campaign push by national committees to win broad support. Officials indicate a swing in turnout and strategic shifts ahead of key returns.
Special Dispatch to the Standard from Washington reports Senator Walsh visiting the treasury department to learn why no action has been taken on nominating Harry Fisher of Helena as assayer in charge of the Helena assay office. Walsh and Myers had urged Fisher's appointment months ago, while action delays suggest possible discontinuance of western assay offices. WalSh plans to press Secretary McAdoo for action and may seek a meeting.
Chicago detectives pursue leads in the disappearance of Jessie Evelyn McCann, a Brooklyn social worker. Mrs. Mary Fisher identified a young woman matching the missing woman's photo as seen December 9, and Dr. G A Remington corroborated professional contact. The woman expressed plans for an operation described as appendicitis while in the hospital area. Fisher stated the visitor appeared unfamiliar with Chicago and seemed refined, pale, and possibly from New York.
Washington December meeting of the Republican National Committee saw Montana's delegation, led by Lanstrum, secure retention of eight representatives after a motion to reduce Montana’s representation to seven was amended to preserve current seats. The session reflected harmony and rising interest in a get together movement within the party.
Washington reports the Republican National Committee adopted a reform measure reducing southern representation from 33 to 16 percent in national nominating conventions. A three member subcommittee was named to draft an immediate ratification appeal to states, with a 1918 convention planned to nominate president and vice president under the new basis.
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