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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1900
Page
6
The Standard Publishing Company lists its status as publisher and proprietor with daily distribution year round. It notes subscription rates payable in advance and postage details for U S Canada Mexico, plus a list of main and branch offices and newsstand locations across several cities.
The Anaconda Standard asserts a larger bona fide paid circulation than all other Montana daily newspapers combined. It states a six month daily and Sunday average ending June 3, 19% at 11,722.
The morning news reports arrests of Tuan, Chung, and others who tried to spark loyalty to the Boxers. They are expected to be executed under the terms of a joint note. The piece explains Chinese timekeeping tied to emperors, with a new year beginning on January 29 and the current reign entering its twenty-fifth year.
Analysis argues Republican votes oppose a bill giving civil service preference to veterans of the Civil Spanish and Philippine wars. It notes shifting voter share since the Civil War, the expanding size of the armed forces, and the political use of veteran appointments. It claims congressmen seek jobs for local boosters regardless of wartime service.
Senator Hoar advises lawmakers to think twice before punishing kidnapping for ransom by death. He argues that harsher penalties may lead to more killings or disappearances, noting kidnapping is among the most difficult crimes to tailor to punishment and that the burden falls on the poor while the rich remain largely exempt.
The text argues the public will imitate Mr. Cudahy by offering large rewards for kidnapers. This shift will improve detective business while making life harder for criminals, as wealthy parents seek to protect their stolen children and avoid dangerous outcomes.
The War Department fears delays in replenishing troops for the Philippines as June term expirations loom. Congress must replace volunteers, while enlisting and organizing new regiments faces slow progress and potential recapture of volunteers, amid dwindling enthusiasm since the Spanish War.
The writing suspects William Jennings Bryan will publish a periodical aligned with the Kansas City platform. It notes interest in a self supporting venture due to his authorship and doubts the plan will become a neutral national journal. It warns future relevance may shift with changing conditions.
The article compares a new newspaper project to The First Battle, calling it a limited venture unlikely to sway national politics. It suggests Bryan would fit a prestigious editorial role but that his real need is a paper uniquely reflecting his own individuality, a path the plan may not justify.
In New York a probate contest over Miss Helen C. Brush's will reveals that some Christian Scientists, who shun doctors, still use dentists. Dr Pease, a member and dentist, receives patronage from fellow Scientists. Witness Burns confirms believers consult dentists for toothache, challenging lay perceptions of Christian Science.
In a playful comparison, the leading juvenile is less thrilling than the rival from Omaha. The Helena youth, Mr. Clayberg, trails behind Mr. Cudahy of Omaha in public fascination.
A West Point student demonstrates focus and skill during an important exam, reportedly needing no Tabasco sauce to stay sharp. The incident underscores the student body’s dedication and preparation ahead of a critical assessment period.
Omaha papers loudly accuse Pat Crowe of theft or wrongdoing though concrete proof remains elusive. City editors frame the affair as a public dispute, with sensational rhetoric overshadowing verifiable facts.
After festive peak, the Christmas tree ends life in the yard behind the garbage can as neighbors reflect on the season.
The Kalamazoo kidnappers acted under the belief that John B. Clayberg served in the Montana legislature. The note indicates a misidentification of his political position and suggests the case involved mistaken political targeting.
Report notes that ordinary individuals showed notable talents yesterday across multiple activities. Observers highlight a surprising range of skills displayed by everyday people, sparking interest in hidden abilities and community demonstrations.
A call to start drafting and approving worthy resolutions that will take effect on January 1, 1901, marking a new year with planned reforms and goals.
The lantern used by the Cudahy kidnapers has been located but reveals few new clues about the abduction. Investigators note the artifact confirms approach but does not illuminate motive or suspects.
A US general proposition yesterday faced difficulty locating any kidnapping reports. Officials noted sparse incidents and limited leads as the day progressed.
State Senator elect Meyer of Red Lodge faces formal charges for kissing a pretty girl against her will. Before any court action at Deer Lodge, the case may reach a settlement if the complainant and defendant kiss and make up.
The article notes the findings have not been announced but sees no strong basis for proposing a Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Cadets. It reflects cautious expectations about potential reforms at the academy.
An unverified rumor circulates that some legislators may attempt to seize the long term senatorship and inform Hon. W. A. Clark that the seat is held for random. The tale suggests political maneuvering without concrete proof or names.
The Honorable Claus discharged the duties of his office with zeal fidelity and thoroughness as noted in contemporary records.
A fragment hints at a West Point centered study or evaluation related to Montana's senatorial scene. The text suggests a self-referential examination produced by West Pointers for West Pointers.
A Shanghai dispatch reports Prince Tuan has been arrested and faces execution. The note asserts his high rank should allow a swift death without additional punitive measures or spectacle.
The passage suggests Colonel Sanders will neither produce a proof against Senator Carter nor remain silent, leaving the fate of the investigation uncertain and highlighting possible political maneuvering.
Report notes that military actions in Africa threaten to spill over into the Cape Colony. Authorities assess implications for security, trade, and colonial defenses as tensions rise along surrounding fronts.
Senator Carter released an open letter in book form aimed at Colonel Sanders, presenting a formal appeal or demand as part of a broader strategy to hold Sanders accountable. The publication signals a political move designed to apply public pressure and spark attention among readers.
The Detroit Free Press condemns widespread mob rule as two Black murder suspects were lynched by about a thousand enraged citizens in Rockport Indiana based on a bloodhound's tip. The piece argues mob killings are murder in the eyes of God and man despite guilt or innocence.
The address of ex President Harrison at Ann Arbor offers a rallying point for McKinley backers who opposed his Philippine policy. Harrison was known to oppose imperialism, yet his decisive public stance surprised many who expected cautious, nonpartisan remarks from former presidents.
The Cincinnati Enquirer notes Mr. Hanna is widely recognized as a top political figure, whose legislative ambitions are evident though hampered by the subsidy bill’s defeat. The piece likens a statesman to a pugilist, warning he may overstay success and risk underestimating rival challengers.
Marcus Aurelius Hanna worries about senatorial limitations in the Minneapolis Times. He proposes expanding the upper house, funding its revenues, issuing bonds, and then acting as president and general manager.
The Cincinnati Enquirer notes a sneering ribald press toward Davida B. Hill yet asserts he has long public service and no evidence of misused funds. It argues no fault found in his private character and contrasts his moral credibility with louder professers who lack his qualifications.
The Philadelphia Times argues Hanna personifies the party's sordid commercialism and principle abandonment. It claims Hanna would expose the pretense of honesty and implies he could only win electoral votes by buying support in mining camps.
The Hartford Times argues that Benjamin Harrison embodies American principles in his Ann Arbor lecture and exposes un-American McKinley administration conduct. The piece counters claims labeling Harrison as mugwump or pessimist and portrays him as a focused critic of imperialism.
The text notes Speaker tiemerron dissatisfied with a portrait for last year, arguing the artist placed a man's head on a boy's shoulders though the likeness is good. It also lists varied brief notes on figures such as General Juan Luis Hueron, Colonel Charles W. Miller, and others, with scattered biographical lines.
A collage of humorous quips and wry exchanges from periodicals including Brooklyn Life Philadelphia Press Chicago Tribune and Detroit Free Press. Vignettes touch on religion love dinners work and everyday manners with punchy one liners and sharp lines.
The article praises the Boers for their conduct in the war, noting their mercy toward the wounded and prisoners, their discipline despite defeat, and the worldwide admiration they earned. It highlights their chivalry, resourcefulness, and steadfast loyalty to country, comparing them to historic English and American military figures.
In a Philadelphia Press excerpt Mike laments his earnings to Faith about the stingiest employer. Pat chides him as he notes his pay fell short of expectations. The dialogue highlights workplace frustration and humor in a close exchange.
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