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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1903
Page
13
Passengers on the steamship Menominee endure a severe storm while at sea, lingering fear and relief as crew maintain course and safety measures. Weather roils the waters and headlines describe a tense voyage marked by resilience and calm rescues.
Passengers of the Atlantic transport steamer Menominee recount a hurricane encounter after leaving London December 3. A 60 foot wave crippled the vessel, snapping the rudder post and disabling steering. One sailor died and three seamen were seriously injured as the ship rolled in the trough of the sea for five days before rigging a temporary gear and reaching Falmouth then Liverpool, with many passengers later arriving in New York aboard the Cedric.
Eureka report to the Salt Lake Tribune recounts a deadly brawl at Finn hall in Utah where John Eastman died from two shotgun wounds, John Backman was fatally shot, Miss Anna Crowlef was badly injured, and Charles Peterson and Herman Backman were jailed. The clash began after drinking by the Backman brothers, escalated to a firearm exchange, and left John Backman seriously wounded with a likely fatal hip injury.
Thomas Jones, a noted mining man from Salt Lake City, died by cyanide at the St. James hotel in Denver this evening. He was reportedly despondent over financial affairs. Denver, Dee, 2%.-
A broad storm system sweeps the nation, covering the East, West, and South with strong winds, heavy rain, and travel disruptions. Authorities warn of downed trees, flooded roads, and localized power outages as meteorologists track the storm’s path and timing.
A 50 mile per hour gale and brief blizzard struck Louisville on December 25, driving the ferry City of Jeffersonville between Louisville and Jeffersonville to shore and causing heavy wind damage. Passengers were rescued after a two hour ordeal as five story buildings and chimneys were blown down and temperatures plummeted. Chicago and St. Louis also reported storm effects in the same system.
Chicago reports a severe snowstorm and cold wave beginning at 9 AM, totaling 3.44 inches with drifting due to a northwest gale. Temperatures fell from 16 above to 4 below, with 10 below expected by dawn. Outlying streetcar lines crippled by drifting snow and wind.
Washington Indiana reports a five story building blown down in a fierce windstorm. Six men who took shelter within escaped moments before the collapse as telephone and telegraph lines lay down. Seymour also records storm damage in the area.
A severe blizzard struck Indianapolis at 5 pm on Christmas Day, bringing a rapid temperature drop. Reports from across Indiana indicate a powerful wind storm with gusts around 40 miles per hour. Temperature fell from 32 above at 5 pm to 2 below by midnight.
Petersburg Indiana experienced a severe snow and windstorm this afternoon. Six inches fell, winds toppled trees and signs, and several houses lost roofs. The natural gas power house caught fire and burned as temperatures plummeted by 18 degrees in an hour.
A blinding snowstorm roars through Columbus, Ohio, with winds up to 50 miles per hour. By midnight only minor damage reported as temperatures drop sharply, and traffic remains difficult to manage.
Burlington report says a fierce blizzard swept Burlington Iowa today with temperatures plunging by 30 degrees. Heavy snow and strong winds created dangerous travel conditions across the city.
Hudson New York December 25 a Hollowville farmer Joseph Philipps murdered his three motherless children over his failure to buy Christmas gifts and later hanged himself in a neighbor’s barn.
Henry Devlin died at Cottage State Hospital bringing the death toll to 65 from the Duquesne limited wreck on the Baltimore and Ohio line near Dawson. Funeral services for Connellsville victims will be held after Christmas as undertakers are overworked. Special services were held in coke region Protestant churches and Father Fienello’s Catholic funeral will be Saturday. The unknown victims will be cared for by borough and relief funds will aid unclaimed bodies. Rail officials pursue cause. no single blame likely.
Special dispatch reports Arthur Brown jailed in Fort Benton after signing C. W. Young's name to orders and receiving several loads of coal.
Rumors say most of the armed republic supports General Jiminez as he leads a large insurgent force toward the capital. The provisional government guards the city while San Pedro de Macoris pledges support to the rebels amid a bleak economy from prepay duties. The U S Panther and Newport gunboats arrived, along with German vessels Vineta Gazelle, and Dutch warship De Ruyter sighted.
Trinidad Colorado December 25 George Badger a Black porter wounded May Woerkel then shot himself in a personal crisis. He had been infatuated with Sadie Coffee a white roommate of Miss Woerkel and, after being spurned, hid in her room intending a serious incident. He mistook Miss Woerkel for his target and struck her. The wounded woman is not believed to die. Both Badger and Sadie Coffee formerly lived in Fort Dodge Kansas.
Philadelphia dispatch reports Hugh A. Mullen, 56, co owner of the Sunday World, struck and killed by a moving train tonight. An accident insurance policy for 5000 dollars was found in his pocket, and he was a noted local political figure.
In Baltimore on December 25, three men named William Geebel aged 20, Frederick Haberstraw aged 82, and William Beckhusser aged 38 were found dead in their room. They were butchers who had retired late the previous night. The cause is believed to be gas flow not turned off, resulting in asphyxiation.
Miss Lillian Bennett arrived in New York aboard the Cedric from Liverpool and learned her fiancé Ambrose Good of Newcastle Pa died in a railroad wreck at Connellsville Pa on Wednesday night. With no funds or relatives to claim her, she must be returned to England under quarantine rules.
Parker, the Montana forger who escaped custody en route to Portland for trial, was captured late last night at Condon, Oregon by Gilliam County sheriff. He offered no resistance. Despite wealthy parents offering to cover losses, the district attorney says Parker will be prosecuted.
Chicago on Christmas Day. William Kauffman, nephew of George Kauffman, killed his cousin Rosa Kauffman and wounded his aunt Mrs Rega Kauffman during a quarrel over Christmas presents. He fled and has not been arrested.
Miss Smith of Kinross Iowa lives a healthy life after spleen removal by Dr William Jepson at the University of Iowa hospital. The unusual case will be presented to the American Association of Surgeons in Denver next week.
Colon rejoices as the British government recognizes the republic of Panama. Governor Melendez orders unrestrained celebration with an armed escort and marching crowd. At dusk a torchlight procession forms before the British consulate as bell and band music echo.
W. J. Buchanan United States minister presented credentials to Panama's provisional government amid an enthusiastic reception. He conveyed President Roosevelt's regards and hopes for Panama's peaceful progress and prosperity. Jose Augustin Arango, junta president, responded noting Roosevelt's accreditation letter as evidence of North American justice and good will toward Panama.
Washington December 25 Gen Rafael Reyes the Colombian minister on a special mission spent a busy day preparing his mail for Colombia It is supposed these dispatches contain a full copy of the statement he gave to Secretary Hay about the secession of the Panama department Late in the afternoon Secretary Root Acting Secretary Loomis and Senor Walker Martinez the Chilean minister visited Dr Reyes Their visits were described as social.
Thousands cheered the marine battalion at the south terminal as they departed Boston for Philadelphia to sail Monday on the Dixie. Company A forms the detachment bound for Panama with General Elliott, part of the force to be deployed from the navy yard.
Carlisle Indian team wins decisively over California eleven by 23 points to nil in ideal weather. Captain Johnson shines as quarterback and main playmaker with trick plays and all goals in the second half. Crowd of about 7,000 praises the Carlisle team and Johnson as he is carried aloft.
Allentown, Pa. coroner and police investigate the death of Mrs. Agnes Minerva Leiby at William Clader’s home. Ex-policeman William Kunkle held for inquest. possible further arrests. Postmortem inconclusive. death claimed from natural causes after eating three dozen spiced Christmas cakes. She was 26 with a four year old daughter. her husband had deserted her.
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