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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1902
Page
1
Sultan's troops abandon guns ammunition and tents and retreat to Fez as opposing forces close in. Casualties reported with 2000 rebels affected by the engagement.
News from London reports the Moish imperial army under the pre tender to the throne crushed at Taza by rebels. Imperial troops abandoned guns and provisions, fleeing to Fez with a shattered force. Correspondents note royalist sentiment in Fez but warn of siege risk as rebel forces advance, boosting pretender support and alarming authorities.
Caracas reports a lively clash between revolutionists and government forces near Cuay, Coro, with artillery claimed by rebels. Gen. Refer Castriera holds his post as an armistice ends, while U.S. Bowen and foreign ministers discuss Roosevelts stance on arbitration and a move to The Hague.
Wauelan appoints Taue Caprater, son-in-law of former President Crespo, to the position of secretary of legacy in a surprise governance move. Caprater’s ties to Crespo signal a strategic shift in the administration as he assumes the new portfolio.
Washington reports that Venezuela seeks arbitration with Great Britain and Germany through The Hague tribunal. The United States acts as intermediary, guiding talks toward a formal hearing. Ten new features emerged as parties push for a final settlement while avoiding harm to American shipping.
Pittsburg December 2 The golden jubilee of the Passionist Fathers in the United States opens with solemn mass in the monastery of St Paul of the Oratory. Cardinal Gibbons assists as Cardinal Kean Archbishop Shanahan and other prelates attend the ceremony.
Solemn pontifical mass led by Archbishop P J Ryan followed by afternoon services under Archbishop Donahue with benediction. Mass planned for morning with Archbishop Burke and Cardinal. Great crowds taxed streetcars. one wreck caused 5000 feet of coasting before a wheel broke. Two men from Timex and Post suffered severe injuries. others lightly hurt. Fire in stove spread to wreckage. quick rescue by passing cars.
Nine people died in New York today from varied causes including self harm, poisoning, carbon monoxide exposure, and accidents. Names ages and specific incidents appear among cases, with several deaths linked to falls and hazardous environments.
The Glace Bay Marconi wireless station maintains improving contact with Cornwall as Marconi stays briefly before departing for Cape Cod. In the interim two to three messages are being resent with most dispatches aimed at Europe and Ireland.
In Pekin on December 2 the American donation ladies hosted Lieut Gen Miles and his party. Dowager Empress Dowager Conger attended a luncheon and a diplomatic reception then joined a dinner in the general's honor. Tomorrow the minister will host further officials.
The Apostolic Delegate in Porto Rico arrives in San Juan this afternoon as large crowds fill the waterfront area. Police and city officials report orderly conduct during the prestigious visit and gatherings at the dock and nearby chapels.
In St Louis on December 2, two children Mary Galleane and Ant Ande Casteraca aged 11, fell through ice while skating on the river opposite Olive Street tonight and drowned. Hasamno age 1 trapped but was rescued. Mary Galleane remains missing.
The United States Army transport Sherman struck a rock south of Manila Friday night causing a heavy shock and water in forward bilges. The ship steadied itself, resumed under its own steam, and arrived in Manila with no disorder aboard. Crew and bandmaster handled the crisis well and cargo remained undamaged.
J C Dolan of Havre proprietor of the Halfway House between Havre and Fort Assiniboine is missing. He arrived yesterday morning with his team and wagon, hired a horse, then disappeared leaving stalls and bar fixtures at the Lane Haltway house. Hailey has attached the stock of equipment and there is a $131 claim noted.
Manila dispatch reports government expeditions targeting banditry in Luzon with unusual activity. Municipal presidents from provinces and Rizal assist the native constabulary in pursuing the bandits.
Madrid reports the appointment of Vice Admiral Cervera, who surrendered near Santiago de Cuba, to the post of chief of staff of the navy. The decision was published in the official newspaper.
New York reports Cornelius Van derbilt continues to improve as his temperature gradually drops toward normal. Attending physicians say his progress is steady and favorable. Petersburg reports a coal mine fire at achmut trapping miners underground with twenty rescued and fears for others.
Rome reports a severe earthquake shock felt in Syracuse Sicily this evening. The tremor caused alarm across the town, with locals seeking safety as officials assess damage. The incident follows ongoing seismic concerns in the region and prompts authorities to check infrastructure and response readiness.
Dispatches from Hakodate describe maritime disasters in the Malacca straits with several vessels sunk, dozens of sailors missing, and passengers lost. Reports mention the steamer Klang colliding with Tokio Ahipu Kong and the Bunsang Yan incident, plus a fatal fire near Suttsu aboard Hokuan Maru with eighteen crew deaths. Japanese sealers also suffered losses but overall strong seasonal profit.
The Wanstead collision on Grand Trunk lines left 28 dead, with no fatalities today. Fireman Rickett’s body was found buried in snow beside the derailed engine, and an unidentified woman’s body was at the morgue. Dispatcher Kerr says orders were misread and a “bust” of orders occurred, prompting inquiries.
In Butte at the Thornton hotel shortly after 1 am, Robert Fitzsimmons knocked former manager Ball with a left hook. Ball staggered against a desk corner, suffering a laceration. The altercation arose over contract talks with Jack Munroe and Ball, linked to an athletic show. Fitzsimmons said Ball would not accompany the show from Butte, and disputes over payments and treatment fueled the conflict. The scene drew Jeffries and Munroe witnesses, and the parties planned to continue discussions as the matter moved toward resolution.
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