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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1901
Page
2
Caracas reports that Germany plans a naval demonstration against Venezuelan ports but will postpone it until the Cuban revolution ends. The Venezuelan government seeks the discharge of German railway manager Herr Knoop, suspected as an accomplice. German rail traffic remains suspended.
Berlin reports no truth to Caracas dispatches claiming a German minister left Caracas after clashes with President Castro. The German charge d affaires remains in Venezuela negotiating with Castro, with no break in diplomatic relations. Secretary Hay expressed satisfaction with Germany’s peaceful pursuit of claims as Tageblatt cites war speculation.
The article quotes a government figure asserting that any misconduct alleged by an officer of either service would be sternly rebuked by President Roosevelt. It emphasizes a firm stand against improper conduct within military or police ranks and signals high level disapproval from the administration.
The London Times in Washington spurs debate on a U S Germany clash over Venezuela debts with English sympathy for America but warning against U S reliance on the Monroe Doctrine. Berlin dispatchs say an ultimatum is likely within three days and hostilities could follow, with German ships ordered to La Guaira and Caracas diplomacy continuing.
Berlin reports order for the small cruiser Gagelle to sail from Kiel to Venezuelan waters with possible additions to reinforce the German squadron in the Caribbean. German officials stress restraint to avoid alarming the United States while newspapers urge diplomacy and continued contact with Washington.
A Washington letter reports General Reyes, chosen by Colombia's congress to succeed the presidency, does not favor the call to office and is unlikely to accept. The move aims to ease factions within Colombia.
Morning papers weigh the gravity of the German Venezuelan dispute. Most agree Germany avoids provoking complications and will heed U S sensitivities, while The Daily Chronicle notes the United States lacks interest in using its guarantee against foreign aggression as a cloak for bad faith toward foreign powers.
Report says revolutionists aboard the steamer Darien fired on the Pacific Steam Navigation steamer St. Plerique en route to Pedregal. The United States gun boat Concord remains at Panama while the French cruiser d'Estres has arrived.
Berlin reports an official note this afternoon states negotiations between Germany and Venezuela persist and that the German minister remains in Caracas.
Samuel Bruner, a trusted prisoner and night shift fireman, escaped from the Idaho State Penitentiary by saddling a stable horse and riding off around 2 AM. The exit occurred outside the walls and was noticed after the lights failed about 3 AM. Bruner, who had one year remaining on a sentence for steering 1500 stranded sheep to the East, was last seen a mile southeast of Boise with no further trace.
Dynamiters exploded a house at Berlin near Skykomish last Sunday afternoon. Sheriff Cudihee received a dispatch from Berlin resident N Clambach seeking an immediate detective, as the blast caused feverish excitement with few details available.
Evanston police renew hope in a long unsolved disappearance of Miss Lorence Ely and her 13 year old nephew Frank Ely Rogers. A reward of 500 dollars remains in place as officers pursue a new lead by searching for a woman and boy together.
Torrential rains across Georgia Alabama and Eastern Tennessee caused four known deaths and widespread property damage. The Chattahoochee River rose with forecasts of further flooding while train service faced washouts and lines disrupted. West Point fatal drownings and a Notasulga freight wreck highlighted transportation crises as Rome saw heavy rainfall totals and rail routes limped on after washouts.
Heavy rains cause a dangerous freshet in the Schuylkill river lifting levels 15 feet above normal and flooding Manayunk Norristown plants. Bridges and rail tracks are submerged while two new Kensington homes collapse. Lower Susquehanna rises near danger. statewide creeks fall except near the river gorges.
Four men led by Ashley Cocke of Mississippi killed J. M. Rhea, a Vicksburg railroad engineer, on the Yazoo & Mississippi Valley line just south of Leland. They seized the train, forced uncoupling, and attempted to flee toward Shelby and Cleveland. all four were later captured with Phipps, Lauderdale, and Blackman arrested after the escape attempt.
Relatives in Wilsonville Nebraska fear Paul Exegert who ran a large town store was robbed and murdered after leaving for McCook December 15. He carried a $1426 draft intended to pay taxes and buy stock. A McCook bank later paid the draft and since then no word has come. No reason for his voluntary disappearance is known.
Norfolk reports deputy sheriff C. C. Overman says Charles Wilcox, held in the Cropsey murder case, was brought to Portsmouth jail after a survey post midnight Saturday. Jail officials deny Wilcox is being held there.
A Lakeview stockman’s son Jesse Coombs aged 20 shot himself on his father Pierce Coombs ranch about 15 miles from Reno. He had warned before that he planned to take his own life as a private sorrow.
Bakersfield California report states Bert Webb a blacksmith was killed Friday after a dispute about cards. Suspect A S Brady is at large with a $50 reward offered for his arrest. Webb was formerly a resident of Portland Oregon.
Beale Alabama December 30 Sheriff Hodges arrested Uriah Porter for the murder of William Fincher. Porter defied the community and Governor Jenks sent a militia company Saturday to assist in his capture. He is jailed in Opelika.
London dispatch reports Rome states the pope endures serious fainting fits. The claim underscores concerns about the pontiff's health and its potential impact on the Vatican leadership.
Severe washouts halted all outbound trains from Montgomery on December 30. Central of Georgia and Plant System tracks were repaired enough to allow some trains to run. A Louisville & Nashville passenger train hit a washout near Bushy Creek. the engine and cars derailed but no injuries. A main line trestle eight miles south is submerged and rising water threatens the Tallapoosa dam, recently completed at a cost of about half a million dollars.
The storm crippled train service in the past two days with traffic from the west on the Southern railway completely knocked out since last night. Trains on the Asheville Spartanburg division are water bound at Camp Bello, delaying passengers about six hours.
The Schuylkill River has risen steadily for 24 hours in Norristown Pennsylvania and the danger is said to be past. Much damage occurred to mills and factories in the area and the Port Kennedy bridge under construction was washed away.
Pittsburgh reports the flood danger from weekend rain eased by a cold snap. Rivers are falling and expected to peak at about a 20 foot stage, with headwaters dispatches noting declines at all points.
The Tennessee flood warning service says the river will reach 60 feet by 10 this morning and exceed 40 feet by tomorrow afternoon. Merchants move goods from basements as flooding looms.
A tremendous freshet in the James river lifts water above danger level at Columbia and floods the lower part of Richmond Virginia, cutting off the city’s southern districts.
Riley Mc Laughlin veteran hunter was found dead at the foot of a 300 foot cliff on Deer Creek. His dog guarded the body during a night of searches before the drifted rope rescue revealed the fatal fall and location. The dog’s cries aided investigators.
Three hundred fifty feet of the Anderson Light and Power company dam at Portman Shoals in the Seneca River washed away last night. Damage estimated at least 100000 dollars.
An old ad promises a cure for a cold with Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets. It states druggists refund money if it fails to cure and mentions W. B. Grove's signature on each box.
Jules Cambon the French ambassador arrived in New York from Havre aboard the La Champagne. He spoke on a pending treaty with the United States and emphasized mutual benefit and strong Franco American friendship. He downplayed Venezuela tensions and noted Germany's creditor disputes as unrelated to French interests.
J F Hill fell into a hay press while feeding it on J L Sargent’s Box Elder farm. His leg was severely crushed and he may lose a foot.
Chattanooga Tennessee report says an average of three inches of rain fell Saturday and caused water to rise over the three foot danger line by 10 o clock. Water continues to rise as observers monitor the river conditions.
A New York dispatch reports at Ville Franche yesterday afternoon sailors from the Albany and the Chicago clashed. A seaman named Dillon of the Albany was seriously stabbed. three assailants from the Chicago disappeared.
McLaughlin fell to his death near a cliff in Big Horn country after approaching too close and slipping. A loyal dog followed the ascent, aiding no one but accompanying the body to the cliff. Friends brought the body to town. death appeared instantaneous with hours elapsed.
Olympia Washington December 30 The funeral plans for the late Governor Rogers are announced. The body lies in state at the family home tomorrow for public viewing. Services commence Wednesday morning at the residence. The casket moves by special train with national guard escort to Tacoma for state lie in until 1 pm, then to Puyallup for final service and full military honors including Masonic rites.
New York Dec 30 United States minister to Chile and Bolivia under Lincoln Dr James Snyder Mackie died today at his home in Newark N J aged 78 He was born in Cincinnati and served on General Stone's staff during part of the Civil War later worked in the state department and headed the bureau of South American republics for several years
William H. Cowles died at his Wilkesboro home today. He was a Confederate Army officer and served four terms in Congress.
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