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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1916
Page
4
Helena Dec 30 Noting shift from steam to electric power in Montana plants the annual report of State Coal Inspector John Sanderson shows 1916 coal production rose by one million tons over 1915 totaling 59 mines. Output value rose by 1.26 million dollars with 102 miner accidents 29 fatal across 1915 and 1918.
Helena, Dec 30 The supreme court reversed Sheridan county district court ruling and orders the county commissioners to hold a local option election. Andrew Fadness had challenged the commission to call the election after initial signers withdrew then rejoined. the court now allows the petition and requires action.
In Hamilton on December 30 the Pythian Sisters held a Christmas tree for Knights and members with each guest bringing a gift labeled with their name. Gifts were redistributed later and all children received candy and oranges. The Knights presented a Bible to the Sisters. A substantial lunch followed. A dance and bridge party were planned at local venues with multiple social events and prizes noted for participants.
The Montana state board of land loan commissioners approved a loan of 2000 dollars to Theodore Braun of Baker Fallon county. The loan is secured by 320 acres of land near Baker appraised at 7664 dollars with nine acres cultivated and 178 plowed. Mrs Kate Fratt widow deeded property to the educational department of the Catholic church for a new parochial school.
In Bozeman on December 20 Dave Johnson of Manhattan shot a cigarette from a man’s teeth as Ed Sullivan watched, then offered to shave the man’s mustache with a rifle. Sullivan was wounded on the upper lip. Johnston and Miles, both of Bozeman, received marriage licenses with others. Various officials and locals, including North Pacific auditor Coll and forest officials, appear in the day’s notes.
County Attorney Davis in Billings says he is weighing action over alleged subornation of perjury. He secured two affidavits tying Kitchener Haynes, county attorney-elect of Rosebud County, to witness tampering. The motion underscores a high stakes legal dispute in the region.
A Robertson murder trial in Helena features defense by Haynes for Ed Robertson charged with killing George Daiser. Perjury indictments target Gus Glock, saloon owner, and two affidavits alleging misconduct implicate Haynes. Deputies named as perjury suspects sought, sheriff pursuing another man. Helena dispatches also report weights and measures inspectors named and vacancies in several districts. Funeral of Whitlam Swright draws large turnout at St Patrick's cathedral. Indicted leaders in Northwestern Trustee case seek trial change to Great Falls due to pretrial publicity in Helena. School of the Prophets planned for June in Helena with coordinators from Montana Wesleyan University.
Helena report notes Judge J M Clements completed sixteen years on the district court and retires to make way for W H Poor man. He received a gold watch and chain this afternoon from Lewis and Clark war members, presented by Col C B Nola. The article also lists predatory animal bounty claims totaling 117117 dollars for 5881 claimants, with 67248 dollars paid so far this year and 49287 dollars to be paid in February.
Berlin dispatch reports the death of Eduard Strauss the Vienna born composer of dance music. The notice was transmitted via London with the December 30 timestamp.
Bozeman reports a severe snowstorm blocking the Hastings and Dakota division of the Milwaukee road. About 400 carloads of eastbound freight are held in Three Forks and similar counts at Harlowton and Melstone, tying up empty cars and delaying rail operations until relief reaches the line.
Six machine guns mounted on motorcars sped from Laredo toward the Rio Grande around 10 pm followed by a motorcycle squad. Military authorities offered no comment while officials in San Antonio reported orders to stop cross border traffic and seize contraband as rumors tied the munitions to Diaz followers and Villista interests.
In St Paul a 2 month old girl was found by 14 year old John Haggenmiller near a sand pit between St Paul and Minneapolis. The boy wrapped the baby in a blanket, took her home for first aid, and she was hospitalized with exposure but expected to survive. Rose Windell, 22, a St Paul resident, is detained after confessing motherhood.
Frederick Whitridge railway lawyer and political economy writer died here after an appendicitis operation. Born in New Bedford Massachusetts in 1852.
Equity Democrats and Republicans jockey for the Montana House speakership with Kehoe and Musser as Democratic possibilities while O Connor seeks backing from the Walsh ring. Thomas Arthur leads Kehoe’s push, and chief clerkship contenders Walsh and Tracy race as membership deadlines loom for Sunday caucuses.
Great Northern Railroad announces Montana to St Paul excursion rates effective January 24 for 15 days. The plan includes the Montana Prosperity special train leaving Great Falls January 27 and Havre car transfer at Kalispell to reach St Paul by the next day for the outdoor sports carnival.
Cate Erine Stafford escaped death after being struck by a Minneapolis fire department horse drawn engine this afternoon. She fell between the horses and the wagon passed over her body. The horses and wheels did not touch her and she sustained only minor bruises.
Salt Lake City report shows since the Utah minimum wage law three and a half years ago an immigration statistics official has collected eighteen thousand dollars for underpaid women. All but eight cases were settled without court action.
Mourning fills the Anaconda home of Mr and Mrs Mark Reimel after their two year old Gordon is shot in the forehead by his brother Howard using a .22 rifle found unattended. Doctors could not save the child. funeral plans outlined and the incident is under local inquiry.
An Elks gathering titled Irish Night drew a large crowd with green decorations and Irish music. The program featured dances, a buffet, and performances by Jack Gilmore, W Tuchscherer, the Misses Tuchacherer, Jack Baglin, Frank Skes, Marion Adders, Doc Emer, James Murphy, Tom Connell, C J Strakal, and others, ending with My Wild Irish Rose. Also includes a local letter urging ash sprinkled sidewalks and notes from Anaconda December 30 1916 and curling scores.
William Daly, accused of robbing an elderly man of 17 dollars in a saloon, was found with brass knuckles and turned over to the sheriff. The victim’s name is not released. Also Washington State College coach William Lonestar Diets announced he will refuse a $3,000 offer to return as coach next year.
Local churches across Anaconda announce New Year worship and Sunday services. St Mark's Corner Main and Sixth lists multiple services with Rev Crat and others. Locust Street Baptist and Swedish Lutheran plan morning and evening sessions, watch-night events, and union services at the Christian church. African Methodist Episcopal Church in West Commercial Ave invites revival nightly and Sunday worship.
County superintendent Miss M M Sharp completed apportionment of 48498.31 dollars among 4741 pupils across districts. She will hand office papers to successor Miss Mae Russell Tuesday morning and resume teaching at Lincoln School, agreeing to finish the year’s work. A remaining balance of 18.61 dollars stays in the fund.
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