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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Feb 03, 1908
Page
8
In Naples on February 2 a free showing of Richard Strauss Salome sparked excitement despite clergy opposition who condemned the libretto and author. Officials initially paused the production but Vatican lifting of a ban led Theater San Carlo to proceed with the opera.
Parle, Peb. 2 Henri Lamaing, charged with obtaining money under false pretenses from Sir Julius Charles Wernher of the De Beers Mining Company, denied guilt before the examining magistrate. He claimed the diamonds shown as sold to Wernher were substitutes and said he would sue Wernher in English courts for swindling.
Rev Dr Leman Abbott questions Peonl sa institute in a lecture at a cafe on the east side. A speaker recalls an Austrian nobleman and a Praguer tale while the Irishman’s yarns win the audience’s favor.
The Daughters of the American Revolution host a carnival at the dating rink this evening to raise funds for balancing the memorial around their memorial. The rink is donated by Macagnt Eymn for the event.
M Robert Guggenheim son of the American Smelting and Refining Co president arrived from Helena at noon and left for Salt Lake at 4 PM. He paid a hurried visit uptown, met George Casey of the Butte sampling works, and appeared a modest, diligent 18 year old. He serves on the executive committee of the New York based company.
A New York Times item recalls a zealous London minister visiting parish clocks. He asks a gentleman his exact hours, learns the man typically arrives about 11 or 12 and departs around 3. The minister inquires about the department, learns the man winds clocks every Saturday.
A garbled OCR fragment reports a clash of prophecies with references to Eastern ascents and a warning that three earths could be destroyed. Mentions of authority, a shifting 1 to 0, and a commission imply a chaotic political or religious discourse with uncertain peril.
The Standard reports on Gecar Straus first American staging of A Walt Dream a three act comic opera at Breagwar theater Monday night. Highlights include the Dream Waits and Kiss Waltz numbers plus a strong star turn by Adeline Genet and a large crowd applauding repeatedly. Irene Wycherley drama The Irena Wycherley with Miss Viola Allan earns praise for gripping performance and strong ensemble.
Lakeview Ballochmvle and Lakeviate Lady Ballochingele, bred from Montreal lines, excel at the Butte Kennel Club event with wins and seconds. Keete’s Woodcock and Pinch the Los Angeles trained dog demonstrate police work suitability and strong scenting, sight, and bite capabilities, reinforcing Airedale suitability for night patrols and protection.
The column reviews multiple productions across venues including Savoy theater and Weber's music hall. Dallas Welford is highlighted as a top comic in Twenty Days to the Shade. The Merry Widow burlesque at Weber's is noted for its shapely cast. Announcements include Paul McAllister preparing Interimence at a Broadway house and Mrs Patrick Campbell bringing Electra to the Garden theater with Mrs Herbart Beerbohm Tree.
A Lewiston report to the Spokesman-Review highlights President Howard Mott of the Southern Pacific rail way condemning Roosevelt era trust legislation. He argues federal control of stock in corporations harms railroad construction and warns against expanding commissions power. He advocates halting growth of regulation and rebalancing oversight to aid western development. A skating carnival by the American Revolution group is announced for Feb 3 at the Aldland rink with 15 cent admission and coffee service.
Arthee Pigg, 38, is jailed on $100 bond after a masked confrontation at the Standard bakery on Mast Park Street. He allegedly forced owner Satre Satre to flee through a back door, injuring Satre with a broken left leg during the escape. Police and detectives investigated. Satre, Norwegian by descent and longtime baker, expressed intent to press charges as he recovers at home.
Sullivan Ny Waugh quietly passed away Saturday at the age of 3. He lived many years in Butte where he left many friends. Death occurred at the family home on Platinum Street. the funeral was held yesterday afternoon and was largely attended.
Analyzes English and American newspaper consolidation. Notes London’s cheap halfpenny press rising with Parisian and American methods to boost circulation, while London papers remain more restrained than American rivals. Highlights Hearst influence in the U S and contrasts with English editorial boldness and legal constraints.
The Philadelphia Inquirer reports a looming rate war aboard the Atlantica steamship as it plans new passenger pricing. The move affects ticket tariffs, stirring concern among travelers and industry observers about slashed fares and perceived service shifts.
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