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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1902
Page
2
Agnes Fuhrman was found not guilty of arson in a Chico case linked to the September killing of Chet Cunningham by J. C. Bishop. Testimony cited charred remains and room location, while defense argued no incendiary evidence amid long family feud. The jury deliberated five and a half hours.
Representative Cochran of Missouri introduced a resolution inviting Paul Kruger, president of the South African Republic, to visit the United States as a guest of the country. The measure appropriates up to 25000 for his entertainment expenses.
Indianapolis Feb 4. The United Mine Workers demand a new wage scale while operators propose a 10 percent cut. The joint conference heard from all delegates and observers. Ohio and Pennsylvania governors are said to have formed an alliance to resist miner demands, signaling a possible multi day standoff.
Senator Elkins filed a bill granting the Interstate Commerce Commission power to fix rail rates under conditions and legalize pooling. It abolishes imprisonment for offenses, allows appeals to higher courts, and sets enforceable tariffs with penalties up to 20,000 dollars for willful nonpublication.
Adjutant General Corbin testified regarding Colonel Lee’s parliament claim of U S help in South Africa by supplying horses. Corbin said no correspondence existed with Lee or others and there was no position of chief horse expert in the U S military. The remark likely referred to a large army contractor supplying cavalry mounts.
The house committee on commerce acted favorably on the bill to promote the efficiency of the revenue cutter service. It creates officer ranks with captain equal to army major and lieutenant commander in the navy, and provides retirement at age 64 with three fourths pay.
In Rockford Illinois on February 4 a central passenger train collided with a freight about six miles west at Alworth. One man died and two trainmen were injured，其中 Jobe White of Freeport, a fireman on the passenger train, is named as involved.
Cincinnati February 4. Walter Bryant is dead and Lonnie Gunnix dying from shots fired by Ernest Hall early today. Hall, a Pullman car conductor, escaped. The shooting followed a dispute in a card room. All involved are colored.
Francia E Baker of Goshen Indiana was installed today as judge of the United States circuit court of appeals for the Seventh district. The Seventh district covers Indiana Illinois and Wisconsin.
Washington February 4 The Missouri supreme court today sentenced George Armstrong to hang in Platt County on March 6 for criminal assault This marks the first death sentence upheld by the Missouri high court for that crime.
Helena Feb 4 Attorney F E Weed of Helena filed objections to the amended Mayer petition seeking disbarment of former United States district attorney. He challenges every count as insufficient and asks dismissal, contending counts lack fraud or malice, or misstatement of law and facts. He argues the second and third counts misstate client indebtedness and that the fifth relies on hearsay. If any count stands, Weed requests opportunity to answer and for defective counts to be stricken.
Advertisement touts a quick cure with Laxative Bromo Quinine claiming to remove the cause within two days and featuring F W Grove's signature on every box.
Great Falls Feb 4 county commissioners opened eleven bids for replanking and repairing the Missouri river bridge at Cascade with amounts from 244 to 75. City Health Officer Fairfield reported four mild scarlet fever cases in the city. Harry J. Skinner chosen as cashier of Furst National Bank replacing H H Matteson and assumed duties today. George McLaughlin Neihart wrestler said he would not accept Jack Curran’s match unless Curran agrees not to ban the stranglehold.
The body of an unidentified woman was found on a Seattle beach beneath the Grant street bridge. A man’s handker chief covered her eyes and face with a gash on the right cheek. Coroner Hoye suspects foul play but deems the body likely that of a working woman and believes it had been in the water about a month.
John Murray coroner's clerk withdrew a charge of assault brought after a dispute at arraignment before Coroner Colenkranz related to a Park Avenue tunnel dynamite explosion. The summons had been issued to District Attorney Jerome.
The six year old son of Charles J. Frisch of Reno Nevada was killed after climbing a teehouse and grabbing a live wire that passed over the roof. His hand burned to the bone.
Cheyenne Wyoming February 4 Ad Spaugh a Mannville stockman was sentenced in federal court to one day in jail and a fine plus costs for illegally fencing government lands.
London dispatch says in the weekly war Office report General Kitchener lists 29 Boers killed 6 wounded 12 taken prisoners and 48 surrendered for the week ending February 1.
New York February 4 Albert T Patrick’s trial for the murder of William Marsh Rice was delayed to tomorrow due to juror J D Campbell’s illness preventing his attendance.
From Clandeboye the public is informed that the Marquis of Dufferin, who has been serious for some time, is growing weaker this morning.
In Butler Pennsylvania on February 4 Mrs. Soffel pleaded with Assistant District Attorney Robb for a venue change to avoid facing justice in the courthouse near her former home. She cried and offered to face any punishment, insisting the act stemmed from sympathy for the Biddles and denying inherent guilt.
Pittsburg reports from February 4 describe public viewings of the Biddle brothers at an undertaking establishment. From 9 to 12 oclock, thousands passed by the coffins, many women among them, eddying around Calvary cemetery where burial is planned tomorrow. A wreath sent by a grateful woman was placed on the casket. Police closed the doors after a crowd crash.
C C Sampson, already under bond for a summer assault, was arrested by Marshal Sneath on robbery charges. He allegedly stole a glass charity box for the Montana Children’s Home Society from the Grand Union hotel office, with about $6 to $50 inside. Judge Sullivan bound him to the district court. bonds set at $500 but he defaulted.
The hearing on charges that Charles Bright concealed 100000 pounds in his accounts continued at the Guildhall. Treasury officials spent the morning presenting technical evidence in the bankruptcy proceedings.
Kansas City report from Bearitt hospital says General Funston slept soundly last night after an operation yesterday. Doctors report the wound is healing and foresee a prompt recovery with satisfactory progress.
An advertisement offers Dr Bhoop’s Rheumatic Cure promising to remove the disease from blood after a month. It guarantees a refund if ineffective and asks readers to mail for an order and a book, with a $5.50 price for six bottles. It claims tens of thousands cured and notes mild cases may be helped with one or two bottles.
Governor Taft told the senate committee on the Philippines that the army’s conduct justified its actions, noting guerrilla bands required garrisons and praising American restraint. He accused Aguinaldo of directing Luna’s assassination and argued most islanders desire peace despite insurgent violence.
Great Falls February 4. In the case of Jan Swager versus John B. Taylor Swager sues for defamation seeking unknown damages. The court allows part of the motion to strike paragraphs 1 and 2 and requires Swager to amend paragraph 3 to name those who heard Taylor’s remarks.
Special notice urges readers with kidney or bladder concerns or family history to request a free sample bottle and informative book by mail from Dr. Kilmer & Co. in Binghamton New York. It notes available 50 cent and one dollar bottles at drugstores and reminds readers to mention the Anaconda Daily Standard.
The article notes Swager labeled a cattle thief and reports Taylor’s allegations about Swager’s character. It also references a court order in paragraph 7 requiring Swager to name the parties to whom Taylor related his cow story.
Great Falls Montana February 4 Judge J B Leslie reversed a prior ruling and granted a new trial in the case of Marcella Barker estate special administratrix against John C Barker and D L Barker The action seeks $5275 on a note and raises questions of parole evidence and a contingent obligation tied to mining property sale versus a promissory note The new trial implies admission of parole evidence to interpret the contract and assess the note’s true terms
In Livingston on February 4, the district court began hearing the case of Joseph Staley charged with assault in the first degree for beating his wife after she urged him to return home. He struck her with a fist and struck her with a rock, injuring her head in a near deadly blow. The jury received the case at 6 pm and a sealed verdict was planned for tomorrow morning.
Feb 14 report from Fort Benton notes Sam Lees laundry received clothing from smallpox families and is under quarantine. Leading local families have linen there and cannot recover their items promptly amid the outbreak containment efforts.
The fragment suggests people may remain in bed for weeks or need to buy new clothes, implying extended illness or convalescence and related lifestyle adjustments.
Fort Benton February 4 Lewistown and Benton stage team ran away descending the hill into the Shonkin. The stage overturned throwing driver William Rowe Jr. from his seat and bruising him. The horses were captured before reaching town.
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