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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Feb 07, 1902
Page
12
Detective detains Des Mains at the county jail while he searches for his wife who has vanished from their home at 619 South Utah. Neighbors say the pair quarreled and the husband reportedly whipped his wife. The wife later reappears at the jail. the couple reconciles with tears as they leave together.
A week before St. Valentine day the post office expects higher stamp sales and revenue as valentines are bought for mailing. Local shops showcase a varied range from ten cents to five dollars with silk satin lace and hand painted celluloid sentiments. Many cards feature cupids hearts and arrows plus sentimental verses.
County attorney filed a complaint against Thomas Boland for malicious mischief after he and his brother allegedly assaulted Mrs. Pat Boland at No 27 East Broadway. Boland reportedly beat her, threatened to kill, and cut down the door with an axe while she was away, leaving the home untenable. A warrant for arrest was issued by Justice Taylor.
The Spencer vs Hersam trial ended in Judge Clancy's court with the jury returning special findings and a verdict for John M. Spencer. The case involved West Granite Street property and notes later found worthless. Spencer sought to set aside the sale and was successful. An appeal by the defendant is planned.
Mrs Matthew Rodgers of Centerville filed a complaint yesterday from the county attorney's office charging Rogers with neglect and refusal to support his seven minor children. She said he left home last August and has contributed nothing toward their support. The complaint was filed in Justice Olsen's court.
A vivid New York World narrative of Kate Carew’s interview with President Roosevelt and Senator Clark of Montana. Clark’s stylish entrance, Roosevelt’s electrifying presence, and a quick, comic dismissal as visitors queue for access to the president.
Chinatown glowed with lanterns and lights as Sin Nin celebrations began for the Chinese New Year. The Chinese Reform Society promotes western ideas while many plan a single day of feasting and greetings, with hopes for a prosperous year.
Washington Feb 6 The industrial commission sent a final report to Congress calling for stronger government oversight of railroads. It urges expansion of I C C powers, stricter tariff regulation, overdue hearings, annual audits, and a seven member board representing shippers, rail, and legal experts. It also covers agriculture reform, inspection of exported products, diseased meat controls, nursery stock rules, and forestry program consolidation.
Coal in any quantity delivered on short notice to Kemmerer Rock Springs Rocky Fork and Gebo. Citizens' Coal Co phone 538 No 4 East Broadway.
Yesterday Health Officer Legeal prepared bid forms for parties offering to furnish an incinerator for Butte. Bids due March 5 at 7 40. Proposals cover erecting and completing an incinerator to burn night soil slaughter house and stable refuse dead animals and garbage with two compartments of half ton daily capacity. A certified check for ten dollars accompanies each bid.
United Mine Workers and regional operators did not reach agreement in Indiana Illinois Ohio and Pennsylvania today. Miners demand a 10 percent wage advance and are unlikely to accept the present terms, with officials warning that even a convention approval could trigger widespread strikes.
Honolulu advices report United States Judge Estes set aside the $105,000 award to Honolulu Plantation Co for its Pearl Harbor leasehold as excessive. The land office opens 24,000 acres on Maui and Hawaii, mostly forest land. Other items note leprosy cure claims in Tahiti via tue-tua, and resignations at Oahu College amid trustee disputes. The British sloop Onder missing and the college president and trustees resign.
New York February 6 John T Ford deputy tax collector for the Bronx was arrested on a bribe charge. He allegedly accepted 100 from J Bowie Cash president of Hudson Coffee company for undervaluing real estate. Cash claimed Ford solicited the bribe and police found marked bills on Ford. He was held for examination.
James Frawley Tammany leader and Alderman J J Dietz surrendered after being charged by the state superintendent of elections with leading a fraudulent voting scheme in the last primaries. They were arraigned and will be given a hearing. Frawley faces bribery charges and Dietz is accused of aiding and abetting illegal voting.
London police report the death of Adam Worth also known as Harry Raymond at his Regent Park area apartment several days ago. Worth, famed in American crime circles for links to the Manhattan bank robberies, was often named in connection with the Gainsborough theft, though authorities say the rumor was never confirmed.
In Paris on February 6 during debate on colonial estimates a visitor in the chamber shouted Down with the thieves and tossed eggs into the hall. The eggs grazed deputy Pascale and others as ushers quickly expelled the woman and the debris.
Kansas City reports General Funston remains in stable condition after Monday operation with his wound dressing showing satisfactory healing. No other changes in his status were noted as of today February 6.
Mrs. Hugh Tevis widow of the late Hugh Tevis who died suddenly in Japan gave birth to a son yesterday at her Monterey home.
New York reports the Pritish steamer Cavour, en route from Rio Janeiro January 6, ran ashore at Long Beach California January 31 in a snowstorm. The vessel was refloated early and proceeded to this port.
These Neckwear bargains are newly introduced in Butte with flowing end imperials made up tecks narrow derby four-in-hands butterfly and 8-8 string ties and shield bows in latest colors. A full display catches neighbor attention.
Gold plated collar buttons offered at less than 2 cents each with patent celluloid backs. Styles include long shank round head flat head lever and oblong head lever. Usually 5 to 10 cents each, sale price 20 cents per dozen while supplies last.
Cashmere Socks six pairs for one dollar advertised in bold window display on Academy Street. Men’s all wool cashmere socks come in fast black and natural gray with full fashion, double sole, heels and toes, fine ribbed elastic tops. Also fast black mace yarn socks offered at the same price.
Constantinople reports sultan's brother in law Damad Mahmud Pasha has been sentenced to death for his role in the Young Turkish movement. He fled to Rome then Paris after expulsion from Greece and Italy refused extradition. Turkish authorities urged arrest on return to Constantinople for alleged plot against the sultan.
The 30 year old Mahmud, accused of embezzlement and bribes, denies the charges as political intrigue. He intends to travel to London to publish an open letter on Sultan Abdul Hamid and a brochure titled Turkey's Coming Downfall. The sultan divorced Mahmud’s sister Senih Sultan based on her husband’s desertion. Mahmud left with 000,000 francs in hand. his estates were confiscated and he and his sons declared renegades.
New York February 6 The chamber of commerce adopted a memorial to Congress calling for a reduction of tariff duties on sugar and tobacco and for reciprocal tariff arrangements with the island after an independent Cuban government is established. The chamber also adopted resolutions disapproving of the Chinese exclusion act.
The state of Texas and the St. Louis-Southwestern railroad have settled in Smith County. Texas accepts 10009 dollars and withdraws the case alleging non-maintenance of general offices and charter forfeiture.
The City of Puebla arrived from Victoria and reported a steam schooner towing a collier bound south, sighted about 24 miles northwest of Cape Mendocino on February 5 at 24 p.m. The collier appeared tea colored and was not clearly identified by the Puebla.
A blaze aboard a steamship in Portland Oregon caused damage to cargo and hull sections. Fire crews responded quickly, evacuating the vessel and preventing spread to nearby wharves as investigations begin.
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