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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Feb 07, 1925
Page
1
Hollywood crowds gathered as Mrs. Margaret Bowen a housewife prophetess and leader of a small Adventist following warned of the second coming before midnight. Believers speculated on a salvific ascent and heavenly signs while authorities monitored the gathering amid drizzling mist and tense curiosity.
Floyd Collins remains entombed in Sand Cave near Cave City Kentucky as rescue work stalls awaiting shaft reach and safety measures. Brig Gen H H Denhardt orders Geralds to stay away while critics press relief efforts and volunteers rotate with experienced miners from Kentucky coalfields.
Dr Donald Campbell president of Murray hospital died suddenly at his home at 1 45 am after heart trouble. He had attended a hospital luncheon the day before and was known for his work in the medical field. His associates tried to save him, but he weakened and died. Funeral arrangements were to be announced.
A watchman, arrested in a child murder probe, faces investigation after Nina Martin, 12, and her sister were found dead in a shallow grave here on Wednesday. The coroner's jury ruled the deaths from unknown causes but probably from a criminal attack by an unknown person. The children vanished August 23 and were discovered only after their bodies were found.
In Washington on February 6 the Senate paid tribute to Balto the lead dog of the Nome team that carried diphtheria antitoxin. Driver Kaason and other drivers and Native boys who aided the journey were praised. Senator Dill called Balto’s race a fitting addition to heroic northern records.
A fire on a regular Anaconda to Butte train near Colorado Junction burned rail cars. Milk poured from three ten gallon cans cooled the blaze. two coaches and baggage car survived as others were moved from the burning section. No injuries reported among passengers, but the motor was damaged. Firefighters used chemicals after arrival. engineer Campbell led the effort amid a crowd of about 100.
William D. Horgan announced his candidacy for re nomination and re election as mayor of Butte. His platform centers on economy and retrenchment while continuing his administration’s tax cuts and debt reduction. He highlights progress like lower tax rates, increased income, and cash funded capital projects including recreation facilities and dredging River Bow creek to curb floods.
A February report from Casper Wyoming details county offices still disrupted by a strike of 24 county employees. Department heads push on with limited staff, except the clerk of the court's office where all duty has resumed. Several assistant roles, previously provided, may not be paid due to legal authorization issues.
A chaotic Phoenix late night moved by armed sheriffs as Babe Oklahoma and Will Lawrence were taken toward the state prison for murder and robbery. Police protected them to prevent lynching while a convoy sped along to Tempe and into custody. McDonald of Tempe and Reyer a Mexican were named in the tense pursuit following Patrolman Murch’s fatal wounds.
Judge Bourquin rules the Harrison and Jones Miller acts cannot grant federal powers without a constitutional amendment. He says states should prosecute drug traffickers and that federal courts should not block calendars over minor infractions, citing a liquor case in San Francisco involving Mary Numdand and Kampolt. Marie Sampol is mentioned in connection with serving drinks to agents.
The House memorial No 1 ratifying federal child labor was defeated in the Senate in committee of the whole by 28 to 22. The defeat drew a fair sized gallery as speeches were limited to five minutes. Church secured Senate consent to place the memorial atop the list.
At Ohio State University in Columbus on February 6 a day of questioning of a student inquiry yielded no new progress. Officials pursued leads in the alleged poisoning case as the investigation continued with limited results.
Vancouver police report the shooting fatality of a nurse in Trail British Columbia with early details naming Mise Miiared as a person of interest. The incident occurred on February 6 and investigators are examining motives and potential suspects.
Mike Hindum judged guilty by insanity after a first trial for shooting Jo sephine Norick. A new jury is set for Monday February 16 to decide if Hindum remains insane or is fit for further proceedings. The courtroom drew large crowds and witnesses testified amid a tense trial about a thwarted love affair.
The Associated Press reports that the House and Senate conferees completed their revision of the Underwood bill and will present it to Congress tomorrow. The measure carries changes from the Senate bill, includes provisions of the McKenzie amendment, and preserves the core goal of the original bill dealing with property tax adjustments.
Fragmented article shows political tension as Premier Herriot weighs a proposed inter allied debt commission. Notes of discussions, tentative agreement, and opposition among deputies and opponents point to a tense afternoon session. Names and clearer details are obscured by damaged OCR.
Northern Pacific Railroad filed suit against the government seeking $1.60 in a dispute over transportation charges for two freight cars from St. Paul to Beattie. The case references wartime military use and a land grant order to Congress that affected railroad property and military roadbed obligations.
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