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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Feb 22, 1908
Page
5
In Pasadena a veteran editor known as Crosby reviews a range of topics, including local arts and community projects. The report notes ongoing efforts by a literary group and mentions a $200 million project tied to cultural development in the city.
Crosby Noyes, longtime editor and Washington Star figure, died in Pasadena after a short illness at 83. He shaped coverage from the Civil War era, led reporting on foreign policy and Hawaii annexation, and guided the paper through major transitions with his wife and family at his bedside.
In Dayton Ohio a blaze damaged the Dayton Motor Car plant causing eight workers to be injured. Fire officials say the blaze started in a section with wooden parts and quickly spread to nearby storage. Investigators consider an accidental cause linked to racking and electrical equipment. A total loss is estimated at $200000 with coverage by insurance.
Mercantile National Bank of New York sues the Bingham Consolidated Milling Company in district court seeking 4000 to recover alleged overpayment on a curtaiiy promissory note. Lionel bank of New York with the case marks, and former Mercantile president H Helnwe is named in connection with the proceedings.
An unclear report from a damaged source mentions Vilepinos and Roh with a Seventhish force and Christians in a United States military setting. The fragment hints at bids or plans but lacks coherent detail or confirmed entities.
A Washington dispatch reports United States Senator Dixon will not seek the Republican convention delegate seat. Montana lawmakers are urged to back real party representation at the national convention, with nominations likely on the first or second ballot for Secretary Nat, and possible support for Taft, Hughes, Knox, or Cannon.
Delegates directed to cast Kansas votes for William J Bryan for president in the national convention. They condemn asset collapse as graft, demand federal deposit guarantees and state bank guarantees, oppose primary, favor direct election of public officers, and back anti trust and anti swindle measures. Coalition members include Hulbinwon Ki Meb Atwoud and others.
A society woman, 22, Mrs Burden, wife of James A. Burden, was found dead in her New York home from a gas accident. Investigators ruled accidental poisoning from a faulty chandelier gas tube. husband notified by staff after discovering the body near an open window and a lit room. The Burdens were prominent New York and Washington society figures, with Mrs Burden recently living at Os Party avenue.
An unreadable OCR fragment mentions Frankfort and names like Ryan Web and Arnott. It references a meeting or event with unclear details and several corrupted phrases. The readable bits point to a local civic discussion or candidate notes with incomplete place names and numbers.
The Northern Pathway traffic officers report a tariff change on wheat shipments to Chicago. The current rate set at 18 GW will drop to 4g cents, with adjustments to timing and handling charges as recent standards apply. Shipping lanes and station timings are being revised to accommodate the new rate structure.
The American car driven by Town Sperry of Cleveland held a strong lead through heavy snowdrifts between Ligonier and Goshen, reaching Goshen after nearly seven hours of slow progress. Weather deteriorated as snow began to fall, complicating the 16 mile leg.
Ron Bly Joseph May February Forrey Mulkerson and David Kanklin were chosen to represent the Fourth district at the Allsouyt national convention. Clowes Pay was strongly urged to talk trotton with the democratic stance. The convention will be held in May at a central location.
A garbled entry mentions Wanty ne h Wevtiranea and Now Grieana with scattered terms about sal vagerables and a vague reference to a person named Neil Hiv. The readable fragments include little context and no clear event or outcome.
A sharp exchange in the naval policy arena highlights defense of current strategy as factions clash over funding, strategic goals, and fleet modernization. Key lawmakers and analysts weigh the risks and benefits amid mounting public scrutiny.
Senator Perkins argues for expanding the navy, detailing battleships and destroyers, and praising shipbuilding's economic impact. He cites growth in steel, wages, and industrial output, claiming naval expenditure fuels broader prosperity and global power. The speech frames the United States as a rising sea power.
Veteran actor Henrer Wessels, who performed with Booth era Bolly and many stage figures, died in the city today from paralysis. He recalled his Shakespearean roles and noted he could still quote lines from memory.
Secretary Garfield proposes dispatch of cavalry for protection of primary parks in California. Discussion cites Yosemite and General Grant parks with focus on securing public lands and preventing harm to natural resources. Local officials and agencies considered for coordination and safety measures.
Fragmented note recounts Alfred Deakin letter to John Bray urging formal invitation for U S battle ships to call at Australian ports. Mentions Australian openness, alliance, and desire to showcase naval power alongside the United States with ministerial commentary from Secretary Metcalf.
Portland officers face removal amid an aggressive order affecting top executives tied to Tillman’s name. The memo claims misuse of identity compromised the timber operation and linked to a political figure, with wider implications for the firm.
The former secretary recites his stance on the Aldrich banking bill, noting two possible routines that could drive banks away from commercial banking and shift dependence to New York City. He urges cautious consideration before any passage.
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