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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jan 02, 1901
Page
1
Four Democrats aided Governor Quay to secure the Pennsylvania House amid a bitter split with anti Quay Republicans. His speaker was chosen by a one vote margin, 100 to 99, with a strong majority in the State Senate.
Matthew Quay secured a unanimous nomination at a joint Republican caucus in Harrisburg with 123 votes, as 26 senators and 98 house members backed him. The anti Quay faction pledged 68 names to oppose, while observers expect a larger joint-ballot tally ahead of the January 16 election.
In a biennial session opening in Harrisburg the Quay faction carried the battle for speaker with William T. Marshall of Allegheny the choice, defeating anti-Quay forces and General Koontz. In the Senate Senator Snyder of Chester was elected president pro tempore.
In Denver tonight fusion legislature members backed Col. F Montgomery Cripple Creek for speaker by a US to 27 vote over Cole Briscoe Douglas county. Montgomery leads in the house for Patterson to succeed Wolcott as US senator. Fusionists hold 55 of 60 seats in both chambers. In Lansing Senator James McMillan was nominated by the joint Republican caucus to seek a third term. the legislature meets tomorrow.
General Harrison spoke at the Columbia club banquet in Ind. and shared paragraphs beyond his advance speech. He warned against misreading the constitution as misshapen while applying guarantees to lands and peoples, urging respect for 1776 and 1787 ideas and the right to differ on constitutional questions.
A suggested plan reported for a seven car special train would unite officials from major railroads to appoint a single joint agent at each shipping point. The aim is to stop rate cutting, keep tariffs stable, and evenly allocate business, potentially displacing many high priced officials. James J. Hill of Great Northern denied knowledge of any preparations.
Seattle January 1 reports news of the creation of a new life saving district in the area. The announcement outlines measures to improve rescue services and aid coastal communities.
A letter to Captain Francis Tuttle, commander of the Bear, details Alaska, Washington and Oregon sea waters forming a new district. Captain W H Roberts of San Francisco is named superintendent with Tacoma HQ. A Cape Flattery station will be established, joining the existing Gray's Harbor post, with Nome expected to get a station soon.
A Vladivostock dispatch reports famine threatens the Amur and maritime provinces. Crops are damaged and railways are diverted to war use, blocking food transport. foreign trade bans hinder imports, worsening conditions as officials observe the crisis. Count Lamsdorf and Ambassador Tower exchange New Year greetings. China’s acceptance of the powers’ demands is noted with cautious optimism.
A severe pea soup fog blankets London impairing all travel while floods remain across the countryside. Four drownings are reported as water depths rise and workers idle due to inundated sites. Boats ferry residents in flooded areas and trains are halted in parts of the city.
They Are Democrats Denver Colo Jan 1 All populist members of the state senate eight in number entered the caucus of the democratic members today and announced their intention to join the democratic party.
Pat Crowe, charged with complicity in the Eddie Cudahy abduction, was captured on the Pine Ridge reservation near Oelrichs South Dakota after a pursuit by three detectives. Crowe allegedly drove a buckboard while three pursuers used revolvers to halt the escape.
Albany Jan 1 General Odell was inaugurated governor of New York amid a large crowd and a grand military display. Roosevelt welcomed Odell and ceremonies included an address by Odell, an oath by Secretary of State McDonough, and a noon reception in the executive chamber.
John Delfelder reports a posse halted about 30 miles from town for lunch and to feed horses at a ranch. He brings the news of their progress and routine during the long ride.
J J Crowe brother of Pat Crowe was seized in Council Bluffs by Omaha detectives and brought to Omaha on a warrant charging abduction of Edward Cudahy on Dec 18. He denied knowledge of Pat and claimed no involvement. Police had no confirmation of Pat Crowe’s arrest.
The New York Press Club sent Sir Thomas Lipton birthday compliments for the new century and he replied in friendly exchange. A London note said the America's Cup may again go to Britain as old friends part.
Ebenezer Upham longtime newspaper publisher and former partner of Frank W. Palmer died at his Jamestown home last night at age 73. He previously ran the Jamestown Journal the Dubuque Times the Des Moines Register and the Chicago Inter Ocean and the Industrial World of Chicago.
Aaron T. Bliss of Saginaw was inaugurated governor of Michigan at noon. Surrounded by the military and a large crowd, Bliss and his staff proceeded to the capitol where Chief Justice Montgomery administered the oath. A gubernatorial salute of 11 guns followed by the naval militia marked the ceremony.
Governor La Follette was inaugurated in Madison as Governor Schofield abstained from the ceremonies due to bitter campaign feeling.
Minneapolis report says Ignatius Donnelly, veteran politician and author, died at 12 03 AM aged 70 after a heart attack at his father in law Barton Hanson home. He was born November 3, 1851 in Philadelphia and served as lieutenant governor and congressman before turning to writing and farming near Hastings Minnesota.
London reports the Cape Colony facing large Boer incursions with about 5 000 invaders, splitting into two divisions toward Malmesburg and Beaufort West. The Times notes growing danger in Graaf Reinet, calls for volunteers late, and details losses including prisoners, carts, and cattle as Lord Kitchener deploys troops amid scarce loyal support.
Cape Town dispatch reports a cabinet special meeting today approved a further extension of martial law. A Carnarvon telegram says Boer forces loot farms along their route to obtain supplies.
General Knox, following General De Wet, reports capture of horses five wagons with supplies and 6000 rounds of ammunition. He freed 76 Boer prisoners from De Wet's laager who were being forced to fight and allowed them to return to their farms.
Mr Kruger replies to the American Boer committee that he wishes to visit the United States but postpones the trip due to an eye ailment. The message is dated in Brussels on January 1.
Colesburg in the Cape Colony reports two sets of actions with 250 Boers capturing four men of Nesbitt's horse three miles southeast of Colesburg. The enemy has increased to eight and moved toward Welter Vreden, driving off livestock.
In St Joseph Mo on January 1 Mrs Richard son widow of a Savannah millionaire lies in precarious condition after the Christmas Eve murder. Doctors fear she may die. she suffers nervous prostration and a faint heart action as inquest testimony by servant Bessie Phillis is scrutinized. Prosecutors hold fresh evidence that could trigger a key arrest this week or before the inquest resumes.
Charles M. Hays, new president of the Southern Pacific, spends his first day in Galveston inspecting terminals and harbor facilities. He pledges rapid development and plans to travel frequently, starting with a tour of all SP properties after settling in San Francisco.
At the Wichita evangelical ministers meeting held today the resolution praising Carrie Nation for smashing saloon furniture was defeated by an overwhelming majority.
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