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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1911
Page
18
An Anaconda posting identifies Standard Publishing Company as publishers and proprietors and notes mail matters entered as second class.
Directory style note listing multiple city news stands and news agencies across the United States and Canada. Includes addresses for Montana to Vancouver, B. C. and contact lines for Standard Publishing Company in Anaconda Montana.
Stephen Benton Elkins a lawyer financier and longtime United States senator from 1895 rose from West Virginia wealth through marriage to Henry Gassaway Davis. A Republican with sharp political acumen he led finance and tariff advocacy, helped Blaine and Harrison campaigns, and hosted grand estate entertainments while earning recognition as a shrewd capitalist and legislator.
The article recalls the old year ending and a new one beginning with Commander Sims tied to possible international tension. It notes American ships off England attracting friendly attention from the British, while American officers enjoyed generous banquets. Sims is described as a castor who had a bully time, speaking more freely than expected at banquets and elsewhere.
An officer in the U S Navy praised Britain and pledged American blood to the mother country. The speech, delivered in ornate language, sparked comment in Washington as Paris Tokyo Berlin and others heard of his remarks. Officials may overlook the momentary lapse in sentiment.
Congress returns after a recess with routines in committees focusing on appropriations. Washington chatter suggests much of the session’s work is already advanced, but December yielded little headway on Taft faction projects. The Taft administration is expected to gain only what the legislative branch can offer on its own, with talk of Bal linger’s report lingering as days unfold.
A column reviews Vice President Sherman’s failed attempt to count a senate quorum and contrasts Senate prerogatives with House practices. It notes historical shifts under Speaker Reed, questions Sherman’s motives, and jokes about aggressive vice presidents, weather, politics, and the era’s leaders.
A Dec 1 census figures Greater Berlin at 3 712 554, up fifteen percent since 1995. Berlin proper holds 2 040 148, ranking fifth by city size, with suburbs expanding as trade and industry push population outward. Foreign correspondents note more women in Germany, challenging traditional roles, a trend echoed in France.
Hamilton January 4 Articles of incorporation for the Missoula and Hamilton Railway Company were filed for 5000 shares of 10 each. Incorporators from Hamilton and Chicago include H M Sloan R A O'Hara Frank I Bennett Ira Cobe and L A Busby. The plan covers constructing a railway between Hamilton and Missoula with electric light power and telegraph lines. likely route along the Bitter Root valley near Stevensville and Corvallis.
A movement to establish a plant to manufacture alfalfa meal and related products was announced by Dr. W. X. Sudduth at a chamber of commerce luncheon in Billings. He said the plant would be located in the county, likely in the Yellowstone valley, tied to Broadview and Central Commercial club plans for a large meeting.
It is expected a large number will attend from this city for events on alfalfa bread and cakes of the plant. The notice hints at local interest and a planned gathering to showcase products and discuss agricultural uses.
The next meeting of the Young Women's Association will be at Mrs. W. L. Creden 369 West Broadway Butte next Tuesday at p m. All interested in the non sectarian group are urged to attend to vote on the constitution and by laws. The aim is to form a social and intellectual center for the moral intellectual social and physical betterment of young women. Dont wait for an invitation. Come. Mrs. M. B. Cous e Secretary.
Frank F. Keln was sentenced by Judge Donlan to one year in the state penitentiary after a jury verdict. The judge lamented the jury's constraints on harsher punishment and noted Kelly’s luck in the outcome. Kelly, an express company worker, admitted forging and passing a blank money order in Texas and Butte. He was sent to Deer Lodge by a deputy from Sheriff O’Rourke’s office.
John Yank, a Beavershead county ranchman, faces a divorce suit filed by Ele mia Yank. The case, tried without a jury in Judge Lynch's district court, hinges on cruelty and permanent alimony. Ele mia seeks sole single status and support. John contends she is self supporting. Proceedings paused after Mrs Yank testified. adjourned to today.
Dr. T B Moore witness in Lynch court when a heavy timber wagon and a passing automobile collided with his buggy near Quartz and Main streets. The wagon skidded and overturned the buggy and shaft, but the horse escaped injury. the auto fled without a visible plate.
P H Paul of Monida visits Butte. G H MelIntire arrives on a business trip. Fred Wright visits from Helena for a few days. Father Daly of Cheyenne visits with local Catholic priests. H Lidgate departs for Los Angeles for the winter. H E Barton of Detroit arrives and will stay in the city.
In Bozeman on January 4, Senator Thomas H. Carter won the county Republican straw vote over the field by 11 to 222. The result binds Representative Nelson Story Jr. to support Carter for senator at Helena this week, marking Montana’s first voter driven choice for senator in a statewide contest.
The programfeatured a lecture by Dr Montague N A Cohen of the Jewish temple on the modern drama. He praised problem plays as essential social mirrors and argued the issue lies with audiences not the stage, citing Mrs Warren's Profession and Ibsen to show dramatized morality reflects reality rather than corrupting it.
A historic reflection argues that the stage rivals the church as a force for moral development. Living actors and moving imagery awaken conscience and spur viewers to resist life’s temptations, promoting widespread reform across society.
Hugh Munroe arrived safely at the camp after fears he might share the fate of George Grenier who froze to death en route to the Gruber mine. Munroe and Grenier left Butte on New Year’s Day and reached Pennfield in the afternoon. Grenier urged Munroe to go ahead. Munroe learned of Grenier’s death only after Lynott brought the news to camp. Funeral services for Grenier are set for 2 PM at Sherman Reed undertaking rooms, with the Iron Moulders’ Union in charge.
San Francisco January 4 Superior Judge Cabaniss dismissed the indictment against Walter J. Barnett former vice president and general counsel of the Western Pacific railroad and trustee in an Ellen M Colton estate embezzlement case. Barnett had been sentenced to 19 years and appealed to the supreme court which reversed the judgment. The dismissal follows that decision. Judge Cabaniss will review five similar indictments before acting further.
In Cincinnati on January 4 Judge Gorman in the criminal court instructed the new Hamilton county grand jury to investigate alleged traffic in votes following a contest of the Ojo legislature election currently underway.
The comptroller of the currency has received applications to organize The Farmers' National Bank of Chinook with capital of 25 000. Applicants are C. D. Miller T. O. Hanson P. McGann H Kremer and J Kuher. Washington January 4.
Famous humorist Opie Read spoke at the Auditorium last night presenting a blend of wit humor and philosophy. He used Old Lem Jacktin to discuss modern problems including sweatshop cruelty describing New York interiors and distressed workers while urging honesty and wisdom as civilization’s remedy.
A Montana case filed December 3 1896 in Silver Bow County sits before Judge MacClernan after a lengthy delay. John O Rourke now deceased sued Grand Opera House Company later renamed Majestic Theater owner James A Murray challenges the sheriff sale and the judgment that funded the theater purchase. A motion for non suit was held by Judge Clancy in 1898 and a decision was delayed for years. The trial continued into yesterday with proceedings extended to this morning.
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