Smallpox Case Reported at County Jail
County health officer orders isolation for a smallpox case at the jail. The federal authorities oppose certain measures, complicating the response and containment procedures.
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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1914
Page
6
County health officer orders isolation for a smallpox case at the jail. The federal authorities oppose certain measures, complicating the response and containment procedures.
A disputed report claims militia forces deported a person described as a "mother" in a tense operation near Denver. Details are unclear due to damaged text but indicate a clash between militia units and authorities.
In Maketey a federal prisoner Blakeley faced removal to the county pesthouse amid smallpox fears. Sheriff Driscoll and United States Marshal Lindsay clash over rights to move him, while guards and health officials scramble to contain contagion. A fumigation and limited guard plan briefly calm tensions as statements trace the stand based on federal authority.
Indications Col Lawson carried out his threat to tear out Copperfield telephones and telegraph lines. Sheriff Rand declined citizen posse aid and volunteers to reach the town. A emissary George Herbert will attempt personal service on Lawson and other defendants. Court orders hinge on actions after law officers’ moves. Lawson’s force packed liquor and saloon fixtures for shipment to Baker ahead of tomorrow.
Jan 4 Alph Faris, tied to a train robbery, is ordered to San Quentin where his life ends. His crippled father James Faris accompanied him to Bakersfield before leaving. jailed note expresses remorse. James Hunter, former jockey club president, dies at hospital after long illness. famed racing patron and stable owner.
On January 4 the siege near Ojinaga intensified with continuous cannon fire. Both sides sent 150 more wounded into United States territory for care in converted schools and churches. Federals reported leaders wounded and losses of 60 killed, while rebels eyed renewed attacks as reinforcements arrived and smoke and fire persisted along the river.
The Standard reports missteps by Michigan mine workers amid strike chatter while Mother Jones is deported by Colorado militia. Smallpox prisoners are noted from county jail as wire reports reference steamship loss and sports gossip. Jessie McCann's body reportedly found in state.
President Riley of the Butte Miners union said no steps were known toward a federation wide strike. He noted the 1912 three year contract with Anaconda Copper Mining remains in effect, with no indication of repudiation despite wider union sentiment and reports from John B. Densmore.
Michigan Governor Ferris will visit the copper country to study working conditions and seek a basis for settlement. He will report findings publicly, with Western Federation leaders urging that if his statements reveal injustice the federation will withdraw. owners fear a renewed struggle if peace plans fail.
Chicago dateline reports the Michigan Federation of Labor will consider calling a general strike of metal miners in Michigan to aid the Houghton county miners. If approved, the American Federation of Labor would be asked to issue the call. Charles H. Moyer, recovering in Chicago, expects to return to the copper country to resume leadership as his back wound heals.
Governor Woodbridge N. 18 decided late today to visit Upper Michigan copper country to study conditions and seek a settlement for the miners strike. He will leave early tomorrow and has notified James Cunningham to start for Calumet at once.
Chicago January 4 Charles H Moyer president of the Western Federation of Miners says the federation will abide by Governor Ferris statement on conditions in the copper country If the governor finds the strike unjustified the federation will retire If conditions are unbearable and the strike justified the governor should state it strongly The miners have urged such a declaration since the strike began
Denver reports say Charles E. Mahone travels to Chicago to press Charles H. Moyer for a general strike across the Western Federation of Miners. Secretary-Treasurer Ernest Mills notes heavy correspondence after Moyer’s deportation and Densmore’s failure to settle strike disputes.
Weir Mitchell, eminent author and physician, died at his home in Philadelphia after a long illness. The 80s age and recent mild grip episode preceded his death. Mitchell was known for neurology focused writings and modern medical works. He held honorary degrees from foreign and domestic universities and influenced treatment approaches in nervous diseases.
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