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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jan 07, 1907
Page
6
The Montana legislature opens with party caucuses as King or Dixon vie for speaker. Final tally favors Dixon with broad general support, while Mantle’s camp casts doubt on King’s chances. Governor Toole expected to deliver the address tomorrow as sessions begin.
A Los Angeles Limited train en route from Council Bluffs to Missouri Valley suffered a deadly Pullman sleeper fire near Loveland. One passenger died, Louis Detosto, 22, from Louisville, and several others were injured, including O. H. Johnson, Henry Catrow, and Mrs. B. Higgins. The blaze, likely smoldering before discovery, caused heavy smoke and widespread damage as passengers fled in nightwear. Investigators seek origin, with theories centering on a berth occupied by a mother with an infant using a flame or alcohol source.
American steel magnate W J Corey and vaudeville singer Mabel Gilman travel together in Paris with Gilman’s mother and sister, raising questions about an engagement and possible marriage in England or the United States. No definite plans confirmed as Corey’s return approaches.
The Fourth Street National Bank bombing killed cashier W MteLerr and another worker. Detectives found in a searched room yard of white use tools and clothing. J R Steele of New York registered as occupant with a grip. porters were denied help carrying belongings.
In Lytchbure Virginia January six a man named Steele, believed to be linked to a wreck on Fourth Street in Philadelphia, disappeared after a local foreman’s resignation. Neighbors recall discussions of explosives and electrical experiments. Mrs Irene Steele, formerly married, is connected by rumor to the case.
In Seattle on Fifth Avenue a Black man named Jane-A. W. Clay allegedly attempted to tear a carriage from Mrs. Rosy Bloom holding a child. Police arrived to rescue him as rioters beat him. he had just finished a long sentence for a prior offense.
A leaked message from acting mayor James Doull and police officials reveals plans to restore an active, disciplined police force. The document calls for prompt enforcement, a probe into alleged graft, and moves to ensure officers work eight hours and patrol consistently. MacGinniss, returning mayor, faces charges and awaits council reaction amid calls for a formal investigation.
In Riveraide California January 6 an orderly habeas corpus hearing revealed W D Hickey of Palo Verde a settler on the Colorado river exercises multiple duties as a deputy sheriff and constable while managing a livery stable A horse theft led to a warrant and preliminary hearing before the court and transfer to the superior court for further action The proceedings culminated with a $87.00 bond or fee cited in bringing the prisoner to trial.
Three men Chitugo Jan G-Threswen died in a warehouse blaze at Hill's Pepe Warehouse on Homrevers. Firefighters lowered out workers as five-story structure burned. Campbell Slofert and Lennon inside the walls failed to respond, leaving three presumed dead in the ruins.
An authority on rains reports a major irrigation plan near Sonora Mexican fields, tallying a potential impact of about 179 million pounds in expected output and linking it to the Bonera region.
New York detectives raided an east side anarchist gathering after Emma Goldman and Alexander Berkman urged disobedience and attacked government. Charges cited inciting incendiary speech. Goldman and Berkman faced bail while Coreyell and Sehwarts faced related ties to the event.
New York doctors report Mr Harriman is improving after surgery performed about a week ago at his home in Ohio. Physicians say he is doing well and may need another week or so of rest before returning to normal activities.
The Goldfield incident centers on multiple entities, with brokers tied to limited sums. Courts may need to determine responsibility as balances and drafts are examined. A recent disputed claim shows a draft of 161, aligning with a formal inquiry.
A gunman on Ghane Street near Jefferson Square refugee camp killed Mia, and wounded or killed two others including Sarah Keeger, wife of Herman Keuger, and her sister Elizabeth Kelight in a violent incident described as a double murder. The case centers on the spree near the city’s refugee camp area with officials investigating.
Houston January dispatch reports the Ermen strike on the Southern Pacific is settled. Firemen and engineers reach a settlement limiting jurisdiction over switch engines and defining seniority. Officials say railway officers had no role in the final agreement.
In Kiev province, Stephan Vocallovich Annikin, a peasant leader and founder of the Group of Tuli, dies after revolutionary activities and exile. Annikin, born in 1840s, worked as a school teacher and among peasants spreading revolutionary propaganda, enduring long imprisonments that damaged his wealth.
The annual report by Frank Sargent notes 3,260,785 immigrant aliens and 65,618 non immigrant aliens entered U S ports in the year, totaling 148,640. Ireland England Sweden Germany Denmark Scotland Italy Russia Greece Turkey Austria Hungary Japan China and the West Indies are cited among sources, with drastic measures urged against objectionable steamship practices and concerns over railroad labor imports and Chinese exclusion enforcement. The report highlights Honolulu and Canadian port arrivals and insufficient Ellis Island facilities for inspections.
Frederick B. Martin, a Portland sales agent, shot his wife Emma then killed himself after a domestic dispute at a squarely fashionable boarding house near Bill and Washington streets. Miss Helma, his sister-in-law, was present. the couple had recent troubles and had returned to live together. Police say the motive stemmed from marital strife amid Martin’s discharge from his biscuit company. Mrs. Martin lies ill with hysteria. the families involved have deep Southern Oregon roots and political ties.
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