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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jan 12, 1906
Page
5
A massive explosion at Carnegie Steel works near town onset flames fanned by wind. Four hundred men lose jobs as fires spread, destroying machinery and buildings. boiler blast and debris halt operations, with fire wagons and water shortage delaying containment.
Deputy County Attorney Mott Canning ruled yesterday that Oliver Petar Harvey is named as the co defendant in a first degree charge. The preliminary hearing before Justice Rhoades in Meatorville is scheduled.
The Hast Butte Copper company bought another tract yesterday and plans to sink the Dutton shaft to 1,000 feet, four compartments, with a 230 foot shaft already in two noon cabinets. James Welf, consulting engineer, returns from San Francisco to work with manager Patrick Wall on future development. The property will gain new hoisting machinery and pumps as water is encountered. Company offices remain in Lewisohn block. no notices issued yet.
A man named Fey, afflicted by severe hunger delusions, has been questioned at the county attorney's office. He insisted on constant food, spoke incoherently about meals, and appeared sane only briefly. The case was sent to the lunacy commission for examination.
The Shadwell murder case and the Centerville emery store robbery see little progress. Police offer vague hints and expect arrests soon in the first case, while evidence gathering stalls against two Chinese held for murder as chemical analysis of stained clothing nears completion.
Friends of Hank Durmeister and Frank Hecker grow anxious over two men missing since the new year. They left Butte for Salt Lake City and were expected to reach Utah’s capital but have not been heard from. No forwarding address has been given and their absence is well overdue.
Flint of Pony visits Butte and several residents from Divide Hilton and Melrose are noted as visiting. Births include two daughters born to couples on West Silver and Lincoln avenues. Spokane visiters arrive with guests from Kanes City. Obituaries mention Mary Sullivan’s infant passing, Anna Grace remains shipping, and John Janey’s arrival in Butte.
Helena Jan. 11 Judge Smith wraps up testimony in the Remy murder trial of W J Oliver as Rawin Norris opens for the state. Dr C B Miller of the city testifies the wound pattern shows two bullet entries and a skull fracture from external force, while Drs Lanshung and Brooke dispute the cause. Cross examination discusses hydrostatic pressure and bullet behavior, with Sheriff Peter Scharrenbraich detailing cartridge discharge.
In Philadelphia on January 11 the racquet contest featured Peter Latham of England and Fred Tompkins of Philadelphia against George Standing of New York and Thomas Pettit of Boston. The latter pair won four games to one on the Philadelphia Racquet Club courts.
President J M Hillmilton warned the state agricultural college may face higher long term costs as plans for new buildings stretch the budget. Despite stable current expenses funded largely by the government, the school may need more facilities as enrollment hits a record high with 49 percent growth.
Race results from Los Angeles San Francisco and New Orleans show multiple six furlong and longer events won by various horses such as Grace G and The Mint. Notable times include 1:27 for six furlongs and 1:09 for five and a half. lists weeks and locations with drivers and trainers.
At a Butte Elks meeting plans were set for a minstrel show to be staged at the Broadway theater on February dates. The event, arranged by Duncan Mic-Donald, had shifts in scheduling but the final plan centers on a lively program with cheering audiences and a notable cast including Jesse, Walker, Coleman, Karkiel, Rinckel, and Metuod.
In Columbus on January 1, Senator Meeks urged election of U S senators by popular vote. The measure was adopted unanimously. Senator Wood argued that some senators block the president’s reform, noting disgraceful acts by a rival and a felony conviction. The talk focused on how to change the method of selecting senators.
The hose committee of Indian affairs reported favorably Ine Curtis asil aimed at citing up affairs of the feo clyMized thites in in Man territories and for the disposition of lands not yet disposed of.
Several deaths from fever occurred among the 30 naval apprentices who were brought to the naval training station here last Tuesday. The article notes the illness was contracted during transit and raises concerns about transport conditions and containment at the facility.
The article previews a boxing card at the Race Athletic Club in Los Angeles on February 24. Marvin Hart and Tommy Burns are set to clash, with Barns seen as the likely victor in a 20-pound bout, while Tommy Kelly of Great Falls is paired with Terry Rywn in a light middleweight mismatch described as easy money for the contenders.
Washington daily report notes the senate commerce committee ordering a table report on the BIR rule forbidding steamers carrying passengers to dock at any port without a licensed officer in service, equal to half the crew. The article also mentions Frank Jinhunen, a colored man, charged with assault with a knife on Christmas Day.
London January 14 Prince Arthur of Connaught attended by Admiral Edward Seymour and other members of a royal commission appointed by King Fad in present the order of the garter to the emperor of Japan aboard to Tokyo.
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