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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jan 13, 1902
Page
2
A medical incident injures renowned soprano Mme Nordica with surgeons optimistic for recovery. Her accompanist is also a victim in the incident. A separate engineer involved is reported killed in the same event.
In a dawn crash on the Southern railway near Reeves station 20 miles north of Rome Georgia Mme Lillian Nordica the singer was hurt and her accompanist E Romaine Simmons sustained a bruised hand. Engineer Frank Tracekey was killed and 3 other railroad workers injured.
The engineer and firemen of the freight train leaped to escape a blaze and sustained heavy bruising in the incident.
About a thousand people gathered at Knox county jail to view Montana train robber Harvey Curry but were barred by the jailor enforcing a new rule requiring a sheriff’s written order for weekday access. Cheyenne officers with Curry requisition papers are expected Monday.
Correspondent notes 16 new cities and Vilna added to areas under extraordinary police supervision. The article cites powers to close factories expel residents seize property issue curfews and arraign suspects without prior reports to St. Petersburg, with penalties including three months’ arrest or a 500 ruble fine for failing to disperse.
In St Etienne on January 12 the premier Waldeck-Rousseau and ministers led a rally for ministerial reforms. Crowds from Paris and the region filled the town as ceremonies honored Garnier and a hospital statue unveiling. The premier stressed republican victory, disciplined governance, economic reforms, and naval progress while praising existing legistation and vowing continued aid.
At the Pan American conference in Mexico City representatives from the United States Mexico Argentina and Peru postponed meetings. Argentines warn they may withdraw if compulsory arbitration is not passed while Chilean demands keep the plan from being reported. A committee approved restraining acts to preserve archaeological remains and create an international American museum with member governments funding and delegating a commission.
Frank Holt a 13 year desertion prisoner on Alcatraz Island escaped by hiding in a large wooden box sent to a San Francisco clothing firm and loaded on the steamer McDowell. The box was designed to open from inside and Holt walked ashore in a blue uniform with other soldiers undetected. Edward P. Simmons a former Alcatraz prisoner was arrested as an accomplice.
Washington reports Australian tariff changes will apply immediately to amendments passed in parliament. If the bill fails to pass as drafted, duties may not be refunded. As debated, a notable amendment lowers manufactured tobacco duty from 80 to 79 cents per pound.
Melbourne January 12. Prime Minister Barton defends Australia tariff saying Canada benefited from 35 years of protection and should appreciate Australia’s move to place its manufacturers on a sound basis like Canada’s.
The death list from the New York Central tunnel accident grew to 17. Win Held Slutze, who had his leg amputated, died today at Flower Hospital. He lived in New Rochelle. Richard Molineux, also of New Rochelle and at Flower Hospital, is reported in serious condition. Other patients are progressing favorably.
The Record-Herald reports that after interstate commerce testimony in Chicago cattle shippers expect lawsuits against railroad companies operating lines between Chicago and the Mississippi River. They seek 1 to 2 million dollars in refunds for alleged overcharges on cattle compared with packing house products since June 30, 1901. Cattle growers and shippers groups may unite to file test cases.
Preliminary steps have been taken to form a club for advancement of aerial navigation in America. The organizers are well known from the Automobile club and the venture marks the first of its kind in the United States. The proposed name is the Aero Club of New England.
The pan American conference failed to settle the dispute today in Mexico City. Delegates Puchanan from the United States Pardo from Mexico Alzamora from Peru and Bermejo from Argentina met but Pardo requested postponing a decision until tomorrow morning after consulting the Mexican government. If delay continues the Argentine side may view it as a rejection and depart.
Kiel Jan 12 The German cruiser Gazelle has left port for Venezuelan waters.
General Alban, military commander, decreed the vessel San Taro be appropriated after South American Steamship refused to charter it. He took possession, deposited its value with a Panama banker, and plans to arm and sail the ship against the Colombian liberals. The Philadelphia cruiser has not yet returned from Las Tablas.
President Zelaya of Nicaragua with cabinet ministers and other officials depart Managua for Corinto to confer with Central American presidents. Generals Sierra of Honduras and Regalado of El Salvador travel to Corinto to join hoped peace talks on January 15 and 16.
A January fire in a wooden house in Yokohama killed 12 occupants and left 20 others severely burned. The blaze broke out in the early hours, threatening nearby structures as responders battled the flames. Local authorities ordered investigations into the cause of the deadly fire.
Miles City reports no new developments in the Indian trouble at Lame Deer where Northern Cheyennes, about 1,500 people, live near the Rosebud. Fort Keogh troops are expected on the ground to deter further outbreaks. J C Clifford, agent for four years, runs a calm, firm administration with local stores, a hospital, a school, and Tongue River mission nearby.
Washington reports show the Senate planning a busy week mainly in committee rooms with three measures expected for action. The Nicaragua canal bill the Philippine tariff bill and the ship subsidy bill are slated for possible reporting though debate on them may not start immediately. Delegates expect a tariff cut on Philippine imports and the bills could compete for priority once agenda decisions are made.
In Washington on January 12 the House faces limited agenda with most work in committee. Monday focuses on District of Columbia bills, then the pension appropriation bill, about 139 million dollars, is expected to pass after explanation. The Ways and Means Committee will handle minor revenue stamp bills, with adjournments to refine major measures and hearings on Cuban reciprocity starting Wednesday featuring General Wood.
The New Vintage is described as more delicate and breedy than the 1893 and similar to the 1889. G. H. Mumm's Extra Dry is now hitting markets with immense reserves guaranteeing quality. This brand saw 120,259 cases imported in 1901, about 60,000 more than any rival.
A force of 75 men laid 80 pound rails on 2800 feet of track from First Avenue to Sixth Street North, replacing old rails as part of the Portage cut off extending toward the Giant Spring. The project includes the silver smelter spur segment and a dead level grade from the Missouri River Bridge to the Giant Spring.
The cruisers Chicago Albany and the gun boat Nashville departed Villefranche to await Rear Admiral Cromwell's arrival, signaling a redeployment in the area.
Kilpatrick Bros and Collins of Beatrice Neb awarded contract by Southern Pacific to shorten the line between Vista Nevada and Wadsworth a distance of two miles. Contract price nearly half a million dollars.
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