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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1909
Page
1
Governor Edwin L Norris sends a special message to the legislature urging economy measures after a massive fire. Projections indicate the death toll may reach fifty three workers, prompting calls for safety reforms and scrutiny of industrial practices.
Governor Norris urges economy to prevent state debt and favors delaying special appropriations until the general appropriation bill passes. He presents two year revenue estimates, notes possible tax rate changes and outlines detailed annual expenses by office and state agencies.
Meyers anti pass bill senate No. 3 would bar railroads from giving passes except to actual employes. The committee recommended killing, Meyer protested views on passes influencing officials. Everett said he favored killing in form but not policy. A second anti pass bill followed, widening who may receive passes to include workers, families, officials, charitable groups and needy persons. The session featured debate on related reward and detective powers for county officials.
Chicago news reports a catastrophic explosion and fire at a Lake Michigan crib and tunnel project. Ninety five workers were present when the powder vault ignited, with at least 53 missing and many believed dead. Rescue boats and tugs battled ice floes as 39 men were saved and crews listed missing. The George W. Jackson Co. built the tunnel, which remains unfinished as search efforts continue.
Helena January 20 police pursue a tangible lead in the John Hancock mining murder case as the coroner's jury sits in recess. Suspect alibis include Holt the claimed lover and Walker with strong testimony dismissed, while miners' union members aid the inquiry.
New move in federal libel action over Panama canal purchase. World employees Thomas Corcoran and William Gull were subpoenaed and testifying readiness noted. William Dempsey of the World testified before the grand jury, which adjourned to tomorrow.
Washington January evidence focuses on William Nelson Cromwell Douglas Robinson and Charles P Taft with district attorney Baker's team. Six Indianapolis witnesses testified while four from the News and two local officials were identified. Cromwell has not appeared but meetings occurred at his hotel and future calls including Charles William Thompson are under discussion. Hearing resumes tomorrow.
Helena Montana January 20. House committees on affairs of cities heard utility measures aiding city council regulation of street cars and light companies. Both sides presented fully. It is understood a majority of the committee will report adversely to passage of the bills.
Don Carlos Wiseley, 20, arrested in St Louis on charges of complicity in a band of bank clerks who robbed the Old National Bank of Spokane. He confessed to obtaining 11 000 from the bank while employed as paying teller and blotter clerk and says 8 900 of the looted funds are in a Spokane safety deposit box. Police say over 1 000 was found on him and the case may lead to other arrests.
Helena January caucus of Democratic House members met in Judge Clements courtroom. Crutchfield presided as chair. Discussion focused on a primary election law for U.S. senators with Oregon law favored. A five member committee Pierson Duncan Kilgallon Crutchfield Burke was named to draft a bill and report on other party measures.
Bridgeton New York January 2 The jury found Herbert Grigg aged 18 guilty of murder in the second degree for the killing of William Read of Vineland.
President Roosevelt defers action on anti Japanese legislation amid protests as lawmakers await guidance. Officials report continued debate and the administration seeks a path balancing security and civil rights.
Sacramento report states that bills denying Japanese land ownership or corporate directorships were put off for seven days by a close 43 to 34 vote. President Roosevelt and Governor Gillett were cited amid protests that Japanese numbers are rising and urgent action is needed statewide.
President and Secretary Root focus on looming California Japanese legislation despite assurances from Pacific coast lawmakers. The unreleased diplomatic factors behind the protest are known to Senate and foreign affairs committee members and influence conservative Pacific coast sentiment in Congress.
Smyrna reports a second quake at 2 10 P.M. with no major damage. In Phoenicia district over 90 dwellings destroyed. two killed at Menomer and two at Casa Blanca, while doctors and food are being dispatched. The battleships Louisiana and Virginia remain in harbor.
J A Halliday night cook at the Headquarters cafe in Plains is found with two bullet wounds and a .32 revolver beneath his arm. Coroner Hattery to decide if murder or suicide. Witness says cash register was emptied before the shooting. Suspects L A Gardner and Indian Joe jailed. Halliday leaves a wife and daughter in Phillipsburg. He was 42.
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