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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jan 22, 1909
Page
1
A brief political item notes Donlan hosting or attending an event in Helena with Montana Republicans featuring leading figures and party activities at the state capital.
Helena notes rise of Senator Donlan at Grandon banquet with 200 Republicans and a slate of dignitaries from diverse Montana counties. Toasts covered national figures and state politics as speakers recalled presidential history and future possibilities.
A Chicago crib tragedy reports a list of dead tied to FIR Number Seventy. Authorities have not released full casualty figures or identifications as investigations proceed.
The Seventy first Street crib fire near Chicago left at least 50 dead with fears the toll could top 100. Workers perished at the shaft mouth. Nathan Daltz recounts an eight hour entombment and rescue. Federal jurisdiction questioned. a single funeral plan and a monument are proposed.
Government witnesses describe the Sept. 12 1907 Great Northern holdup at Rondo. Fireman Fred Pierson details a one hour siege with 75 to 200 shots fired. The taller bandit resembled McDonald and wore brown trousers. Frankhauser could not be identified.
Washington officials report a definite decision to proceed with the engagement of Miss Katherine Elkins and the Duke of the Abruzzi. The Dowager Queen’s opposition, Italy's relief over American aid after the earthquake, and strong public sentiment in both nations are noted as pivotal factors shaping the forthcoming nuptial announcement.
A Washington bill proposes that a condemned inmate choose between hanging, the electric chair, or a drug dispatch. The law would also allow the prisoner to select the execution date within two court named dates and remove a fixed execution date.
In Helena on January 21 the Montana senate committee of the whole, 17 to 7, recommended passage of Senate Bill No. 21 the criminal retrial bill. Debate featured Meyers Long over the bill with critics arguing it erodes trial rights while supporters say it prevents retrials on technicalities.
Governor Norris issues a Montana proclamation calling citizens to mark the centennial of Abraham Lincoln born February 12. He urges public meetings and school ceremonies to honor Lincoln’s private life and public service and to discuss his patriotism.
The president warns senators that many issues are less important than curbing a wave of Japanese bills. He urges focus on priorities and directs lawmakers to scrutinize foreign policy moves affecting national interests.
Washington reports the president told California visitors a fair trial is needed on promises to reduce Japanese citizens. He warned that if the numbers do not fall, he will not block hostile legislation after leaving office. Senators Flint Fulton cite doubts about government figures and local impacts.
Some trains run smoothly while others stall causing disruption on the West End line. Officials report ongoing issues with operations affecting services and timing.
Flood damage blocks line near Missoula with water over tracks at Garrison forcing 12 hour repair delay and trestle replacement. Through service late or halted on Northern Pacific. some trains annulled, a Spokane to Butte stub carries stormbound passengers. Snowmelt threatens Western Montana railroads with flooding rivers.
Sacramento January 21 Governor Gillette stated there is no danger of anti Japanese legislation at this session and does not plan a special message. Assemblyman Johnston’s segregation bill is favorably reported but will be held until next Wednesday morning. Even if passed by the assembly, the senate is not expected to indorse it and the governor opposes such measures.
Washington, Jan. 21. A senate debate over higher federal judge salaries lasted long as the pay raise for 29 circuit judges from 7000 to 9000 and 8 district judges from 6000 to 8000 were approved. Senator Borah questioned constitutional spirit in the president's 100000 salary and Tillman implied some judges were on corporate payrolls, prompting protests over unnamed allegations.
Special dispatch from Missoula reports 120 feet of track washed out at Eddy 91 miles west of Missoula. Delays of at least 12 hours expected as trestle work and new rails are rushed to the scene. Passenger and freight trains tied up at Plains Trout Creek and Missoula while repairs proceed. Water over tracks at Garri son prompted a relief crew but the problem is not believed serious. Other sections remain in good shape at midnight.
Cheyenne Jan 21 The National Woolgrowers association will maintain a permanent bureau in Washington to oppose proposed tariff reductions on American products especially wool. The executive committee announced sufficient funds have been raised from members and others interested in sheep raising.
Helena visitors Mayor Corby and Aldermen Ambrose Murphy and O Leary arrived to work on municipal bills for the city.
Washington January 21 A tense exchange over Bonaparte appearing before the senate judiciary subcommittee on the Tennessee Coal and Iron and United States Steel merger. Bonaparte cited a supreme court engagement and declined to testify while the committee kept his letter private and rejected outside aid.
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