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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1906
Page
3
The Anaconda Standard highlights Krentha, praised for his influence and church work with youth. It sketches his life from Civil War service as a lieutenant to lawyer years, then public speaking and leadership, noting his breadth of character and West framed persona.
January 23 report details Town Topics and Collier's Weekly clash over Justice Deuel in New York's Court of Special Sessions. Testimony alleges Deuel drew salary for Town Topics and editorial work, aiding a campaign linked to notable lenders and subscribers. Colonel Mann testified about loans and stock pledges amid graft accusations and political pressure surrounding subscription profits.
A report states the army expects at least two years to quell guerrilla warfare in the Baltic provinces where over twenty thousand revolutionists are under arms. Destruction of estates and killings of innocents continue as the effort faces obstinate resistance and public discontent with Russian rule.
Announcement says the trustees may select Dr Bassett H Conwell of Philadelphia to succeed the late President Harper. If chosen he would bring broad leadership, a Baptist clergyman renowned as organizer and orator, who has built a large college for underprivileged youth and a free hospital in Philadelphia serving thousands yearly.
A Boston banquet honoring Robert Wpatik Me’s birth sparked outrage as a Harvard professor de Sumichrast attacked the Boston tea party and patriotism. He criticized the Maine attack and Bonaparte, provoking stunned silence and strong rebuke from attendees.
Antitrust notes report the Navy awarded a tobacco contract to a non affiliated firm for the first time since the trust era began. Bids by trusted manufacturers were previously favored. this year the award followed sample quality and price, with a sample winner offered two cents a pound for sailors' rations.
Sculptor MacMontiles commissioned to cast a bronze statue of General George B. McClellan, praised for organizational skill and battlefield leadership during the Civil War. The piece notes McClellan’s short command tenure, chaotic early army conditions, and how his efforts welded a fledgling force into a disciplined unit, amid mixed public judgment and historical reassessment.
The piece notes the fourth anniversary of King Edward VII’s accession with a royal gun salute and praises his reign. It mixes global politics, U.S. insider talk, and society chatter, including Washington insurgent vibes, Sen Tillman, Potomac affairs, and Roosevelt’s public image, all blended with tongue‑in‑cheek commentary on current events.
The Montana Iron Works faced a motion for non-suit after the plaintiff Daniel Schroder testified. Judge Bourquin overruled the motion for strict time and permitted an amendment to the complaint, delaying trial. Schroder seeks damages for a work injury while employed by the company.
Amalgamated reports record copper output with 90,000 pods nearly 17 million pounds shipped daily from Batce to the Washoe plant. Ore from Testo & Monten and Poulin mine adjustments prompt overhauls, while forecasts place yearly copper near 1 billion pounds.
A large body of high grade copper ore was struck on the Raven Mining Company's property. The strike occurred in the west drift on the 1,200 foot level, with 20 cars of ore brought to the surface. Earlier ore near the strike yielded around 7 ounces of silver per ton and notable copper values. Five thousand shares traded on the curb in Gostuny with prices around 5.250. The cross cut being driven to merge the veins at about 1,800 feet remains in progress. Company officers and stockholders are optimistic about the result.
The Butte Theosophical Society formed a large study class led by J. E. Lostin with SL members present last evening. Due to crowding two classes will meet Friday and Monday nights, under Lostin with occasional assistance from other Butte branch members.
In Butte the Chinese New Year starts tomorrow, triggering a week of feasts, music, and visits. Merchants expect steady business as families and friends gather, with hosts planning daily meals and public celebrations across Chinatown and adjoining areas.
Adam Gaxseil sues Morgan Strong L M Strong Mang' Strom the Berlin Mining Co North Butte Mining Co First National Bank and S D Thornton in a federal court to halt transfers and contest interests in mining claims. He asserts loaned 6400 in 1908 and 1994 secured by deeds to claims in Bea Leal Margeretha Susivns and Bedillade. alleges conspiracy to fraudulently sell shares to form Berlin Mining with 260000 capital, and that Nord Butte holds some interest while payments flow through the First National Bank. He asks for court to restrain defendants from interfering with his claimed property.
The East Center street street railway project from Maint street to Dialanine likely won’t be constructed. Property owners claim compensation for any downgrade or damages, and the railway company previously agreed to reimburse. Prospective value of houses and possible outright purchase are debated by owners and officials.
Under Sheriff Mike Quinn returns from Helena with requisition papers from Governor Taale for William Paisley. Paisley was found at Balt Lake near the Hennessy company store robbery in Gerville. Quinn heads south with papers, planning to pass them to Detective McGarves in Salt Lake City, who is in charge of that case, after Paisley refused to depart without a response.
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