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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1913
Page
17
Amid session turmoil the Montana House debated a rule change replacing two thirds with a majority to name a steering committee. Proponents argued for limits on steering control while opponents warned of weakened majority rule. Several bills and reports moved, hearings set, and adjournment eyed for Saturday.
In the Senate Mumy of Jefferson and Duncan of Madigan clashed during debate on Duncan’s bill to abolish valuation for school elections in the third class. O Shea of Catton sought to add districts to the second class as committee of the whole considered the measures. The debate touched politics and timing as Duncan urged restraint and vowed to keep politics out. Several bills were reviewed, including prison warden appointment for four years at 5000 dollars, impeachment procedures, Grand Army of the Republic records storage, and chattel mortgages. The judiciary committee favorably reported multiple bills.
Fragmentary report describes workers using pick crowbars and hammers in Eads to remove blocks. After removal th eires laid the work of com me the themith the iron posts and big bubs will be the wal stage of the undertal.
A dramatic scene outside the sultan’s palace follows Enver Bey’s appearance with Turkish staff officers as cabinet resignations unfold. Kiamil Pasha submits his resignation, Mahmoud Shefket Pasha is named grand vizier, and Enver’s faction signals a pro German shift.
In Christiania on January 24, reports say the Norwerrat relief expedition for German scientists faced severe privations amid the remote winter terrain. The mission, long planned to aid the stranded researchers, is deemed impracticable until new transportation becomes available, delaying any relief efforts.
Washington dispatch notes a cultural appropriation bill in the House containing the Pray amendment to fund land surveys in Montana. Government would transfer scattered school sections and lands of similar value to Montana, with $800 anticipated for surveys. Senator Myers seeks to add a 1 percent formula from forest receipts to road construction if the House fails to provide funds.
Nevada assembly passes woman suffrage bill with only Rites dissenting votes. The measure goes to the state senate on Monday and is expected to pass before the next general election.
D C Dodge and H M Berry were named receivers for the Denver Northwestern and Pacific railroad by United States District Judge I XE Lew. The appointment came in a proceeding filed to manage the railroad's affairs amid financial difficulties.
A Kansas House of Representatives debate focused on a bill prohibiting interracial marriages among negroes, whites, and Mongolians. The measure, presented in Topeka, aims to restrict unions across racial groups and reflects era racial policy debates.
A 4000 mile automobile tour carried Mrs William A Hall and her son Melville Hall through several countries and around the region. The trip ended here last night with the travelers using fuel and tire resources totaling 5.90 gallons of gasoline.
Paris dispatches report Balkan delegates in London split over next moves as Constantinople’s revolution rattles Turkey. ministers and envoys weigh awaiting the Turkish reply on Adrianople and the Aegean, with some urging patience and others calling for a firm ultimatum if terms are unsatisfactory. The new Turkish cabinet struggles to form a foreign ministry, delaying decisive action.
A charming afternoon sequence highlights a gray chiffon outfit trimmed with chinchilla fur. J. Fashion illustrates the ensemble as a chic example of contemporary style.
A Montana board of five stock commissioners, meeting after a week in session, adopted resolutions endorsing Attorney General Galen for his handling of the Langhorne defalcation case. The board affirmed the decision to imprison Langhorne Jr for one year and praised Galen and his associates for pursuing the matter in the state’s best interests. A copy of the resolutions will be spread upon the minutes.
A fragmentary OCR item discusses creating a national park in Kootena Forest. It mentions the Vepeerninem area, Blackwell region, and Arcelie beauty, with notes on goats and glaciers. The text references tentative boundaries and designation within a Kontenal area, describing regional interest and circulation among lawmakers.
Milwaukee begins construction of a large steel bridge for the Milwaukee and St Paul railroad across the Missouri River at this place. Materials arrive by the carload and a force is at work, with cofferdams and concrete piers to be built before spring high water. Superintendent Fr Herlihy leads the project as steel is ordered for arrival in the spring.
Mrs. E. H. Carr, longtime resident of Hogeman now in Bozeman, died last night at her Eighth Avenue South home after a cancer battle. She came from Pueblo, Colo., to Montana five years ago with her traveling salesman husband. Survived by husband and one son, with her mother Mrs. L. Hudson living with them. Funeral held this afternoon, conducted by Rev. F. N. Houston. Remains to be sent to Detroit, Mich. for burial.
Fred C Jackson, a former laneral musician, has been elected to the college music faculty in Bozeman. He led the college orchestra for months and is noted for five years of study at the National Conservatory of Music in New York City, including four years as first violin in Anton Dvorak’s Symphony Orchestra. He will serve as Violin Instructor, strengthening the department.
At a Great Falls Commercial Club meeting on January 24 the group reaffirmed support for consolidating the state’s educational systems and unanimously approved a $100 contribution to the state fund. The club also urged the Great Northern to add an enhanced passenger train from Great Falls to Lewistown and a through service from Butte Helena Great Falls to the Twin Cities or Havre.
Helena Jan. 4 The county commissioners association adjourned its annual meeting after endorsing the McMahon highway bill drafted by a committee named by Governor. Two officers elected were President A. Edge Kalispell First Vice President He Patterson Madison Secretary R. Furniss.
Indicted rancher from Fromberg, Jones, faced charges of stealing cattle from Waters Cattle Company. District court heard an employee's account but acquittal followed as the state’s evidence proved insufficient. The case referenced Sheriff Bachelor and Carlton County proceedings with irregularities and an escape incident involving a horse thief during the trial.
Jan report from Whitehall notes a meeting at The EO Pass office with representatives from several groups approving a decree embodied by the district court. Local officials include Judge HM Parker and Tastee Keley of Wane. Mayor Negrey traveled to Livingston to confer with General Superintendent Rapelje about using the water tank during a fire. The ice ratting at Homestake by Northern Pacific will resume with about 200 carloads of Minne machinery impacted by a breakdown. In gratitude for local youths aiding after a recent fire, the fire department will repay them with a performance at a picture show next Saturday.
After ten days in Dillon tending to legal matters Governor Norris returns to Great Falls. The article notes changes in the local law c Norri Hard and mentions Edwin L. Norvin, later linked to Glasgow, with Smith of this city also involved. The case of Carl M. Rood vs William Murray concludes with a jury verdict in Rood’s favor for 2001 dollars, tied to work at the state normal and repairs overseen by Murray.
Lewistown report notes Power Merc Sale Company to build a large wholesale grocery building. The firm increases capital stock from 100 to 390 thousand dollars, largely owned by W. Thesymmes T Power and C B R Power with Hows Todd of Kolin. A local man pleaded guilty to carrying concealed weapons. Arthur Johnson, jailed since May, returned to the county jail with a potential new case and a five year sentence for white slavery under review for retrial.
President Wilson travels to New York for a weekend away from official duties. He attended to private matters and sought rest, without disclosing his exact whereabouts to the public or press.
Paris reports prime minister Aristide Briand suffered a syncope in the chamber of deputies during the evening session. Medical staff attended promptly and he quickly recovered, remaining under observation. The incident prompted officials to reassess proceedings as Briand resumed duties with no lasting injury.
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