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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1901
Page
1
Reports from Coven, England describe mournful processions and a formal funeral for Queen Victoria with Emperor William and King Edward VII present. Citizens, officials, and foreign diplomats follow ceremonies at Windsor as Britain grieves a long reign and contemplates a new era under the heir.
Lords London January 25 houses today received identical messages from the king and expressed condolence on the death of the late queen. The address spoke of her devotion to the nation and structure during a 64 year reign and offered sincere sympathy to the king and people.
Lord Kimberley and the archbishop of Canterbury seconded the address praising Queen Victoria for her earnest sincerity and imperial knowledge. They spoke of her religious influence surpassing even the wisest statesmen as the house adjourned.
Washington report prints King Edward VII’s reply to President McKinley’s condolence message. The note from Osborne dated January 2 1901 expresses gratitude for American sympathy and notes the national sorrow is irreparable and shared by the king and the American people.
A summary of late January dispatches notes Queen Victoria’s death sparking global mourning and planned royal ceremonies. Reports from Madrid and London describe the queen regent alarm during a boat outing and a forthcoming elaborate funeral procession led by the king and other royals. Imperial leaders, including Emperor William and Lord Roberts, are set to attend.
Special Dispatch reports Havre facing a smallpox scare with widespread exposure. A new case emerged and a railroad worker spread the disease between cars before being quarantined to the pesthouse. The outbreak prompts fears of a broader spread along the Great Northern line. A legislative note mentions electrocution as a death penalty option in Tidiana.
James Summers, Madison county sheriff, was killed at the cabin of John Woolf near Ennis after attempting to serve a search warrant. A citizen posse searches toward the upper Ruby valley. Woolf, 18, described as a lean, light-haired youth, fled on a buckskin horse. officers warn the public. Summers had been elected on the Democratic ticket in 1896 and re-elected last fall. he was widely respected as a brave, upright official and devoted husband and father.
The town's leaders claim the permit is issued and the contest is now certain. Ministers have given up the fight against the plan, and promoters say the contest will proceed. Opponents may seek court action, though no method is yet disclosed.
Mrs Carrie Nation the Joint Smasher lectured in Ottawa saying she will not continue lone efforts but will organize others to join. Her eye was swollen from rough handling and she praised Ottawa while calling it not a whiskey town. She plans another lecture in Topeka next Sunday night.
The article reports on foreign policy pressures and domestic reactions as anti-foreign leaders face potential posthumous degradation. Minister Conger questions harsh penalties, while Emperor and court dynamics in Pekin intensify, with Tung Fu Liang seen as a key power factor.
Mayor Julia Fleischman granted the Saengerfest Athletic association a permit for two sparring matches at the Saengerfest building, one 10 rounds and one aid, to help lift the Saengerfest debt. The club asserts plans remained within budget and braces for a strong community benefit from the event scheduled for February.
Paris dispatch reports that diplomats agreed to urge Chief potentaries to ensure prompt execution of Chinese functionaries who committed subdue. They request death for Chowang and the civil board president and would seek the death sentence for Gen Tang Buh Siang, to be carried out upon capture.
Baron Withenn von Rothschild dies at 72 in Frankfurt. Mend of ime fumous asa Meeathios Hie Soa Frankfort, Jan. The banking firm of Rothschild mourns a senior member who helped secure major German government loans. London reports his passing and notes extensive ties to European finance. Also mentions military action near Middelburg and dispatches from Buck, Home from China.
Helena Jan 25 Frank gained two votes on the joint ballot. The eight hour bill passed the house. Notices of a woman suffrage bill and an anti gambling bill were given. The senate passed a resolution deploring Queen Victoria's death. Debate focused on the Powell county bill and parliamentary tangles.
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