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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jul 01, 1900
Page
2
Berlin reports a high official warns war fears push for a bigger German army while subjection of China seems unlikely. Diplomats debate troop use and risks, with calls for cautious policy and reliance on commerce to shape China affairs.
At Poughkeepsie on the Hudson Wisconsin tops Pennsylvania in a thrilling two mile freshmen race, finishing first with a 9:45.2 as Cornell and Columbia fade. In the varsity four mile event, Pennsylvania holds off Wisconsin by under a boat length in 19:44.9 with Cornell, Columbia and Georgetown following.
Rear Admiral John W. Philip, commandant of the Brooklyn navy yard, died at 3 15 PM from heart disease after being ill since Thursday night. A veteran of the Civil War era, he rose through ranks from lieutenant in 1862 to rear admiral after the naval reorganization bill. His wife was at his bedside. He commanded the Texas during the battle with Cervera and reportedly exclaimed Dont cheer the poor devils are dying. He entered service in 1856 and served with distinction.
A June 30 blaze in Tacoma wiped out the Puget Sound Lounge and Mattress warehouse and damaged Northern Pacific yards. Captain Carlson and fireman Frank McLean were injured. several young workers escaped as wind-driven flames spread. Total losses exceed 915,000 for the factory and about 3,000 for other structures.
Philip Nordlund was found guilty and sentenced to death for the May 1 killings on the steamer Prince Carl. He confessed to planning the crimes and stealing 800 kroner, saying he sought to avenge himself on mankind. He denied insanity.
Marglar special dispatch reports an unknown man entered the Nesmith residence during a family absence and stole money, jewelry, and Mrs Nesmiths pocketbook. No one saw the intruder. police to question suspicious locals at dawn.
Deputy Sheriff Harrold telegraphed from Big Stone, Va. announcing the arrest of Robert Noaks in connection with the Goebel assassination inquiry in Frankfort, Kentucky.
Wisconsin led from the start and held off Cornell and Pennsylvania in a four mile test under windy conditions. The Quakers finished second by a narrow margin with Georgetown, Wisconsin, Columbia and Cornell close behind as crews battled for position and spectators cheered.
Wallace L. Turner indicted in March 1899 for soliciting funds from government employees on the Fort Peck Indian Reservation during the 1896 Democratic campaign. He pleads guilty and pays a $100 fine. Also, Antoine and Peter Duphnays plead guilty to jail terms of six months. Demurrer in Kennedy case. Gagnon of Butte and Guilbault of Maryville discharged from bankruptcy.
Lawrence A. Brown longtime county leader and former state senator died at his home near Barrett's Station ten miles from Dillon. He owned the New Departure mine in Blue Wing district and was an early Butte city attorney. He leaves a wife and one son. remains to be taken to San Francisco for interment.
Omaha judge Dick inson declares the Reservoir Lee company known as the Lee Trust to be in violation of the antitrust law. He declines to dissolve the corporation pending a reply and joining of issues. Attorney General Smyth says he is satisfied with the decision and notes that any person connected with the company, now deemed a trust, may be fined upon complaint by a citizen.
San Francisco reports the initial overland passenger train reaching Point Richmond on the Banta Fe road carrying 230 marines. The seven sleeper cars completed the Newport News to Point Richmond route, with a Chicago start and a three and three quarter day run.
A fashionable New York reception exposes the proliferation of bogus gems among the wealthy who display gemsthy at receptions, often sold by the pint rather than by the carat. Fear of robbery drives crowds to wear pretended fine jewelry as expert thieves attend swell functions.
The article argues sham jewels depend on style and occasion. Large daytime pearls are seen as bad taste. small evening pieces blend in. Well made paste pieces rival real gems, while fake jewelry is costly and short lived. Refined taste avoids excess and flaunts tasteful accents.
Reports from Cape Town indicate former Premier Schreiner will resign his seat in the house after clarifying his stance on the reassembling of parliament.
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