Kansas Supreme Court Halts Gas Company Decision
A sweeping ruling by the Kansas Supreme Court orders the gas company halted. The decision impacts the utility’s operations and pending actions across the state.
08 Jul 1905
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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1905
Page
1
A sweeping ruling by the Kansas Supreme Court orders the gas company halted. The decision impacts the utility’s operations and pending actions across the state.
Topeka july 7 the state supreme court ruled that the Kansas Natural Gas company a Delaware corporation cannot do business or hold property in Kansas. The ruling ousts the firm after it spent millions laying pipelines and preparing to serve Kansas cities from Montgomery county to Kansas City Kan. The decision bars any further construction or operation and criticizes state officials while denying the company's ability to compel the state charter board to grant permission. Governor Hoch expressed disappointment.
Hyde's Views, Nana WM. Styne, president of the Chanute and Austin Oil Refinery Co., says the Supreme Court decision will not injure the independent refiner. He calls it a benefit by removing state competition and asserts success relies on the anti discrimination law to secure fair rates. the refinery will continue to fight Standard Just as well without state intervention.
Secretary of War Taft spoke to a large crowd at the University of California in San Francisco. He urged keeping out the coolies while welcoming merchants and students, arguing the policy protects the nation and avoids offending China. Congressman Payne also spoke briefly.
Sioux City July 7 The Big Sioux river rises unusually high flooding Riverside Dark and carrying away boathouses. Thousands of acres of crops ruined as the river widens from a half mile to three miles. Houses float downstream and families evacuate, but no deaths reported yet.
Portland July 7 jury begins hearing in the conspiracy to defraud government land case involving Congress man John N Williamson Dr Van Gessner Marion Biggs and others. Government witnesses describe agreements to secure patents and pay for claims while defendants deny a single firm conspiracy. The session adjourned with testimony paused awaiting continuation tomorrow.
The Great Falls land district report shows enforcement of land laws led to cancellations for failure to provide proofs. About 139000 acres were canceled and restored to the public domain as entrymen realized the need to meet the required proofs and conditions for entry, improvement and residence.
St. Petersburg July 7 Emperor Nicholas plans to move the capital to Moscow. The Listok repeats a rumor that the throne will shift the seat of government, arguing the heart of Russia lies under the Kremlin rather than the Neva’s citadel. The agitation followed Alexander II’s assassination.
Special Dispatch to the Stannara Helena July Whlbur F Sanders a pioneer and veteran lawyer died at 12 20 pm after a long cancer struggle near the eye Doctors reported the end peaceful His illness kept him largely from public life though he remained mentally strong and was respected by friends rivals and Montana citizens across the state His funeral is set for Monday at 2 pm in Helena with bar associations from Montana and Lewis and Clark County planning to attend and plans for rail travel arrangements for those wishing to pay tribute.
Reports state the Kniaz Potemkine has escaped pursuers and remains at large in the Black Sea with torpedo boat Smeltilvy and the Black Sea fleet in pursuit. While likely heading for Poti or Batumi, no dispatches from either port have arrived by 2 am. The tension in the Caucasus region rises.
Chicago July seventh delegates adopt IWW constitution after a split between moderates and radicals. Delegate Alexander Fairgrieve of Montana votes no, warns 4000 Montana miners the new charter empowers tyranny beyond the AFL and undermines industrial union aims.
Seattle reports a draggist SHOCKING REVELATION IN LAKE WASHINGTON and Mrs James Mitchell wife of a furniture salesman drowned yesterday in Lake Washington. An upturned boat and wearing apparel belonging to the couple were found on Union Bay bank as searchers scour the water. Gibson's wife is prostrated with the shock of the tragedy. No one saw the accident and the cause remains unknown. The pair left Madison Park boathouse yesterday morning and were not seen again, neither person aware the other was in company.
An official report from St. Petersburg details the emperor receiving a July delegation from various provinces. Members pledged loyalty and asked for continued war and organizational arts. The emperor thanked them, warned the state must preserve old traditions, and suggested God may punish their sins, calling for aid to restore peace and stability.
Report notes possibility of transferring Panama canal affairs from War to State Department as Secretary of State Taft may take over, with Judge Magone named minister to Panama and governorship tied under the state secretary. Root reportedly accepts president's offer. Taft open to relief from canal duties.
July report from Manila states sailors of the une rnerned Russian squadron are in a sullen mood and show sympathy for Black Sea mutineers. A rumor they planned to murder officers prompted American authorities to monitor nearby monitor Monadnock as warships loomed close.
Oyster Bay July 7 Elihu Root appointed secretary of state with oath to take place later in September President Roosevelt praises his sacrifice and service, noting his law practice will be given up to lead the department. The speech honors John Hay and reflects on public service values and national unity.
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