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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1901
Page
1
Workers walk out at dawn, signaling start of a labor action that halts production and disrupts services citywide. Union leaders say protests will continue until demands are met and employers negotiate. Local officials pledge to keep essential services running while monitoring impact.
Pittsburg July 14 The Amalgamated Association prepares for a broad strike after President Shaffer orders walkouts at the American Steel Hoop American Steel and American Tinplate companies. The walkout could spread to 74 000 workers and beyond as unions seek to leverage strength and prompt further conference.
Workers at the Humbert plant in Connellsville brace for a strike impact. About 950 employees across Humbert, Greenville, and New Kensington are united, with 500 in Greenville eager to stand firm and no resumption planned in Pittsburg and Pennsylvania plants.
Four thousand workers in Newcastle face a strike with 2000 at Shenango plant 1400 at Greer plant and 600 at National Steel. No wheels will turn at Greer and Shenango tin mills as notices warn the Amer ican Tin Plate company plants will remain idle. Men ready for a long fight after months of preparation.
Railroad workers in Eagle Pass Texas began quitting actions on July 14 cutting operations as crews walked off the job. The disruption was noted to impact local lines and schedules with authorities assessing next steps to resume service.
Ohio Democrats who back his principles plan to bolt the regular party structure, signaling a rift as supporters rally around Bryan and his stance despite organizational discord.
Delegates meeting in Columbus decide to form a new party ticket to protest the McLean Johnson convention and embrace Bryan era principles. A declaration of principles is adopted and will be circulated statewide to rally faithful Nebraskan supporters ahead of a July 31 convention.
Charles Nordhoff, a well known journalist, died in San Francisco today after several weeks in a private sanitarium. He and his family had lived in Coronado in an elegant residence. The death was attributed to diabetes.
The jury in Perry Oklahoma returned a guilty verdict on counts one and two and not guilty on count three in the territory versus Asa C Sharpe ex Indian agent of Baltimore Maryland charged with bribery. Counts details include accepting 1500 dollars and asking 2 dollars and 4 5. Judge Burwell admitted the defendant to bail pending arguments.
An appeal to the territorial supreme court follows Sharp’s conviction for taking and soliciting bribes to influence official actions on leases for pasture lands while serving as agent for the Ponca Otoe and Missouri Indians.
Chicago leaders announce a planned merger of twelve major vaudeville houses from Chicago to Los Angeles and New Orleans under a single stock company. The move aims to cut operating costs while preserving salaries and offering longer engagements for performers.
Dr. Morrison reports from Seoul that Japan holds a cautious yet vigilant stance across Corea. Japan’s numbers grow and about one ninth of the peninsula is Japanese, while Russia, acknowledging Japan’s power, signals conciliation and openly shares troop movements in Manchuria affecting the Corean frontier.
A fire today at the O Brien Boiler works in St. Joseph Missouri caused an estimated loss of 160000 dollars. The blaze started July 14 and quickly engulfed the plant, with firefighters battling the flames through the afternoon.
A two story frame hotel at Gregson Springs burned to the ground shortly after midnight. Estimated loss is 50000 with about 12000 insurance. No injuries. 25 guests escaped in night clothes as a bucket brigade saved the dwelling. Fire visible for miles along the B. and P. railroad line.
A large fire consumed Gregson Springs near Anaconda overnight, destroying the hotel, family hotel, bathhouses, pavilion, saloon, and outbuildings. Don Hayes, the resort proprietor, and hundreds of friends in Anaconda mourn the loss of the celebrated baths and accommodations as flames spread from the main hotel complex.
Heat waves persist across regions as temperatures remain high with little relief expected. Residents brace for ongoing high temperatures and potential heat advisories affecting outdoor workers and vulnerable populations.
Kansas City reports temperatures around 102 to 104 as drought worsens across Missouri Kansas and western territories. Officials warn crops may lose half their corn yield and water scarcity drives cattle and hog shipments to market to save them amid intensifying fire risk. Prostrations noted in Marysville as heat persists.
A two hour cloudburst with near tornado winds ends a devastating drought in Dennison. Rain benefits cotton and fruit crops and stock water, while causing damage including destruction of the Southern M. E. church and several houses. A tornado is reported over the Chickasaw nation with few details.
The sweltering heat continues across Minnesota and the Dakotas. In Huron a child sleeping in the sun died, New Ulm reports 4 degrees, and prostrations increase. The state agricultural experiment farm notes heavy damage to wheat in southern Minnesota and a surge of chinch bugs worsening losses.
Omaha reports a 104 degree day with no hot winds, prompting widespread rainfall pleas. Spring wheat and oats across Nebraska are nearly failing while crops endure due to the cool breeze and hot spell relief.
Ardmore July 14 reports indicate five weeks of drought injuring cotton in the Chickasaw nation. If rain does not come soon, crops will be short with about 60 percent of the corn ruined and no marketable corn. Other grain yields are failing.
Jackson Mississippi July 14 reports say corn cotton and other crops have suffered severe damage statewide due to extended drought.
Burlington Iow a reports a sixth day in a row with temperatures at or above 100 degrees. The relentless heat shows no sign of relief across the area.
Geneva reports no relief from intense heat with a noon temperature of 99 degrees Fahrenheit. Numerous cases of heat prostration and minor sunstroke are logged as the city endures a severe July day.
Copenhagen reports ongoing heatwave across the country with seven fatalities recorded today. Officials urge residents to stay hydrated and seek shade during peak sun hours. Public health advisories emphasize risk to elderly and vulnerable groups.
London reports from Berlin that an intense heat wave has dried the countryside to several feet, drawing moisture from the soil. Fruit drops before ripening, and potato and hay crops suffer significant losses, signaling hardship for farmers.
William McKenzie, shot at Jaggers ranch on Horse Prairie, was arrested by Sheriff Padley and jailed. County attorney received word of a plan to spirit him out of state before his testimony. Sheriff says evidence indicates an attempt to remove him. McKenzie denies plans to leave Montana and vows to stay to prosecute Sam Moore. Preliminary hearing for Moore expected early this week once witnesses are summoned.
Dillon July 24. A group of saloon men tried to revive slot machines but failed. One man was arrested before a officer with a warrant arrived. The county attorney may dismiss the case as saloon operators insisted a city official allowed none the corporation objected to money machines.
The Kurihama ceremony marked the Perry landings anniversary with Rear Admiral Rodgers and Viscount Katsura presiding. Three American and five Japanese warships fired salutes as officials from both nations praised close U S Japan relations.
Lord Kitchener reports Broadwood's brigade surprised Reitz and captured Steyne's brother and others. Steyne escaped in shirt sleeves with one man. The Orange River government papers were seized. Scheeper's commando burned public buildings at Murraysbore and some warhouses nearby. Featherstone and Dixon columns reached Zeerust with light opposition and some captures. British casualties: 1 officer killed, 3 officers and 24 men wounded.
Reno Nevada July reports a large crowd at registration with about 10 000 people present. The scene is orderly with ample water and housing provisions and food arranged. Temperatures near 100 degrees have caused perspiration but no serious discomfort. Rain is anticipated tonight.
Ardmore Oklahoma July 14 Scar Face Jim alleged Dalton gang member located 20 miles east of Ardmore in a secluded spot with bullet wounds. He had a prior encounter in Sulphur with deputy United States marshals, escaping after a desperate fight. Marshals chased him again and he refuses to surrender, wanted for many crimes.
Miles City reports the J. M. Page surveying party finished 20 townships in the Sunday creek and Little Orcupine country. They have arrived in town and will depart for the western part of the state, some heading to Swan river country to survey three townships of timber land and others to Madison county to survey nine townships on the line of the Wyoming territory.
Naples July 14 The condition of Signor Crispi who suffered an apoplectic stroke last Monday and caused concern due to his age is now much improved.
Coleman and James Younger were released from Stillwater penitentiary this morning after being granted a conditional patrol by the board of pardons on Wednesday last in St Paul Minnesota.
London July 1 Harry Vardon defeated James J Braid at Grieff Saturday by two up and one to play to set a new single record of 32 in the last nine holes.
The day is marked with nationwide merriment and festive events as communities join in celebrations across cities and towns. Officials urge caution and share plans for public gatherings and displays.
Paris marks July 14 with grand military reviews, fireworks, and public balls. President Loubet attends the Longchamp review amid cheers plus a letter to the army. Coquelin and Bernhardt appear free at the Lamvis theatre drawing crowds and higher prices, while police quell demonstrations and a diplomat dies suddenly.
About 2600 French residents in Chicago observed the national holiday with a daytime picnic attended by 300 automobiles and a banquet at night. Professor Fortier of Tulon University attended as an honored guest and responded to a toast. Henri Merou, French consul in Chicago, delivered the principal address.
Carlisle Graham completed his fifth barrel trip through the whirlpool rapids at Niagara Falls starting from Maid-of-the-Mist. The barrel rode eddies and swift currents, escaped collision with the cantilever bridge abutments, and emerged bruised but unhurt.
In Wichita and across southern Kansas the day reached extreme heat with thermometers up to 118 in the sun. Rain and special prayer services were held statewide while cattle losses due to heat and tick infection rose in western Kansas.
In Wallace Idaho two miners Ed WN and A. A. Dickman were killed last night by an accidental explosion at the Standard mine. Local authorities investigate the cause as families and fellow workers mourn the loss.
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