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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1902
Page
13
Twenty thousand idle workers amid a two week freight handlers strike leave Chicago warehouses quiet while unions press managers for wage talks. Perishable goods rot on tracks as commission men plan to haul freight themselves. Governor Yates seeks arbitration to end the stoppage.
Freight handlers and railroads in a deadlock fight over a half cent per hour per man. The dispute paralyzes wholesale trade and sparks violent clashes as police restore order after rioters attack teams from Western Electric and freighthouse drivers. Nine arrests reported.
Omaha Nebraska July 14. Freight handlers threaten a general strike if railway firms do not accept a schedule. Demands include a half cent per hour raise and union recognition. Several talks fail to settle terms. Union president Curran says future talks must be with union officers or a walkout will follow.
Seattle July 14 Tracy the escaped Oregon convict is again at large after a bold chase. Deputies report he rode a freight train to Palmer after a ruse near Enumclaw and Buckley. A bloodhound pursuit and massed deputies at Auburn reflect ongoing manhunt efforts and shifting forces.
Bozeman July 14 ranchmen face enforcement of a Montana law prohibiting irrigation water overflow onto public highways. Owners who let water spill risk misdemeanor charges and road managers have warned ranchers to keep rivers and ditches under control to prevent road damage.
King Victor Emmanuel of Italy officially entered St Petersburg on July 14 and was greeted by civil and military authorities. The burgomaster presented the traditional bread and salt plate as he inspected troops before visiting the cathedral to lay a silver wreath on the tomb of Alexander III.
The Brooklyn arrived at Southampton with the late British ambassador Lord Pauncefote's remains from Annapolis. Full naval honors were given as 124 bluejackets bore the coffin to a draped carriage while American and British bands played Chopin's funeral march. His widow followed to the Newark on Trent train for tomorrow's funeral.
Unknown assailants raided the home of William Hussman a non union man at Upper Lehigh early today abducted Hussman and his wife and tried to burn the house. The stove toppled and all furniture was destroyed neighbors put out the fire Hussman remains missing after being led away.
A severe quake is reported to have struck Salonica and Therepia in European Turkey on July 14. The tremor follows earlier seismic activity in the region. Local reports indicate damage and ongoing assessments by authorities.
A Montana district court case challenges whether Lewis and Clarke County can tax profits of foreign mutual life insurers under Montana codes. Northwestern Mutual Life seeks a ruling on sections 681 and related provisions, with potential statewide impact and possible refunds if decided for the insurers.
Marcus Lissner, a Helena resident since 1864 and early Montana entrepreneur, had his leg amputated below the knee at St. Peter's hospital after a year with diabetes and six months of bed confinement due to gangrene. The operation was deemed necessary to save his life and his condition showed encouraging signs postoperatively. He built the town's first restaurant and made a fortune in mining and prospecting.
Fort Erie New York July 14 Kid Carter defeated Al Weinig by knockout in the 12th round after a grueling bout. Weinig showed early resilience with jabs but Carter escalated pressure from the 10th round, delivering a decisive right to Weinig's jaw for the knockout at the count of nine.
Bozeman July 14 Dr James Henshall of the United States fish hatchery has accepted an invitation to attend the Western States game wardens meeting at Mammoth Hot Springs Yellowstone Park around July 20 He may tour the park beforehand and his expertise on fish culture is sought to guide fisheries protection and possible new laws by state legislatures
Bozeman on July 14 the county commissioners report a new roller in use for road repairs. Weighing just over 16 000 pounds, it is built from about a dozen sections of small rollers and crafted by Story foundry with each piece cast separately. The total cost is about 300 dollars less than the local contract for a large eastern roller.
A Montana Supreme Court opinion upholds a judgment against Floyd Closser and T C Davidson. Davidson had sought a new trial in Deer Lodge county, and Chief Brantly’s involvement at the lower court prompted disqualification.
The 42d biennial convention of the Ancient Order of Hibernians begins with national executive committee meetings. About 500 delegates are expected as officers discuss reports and policy, denying politics will guide deliberations while considering Ireland United States union and next convention sites.
The Montana Supreme Court rules that a judgment under appeal cannot be introduced in a second case to enforce the first judgment. Justice Milburn writes the opinion in the Boucher suit while Justice Pigott authors the Kennedy v Dickie land dispute decision. The rulings reverse the district court findings in Silver Bow and Yellowstone counties.
Chief Justice and deputy governor Sir Joseph Little of Newfoundland died today at age 67. With Justice O'Donald Morrison vacant, Little's death leaves Justice George Henry Emerson as the sole surviving member of the supreme court bench and two vacancies to fill. Attorney General W. H. Norwood ex-Premier Sir James Winter and former Attorney General Sir William Whiteway are named in connection with the openings.
Topeka July 14 flood conditions show improvement though rail traffic on the Santa Fe and Union Pacific remains shut off past Lawrence due to washouts. Damaged street railway bridge cuts water and gas to North Topeka for days. Dozens remain at risk as several drowned in the Kansas River in the last two days.
Miss Lena Rehner, 22, left a Burlington train at the Union Depot and ran before a Union Pacific engine on another track. Both legs were severed. she is unlikely to survive. She had recently traveled from Grega, Nebraska, en route to Glenwood Springs, Colorado, and was in poor health.
Queen Mary Henriette of Belgium has suffered a relapse after a period of heart disease and is in critical condition in Brussels.
Port of Spain July 14 Castro has taken command of the Venezuelan troops at Barcelona with about 3900 men. He reports reorganizing them to a better condition and predicts crushing the rebellion led by Senator Matos within 15 days. Rebels reinforce and threaten areas around Caracas and Urica as government forces evacuate Garupano.
Reports from Venezuela say 900 revolutionists under General Penaloza move on Puerto Cabello in Cardobo state while 400 local volunteers concentrate near Espasito. Government fortifications hold the city as shells may fall. German cruiser Falke and Dutch Koenigin Regent head to Puerto Cabello.
Washington reports Minister Bowen urges precaution as the navy department orders the Marietta to proceed to La Guayra after meeting Kingston crew. The Marietta sails from Cape Haytien to relay messages while the Topeka heads from La Guayra to Porto Rico. The Machias relief plan remains unchanged and the department says the Marietta should be back to duty within days.
London July 14 The specially built ambulance will take King Edward from Buckingham Palace to the railway station for removal. Six bluejackets selected to transfer the king practiced by removing the couch from the king’s lying position. Queen Alexandra Prince and Princess Charles of Denmark Sir Francis Knollys and attending physicians will accompany the king. No bulletin will be issued until he is aboard the Victoria and Albert tomorrow evening. As a result of a South London petition King Edward will drive through South London in a tentative coronation procession plan.
A high wind hit Portland Oregon with speeds of 25 to 30 miles per hour this afternoon and evening. Telegraph and telephone lines were damaged though no other major harm was reported. Several plate glass windows were broken and trees blown down in the city.
A blaze in Nice on July 15 sweeps the area of Las Grandes Magins and the Place Cliquety. The military club and the Credit Lyonnais bank are partly destroyed as flames threaten nearby structures.
Washington July 14 The president issued a commission to Meriam as director of the census under the new permanent census law.
London reports in the court circular that King Edward awarded Lord Salisbury the grand cross of the Victorian order set with brilliants during last Friday's audience.
Paris observes a national day with wreaths placed on the Strasburg and Jeanne d Arc statues. Thousands fill Long Champs for a grand review as General Andre and President Loubet head a large military display amid cheering crowds. Heat and crowds strain troops but no fatalities are reported.
The crown princess had a second accouchment on the 25th. the birth date coincides with the prince’s 18th birthday. Emperor’s grandson received a dagger and officials paid visits. Cholera prompts travel restrictions via Yokohama to Hawaii or the U S. John Barrett tours Nagasaki promoting the St Louis Exposition. Japan to spend 2.5 million yen on an exhibit. The Musashi warship was floated after being stranded. Japan marks 25th postal union anniversary with commemorative post cards.
United States battleship Illinois, flagship of Rear Admiral Crowninshield, and the cruiser Chicago reached Christiania Norway. Illinois steering gear failed, helm jammed, ship struck an obstruction near shore, two compartments flooded, port anchor parted, crew contained, Illinois backed off and anchored safely.
The Cooks and Waiters union strike near ending as butchers and bakers refuse to join in sympathy. Most picket arrests have been released on bonds and no picketing has occurred since Saturday noon.
Miss Jessie Morrison arrived at Lansing state penitentiary at 11 o clock to start her 26 year term for the murder of Mrs Otis Castle in El Dorado. She was downcast and no work assignment was announced.
Two carloads of special policemen and laborers arrived from Schuylkill county to Shamokin Pennsylvania. Fifty men went to work and the strikers offered no resistance. The washery marks the first operation in the region since the anthracite strike was inaugurated.
Two hundred coal miners at the Gar mine in Leavenworth Kansas struck today after the company refused to rehire the discharged check weighman as a miner. No wages dispute is involved.
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