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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1903
Page
1
Medical experts from Rome study the pope's long illness as doctors admit they cannot explain his resilience. Vatican aides report gradual improvement amid mystery surrounding his condition and ongoing treatment.
July 15 dawns with pope in calm condition yet doctors warn of a likely rapid decline. Relapses wear him down while nourishment failure heart trouble or advancing pleura disease threaten survival. He calls for cardinals and greets them seated, saying God’s will be done as he prepares for final departure.
Rome reports show the pope's condition almost unchanged after midnight. Breathing difficulties appeared briefly but periods of restlessness gave way to drowsiness during the early hours. The description notes a tranquil sleep between brief perturbations.
The pope made a quick attempt to sit up in bed today, then returned to a reclining position shortly after. Officials note the action came after a strenuous effort but provide no new prognosis and say he remains under care.
Rome reports a papal revival that allowed four cardinals and senior church leaders to enter the pope’s sick room. Cardinals Ca vochos Thal tar archbishop Nazimea Nocella patriarch of Antioch Tripepi prefect of indulgences and Cavannis entered the chamber.
Rome reports a new official bulletin on Pope Leo XIII noting fluctuating health with brief periods of delirium and strength declines. Doctors admit uncertainty as the pontiff is described as unexpectedly alert at times while his vital signs remain fragile and death appears possible at any moment.
Rome July 14 reports say the pope's illness has advanced beyond nerves to the brain with brief delirium spells and incoherent muttering. Doctors note gravity increasing as diplomats visit the Vatican while Dr Lapponi sees his sick daughter.
Home July 14 The pope's mind is not as clear though he realizes danger. After doctors visited and tried to soften the gravity he told his valet I think I know better time running short I wish to speak to Rampolla. Cardinal Rampolla entered the room shortly after.
Special Dispatch reports in Livingston that Yellowstone park tourist Phil Sheldon died when his wagon team ran off a precipice and plunged into a canyon. The horses also perished, found dead at the bottom more than 200 feet below.
Special Dispatch from Hanna Wyoming reports preparations to resume mine rescue work at the June 30 disaster site. A veteran rescue party from Hot Springs arrives with others en route from Diamondville Cumberland and Spring Valley to extinguish fires and reach the victims. If flames prove insurmountable efforts may end and a new shaft opened.
Full blood Apache Kaufman, a Rice Arizona school graduate, killed his seven month old infant and fatally wounded his wife after she scolded him for losing money at a gambling house. He fled to the mountains but was captured by mounted Indian police.
Frederick Fisher was executed by hanging at San Quentin after being found guilty of murdering his wife on April 23 in Riverside. The confession followed days in jail and the crime stirred Southern California when he allegedly used chloroform and arson to destroy evidence and collect life insurance.
Union Missouri July 14 Joseph Smith 41 is jailed on murder charge for shooting his half brother John Rhodes 56 at their home 15 miles from Union. Their mother Mrs Elisa Rhodes age reported ill in the next room sat up when the shot rang out and died instantly.
A Knoxville based pursuit ends with Har vy Logan, the escaped train robber, shooting two members of the pursuing party in Adairville Kentucky as authorities attempt to arrest him. Both wounded men are said to be Knoxville residents.
James H. Hawley, Idaho Democrat, wins Boise mayoral race by 279 votes amid Republican city leadership. Indorsed by Labor Union and Civic League, Hawley campaigned for gambling suppression. Pinney, a Boise pioneer, loses as Hawley's rival on the Republican ticket. Fireworks and band welcomed Hawley as council remains largely Republican.
Albany July 14 The deputy sheriff at Coxsackie protected James Little a 16 year old Negro by smuggling him from Mimsy jail to Catskill. Earlier near Baltimore Little assaulted a farmer's 14 year old daughter and fled after threatening the child with death. He was captured confessed and jailed. A mob formed including farmers striking molders and river men led by the girl's father but the sheriff removed Little to safety. The child is seriously injured but may recover.
Detroit reports no additional deaths from toy pistols today while Pittsburg records two more fatalities from pistol wounds around Fourth of July celebrations. The tally in July rises with eight deaths linked to the holiday.
Butte’s chief executive announces proceedings to remove five aldermen over residency and other disqualifications. He hints that similar charges may be filed against Mullins, signaling a tit for tat clash between city leadership and the council.
Pat Mullins, mayor of Butte, initiated quo warranto proceedings in district court to oust Aldermen Gallagher, Siebenaler, Ryan, Lally, and Doull for alleged nonresidence or nonpayment of city taxes. Mullins argues the five lack qualifications as freeholders and taxpayers, while aldermen defend their eligibility and vow to fight to remain in office. The case mirrors prior debates on alderman qualifications and rent versus ownership of property in Butte.
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