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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jul 25, 1903
Page
12
Defendant Shores wraps up testimony in a prolonged disbarment hearing. He claims Mrs. Brackett now resides in West Brighton New York and receives mail at the Eastern Office of the M O P Company.
Testimony by A. J. Shores and others wrapped up with a request to delay further proceedings until Sept 8 due to Captain D G Stivers absence in Alaska. Attorneys argued for continuation for additional witness access while noting two other cases follow. Witnesses described Brackett's connections, the renting of a house, and possible bribe discussions surrounding Judge Harney and the Minnie Healey matter.
Vienna reports deny Bulgarian revolution or prince’s flight. It cites July 6 as the anniversary of his father’s death and says Ferdinand’s trip to Coburn is his annual custom. Officials call Belgrade and Stampa rumors a political trick to sway public opinion away from Serbia.
Belgrade reports Prince Ferdinand and his children traveling through the city en route to Vienna. The royal party is noted moving on a scheduled route with no incidents reported.
Berlin reports support from a Bulgarian source that Prince Ferdinand has likely fled Bulgaria as rumors of his flight gain credibility. A Sofia dispatch notes a possible attempt on his throne, inspired by Serbia's example, and fears unrest will settle only after the current excitement subsides.
San Francisco July 24 Testimony at a battery case against T J Newman boarding house keeper centers on alleged demand by Consul Bennett for five dollars per sailor shipped from the port. Newman claims consular orders required payment for every sailor and that at least 100 ships monthly were sent. Several sailors testify Newman did not strike Chambers. All admit receiving pay from the consul. Judge Cubiniss took the case under advisement.
Special Dispatch to the Standard Havre July 4 The military authorities at Port Assinniboine will no longer issue permits for civilians to fish on the reservation. Last Sunday morning fishing parties were expected but no permits were available as troopers patrolled Beaver creek to deter trespassers. The post commander notes many fishing parties had fished without permits and reduced trout numbers, ending all lawful fishing.
Special Dispatch reports Robert Burns, previously jailed as John B Sullivan for a four year South Dakota sentence, is sought in Big Timber for bouncing a check from Briggs & Ellis Company ranging from 50 to 60 dollars.
The Montana Supreme Court in a Brantly opinion limits Judge Clancy's survey order affecting about 10 Parrot company claims while ruling some terms too broad. Justice Holloway dissents, contending the order infringes private property rights and could force activity without due process. The ruling directs specific deletions and adds that plaintiffs pay reasonable incidental expenses for necessary appliance use.
San Francisco reports that actor and pugilist Robert Fitzsimmons was granted a license to wed Julia Mae Gifford. The ceremony is set for tomorrow at the bride’s hotel. Fitzsimmons lists his age as 41 and Gifford as 23, with both stating New York as home.
Billings July 24 George Robbins former Billings fireman who went to Alaska two months ago has been appointed Valdez fire chief at a salary of 14 a month and also city clerk at an additional salary.
Baron de Bush was struck by a train near Northampton while traveling to Scotland with his wife Miss Pauline Joram the American prima donna. He died shortly after arrival at a ward.
Will Hunt reports a test to furnish Havre with a town water supply failed because of quicksand. A new location for the water source will be sought.
A seat at the New York Stock Exchange changed hands for 60 000 dollars in a brisk sale. The prior sale price had stood at 67 500 dollars.
In Dublin on July 24 King Edward and Queen Alexandra toured public institutions amid cheering crowds. The royal pair, with aides including Lord Iveagh and Lord Aldebam, visited working‑people dwellings, St Patrick’s Cathedral where they received an address, the castle lunch, and the Irish constabulary depot with a drill exhibition in their honor.
Shamrock I will race Columbia after the cup races on the Newport course or elsewhere. Ed Morgan at Newport is willing to race the Columbia against her former adversary under conditions set by Sir Thomas. The offer was accepted aboard the Ern and a race is certain.
The New York Tribune describes vases and bowls in amethyst rose olive green emerald and more with iridescent finishes. White and green glass remain enduring favorites as Austria and other regions offer ornate shapes and delicate flower holders for roses lilies and hollyhocks.
George Magrady of Chicago claims to have created a 36 candle power light that never goes out. A sealed air tight globe houses the secret chemical glow first noticed during photographic experiments four years ago. A company is formed to manufacture sizes of the light, with a patent hood to cover the globe when not in use.
At Great Falls on July 24 the wool market saw 18 clips totaling 290000 pounds, averaging 16.36 cents. Prices ranged from 14 to 17.8 cents with only two clips under 15 cents, led by buyers such as Yunch Stauffer Reed & Burmeister and Sturgeon Co. Market notes record strong activity and top averages for the season.
Billings July 24 field reports a solid market day with 358000 pounds sold at the Northern Pacific warehouse. Samples on the warehouse floor total 24000 pounds since yesterday. Prices include Rudolph Melt 9000 pounds at 164% cents and Mrs A D Huntley 100000 pounds at 147% cents among other consignments.
In White Sulphur Springs on July 24 reports list wool consignments from Charles T. Rader 20,000 pounds at 16 cents A C Blair 15,000 pounds at 16 cents Philadelphia and Montana Livestock Company 15,000 pounds at 17 cents events Foster Sheep Company 65,000 pounds at 17 cents.
Special dispatch reports in Big Timber on July 24 with 215000 pounds sold at 14 to 16 cents per pound. Traders note strong demand and peak activity for the season as buyers and sellers respond to market signals.
General Gomez dispatches to President Castro after capturing Ciudad Bolivar. The report notes a three hour battle on July 19 with extensive casualties on both sides, lists captured enemy officers including 28 generals, and reports 3000 Mausers, six field guns, and 20000 cartridges seized.
Philadelphia July 24 Billy Maynard of Philadelphia was knocked out in the first round by Young Corbett at the Industrial Athletic club. The six round bout favored Corbett who was described as a trifle fat though the fight was fast. Maynard was knocked down three times and finished by a right to the jaw just before the bell ending the round.
Eleven more bodies of Union Pacific coal mine victims have been recovered at Hanna Wyoming. The corpses are badly mangled and decomposed. Rescue work continues with hope to finish recovering all bodies before week’s end.
Mrs. Halpin wife of George Halpin of Billings died at her North Thirtieth street home Friday morning. She had given birth to a son last Sunday and death came from uterine tuberculosis. She leaves a husband two children the infant and a two year old. The body will be taken to town for burial.
The Rev. Joseph Pope, pastor of the Congregational Church, resigns effective October 1 due to his wife's ill health. They plan to move to the coast for a period.
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