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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1905
Page
1
Divers inspect the hull as Admiral Goodrich arrives to lead an inquiry into the Bennington explosion. Officials weigh steam pressure, boiler condition, and water ingress while body transfers to relatives unfold under health rules.
The article outlines expected topics at the Washington Conference including Japan’s approach to Russia with friendliness, demands over indemnity led by a pivotal figure, plus issues on Manchuria, interned ships, and a possible armistice concerning Vladivostok.
Washington reports that the first Washington conference meeting will set peace terms with Japan demanding an indemnity near one billion dollars plus cession of Sakhalin, Liudung lease, and control shifts in Korea and Manchuria as Russia and Japan seek a treaty to end the Far East war.
Great Falls Montana July 26 Edward Kirwan head brakeman of Montana Central freight No 433 bound Havre to Great Falls was badly scalded in a wreck near Liscum forty seven miles east of the city. The engine and four cars piled on an embankment. Traffic delayed while transfers were made and freight east of the city suspended. Kirwan was trapped by a steam pipe and coal as the locomotive toppled. He is in a local hospital in critical condition.
Spokane, July 22. About 4 AM a farm house burned to the ground while William McVay and his wife were milking cows. Their 6 week old infant died in the blaze. Mrs Carder, mother of Mrs Meevay, escaped by leaping from an upper window and was badly burned, possibly fatal.
The Missouri Grain company elevator at Moberly Missouri was destroyed by fire today with a loss estimated at 200000 dollars. The blaze consumed a large quantity of grain stored in the structure.
The Stanley Dollar arrived at the quarantine station from Honolulu this afternoon carrying 400 Japanese coolies. They will sail to Tacoma on the Rosalie to join the Northern Pacific Railroad construction at Missoula.
The Erie Railroad directors announce a 4 percent dividend on Erie second preferred. The decision was announced in New York on July 26.
In San Diego the Bennington toll reaches two after Takakie, a Japanese attendant, dies at 4 AM and pay clerk H A Melius dies at 9 30 PM. Melius collapsed after walking the streets following injuries from the disaster. The ship Bennington may go north only after an inquiry by Admiral Goodrich.
Rear Admiral Goodrich, commander of the Pacific station, is due in San Diego aboard the Chicago to convene a court of inquiry into the Bennington disaster. The Navy Department said a telegram from Captain Drake indicates Goodrich fully understands the plan to begin the investigation promptly.
New York July 26 The Equitable Life Insurance Society directors accept resignations of James W. Alexander and Stranahan. Paul Morton is elected chairman and president with a reported eighty thousand dollar annual salary. Vieter and Kruttschnitt named as new directors. The board plans further retrenchment saving five hundred thousand dollars yearly and tomorrow may abolish the chairman position.
The steamer George Presly owned by the United States Transportation Company caught fire and burned near Escanaba Michigan on July 26. No injuries were reported as crews battled the blaze and salvaged what remained of the vessel.
The Bennington gunboat, reported on an even keel, will be towed to Mare Island navy yard for a thorough examination after recent safety checks. The move follows San Diego dispatches noting its condition and readiness for inspection.
A Cleveland based vessel burned to the water edge today near Washington island. The crew escaped in boats and drifted ashore on the island.
Minneapolis report states Bishop Isaac Joyce, stricken by a cerebral hemorrhage and paralytic attack during a Red Rock camp meeting on July 2, is not expected to live through the night.
Covelo Cal July 26 Half of the business portion of this town was burned today. The fire started in a tank house behind the Covelo hotel which was destroyed. Dave Rudee's general merchandise store perished next and the blaze ran two blocks destroying all in its path. No wind aided by shade trees saved the remainder. Loss near 7000 with about 10000 covered by insurance.
In Tokyo on July 26 the emperor and crown princess welcomed Secretary Taft and his party. Lloyd Griscom escorted Miss Alice Roosevelt to the palace as crowds lined the streets. The imperial household and cabinet officials attended a formal reception and luncheon, marking a grand royal display.
Vallejo California July 26 John RR Mc Millan renowned as the coast's most expert diver left for San Diego to inspect the Bennington’s bottom. He asked Commandant McCalla to allow his regular tender H T Stevens to accompany him for safety with a trusted man above. The naval tug Unadilla followed with gear to tow the Bennington here.
About 65 Italian laborers stranded in two Montana Central coaches near Bernice resisted transport to St Paul after a strike over pay. Fire department and police used hoses to disperse the crowd, many armed, with box cars provided for temporary shelter. The company refuses passes. 19 bought tickets to St Paul and six returned to work.
A former Butte girl faces a sorrowful plight as her husband’s actions unfold into a tragedy sequel. The report notes personal cost and community reaction amid the fallout.
Frank Willis Card, a former Great Northern conductor from Great Falls, shoots and kills Beulah Craft aged 20 then shoots himself three times. Beulah's rival, Nellie Ryan Card, wife and mother of six, declares she will stay loyal to her husband and sent meals to him while recounting their troubled marriage and earlier wreck injuries. Beulah Craft dies. Card survives with critical head wounds after three gunshots.
In Belgrade Montana a coroner’s jury rules Charles Vanderscheuren died July 23 after falling from a moving Northern Pacific train due to an open trap door on the chair car. The verdict cites railway negligence and notes a crowd raised funds for the grieving mother in Bozeman before she departed for Portland.
Chicago July 26 report shows gross earnings of the Chicago and Northwestern rail road rising by 2 410 600 in the year. The statement issued today highlights a substantial increase in revenue for the line.
Reports indicate a yellow fever surge affecting New Orleans as health officials monitor cases across the southern region. The situation raises concerns about containment, city impact, and public health responses.
Authorities report strict port quarantine and inspections after fruit boats allegedly introduced the infection. Cisterns and pools are screened. officials warn the public and urge vigilance while the community stays alert to prevent spread.
Houston reports Louisiana quarantine over New Orleans delays as physicians and guards patrol the border. Dr. W. A. Cook leads the expedition while Shreveport relaxes its quarantine. Southern Pacific shifts service limiting trains to the Texas line and halts troop trains at Avondale with freight to be fumigated at the border.
New Orleans reports six more yellow fever deaths by 6 p m for a total of 45 and 11 new cases today bringing to 165 the number since the outbreak began. city forces expand sanitation with 450 workers, ward clubs organize canvassing, and stricter fruit ship regulations begin to curb spread. Dr. Gui teras, a Havana pathologist, is dispatched to assist the effort as the emergency hospital opens.
Norfolk announces ships arriving from New Orleans will be detained in quarantine for five days off Old Point before entry to the port. The measure targets naval and commercial traffic and aims to curb disease spread.
Valparaiso July 26 reports the naval court has resolved to urge Congress to create a Chilean navy and begin with four ironclads of 12,000 tons each built in Great Britain.
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