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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jul 29, 1913
Page
1
A lengthy Copper Country protest in Calumet and Laurium drew women and children marching six miles from South Range to Painesdale while miners and militia maintained order. No clashes occurred though nonunion workers reported threats. J C Lowney of Butte spoke amid a large union display.
In Butte federation hearings leaders condemned the arrival of alleged strike breakers at Houghton. Operators denied plans to hire such labor. Early today the Isle Royalle mine saw the first shots as a sentry fired on intruders near a powder house. guardsmen patrolled the district with no arrests.
London reports a circulating rumor that a serious uprising occurred in Lisbon. The Daily Mail estimates about 1,600 bombs of various sizes have been found in Lisbon streets since an organized bombing attempt was thwarted on July 20.
Mulhall concedes his projections were too optimistic and cannot guarantee delivery despite initial assurances.
Former lobbyist Mulhall testified before the senate lobby committee about 1911 discussions with William B. Wilson and James T. Lloyd, and described a secret Capitol room secured by Rep McDermott. He said he planned to place staff to block legislation and that labor leaders like Gompers and Morrison were central to the labor lobby.
Ashland Oregon July 28 A tramp saved the southbound Shasta limited from Portland by flagging it just before a burning bridge. The train was late and speeding when a man waved a firebrand beside the track. He warned of a blaze ahead on the bridge, which was badly damaged and near collapse if struck at speed.
London reports a suffragette plot against King George as police receive word of plans. A march to Holloway jail sparked clashes with windows broken and several arrests. Emmeline Pankhurst appeared briefly at a music hall, auctioning her prison license for 500 dollars amid cheers. Annie Kenney rearrested outside. other militants released from jail after sentence reductions.
Whitefish July 28 Great Northern fast mail No 2 westbound wrecked just west of Rock Hill at 1 18 this forenoon Engineer Peck Forcum and Fireman Carl Smith both of Whitefish were killed Express Messenger Lamb injured but to recover The engine left rails turned over fire started but extinguished nearly all mail saved Forcum an alderman in Whitefish leaves a widow and two small children Smith married about a month ago
Dr Charles W Chamberlain a Cle Elum Washington dentist was found dead in St Paul pass tunnel near Missoula after eloping with Nettie Debon of Cle Elum. He was last seen at Falcon Idaho and may have jumped from the Milwaukee train while en route to Butte. Coroner Marsh investigates with no clear theory. Debon accompanied the body to Tacoma for burial.
In Ossining New York on July 28 guards kept tight watch after two sticks of dynamite were found in a Sing Sing cell. Authorities believe rebel prisoners intend to damage property in protest of prison conditions.
On Today’s Standard Page notes recap varied opinions on Mexico and a chaotic scene as bandits may have gotten away. Mention of Calumet mines work, lobbyist Mulhall optimism, suffrage plots against the king, progressives united on tariff, a doctor’s fatal fall, and other brief items across sections.
Washington July 28 Progressives in the Senate unite to push a La Follette Cummins substitute for the tariff as leaders hold a new alignment may form. Talks focus on cotton wool and metal substitutes with possible support from some Democrats. Senate work on the tariff proceeds with rates on chemicals drugs oils and related items completed and earthenware and glassware under discussion.
Washington reports the house banking and currency committee will hold two extra weeks of wrangling on the administration currency bill. A Democratic caucus is planned for Aug 11 to act on a committee report while details of today's meeting remain secret.
The record notes a sharp disagreement between President Wilson and aides over procedural steps. Officials report they cannot reach consensus on the next actions, signaling a split in strategy and leadership approach during the policy debate.
Washington July 28 Ambassador Henry Lane Wilson urged recognition of the Huerta regime after Huerta did things to protect American interests. President Wilson and Bryan viewed the future differently. Wilson may resign. Nelson O Shaughnessy to run Mexico City embassy temporarily. Plan to repeat Diaz abdication considered by Mexicans. Continued on Page Five.
A reported confrontation ended with bandits appearing to flee and vanish, leaving authorities to search the area for clues. No injuries were reported, and no arrests were announced as the scene remained under investigation.
The North Coast Limited hold up near Highview left investigators chasing a trio of bandits. A blunt claim says the safe carried about fifty thousand dollars or more in gold shipments, with ongoing questions about exact contents and the driver’s identity. An elderly witness reported car 970M, owned by George Cash, as the bandits’ getaway vehicle, while the bandits are still not in custody as officers widen their search.
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