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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jul 31, 1903
Page
1
Authorities pursue escaped convicts believed to be headed toward the Sierra Nevada range. Police report the fugitives are elusive and pursuers discouraged as the trail grows cold in the mountainous area.
Sacramento July 30 After a day of fruitless search for Folsom Prison escapees 20 men move to intercept between Loftus and the railroad. Placerville reports 12 convicts still at large and feared to be heading to the Sierra Nevada. Leader J W Woods alleged former US soldier who deserted and aided Filipinos is cited as a key figure in the gang.
Sacramento July 20 A posse of guards has left Folsom to intercept the man headed that way from Dalton's bar. For the first time since the break prisoners were allowed to meet in the dining room at once this morning. Since Monday they have been fed 9 at a time in the dining room. yesterday they ate in their cells due to restlessness.
Nevada City July 80 William Green a cowboy reported seeing two armed men between Yankee Jim's and the North Fork of the American river in Placer county seven miles north of Colfax He identified Ed Davis and Joseph Murphy from photos as the two convicts They wore overalls carried revolvers a Winchester and a cartridge belt The men aged about 45 and 24 spoke to Green and then left Green weighed 150 to 160 pounds and the attackers appeared not officers Constable McLeary of Colfax notified residents in the area.
A powder explosion at Wigginsville near Lowell results in at least nineteen deaths with up to twenty five possible. Two of ten hospitalized victims may die, state officials to probe cause as relief efforts mobilize and tents are set for shelter. Damaged workers Flynn Richard and Kudy among the missing.
The defense frames Tiwony as not the shooter while seven witnesses testify. Rumors of unrest in Cuba are vigorously denied as the case proceeds with on the stand testimony.
Testimonies place Marcum’s fall and Jett’s movements around the courthouse. witnesses dispute whether Jett was outside during the shooting. Other reports note Laurin’s arrest, failed suicide attempt, and his fall from wealth due to cocaine habits. lineage ties to Laurin estate and final disinheritance are mentioned. The court’s adjournment follows.
The jury found John Wiltrax guilty of murdering Pau V Paszkowski a boy about 11. Elizabeth Wiltrax was acquitted. John received twenty five years in the penitentiary. The son of the defendants testified damagingly and later recanted. A motion for a new trial was entered.
A severe lightning strike at New Hope Church in Appomattox County Lynchburg Va this afternoon killed three people and injured more than twenty. Among the seriously hurt are Eugene Turner Nathaniel Morris Tom Coleman Napoleon Patterson. A James River Baptist association meeting was underway and some men sheltered under an awning near the building.
Helena dispatch reports Chief Thomas Travis on lookout for W. C. Buchanan wanted for embezzling funds from the St. Louis Advertising firm. Described as six feet tall, about 150 pounds, with a serious demeanor and sharp dress, with a reward offered by authorities and his former employers.
Mrs. Mechthold aged MM and her daughter Miss Pauline Mechthold were found in their Baltimore home in a room, suffocated by gas. They likely died two days earlier. police cannot determine if it was suicide or foul play.
Reports from Havana say authorities and officials doubt there was an uprising in Santiago. Mayors and generals indicate rumors were misleading with bandits shot Monday cited as source. Government believes incident is now quiet though rumors caused disquiet.
A clash outside Zion church in Boston erupted as about six colored attendees challenged Booker T. Washington at a meeting. Police quelled the disturbance after arrests. one officer stabbed, a rioter wounded. Washington continued speaking for nearly two hours amid rival statements from both sides.
Chivago July 4 Walter H. Cordon formerly of Colchester Michigan aged to be heir estate was found today after a long search employed as an elevator conductor in a downtown office building He left home seven years ago to make a name for himself.
In Fulton Kentucky Mrs Hineford awakened by burglars who then fled. In the confusion Charles Binsford shot and fatally wounded her husband. The incident followed a mistaken identity as the burglars escaped.
Cardinals visited their assigned cells in the Vatican as the conclave began. Officials discussed health concerns for elderly cardinals, the kitchen trials, revolving dumbwaiters, and the protocol to govern the interregnum while honoring Leo XIII’s legacy. A letter from Emperor Francis Joseph offered condolences and guidance.
Rome July report on the last tribute to the late Pope Leo. The third great requiem was celebrated in the Vatican Basilica with solemn procession and a full cardinal display. All 62 Rome cardinals attended except Cardinal Cretani. The scene featured violet robes red capes and imperial guards as incense filled the chapel and the choir sang Libera me.
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