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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jul 31, 1905
Page
4
The article notes mass registration on Smith street followed by a baffling disappearance of the street and related records. It claims voters and taxpayers vanished from city books, and mocks Philadelphia as a sleepy, indifferent city through the mythical Smith street incident.
Chauncey M. Depew arrived in New York from Europe and said his return was prompted by his name being tied up in the Equitable scandal. He insisted his stake in the Depew Improvement Company is small and began before his involvement, though public critique has persisted. He promises to spell out his position soon and argues his conduct should be judged by the smallness of his holdings.
A densely populated Philadelphia street, Smith Street, is praised for its loyal voters who turn out in every election, immune to sickness or death. The piece contrasts this political fervor with broader city apathy and mocks the machine influence guiding local choices. It also reflects on Japan’s wartime diplomacy and Sato’s repudiation, tying international intrigue to local political vigor.
Montana judges condemn attempts to derail trials by unfounded bias accusations. They urge an exemplary, summary response to protect court dignity while allowing potential amendments to prejudice laws if needed. The stance supports self-respecting courts resisting trifling tactics.
Irish MPs in the British Parliament oppose Balfour’s redistribution bill which would cut nationalist strength by at least twenty two seats. Figures show Ireland with 98,712 electors vs Scotland’s 124,820, yet Ireland currently holds 103 seats to Scotland’s 72. Emigration in nationalist constituencies may shrink populations below the bill’s proposed standard. London commentary hints at broader political implications.
The article notes liberals join with Irish nationalists to challenge Premier Balfour as House votes erode his tenure. If overthrown, risk of a home rule for Ireland looms, with Liberal MPs unlikely to support a home rule bill. Balfour’s decade in office began in July 1902 after Salisbury’s 1895 start.
County official P. J. Gilroy returned from Scranton after his mother’s death as he and relatives travel, noting rising coal storage by operators in anticipation of a possible April demand by miners for an eight hour day. He says miners are well organized and ready for the outcome, with heat making travel uncomfortable.
E H Harriman heads the Ta sman system and travels with a group of 14, arriving Monida today then overland to Yellowstone Park for a few days. The entourage may stop in Butte but dates are not fixed. Harriman aims to depart for Japan and then the United States on August 1.
A severe storm between 9 and 10 last night caused minor damage in Butte. Hail fell but temperatures did not drop afterward. Lightning struck the streetcar power house. a west-side car burned a motor and went to the barn. Katharine Phealan, 3 months, died at 102 Gallatin Street. funeral at 2 this afternoon.
Stockman Henry Andrus of Sheep Creek Beaverhead County spent last evening in Butte between Short Line trains to pursue his stolen horse case. He matches with Stock Inspector Collins to learn where thieves sold his stock after recent depredations near Silver Bow. The item ends with local ads for Schlitz and McHenry extracts.
The piece recalls early days of wrestling icon Jack Carkeek and a rugged miner narrator, recounting youth, mine discipline, and a baseball trip with friends. It blends outback mining humor with tales of a balloon ascent featuring Curly the dog, drawing crowds in Butte and Ishpeming.
The annual meeting of the stockholders of the Montana Wyoming Oil Company will be held Monday July 31 1905 for the election of officers and the transaction of such other business as may come before the meeting. C J Secretary. Also an advertisement extolling Schilte Atlas brew as the best value.
The father of Eddie Murphy denies his son’s involvement in a 100 theft from his aunt. He says the aunt has treated the children poorly, asserts Eddie was not expelled, and explains the boy has slept rough since missing from home. Eddie is in the city jail per report.
Notice to Contractors seeks bids for a two story brick parochial residence for St. Peter's parish in Anaconda Montana Plans and specifications available from Rev Father Pirnat or J G Link architect in Silver Bow Clock Butte Montana Bids to be sent to Rev Father Pirnat Anaconda Montana on or before 1 p m August 10 906
The Butte Miners' union annual picnic, set for Saturday Aug 12 at Columbia Gardens, has a strong fundraising push with liberal cash subscriptions from merchants and citizens. The program features many contests with cash and merchandise prizes including a double handed drilling contest with a $200 top prize, football Gaelic style, tug of war, track and field events for all ages, and special prizes for union officials, former secretaries, and the most popular labor leader.
A grand fireworks spectacle titled rae of Pompeii will be staged tonight at the Mardi Gras grounds. Reportedly the finest display yet, it is praised by the Salt Lake Herald as a top main spectacle. A large crowd attended Walker's field yesterday for the same reason, drawn by the dramatic romance of the original legend and the impressive pyrotechnics.
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