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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1901
Page
6
The Anaconda Standard lists subscription prices for Daily and Sunday editions, details rates by duration and edition size, and notes international postage. It also provides office addresses in Anaconda and branch offices in Butte Missoula and Great Falls, plus Eastern and national newsstand points and contact guidance.
The Anaconda Standard claims the largest bona fide paid circulation in Montana, with daily averages of 11,891 and Sunday averages of 14,184 for the year 1900, exceeding all other daily papers in the state.
The article marks the June 15 1878 founding of the Butte Miners union. From under 200 members to about 6000 today the union is financially strong and has funded loans to other unions. It owns Amalgamated Copper stock, maintains a reserve, and has never had a strike. Parades and meetings honor the anniversary across Montana and West mining districts.
The Butte city hall, deemed adequate ten years ago, now proves too small for officials. A plan to move the fire department out of the building is likely, with business leaders in the central area showing some opposition to relocating the apparatus. The move would free space for city officials for many years.
An intolerable pattern emerges in Butte where injured individuals face denial or transfer between hospitals. An Austrian stabbed in a saloon and Mies Laurson with severe burns were kept from timely care due to uncertain payment. The repeated moving of patients highlights a broken system.
Citizens protest a two dollar yearly tax while urging the board of county commissioners to ensure every injured person gets prompt attention at local hospitals. They note a county hospital miles away cannot serve urgent cases.
The Bozeman Agricultural College commencement highlights the rising value of agricultural science. Secretary Wilson urges trained graduates to fill growing national needs in plant chemistry soil science and agricultural engineering, noting strong job prospects and lucrative salaries potential.
The bulletin lists state densities per square mile, noting Rhode Island as most dense outside DC, followed by Massachusetts New Jersey and Connecticut. It ranks New York Pennsylvania Maryland and Ohio high, with several territories and Hawaii shown for comparison. The United States density excludes Alaska and Hawaii.
The text notes U S population density rose from under five per square mile in 1790 to about 25.6 in 1900 using land area. It compares global densities with Japan at 144 per square mile, Great Britain 132, Italy 106, Austria 87, France 72, Hungary 59, and Spain 36, highlighting dramatic growth and international rankings.
British criticism of American locomotives as expensive and inefficient led Jamaica railway officials to buy five British engines. One British locomotive failed on a steep hill with five loaded cars, while American engines of five years distance hauled six loaded cars. American locos cost about 9700 dollars each versus 19466 dollars for British. Researchers found Jamaica’s American engines regressed only when neglected, and when properly maintained performed better. Jamaica subsequently returned to American locomotives.
County Attorney L Breen’s push to keep prisoners in the courthouse is challenged by political and military notes. The text reports a sentencing moment, debates over courthouse security, and reflections on MacArthur Aguinaldo and Grant era figures, with train safety and a courtroom case about a fall from a locomotive, and ongoing legal proceedings.
The case of Martha Gifford against the Northern Pacific Railway enters the jury phase after days of testimony in a United States court. Defense counsel sought a verdict for the defense and argued contributory negligence related to Clifford Gifford’s death near Rhecap station two years ago. A portion of an engine cab was shown to the jury to illustrate the defense claim.
Delegates flocked to Mechanics Hall for the Y M C A International convention with speeches on progress and aims. President William E Dodge rebuked a Boston museum circular. Notable speakers included Major General Joseph Wheeler Rear Admiral Higginson Captain Wadhame Captain Hobson and Colonel Guild Jr. A reception followed at the museum of fine arts with figures like Miss Helen Gould and Mrs. Russell Sage acknowledged.
Washington June 12 The first assistant postmaster general announced changes to postmasters salaries effective July 1. One hundred seventy postmasters receive raises and 229 incur reductions totaling 28 400 dollars in cuts and 215 600 dollars in increases.
The Stillwell group of American financiers take over a railway bond issue and plan to extend the line to Tampico creating a direct route to the port from Mexico City. The bond amount mentioned is $9,000, tei.
Yokohama June 12 A cabinet led by Viscount Katzira plans to continue public enterprises started after the war with China to the extent of available funds. The new government says it will not resort to loans.
James Hart is reported in a special dispatch from Great Falls dated June 112 as sent to the penitentiary. Further details are not provided in the fragment.
The man who tried to murder Brakeman Barlow at Cascade on the May 23 incident was sentenced today by Judge Leslie to six years in the penitentiary and will depart for Deer Lodge tomorrow. Uart sought clemency claiming he shot only to cripple, not to kill.
Great Northern will construct roundhouse machine shops at Havre for the Mountain division. Smith Bros. of West Superior hold the contract with estimated cost around 70 000 dollars. Brick and stone contracts awarded to local firms. work to start June 20 with brick delivery July 1 and completion by October 1.
The Grand Lodge of Masons in Tacoma rescinded a two year old resolution recognizing negro masonry. The meeting rejected loosening liquor restrictions for masons and authorized a 50 cent annual assessment to fund a Masonic home to be built once the fundraising completes.
In Newport News Virginia the strike at Newport News Shipbuilding and Dry Dock gains ground with about 500 machinists plus 200 skilled electrical plumbing and pipe fitting workers laid off yesterday and 150 more laborers today. Yard closure could occur within a week as work is halted awaiting machinists. A Business Men's association committee will seek arbitration talks between machinists and yard management.
George W. Bayley was found not guilty in Lewistown district court of the murder of Frank Hartzell at Warm Springs creek Fergus county. The case spanned a week of testimony with circumstantial evidence. Bayley, a prominent Fergus county citizen, was acquitted amid heightened public interest.
London on June 12 Henry Labouchere was fined £3 and costs in the king's bench for contempt of court in commenting on a case under consideration. The plaintiff's counsel sought imprisonment for Labouchere and Grace Voules editor of Truth, but Justices Brewster and Philmore ordered only a fine and costs.
The Royal Welster Yacht club proposes a race in Irish waters before the Clyde meeting. Possible dates June 18 19 or 20 with two £100 prizes. Competing yachts include Shamrock 1 Sybarita Meteor and Kariad with separate awards for first home and best on time allowance.
A Cheyenne dispatch reports Governor Richards denied Helena's claim that Wyoming militia was ordered out to quell the Arapaho rebellion. Officials said Indians are quieting down according to yesterday's agency briefing.
Washington report says Elwood Meade, noted irrigation expert overseeing investigations for the Department of Agriculture, fell while at work. Details remain sparse as officials assess his condition and circumstances of the accident.
A Cheyenne native and former Wyoming state engineer, Mr. Meade, attempted to board a moving street car tonight. His right arm was crushed by the wheels, necessitating amputation above the elbow.
Julius Benton shot and killed his wife at 2447 Welton street then killed himself at 9 oclock tonight. Mrs Benton, daughter of former State Auditor John W Lowell, died instantly from a window fire. Benton headed the bookkeepers for Lowell Barroll Dewitt Live Stock Co. The couple had frequent quarrels and Mrs Lowell grieves and fears for her own sanity.
Minneapolis reports an important traffic arrangement for handling passenger business on the Pacific coast. Details specify streamlined routes and schedule coordination to ease cross coast travel.
The Northern Pacific gains through service to Victoria B C and the Canadian Pacific can run into Seattle. The arrangement reflects heavy northwest traffic to British Columbia and a large portion of Canadian Pacific westbound business destined for Seattle.
In New York on June 12 the third trial of Dr. Samuel J. Kennedy for the Delly Reynolds murder at the Grand hotel on August 15, 18% nears conclusion. Defense finished testimony. prosecution called a few rebuttal witnesses. Counsel arguments expected to begin tomorrow.
Arcadia Wisconsin June 12 two prominent farmers C L Creeley and his son were riding toward a barn when struck by lightning and killed instantly. The pair resided two miles south of Arcadia and were known in local farming circles.
Johnny Nelson defeated Stinson by 3 laps and TM yards in a 25 mile motor paced race at the Providence Stadium. Time 9:28 and 1/2 minutes.
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