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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1914
Page
7
A six week revolt in Butte intensifies as union activity continues with repeated clashes and a tense standoff. Persistent presences and ongoing organizing mark the period, with a focus on worker contention and local responses amid a prolonged conflict.
A neutral union member outlines two year tensions between reform and administration factions in the Western Federation of Miners. He cites voting machine push, alleged favoritism, and a riot triggered by agitators, with charges of abuses spanning assessments and railroaded members.
In Butte the day features Governor Stewart addressing consolidation plans as miners’ discontent is noted. Police release prisoners after a night of unrest while a bomb scare disrupts Butte churches. Local views show miners’ union offices and Anaconda updates. Thanksgiving services and street scenes accompany political and social reports.
A crowd of about 1500 blocked traffic in Butte over Saturday afternoon, forcing police to release rioters. Deputies fought to restore order near City Hall as fires and lines of hoses were torn apart. Acting Mayor Clarence Smith and Fire Chief Peter Sanger faced the mob, which demanded the release of detainees and threatened violence until the rioters were freed.
President Moyer declines to comment on the Butte situation replying to a request from the Standard. He says no official notice has been received from locals and he is not justified in issuing a statement based on press reports. The telegram is attributed to Charles Moyen, president of W. FL M.
A bomb believed set by suffragettes exploded at St George's church Hanover Square London after 10 pm. Three and three stained windows damaged a pew wrecked a painting protected by the altar. An envelope bearing protest against torture of women was found. Contemporaries note the church’s fashionable history including Roosevelt’s 1886 marriage. Police later removed two women chained to seats as protests continued at Hyde Park Platform.
Butte cooled after a day of unrest as crowds roamed Broadway and Main street and attacked the city jail, leading to prisoner releases and a strained police response. Miners walked out in protest, crews returned underground at Speculator and Black Rock mines, and a union split loomed as officials eyed a Wednesday referendum on uniting and card inspections.
An official governor led inquiry centers on a Cher executive dispute in Hutte with involvement by the attorney general. The investigation seeks clarity on authority and actions amid interdepartmental tensions.
Governor V Stewart and Attorney General D M Kelly arrived in Butte after a six hour drive from Helena. Stewart denied official notification to mobilize militia or any armed force. He met Sheriff Driscoll and said no new orders were issued, aiming to keep the situation calm. Kelly offered no opinion during the greetings and attended a conference with Deputy John Kellar.
Clarence Smith acting mayor declares the spirit of tolerance will not permit violence or murder by mobs or against officials or citizens. He notes past union ties, warns against arming deputies, and calls for unity as miners organize. He stays in office awaiting developments as patrolmen remain on duty.
Mackie McDonald leader speaks after workers refuse to show cards to Western Federation of Miners delegates. He denies being an LW member, cites illegal over-assertion and denial of referendum rights, and says the group will not provoke trouble while supporting their principles.
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