French Worries Rise Over Morocco Crisis
French officials express growing concern over Morocco tensions as Paris cables report ongoing diplomatic strains and potential repercussions for regional stability amid border clashes and political pressure.
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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1905
Page
14
French officials express growing concern over Morocco tensions as Paris cables report ongoing diplomatic strains and potential repercussions for regional stability amid border clashes and political pressure.
Washington reports calm in Paris Berlin talks on Morocco with war unlikely though delicate. Germany optimistic about early settlement, France wary of motives. Roosevelt kept informed as diplomats warn the president may be asked to help if Paris fails. Both powers seek American sympathy while deeming US interests insufficient for direct action.
The State department seeks French good offices to secure the release of Perdicaris, the American kidnapped in Tangier by bandits last year. Germany denies aggressive Moroccan policy as Baron von Sternburg returns from Deer Park. Jusserand says France conducts negotiations with sincerity and goodwill toward a satisfactory settlement.
Berlin reports that Germany projects a stronger diplomatic stance toward France and Russia and presses for a Morocco conference. The army mood is buoyant, with younger officers eager for action as Germany’s military and political position is described as supreme.
Chicago mayor seeks council approval to authorize bids for 100 miles of municipal street railways operated by the city. Democratic transportation committee members pledge support, with construction to start after Mueller law certificates validity is ruled by the state supreme court.
Special Dispatch to the Standard from Billings reports the death of James Stearns Jr at Ingleside Texas. He claimed land north of the Yellowstone River in 1877 and fought with prowling Indians in early years. He later moved to Carbon County and Billings before seeking a home in the South. He died of paralysis and was buried at Ingleside, leaving a widow and three children in the East along with Frank Stearns of Clark's Fork.
In Great Falls on June 17 the defense rested in the Keers murder case and excused most witnesses. The prosecution began rebuttal to counter defense testimony on the defendant's sanity at the time of the homicide. The trial likely will not finish before next Thursday night.
Officers of the Presbyterian church organized in Billings closed a contract to purchase the church building now occupied by St. Luke's Episcopal on South Twenty-ninth street for 3000 dollars. The Episcopalians plan a new, larger church on the north side to be built this year.
A. S. Williams, manager of Royal Mail Steam Packet, tells AP that reports of planning another passenger steamer between Southampton and New York are false. He states the service is already adequately provided and the firm will not compete with the large carriers in that trade.
Special Dispatch. Mrs Henry Kerr a 12 year resident of this county died at her Stockett home after a long illness. She was born in Scotland, age 45. She is survived by her husband and seven children.
In San Francisco on June 17 George Peterson won by decision after twenty rounds against Jack Clancy at 145 pounds. The bout concluded with Peterson securing a points win in Colma.
Washington dispatch notes Russia and Japan will send large missions to the Washington conference with advisers and secretaries. M Nelidoff and Marquis Ito would be ranked as equal leaders if present. Delegations may include military officers translators and attendants to support the plenipotentiaries.
Washington June 17 An official War Department note says Maj. Gen. John C Bates and Maj. Gen. Henry C Corbin will serve as chief of staff with lieutenant general rank after Gen Chaffee retires next April. Corbin reaches retirement age in September 1906 and Bates in August 1906. Bates to retire earlier so Corbin can succeed him and divide the interim between Chaffee and Corbin's retirements. Major General Gillespie retires at his request and is replaced by Bates. Brigadier General Story is promoted to major general and immediately retired with Randall promoted to fill the vacancy. Randall will command the northern division in St Louis. Colonel Mills is promoted to brigadier general and chief of artillery. Colonel Lebo becomes brigadier general and is succeeded by Arthur Wagner.
Gunshu Pass Manchuria June 17 reports say the Japanese, while withdrawing slightly southward, are steadily extending their lines eastward. No sign of a general engagement beginning.
Washington reports President Roosevelt and Attorney General Moody announce Judge W. W. Cotton of Portland Oregon will fill the district court vacancy created by the death of Judge Charlee B. Bellinger. Cotton delays qualifying until September 1 to finish current cases. Judge De Haven of California assigned to try the land fraud cases in Oregon.
Fred Van Vliet wed Miss Luella Smith at the bride’s parents home on Burnt Fork with Rev. I. T. Reames officiating. The Stevensville band serenaded the couple before they depart for Spokane. The community also notes Epworth league attendees to Missoula and travels of relatives to Clinton, Ontario, and Detroit. Dr Karl H Kellogg and Miss Etta Landram announce a June 28 wedding at Landram home on College street with postnuptial plans to visit the Portland fair and Pacific coast before returning.
Gustavus Strahle of Sweden's foreign office departs for Washington to serve as charge d'affaires for Sweden and Norway abroad. He expects to renew acquaintances and recalls his time as secretary in Washington.
Deer Lodge June 17 The sheriff reports Louis Goselin an old-timer from Washington gulch left his cabin and entered the hills without any clothing. He is believed to be insane and search parties have begun to locate him.
Independence Kansas notes a 3 cent per barrel drop in western oil prices. Standard Oil now pays 60 cents per barrel for high grade oil and five cents less for each half degree below 32 gravity down to 20 cents. Analysts had predicted Kansas oil could fall to 50 cents due to overproduction.
Mayor Weaver issued a statement condemning a letter signed by 21 businessmen urging Republican party reform. He calls political meddling in municipal affairs treason to the reform effort and vows no politics while restoration work continues. Later he rescinded the health bureau dismissal and planned an inquiry before acting further.
The second annual Convention of the Protestant Episcopal Church in the Montana diocese begins in Helena with Bishop D S Tuttle of Missouri preaching at St Peter's at 11 a.m. An afternoon address at 1 p.m. and Brotherhood of St Andrew meeting at 4 p.m. follow, and Bishop Leigh Brewer will deliver the annual address at St Peter's evening service. Delegates are already arriving as sessions start Monday.
Mayor Ewing appoints Herbert Strain a leading merchant to represent Great Falls at the boosters convention in Billings next Saturday. The Great Falls Commercial Club will also appoint two delegates at its meeting tomorrow.
Mrs. William J. Bryan and her daughter Miss Bryan departed New York aboard the steamer Vaterland to sail to Europe.
The Boston stock market closed today in observance of the anniversary of the Battle of Bunker Hill. The event paused trading activity as officials honored the historic battle and its significance to the city.
Great Falls, June 17. Oscar E. Pugsley and Lillian F. Allen wed in Chateau. Hours later warrants issued for Pugsley and his in laws on perjury charges alleging the bride is under 16. Bride in custody, parents jailed, groom released on recognizance.
The weekly averages show Loans at 1,104,860,900 up 15,340,000. Deposits 1,140,284,800 up 16,452,000. Circulation 47,350,000 up 783,900. Legal tenders 96,423,300 up 1,130,300. Specie 205,857,400 up 364,700. Reserve 292,280,700 up 1,495,000. Reserve required 285,071,200 up 4,113,000. Surplus 7,209,500 down 2,618,000. Ex United States deposits 10,350,100 down 2,661,325.
Greater Boston nearly halted as June 17 observance marks the Battle of Bunker Hill. Charlestown hosted a militia and navy parade with bluejackets from warships and numerous outdoor events drawing large crowds.
A Les Lies Monthly Magazine writer claims Adam Worth eluded Pinkerton agents and stole millions across the Atlantic. His noted crime included pilfering the Gainsborough Duchess of Devonshire portrait valued at $50 000, hidden in a false bottom of a trunk for years before surrender after negotiations.
In Helena on June 17 a district court filing seeks to test a reducing mileage for transporting prisoners and other detainees. The sheriff claims the travel allowance is an emolument that cannot be cut mid term, while the county argues the law cuts costs and applies to elected officers.
The Iron Mountain Tunnel Company filed articles of incorporation with the secretary of state. Its capital is $1,500,000 and the plan is to drive a tunnel into Iron Mountain to reach ore. Incorporators are Henry Neill, R. B. Smith, Hiram Knowles, F. C. Stoddard, and T. C. Marshall. principal office Iron Mountain, Missoula County. The Shewe Investment Company also filed articles with $25,000 capital. principal office in Butte. to conduct a general real estate business. Incorporators are Charles E. Shewe, Everett A. Shewe, and Dora Mitchell of Butte.
Toronto June 17 Judge Anglyn finds the alien law action ultra vires and blocks the Dominion government deportation of the two American railroad employees for violating the act.
State Senator L. D. Hicks of Marshall dies in Lamar at age 71. He cast the vote that killed the breeders' law and helped prohibit race betting in Missouri.
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