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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1902
Page
3
A Fernie coroner's jury finds the initial cause of the poisoning in coal mines No 2 and No 3 was undefined, with coal dust and inadequate watering as key factors. They urge government action for better dust suppression, thorough inspections, and use of safer explosives and lamps.
R B E McLean arrives to aid settlement talks as 250 workers are discharged for striking. The road warns those refusing to report for duty by Monday will be permanently barred, citing crippled operations. Grand President McNeil and local union members await guidance.
Judge Andres dismisses the contempt motion against Detective Carpenter and remands Gaynor and Greene to Montreal jail. The decision criticizes arrest proceedings as deserving censure and rejects writs of habeas corpus. New writs issued in the Gaylor Greene case send them back to Quebec jail for eight days.
Cornell won all three events at Poughkeepsie led by Charles Courtney's crew. Four-oared race finished Cornell five lengths ahead of Pennsylvania second, time 10 43 5, freshman eight won by two and three quarter lengths, varsity eight by three lengths in 19 05 85. Wisconsin took second in two races as Columbia, Syracuse and Georgetown followed.
London notes reveal the pressuring government fears a tame outcome as colonial premiers refuse to propose policy without clear imperial intent. Laurier, Bond, and Chamberlain aim to resolve disputes on the Bond Blaine pact and Newfoundland's confederation while Newfoundland seeks reciprocity with the United States over imperial trade.
Mrs Elizabeth Yerke died in Seattle at age 100 bridging the eighteenth and twentieth centuries. She was born in Germany and outlived two husbands and several children, with memories of the Napoleonic wars from childhood. Her eldest child was 82 and three of her daughters and a son survive in the United States. Her mind remained clear until a few years before death.
In Inew Kensington Pennsylvania on June 21 a mob of about 500 surrounded the railway station demanding the three arrested Italians Domck Sandof Tony Madron and Luis adron. The crowd tried to lynch them but police kept order. David Mes a prominent citizen and his son Frank Mes were attacked mortally wounding Frank as the mob chased the prisoners toward Greensburg where they were housed after a train departed.
William M. Jones was found guilty of murdering George Hi. Haywood on April 9 and sentenced to life imprisonment. The jury deliberated ten minutes. The case hinged on the testimony of Haywood’s child, as Jones planned the killing after Haywood attended a dance unaccompanied by his wife. Jones shot Haywood and crushed his skull with a hammer. Evidence was circumstantial.
In the Neafie and Levy ship yard the unarmored cruiser Denver was launched with a large turnout of naval officers and prominent citizens from Colorado and nearby states. Miss Roberta M. Wright, daughter of Denver Mayor Wright, christened the vessel.
Horace Shipman killed Marshal John Swearingen during a bid to arrest him on a peace warrant in Jefferson Iowa. Shipman fired through the door injuring the marshal fatally as townsfolk watched a three hour gun battle with hundreds of shots. Shipman remained inside his two story house until his body was found among bullets.
Chicago markets report wheat falling at the open due to clearing weather and lower cables. Paris shows a small rise while opinions diverge on market conditions. American fields benefit from rainfall respite and clearer weather forecasts.
Cash quotations for flour and grain blend with cereal and seed prices. Cattle receipts and ranges include good to prime steers at 7.00 to 8.00, hogs steady to strong around 7.35 to 7.85, sheep and lambs varying by quality, with totals for receipts and types listed.
Other Markets South Omaha June 21 cattle receipts 300 market steady native steers 3 7.16 cows and heifers 3 5.15 western steers 4 5.75 texas steers 4.40 canners 1.50 5.75 stockers and feeders 3 15.40 calves 8 5.50 bulls stags 2.75 5 hogs receipts 8 400 market steady and
The report lists steady sheep market with muttons priced around 4.25 to 5.25, westerns 3.50 to 4.20, ewes near 4.50, and stockers around 3 to 7.5. Lambs appear at 7.00. Bulk sales noted at 1.35 with pigs and rent figures included in scattered entries.
Kansas City market reports cattle steady with native steers at 4.9 and Texas and Indian steers around 8,254.745 total values, cows at 2.4 to 3.25, stockers and feeders near 304.85, bulls 344.45, calves 3.00. Hogs receipts 3,000 with strong demand and typical ranges from 6.50 to 7.77, various classes sold between 7.00 and 7.77. Sheep receipts 1,500 with steady demand for muttons 4.75 to 5.20 and lambs around 4.44 to 4.90, wethers 4.44 to 4.90, ewes 4.15 to 5.05.
The Commercial Advertiser’s London cablegram reports a quiet session with small settlements and scarce money. Shares drifted as Union Pacific and Atchison rose, United States Steel and St. Paul gain, Rio Tinto trades at £4 4s, and Paris exchange hints France may seek gold. Indian silver buying noted.
New York on June 21 reports a holiday mood in the metal market. Tin quotes around 28.62c, copper generally steady across standard, spot to August ranges 11.50c to 12.45c, lead around 4.50c, spelter near 4.5c, iron quiet, bar silver at 52.74.
A brief note records wool trade activity spanning San Francisco and Nevada with 12 licenses noted and values linked to Oregon at 14 units, indicating regional textile commerce during the period.
London reports consolidated and account consols with varied rates. Notable figures include Atchison 1034, Baltimore and Ohio 1054, Canadian Pacific 139, Southern Pacific 66½, Union Pacific 108, Union Pacific preferred 91, United States Steel 59 and 9144 for preferred. Silver at 247 16d per ounce amid market uncertainty.
Washington on June 21 releases the treasury statement with available cash at 202,048,221 dollars and gold holdings totaling 95,918,160 dollars. Additional brief balances may follow in the full report.
Davida H. Moffatt president of the First National Bank of Denver has completed preliminary financial arrangements for the Denver Northwestern Pacific railway. Senator W A Clark arranged for the San Pedro Los Angeles Salt Lake railroad to connect at Salt Lake with Moffatt's line, linking to the Rock Island and Burlington at Denver.
Special dispatch from Washington reports C. F. Eastly appointed postmaster at Cleveland in Chateau County. W. R. Logan is confirmed as agent for the Belknap agency.
A massive timber blaze along the Northern Pacific from Tacoma to Lester and beyond razed 63 square miles of fir forest, burning 550 million feet of timber and valued at about 1.1 million dollars. Fire spread threatened Lester, with relief trains on standby, while new flames advanced near Stampede tunnel and Kanaskat.
Everett Washington June 21 estimated forest fires yesterday caused about $20 000 in property damage across Snohomish county with several homes and buildings reported affected by flames.
Howard V. Platt general agent of the Oregon Short Line was shot at 5 PM in the station waiting room. He raised his right arm to shield himself as the bullet went through his arm and body skin. Lawyer R. C. Sneed was arrested and bonded to appear in court.
In Harney county Oregon Jim Daly shot and killed Jerry Robertoney at the Buena Vista stock ranch after a quarrel. Daly surrendered in Burns after riding there. Robertoney left a wife and two children in California. Daly, a former Canyon-Burns route stage driver, is about 22 and has long been respected.
Toronto street car workers walk off the job with over 900 not at work. They demand union recognition, a 9 hour day, and 25 cents an hour. The company offers 17 to 21 cents. men reportedly will accept 18 to 21 cents.
London reports King Edward has completely recovered his health and arranged for the court to return to London on Monday.
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