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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 1913
Page
7
Fragmentary OCR notes indicate a third jury involvement in the case of Dr Hyde. The text is garbled, with unclear names and roles, making precise entities and outcomes difficult to confirm.
Two workers died in a mining accident described as original mine disaster with reports of improvised equipment failure. Authorities and investigators, including the mine operator and local police, coordinated rescue efforts while families awaited updates.
In Kansas City on March 18, the Hyde case neared verdict as Dr. B Clarke Hyde faced intense final arguments. Prosecutor Jacobs cited cyanide action timing, while Brewster urged motives against the Swope family, and Walsh delivered closing points amid a crowded courtroom. Frances Swope Hyde’s testimony shaped the defense’s stance on motive and loyalty.
President Wilson began a drive to win support from progressive Republicans in the new congress. He planned a consult with Senator Taft Fontette and aimed to discuss seven legislative policies including tariff and conservation measures. The White House seeks aid from progressive senators Bristow Poindexter Norris and Groana in advancing reform bills.
John Lehto 28 and Nels Erkkilla 38, both long-time Butte miners, died instantly in a 5 pm blast on the 2,500 foot level of the original mine. Officials believe delayed departure after spitting a round of eight holes led to the accident. Each man left a widow in Finland. survivors in Butte were none.
In Los Angeles on March 12, Arthur T. Hadley of Yale was reported on the verge of a nervous breakdown as he arrived at the summer ranch home of E. M. Pratt, treasurer of the Tard Ol company, with his wife and Pratt, a brother of Mrs Hadley, at a remote Nordhoff area home.
Washing March president Wilson era advisors face political hurdles over postmaster appointments. Burleson may seek revocation of the TAR order or propose a merit test for postmasters who benefited. Depending on the decision thousands of postmasterships could open to Democrats or Republicans, amid criticism of political manipulation.
Franklin K Lane, secretary of the interior, is honored as Lone Chief by Blackfeet Indians of Montana who present him a pipe of peace and buckskin tobacco bag. Chief Curley Bear and other leaders pledge faith and goodwill toward the government in a ceremonial exchange. Washington reports mark a symbolic alliance.
President Wilson sent five nominations to the Senate including John Skelton Williams of Richmond as assistant secretary of the Treasury Franklin D. Roosevelt of New York as assistant secretary of the Navy Beverly T. Galloway of New York as assistant secretary of Agriculture Edwin F. Sweet of Grand Rapids as assistant secretary of Commerce and James A Edgerton of New Jersey as purchasing agent of the Post Office Department All were referred to committees.
Concord New Hampshire March 13 Henry F Hollis a Democrat was elected United States senator today by lexinature The deadlock which had continued since the daily balloting began on Jan 14 was broken by three Democratic members They approved Hollis and two Republicans and all but two Democrats supported the successful candidate The newly elected senator is a lawyer a Harvard graduate He was previously an unsuccessful candidate for governor and for other offices He served 199 votes three more than the necessary majority The Democratic steering committee arranged to award him committee posts President Whisonc Tam Springfield Illinois March 13 Despite resolutions by Republicans and progressives to break the double senatorial deadlock progressives on the tenth joint ballot declined to vote for Herman the Republican The ninth ballot for the short term senator also yielded no choice
Laredo reports Governor Sebastiano Carranza of Coahuila wounded and shot by federal troops near Sajana Monciow while Nogales observers say constitucionalists took Nogales Sonora after 12 hours of heavy fighting. Private Allen Unifleet of Troop G Fifth Cavalry wounded. U.S. forces under Colonel Wilder regain control as rebels face heavy losses and calls for cease fire are issued.
Washington March 13 Senators Myers and Walsh today joined in recommending the appointment of F. W. Appleton of Livingston to be register of the Bozeman office. Nominations filed days ago were to be confirmed today, but the senate public lands committee remains in Republican hands delaying report the Senate. Confirmation likely next Monday after reorganization.
Washington March 12 war officials report close contact near Nogales. Bliss gains authority to act if Americans are endangered by Mexican action. American officers on the border are charged to avoid engagement, with orders forbidding firing across the border without Washington approval.
Philadelphia March 13 Former President Theodore Roosevelt urged thorough organization to support the Progressive Party platform at the first annual Pennsylvania Progressive Conference in Philadelphia The talk emphasized social and industrial service honest parties and active efforts to translate research into action through organized political work and a strengthened party structure.
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