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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Mar 23, 1901
Page
6
The notice lists subscription options for daily and Sunday editions ranging from one month to one year and notes postage terms for the United States and Mexico. It also lists eastern offices and a Chicago/Washington street bureau with W. J. Morton in charge.
For Mayor William H. Davey. For City Treasurer Marco J. Medin. For Police Magistrate Thomas Boyle. For Aldermen P. J. McArthur Dan O'Brien William Page Abe Cohen R. P. Kelley James Coombs J. W. Haggerty F. M. Grady.
Governor Toole used the default route to resolve a faulty apportionment after legislative changes renamed Deer Lodge and Daly counties. Daly county may cease to exist under that name, with Deer Lodge becoming the preserved county and Powell county gaining representation. The measure avoids deeper constitutional challenges and will be adjusted in time.
Dispatch summarizes the 1900 commerce report, noting a seventy two percent rise in exports to the Philippines for the first eight months versus the same period in 1899. It cautions that percentage figures can mislead when totals are small and warns against faulty statistics.
The article analyzes eight months of 1899 and 1900 trade with the Philippines, noting exports of 780 739 and 1 540 717 dollars and a 72 percent rise but a 559 978 dollar gain. It details total foreign trade of 34 673 906 dollars, American exports only 1 340 717 and imports 1 954 531, and claims costs far exceed trade profits, labeling it imperialistic financing.
The article critiques King Edward VII for dropping former companions, calling them social rather than capable, and condemns his pompous proclamation ceremony. It questions his fitness, mocks his costume rules, and warns public discontent could prompt a government reappraisal if he overreaches.
The Springfield Republican argues that endorsing the American army withdrawal from China signals a breakdown in McKinley era imperial policy. It cautions that policy carries halts and backward steps as nations pursue mature goals.
The piece argues the China crisis remains unsettled with debate over possible partition and indemnity. It critiques McKinley's policies, notes lack of clear administration strategy, and questions the handling of China and the Philippines. References to Russia and other powers suggest evolving diplomatic maneuvers and potential future interventions.
The text suggests Divine Healer Schlatter should first mend the breach between Messrs Clark and Heinze before attempting broader miracles. It frames a call for reconciliation as a preliminary step for wider influence.
A humorous, mosaic critique touches Carnegie, the U S Senate, press editors, and world leaders. It muses on leadership, vetoes, indemnities, and international crises with satirical jabs and wordplay. The piece weaves references to Wichita Nebraska Toole Odell Platt and Count von Waldersee.
Reporters note Li Hung Chang is not dying as often this week as he did last week, suggesting a lull in sensationalized obituaries and public attention surrounding the prominent figure.
A week passes with no straw poll drawn by Nebraska senatorial hopefuls. Two Indiana men operate grocery stores with a Christlike approach to business. Indiana remains distant from Montana in the political landscape.
The rankest English conservative desires that Mr. Carnegie, while in England, be regarded as a liberal, reflecting a shift in perception of his political stance during the visit.
From the Indianapolis Press the piece notes divorce no longer carries moral stigma as society accepts it as common. It argues marriage increasingly resembles a probationary contract amid rising separations and social visibility.
The Philadelphia Times notes the republicans pursued an interoceanic canal for campaign purposes only. It argues the treaty with Great Britain failed and has little practical significance since the U S leadership lacks any immediate plan to build the canal, reducing Britain’s stance to moot value.
In the Sioux City Tribune excerpt, the writer laments that many men active in politics seek personal distinction and prominence rather than fulfilling duties to the public. They fail to see public office as trust and opportunity for service, treating it as a private perk.
Within two months war department records show only 520 enlisted men secured by federal recruiting offices. At this rate it would take twelve months to meet the 35,000 new troops required. The army’s physical standard is high and many men who can meet it may find better work than army life.
The Lafayette Journal argues President Hadley of Yale is a dangerous and incendiary figure unfit to educate American youth. It notes professors who speak against vested interests risk losing their positions.
The Indianapolis News reports that further evidence to the investigating committee shows some cadets failed in studies because they spent most of their time in the hospital.
From the Utica Observer the question Is framed as a straightforward moral issue regarding honoring commitments to Cuba. The piece emphasizes clear duty and public principle, urging consistency in policy and language with regard to international promises.
A mix of society notes and public figures: Baron Rothschild charity rule. Yale law lecture pick Kazuo Yatouma. Rev Dr Edward Robie long-time Greenland NH pastor. Roosevelt to speak at Home Market Club Boston. Earl Roberts to be honored for Forty One Years in India. Trinity College to award Doctor of Letters to a doctor of laws. Massachusetts governors born on March 6. ex Governor Claflin's Newtonville home. Queen Alexandra’s flower passion and rambles with royal daughters. Empress Frederick of Germany praised for social reforms and patronage. Sir Charles Tupper returns to London after Canada visit. Tupper’s long public service and roles. Bir Charlies to be S80 in July.
United States inspectors assign blame for the Rio de Janeiro wreck to Captain Ward and Pilot Jordan. Ward failed to keep anchorage. Pilot Jordan, a state official, erred in fog and tidal conditions. Chief Engineer Herlihy is cited for negligence and loses his license. State board pilots’ inquiry continues.
Philadelphia March 22. President Mitchell of the United Mine Workers reports replies from some anthracite coal carrying railroads presidents to a Scranton letter dated March 19. He aims to convene a conference before April 1 to avert a miners strike but notes replies lack encouragement. The railroads reiterate they will not recognize nonemployees yet will hear grievances of employed workers.
Seattle, March 22. Andrew Merchant, a northwest pioneer and brother of local merchant Robert Merchant, died today at the family residence from heart failure aged 61. He settled in Oregon near Portland in 1847 and moved to Seattle about 12 years ago. Remains shipped to Portland for interment.
Governor Hunt signed the bill creating Clearwater county from the southern Shoshone portion and parts of Idaho and Nez Perce counties. He plans a visit to the new county before naming officers. He vetoed a bill to form the Sixth Judicial District covering Blaine, Custer and Lemhi counties.
Assistant Secretary of the Treasury Taylor ordered the deportation of 15 Spaniards who landed in New York March 4 and were headed to Boise Idaho to work as sheep herders. They were refused admission under the alien contract labor law.
Great Falls March 22. Frank Harris, who forged Al Sires name on a twenty dollar order dated March 11, pleaded guilty in district court today and received a one year penitentiary sentence.
Mrs. Henry Willis of Marysville Missouri proved an expert marksman by firing five of six shots at Lawrence Growney as he fled. After a quarrel linked to her husband’s former daughter with Doran she armed herself, chased Growney to Merrigan's store and fired five more times, with the last shot blocked by Robert Merrigan. she says nothing about the incident.
Boys suspenders with elaborate embroidery and metal fastenings. They typically sell for 25 cents.
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