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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1903
Page
1
A Dominion line steamer Hamilton collided with the Clyde steamer Saginaw in thick fog, causing a rapid sinking. Panic and chaos ensued as passengers jumped overboard. Some were killed on impact while others drowned in the sea.
A lifeboat collision in dense fog off Virginia coast sinks the Clyde steamer Saginaw after a collision with the Old Dominion line Hamilton. Fifteen occupants perish. Captain J Tunnell and several crew members are among the dead. Survivors and wreckage drift amid cotton bales as the Hamilton detours to Norfolk.
May 3 Lexington reports a shot killing James B. Marcum amid Hargis faction feud. Suspects named from Jackson and Winchester area. federal marshal to take up case. Widow visits body. fear and secrecy surround investigations as authorities consider martial law measures. Cleveland era tone and fragmentary details reflect chaotic incident.
In Lexington Kentucky this afternoon a funeral was held at the Presbyterian church with many women present. The burial occurred in Marcum's burial ground. Alexander Hargis Cockrell killed Ben Hargis about a year ago during the Hargis Cockrell feud. James Cockrell, town marshal and brother of Alexander, influenced events as the sole survivor faced a man in his twenties aboard a Louisville & Nashville train. The conductor locked Cockrell in the negro coach to prevent violence. at Walker Creek Cockrell leaped from a window and aimed his revolver, but Hargis was not present to engage.
King Edward arrived to joyful cheers in London on May 5. Crowds lined the route to Buckingham Palace, the capital decorates for the monarch. Queen Alexandra and royal family members attended a performance of the Rheingold at Covent Garden, greeted warmly by the public.
States Express Agent Peterson was robbed in the company building here. Inspector Baatnes states a portion of the money, about 8400, was recovered. Peterson still insists he was robbed and the robbery occurred during the day with three packages taken.
News from Clay County reports Sid Baker, brother-in-law of James Howard, died in a highway duel with William McCullom. Baker had recently faced murder accusations against William Loebel, and the grudge stemmed from McCullom being summoned as a witness.
Special Dispatch to the Standard from Bozeman May 3 The trial of J Harr Marcie for duping Miss Hardenbrook began in district court with George D Pease prosecuting and John Luce defending. The judge barred spectators, allowing only press and bar members. The prosecutrix’s father C Hardenbrook testified about his daughter’s character and care after her mother’s death and described Harris visiting, gaining trust, and promising marriage as he wooed her with apologies. The case adjourned to tomorrow for further testimony and authority admissions. The jury was entrusted to the sheriff.
A malformed report claims a Turkish general was killed in Albania with Vienna and Holitische correspondent notes. The Sultan reportedly ordered construction related to a block along the Alan Gonder, amid unclear details and disputed sources.
Coroner's jury investigates the death of Agatha Reichlin after Father Walser faced accusations. They rule she died at unknown hands. Brothers of the deceased testify, providing details of the case before authorities discharge Father Walser.
Lorain Ohio May 5 Father Ford Walker arrested last Sunday in connection with the murder of Agatha Rebehlin was brought from Elyria Jail and discharged from the charge. Prosecuting Attorney Stroup asked for more time for evidence, but the defendant was discharged. A large crowd gathered as Father Walser received congratulations after the hearing and left for the hospital for the night. Witnesses testified about the postmortem and about Father Walser’s alleged door holt and his presence with Agatha.
In Tarain Ohio on May 3 Cassimer Reichlin, brother of the murdered girl, describes the night of the crime. He says Father Walser and others spent the evening socializing, the priest rushing in at 11, the victim found dead, police called, scent tracked, and doubts about guilt expressed amid tense testimony.
In Elyria Ohio May, the coroner’s inquiry into Agatha Reichlin’s murder concluded with a verdict that she died from wounds inflicted by a stone. Witnesses questioned Father Walser’s innocence and suggested a burglar or desperate man as the killer. Police Captain Ketchum testified bloodhounds paid no extra attention to Walser. fresh attic mud and a ladder were noted. no tracks except at dawn. Witnesses described a tall man with a mustache and slouch hat. Rev. Reichlin and others spoke of the night of the crime and Walser’s actions.
Baltimore May election returns show Hubert M. McLane Democrat leading Frank M. Wachter Republican by 282 in 38 precincts. Ballots in 47 precincts were locked by police due to judge disputes and will not be opened until tomorrow.
Muncie Indiana May 5 William Patterson a member of a prominent local family and brother in law of George F Mel Culloch of the Union Traction company was shot and fatally wounded last night. Police guard the house as the mystery deepens and investigators search for clues.
A fragment from the Snt office in Noxon Missoula outlines a ve-tatabiioned issue related to carrying mail from Great Valin toward a river basin. The note references Paracas tr ty Vet and a smiract in the operation, suggesting an administrative hiccup or halted service affecting a local mail route.
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