09 May 1902
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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
May 09, 1902
Page
1
A Tennessee newspaper brands a man named Smith as a murderer amid ongoing coverage. The article details accusations, public reaction, and local officials responding to the case.
In Washington the Philippine bill discussion prompts laughter as Doliver mocks Carmack in a bright exchange. Burton defends Funston, cites Fort Pillow and Mountain Meadow massacres, while West recalls Hampton Roads talks with Lincoln and Confederate leaders. Carmack blasts Funston, accuses Republicans of reviving sectional hate.
An explosion at a new works facility injures seven workers with severe burns and injuries. One man is expected to die from the accident described as unavoidable, with hot metal contacting water causing extensive damage and injuries.
New York author Paul Leicester Ford was shot and killed by his brother Malcolm Webster Ford at their East Seventy seventh Street home. Malcolm then killed himself, both shots likely aimed with similar accuracy. The crime, witnessed by secretary Miss Elizabeth Hall, occurred at 10:20 a.m. in Ford's library. illness, jealousy, and a family rift reportedly underlie the tragedy.
The report lists multiple injured individuals with residences and injuries. Larry Dower suffers severe burns and possible death. James Gleason has a mangled leg and hospital recovery ahead. Mike Conners has a burned leg and ear laceration. P F Faley loses sight in one eye. James Dunn has multiple injuries including a broken arm. George Ward has burns but not serious. Fred Elger is bruised and burned lightly.
A sudden slag explosion at the Washoe works converter plant in Anaconda at 12 25 pm left five men in critical condition and dozens more injured. The blast, caused by hot slag falling from a ladle, shattered windows and sent workers sprawling as emergency crews treated the wounded.
At the Springfield state convention the Yates Hopkins Northcott Lorimer faction wins a decisive victory. The platform reaffirms 1900 principles, supports Roosevelt and Yates, endorses Hopkins, backs liberal pensions, damns trusts, and pledges to enforce laws against combinations. Charles Dawes withdraws from the race.
The Roddam reports St Pierre totally destroyed with nearly all inhabitants killed. Shipping in port wrecked and the Rorima lost with all aboard. The Sodlan captain seriously burned and 17 crew dead. Rorima left New York April 26 for St Thomas arriving May 2.
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