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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
May 09, 1913
Page
18
A burglar who stole a ring from Mrs. J. W. Dunn of 6% South Idaho Street left a note claiming he had robbed ten women. The note and ring were found after Mrs. Dunn awoke to movement in her bedroom on April 2. Attempts to track the burglar involve a private detective and police. the ring’s owner remains unconfirmed.
Kong Hing, a 0 year old Chinese produce merchant, says all men have a right to carry and use a revolver if needed. He fired into the air after rocks were thrown at his wagon on Dakeen street, then went to the police station and paid $200 bail as he faced police court this morning.
At a Butte progressive party gathering in the State Savings Bank building last night a debate on Japan and California emerged muddled. Harris argued for Californians while Barat spoke for Americans, with Clarence Davidson chairing and a large attendance.
Delegates gathered last night for the national meet at Dallas Texas. Bagdad Temple will be represented by Gus Meyers of Butte and W M Montgomery of Anaconda. Algeria Temple of Helena is represented by Archie Mahon. Pocatello De Melegaten will join Boise delegates from Idaho and surrounding areas.
Local resident Timothy Reardon died after a long illness at a city hospital. He had lived in Butte for 13 years and is survived by three sisters in Denver and one sister plus two brothers in Ireland. Funeral services will be held tomorrow morning at Walsh's Undertaking Parlors.
District presider reports utilities group will arrive in May to inspect local electrical houses of W. I. Nicol, president of the Salt Lake Electrical company. The strike order has not reached Butte, with Western Supply Company the only firm potentially affected.
Sheriff Driscoll and Sheriff Unger responded to a claim of a shooting near a creek yesterday afternoon. They found Joe Linnell, 32, a Northern Pacific employee, cleaning his leg with a towel wrapped around it. Local woman alerted authorities after a telephone tip suggested a gunshot.
Upward of 100 veterans attended the convention with commander Wy. Smith presiding. A font service was planned for tomorrow in Ellis hall. Women’s Relief corps and Ladies of the G A R visited the camp, and a luncheon and dinner were held at Odd Fellows and Elks venues. Delegates met for routine business, with a memorial for nine members and talks by department leaders. A committee was named to seek Missoula as a conference meeting place.
Workmen began wrecking a building on Roosevelt Street once occupied by Spice Store. Razing follows an order not to hold until Saturday. The site, tied to a notorious gambling house run by a man named Mike, housed the second and top floors with a lookout and emergency exit.
Washington May 8 The first word on the result of the service investigation into Dr. Friedrich Friedmann’s tuberculosis remedy will be delivered tomorrow before the National Association for the Study and Prevention of Tuberculosis at its ninth annual meeting. Dr. John F. Anderson, with Dr. Arthur M. Stimson, appointed by Sure Blue to investigate and report, will present the board designated statement on the tests and the German physician’s remedy. The press release will outline the public health service’s view, noting the need for coordination among medical researchers and the anti tuberculosis association in extending work.
The Japanese government through Ambassador Hinds will inform Secretary Brean by tomorrow noon of the position of the United States government. The measure concerns Governor Johnson's signature in California and the result will define the stance to the ambassador, signaling potential references Secretary may win President for chins.
Ohio reports show socialist red flag action met resistance as city authorities and veteran groups protested. The flag was hauled down burned and lowered during unrest tied to anti socialist sentiment. Attorney General Jistice mentioned opposing bodies observing events.
About 90 Republicans in the House met to discuss an early reorganization of the Congressional Campaign Committee. Opposition led by Republican Leader Mann prevented any action. Gardner of Massachusetts had called the meeting for the chairmanship bid.
Fort Shaw settlers faced water cutoffs after delinquent payments for irrigation. Senator Walsh warned government law allows only canceling water rights for nonpayment. Adams and Hicks sought extension of payment terms and restoration of $2 per acre, citing rising costs to $5 or more. They urged drainage works at public expense to address seepage and drainage issues on the Lower Yellowstone project.
Reported explosion aboard a troop train near Don Sinaioa, Sonora, yesterday left about 200 dead and many wounded. Officials say the train was dynamited stealthily. details and exact location remain unsettled amid chaotic scenes at the border.
Albany May 8. The president of officers under state labor commission tailed recess appointment. Mitchell was rejected twice by the Senate in the closing days of the legislature. The governor says he has the power to appoint Mitchell to the position for a term expiring after the convening of the next legislature regardless of the extra session.
The Illinois elections committee reported favorably on a statute granting full woman suffrage, sending the measure through the House after Senate approval by a wide margin. Governor Dunne’s stance remains uncertain as the bill heads to the lower chamber for consideration.
A heavy rainstorm last night caused a near fatal accident in Havfy, with Mrs. Henry Lapp injured when plaster and several hundred pounds of material fell from Curtis Mock on West Park Street. The storm flooded streets, drove traffic from central areas, and broken drains overflowed in business districts. Temperatures ranged around 64 to 44 degrees with the storm described as typical late summer weather.
The Bureau of Chemistry clarifies definitions for Graham flour and related by products amid warnings against mislabeling imitation graham mixtures. The bureau emphasizes maintaining traditional standards and informs manufacturers of proper labeling practices.
President Roosevelt suggests arbitration as the path for a current dispute, addressing a luncheon at Sagamore Hill. The remarks refer to English-speaking nations and peace, with paper men excluded from the function. He did not name the Panama Canal issue explicitly, but foreign delegates say he pointed to settlement by arbitration if possible.
Neighbors reminded former House speaker Uncle Joe of his seventy seventh birthday. After a long day visiting and attending church dedications, he returned home to find messages and a surprise party featuring a large vase of American Beauty roses and cakes at dinner.
United States laborers led by a Gary foreman threatened longer hours and higher pay after a recent ultimatum. Voters, 18 in number, were pressured to accept ten hour days at set rates amid tense conferences. A dramatic production by Mrs. Heminick linked to suffragist fundraising is slated at McVicker's in Chicago amid theater fires and rebuilds.
A militant wing within the suffrage movement signals planned violence amid opposition to the women’s vote. The piece notes increased militant activity in Kent and a bombing attempt foiled outside a northeast London building. Geraldine Manning faces fallout after painting green arrows on John Redmond’s bust.
John G. Johnson, a Nome gold discoverer who built a fortune there, returns from British Columbia where a recent gold rush occurred. He claims no gold remains on Silver Creek, now claimed by Indians who sold to whites. chiefs and traders allegedly plotted to transfer claims, with an attorney drawing papers for transfer.
San Isco May 8 An English music hall actress was arrested as an undesirable alien by U S immigration officials but released as she is legally married to Harry Sheinstrom of Cincinnati. She said she would leave the United States of her own accord and return to London.
Funeral rites will be held today at noon at a local temple under the auspices of the United Ser niet. Interment at Mount Moriah Drumm temple. Aged near Sherman, with interment to follow. Relatives and friends announce the death and await the funeral rites.
The funeral for Michael Gaud will be held at Durrans Church at 5 o clock. Josephis Church services precede and will be celebrated there.
Funeral services for Philite io Naurenter of Strapal Mew Walla were held at the family residence on Sirina avenue. The burial followed at an adjacent cemetery with local mourners in attendance.
The text reports the deaths of Infant Bertolettit and Timothy Reardon with services and burial details. Remains of the late prison inmate are to be taken from Portland to Walsh's Parlors for interment at Sacred Heart cemetery. Further arrangements and times are to be announced.
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