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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1901
Page
2
The jury in Topeka on May 14 convicted Mrs Nation of breaking into Ed Murphy's joint last February. The district court will sentence tomorrow with a fine likely, as defense argued insanity but offered no denial of the accusation. The verdict surprised many who expected a hung jury or acquittal.
A large crowd watched at Newport as jockey Mayberry suffered a serious skull fracture while working the yearling Martha BD. In the day’s first race over five and a half furlongs Oconee won with Flop second and Brother Fred third.
Second race five and a half furlongs Linden Tree won Dr Worth second Debenture third time 1 02 Third race five and a half furlongs Billy Mason won Ledta second Voltaire third time 108 Fourth race four furlongs Foundling won Silk Corn second Wedding March third time 48 Fifth race mile and an eighth selling Kitholin won Outburet second Virgie third time 1 5 Sixth race six furlongs selling Frances Reie won Pinch in second Albert Edward third time 1 14
In San Francisco favorites dominated the Oakland meet with Ruiz securing three wins and Yellow Tail taking the mile showdown. Faver sham surged in the second race while Fred Atterbury fell in the 2-year-olds. In Cincinnati La Tonia racing drew a sparse crowd amid talk of a free gate tomorrow.
First race five and a half furlongs April winner Eamond second Arlean B third time 635 4 5. Second race seven furlongs Guy H won Lake View Belle second B Campbell third time 1 01 5. Third race mile Excelsis won Vincennes second Joe Collins third time 1 3 6. Fourth race mile and an eighth handicap Robert Waddell won Ohnet second Ben Chance third time 1 52 4 5. Fifth race five furlongs Abe Frank won Red Hook second Booth Elkhorn third time 1 01 1 5. Sixth race mile and 70 yards Myth won Trebor second Rad ford third time 1 45 4 5.
At Morris Park New York on May 14 results list six races with winners including All Green Alard Baychester Knight of Rhodes Prophetic Redpath and more. Times noted for each race and placings described for second and third places. Additional results from St Louis Fair Grounds also begin with a four furlong wiret pace purse.
Zoraide won the opening race with Jungrau second and Okla third in 349. The half mile purse went to Oudenarde, with The Way second and Ellis Glenn third in 1 08%. Trio captured the four and a half furlongs event with Lacrymae second and Jim Scanlan third in 554. Ampere won the mile race followed by Blink and Maximus in 1 41. Harry led the mile and 20 yards race with Aurea second and Chappaqua third in 1 44. Tuskarosa took the six furlongs selling race with Samivel second and Fridolin third in 1 15.
At New Market on May 14 the Newmarket handicap of 300 sovereigns was won by Mr. Russell's bay filly Semper Vigilans by Carbine Sempronia with Johnny Reiff aboard. Seven runners. Tantalus won a 5 sovereigns starter sweepstakes with 100 added, Ma her riding for P Lorillard, Encombe second, San Francisco third. Twelve finishers including Racinage winning selling plate with C Jenkins. Gutter Snipe, ridden by J Reiff, won the Visitors welter handicap for Capt. Hedworth Lambton.
Latonia track directors announced free gate ends and will distribute admission tickets broadcast. Newport has offered free admission since Monday, prompting Latonia to charge $1. Latonia is a Western Jockey club member. Newport is allied with the Turf congress.
Three car loads of mattresses, one car of cats, and a car of miscellaneous articles were received from the New York Chamber of Commerce and Merchants' Association in Jacksonville. The relief fund total reached 106,722 dollars.
National League report from Philadelphia May 14 notes Pittsburg defeated the home club due to costly errors. Both pitchers excelled and the crowd reached 2,111. Batteries were Phillip and O'Connor for Philadelphia with Dug gleby and Douglass for Pittsburg. umpire Nash.
Brooklyn starts the series by defeating Cincinnati in a 11 inning game to seize the lead for New York. Attendance 2 300. Batteries Newton and Peitz for Cincinnati Kitson Hughes and McGuire for Brooklyn. Umpire Dwyer.
In New York on May 14 the New York team extended its winning streak to six by shutting out Chicago. Attendance was about 5,800. Players mentioned include Phyle Warner Menefee Chance and Kling with Umpire O Day officiating.
Boston held on for a 6 to 4 win as Dineen wobbled early but steadied in the final innings. Attendance was 1,400 with batteries listed as Dineen and Kittridge for Boston and Harper and Nichols for the opposition. umpire Emelle.
Baltimore won the game from the Philadelphia Athletics by superior all round play. Attendance was 2,304. Batteries Dunn and Robinson supported by Fraser Milligan Powers and Murphy.
Detroit defeats Milwaukee 8 to 0 as Grifith fields brilliantly and Sullivan backs him. Attendance 2,580. Reidy shines for Milwaukee in a win over Cleveland. Boston loses again to Washington amid sloppy defense and weak hitting. Attendance 1,552. Batteries listed for each game.
Governor Wells received a letter via the secretary of state at Washington from Lord Lansdowne conveying King Edward VII’s thanks to Utah for the legislature’s condolence resolutions on Queen Victoria’s death.
A Tokyo dispatch reports Japan faces a cabinet crisis after all ministers resign over internal rifts led by Viscount Matanabe. Marquis Ito may form a new cabinet, with Osaka banks aided by the Bank of Japan easing a financial scare. Yokohama notes improving business and hopes for a China policy settlement and renewed prosperity.
Emperor Matsu hito accepts Viscount Watanabe’s resignation as minister of finance. Other cabinet members remain in office except Premier Marquis Ito who is ill. Marquis Saionji appointed minister of finance ad interim.
London reports describe Morgan and Rothschilds plus other banks advancing loans at 5 percent to steady settlements amid the panic. The day marks contending views as some banks restrict facilities while the exchange committee helps avert a broader collapse. Northern Pacific corner costs arbitrageurs nearly £1,000,000 and a major operator exits after settlement.
Detectives and police captured George Raymond Ulrich Rogers and Oscar Mushmiller with others still at large Andrew Martin Peter Heise and George Meuhnen hunted. Band of American brigands terrorized Bacolor Pampanga area killing Henry Dow and committing murders outrages and rapes. Raymond wore a captain's uniform and was formerly a Manila policeman.
From San Domingo May 4 via Haytien cablet government troops led by Vice President Vasquez report the revolt in the provinces of Moca and Lavega as a failure. The operation marks a setback for insurgent forces and consolidates government control in the region.
Government reports hail the rebellion’s suppression with rebel leaders captured. Officials state strong authority and improving business conditions as the situation stabilizes.
Paris May 14 The chamber of deputies voted to post the declarations of the rights of man of 1793 and 1791. Louis Martin read the text as passages drew cheers from the left while critics argued over political depictions. The bar racks method was approved by six in the majority despite right wing protests. The chamber adjourned until Friday.
Spokane reports a Granite creek placer finding two miles west of Republic drawing hundreds of prospectors. Early digging yields $75 in shot gold with an $8 nugget. bedrock 15 feet deep, then dig deeper tomorrow. Me teor camp on Colville reservation reports rich gold silver ore with assays up to 140000 dollars.
Pekin reports China replies to foreign ministers on war losses by appealing for mercy as poverty limits revenue. It proposes 15,000,000 taels yearly for 30 years from salt likin and customs, asking foreign customs be raised a third and given to funds. Ministers will not discuss until they meet to consider.
Berlin reports that China agrees to pay the demanded indemnities and German officials plus private citizens approve the move to wind up the China campaign. The plan to extend payments over 30 years draws qualified assent.
Boston May 14 The Congregational Home Missionary society marks its 75th anniversary with delegates from all states and territories. After years of heavy debt it reports a significant reduction this year and hopes to further cut the debt before adjournment Thursday evening. Rev Dr Lyman Abbott of New York delivered the sermon.
Republicans from all sections of Pennsylvania gathered at Horticultural Hall for a banquet in honor of United States Senator M. S. Quay after his re election. A reception followed at the Academy of Music as speakers commented on his political career and pledge he would not seek further office.
The Western Unitarian conference opened in St. Louis with a three day session at the Church of the Unity. The committee report on Covenants and Statements of Faith in Unitarian Churches was discussed and adopted. The proposed covenant is seen as a first step toward stronger organization in the western conference.
News from Roanoke Va reports a tunnel accident near Shawsville twenty miles west of Roanoke at six o clock tonight killed four colored laborers and fatally injures one. Two others are said buried beneath rock and dirt.
Vienna papers publish alleged details of a plot by members of the Young Turkey party to kidnap Abdul Hamid and proclaim his younger brother, Prince Mohammed Ali, as successor. The reports outline motives and possible routes for the capture, with tensions rising over the sultan's future.
The report claims Izzet Bey, secretary to the sultan, aided in thwarting the conspiracy and that numerous individuals believed linked to the plot have been arrested.
W F Rohde, an electrician at the Boston and Montana smelter, was seized by about 75 workers and marched toward a footbridge after refusing to join the Mill and Smelter men's union. Assistant Superintendent Morrow intervened and took Rohde into custody. The conflict stems from Rohde's prior membership in the Electrical Workers' union and his refusal to pay dues to two groups. The crowd threatened a ducking in the power canal, sparking public comment and concerns among conservative workers.
In Skagit county La Conner, John Fay of Seattle Bridge Co. and his 15 year old son faced a fatal incident. After the son stole away and shot himself in the head following a minor discipline, the father rushed to the room and killed himself with the same gun.
The Staats Zeitung reports negotiations near completion to establish a San Francisco to Far East steamship service with Honolulu Yokohama Hongkong and Shanghai as ports. Within a year freight ships will sail and six 16 knot steamers are to be added in two years. Atlas line purchase is a minor detail.
Colorado Springs mourns as Harvey B Young a renowned landscape artist dies at home after a lung congestion illness. Born in Fort Mills Vermont he was 54 years old and leaves a widow and four children.
Washington reports the treasury balances with an available cash balance of 158,679,781 dollars and gold holdings totaling 97,241,781 dollars as of today.
Great Falls hosts the Montana State Medical Association on May 15 and 16 with hundreds of physicians arriving. Dr. A. F. Longeway presides at the council chambers as papers are read on topics including insanity, bovine tuberculosis, hysterical neurosis, pneumonia, diabetes, and hernia surgery, followed by discussions and a banquet.
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