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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1913
Page
7
Senate vote blocks hearings as Louisiana lawmakers face implications. Only two Democrats supported the measure, while opposition united against proceeding.
Democratic leaders won approval to refer the Underwood tariff bill to the finance committee for consideration without public hearings. The Penrose La Follette public hearings amendment failed 1 to 36, Simmons motion passed. Poindexter reversed his stance citing privy hearings. Debate touched on free sugar and Wilson's tariff stance as subcommittees prepare reports for June 1, with Newlands warning of dwindling Democratic power if the bill passes.
In Today's Standard ae TN Bitcher Kellogg of Mute wins rmarkable reinins. a broad array of items fills pages noting hearings, obituaries, sports, crime, and market reports. Readers see coverage of church services, mining news, school feeding programs, and local notices across regions including New York Boston and Butte.
Mrs. Bessie Merriam rejects Capt Henry C. Merriam's compromise in a suit for divorce on charges of misconduct with Clarence Murphy. She declined withdrawal of the charges, seeks to clear her name, and plans to proceed to trial. Judge Graham set a further hearing for May 36 as Mrs Merriam remains hospitalized after a nervous collapse.
Fragmented despatch reports a vandalism and threats tied to militant activity in London and other towns. Mentions ring of explosives found near railway lines, a clockwork device, and a burned fuse at a church. Women’s vote efforts noted amid unrest.
New York May 1 an open air meeting of striking barbers centered on violence. Ettor urged temperance and condemned violence while a parade banner of the I W W moved uptown to Union Square. A target of unrest arose as marchers tried to free a parader. missiles peppered police but injuries were light. A barber boss delegation asked Mayor Gaynor to intervene in the strike affecting about 200 shops and 13,000 workers.
In May the Vice President’s ruling was challenged when Senator Jones cited gallery approval and Senator Gallinger urged a return to order. Mr. Marshall admitted he had been out of order at the end of the debate and Senator Gallinger accepted his apology.
In Atlanta on May 18 the four major Presbyterian divisions united in a historic joint service with 369 participants including delegates and laymen from across the United States. Dr. Russell and Dr. Lyons led as moderators, stressing unity and the sacredness of marriage amid debates on church co operation and infanti elect concerns. The day featured spirited discussion, minority reports, and calls for a national response to moral questions with plans for a mammoth reception for commissioners at Agnes Scott College.
Willie Lieber a 14 year old champion pitcher for St Paul graded schools died after learning his Baker team lost the ant race. He had just pitched a no run two hit victory and had planned to pitch the final game yesterday. His parents kept him in bed as friends visited and learned the score. He cried that if they had won the pennant they would have buried his face in the pillows before dying.
Bishop Doane head of the Albany Diocese of the Protestant Episcopal Church died at the Hotel Manhattan in New York City just before 1 AM. He was 71 years old. Death attributed to old age.
In a Senate floor exchange Senator Myers rejects wool and sugar tariff protection for special interests. He says he stands pat for the common people of Montana, not wool and gas interests, insisting he was elected to serve all residents and to reform tariffs. He emphasizes protecting the masses over privileged sections.
May 18 testimony in the John N. Anhut trial in Albany centers on a purported $20,000 bribe offer to Dr. Jol W. Russell to secure Thaw’s release. Anhut denies offering funds while Russell recalls the city meeting and the disputed remark. The defense argues the $25,000 Thaw fee was contingent, not bribe, with proceedings aiming to show lawful pursuit of Thaw’s release. Also noted is Mrs. Helen Longstreet’s Senate committee hearing scheduling and displacement context.
Washington May 16 A provisional draft of the U S government reply to Japan was reviewed by President Wilson and the cabinet for two hours amid no public indication of its nature The State Department held back on details while awaiting Governor Johnson to act on the California alien land ownership bill Japanese authorities likewise await his decision and seek diplomatic negotiations The report notes talk of war among Japanese residents in California and the Pacific possessions but officials work to avoid provocative statements while pursuing an amicable adjustment.
Grant Stafford vice president of a Winfield Kansas bank was found guilty on five counts of stealing cigars from dealers. prosecutors said he took extra cigars on seven occasions while paying for three, and testified he asked for three for a quarter then took others. Stafford was fined and ordered to pay costs as the defense claimed bias from dealer Andrew Rader. The three day trial drew a packed courtroom.
Kellogg hero delivers standout effort as pitcher sticks to end of tough Titanic Striggle and leads team to a home win. Strong repeated performance secures victory. key players and venue not precisely named due to fragmented source text.
Kellogg dominates as Butte edge gates in a 5 to 4 thriller lasting fourteen innings. Dutty hurled masterful baseball until fatigue faded, Demaggio and McGeehan spark late offense, with Kellogg delivering pivotal hits and a bold run to seal victory amid a chaotic, high tension clash at Columbia gate.
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