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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1902
Page
12
For public protection the company reserves the right to refuse connection if an inspection certificate is not presented. Notify when wiring begins. inspector service is provided free of charge. Butte Electric and Power Co.
The coroner's jury found James Grindrod died of morphine poisoning but could not determine who administered it or the motive. Witness testimony conflicted on the time Grindrod drank malt with others at a Utah and Porphyry streets saloon, and on who was present. The panel noted Grindrod had heart issues and that evidence did not prove responsibility.
The case centers on Rod's life policy for 1000 with the Foresters. George MacDuff testifies about his morning and early afternoon visits to Fitz maurice's saloon. Grindrod drinks alone, then collapses in the back room. Witnesses recall Grindrod in pain and a bartender reporting a death nearby. The jury returns a verdict based on the testimony.
Portland scene today saw about 20 men lay down tools as building operations paused in a nine hour day protest. The planing mill workers demand a nine hour day, with unions vowing action if not met by Saturday. Pickets enforce the strike amid tense labor crisis.
Washington May 21 confirms Jacob Leper secretary of the legation at Havana. John Edwards of Junction City Mont Indian Inspector Registrars of land offices Frank Miracle Helena Mont Edward Brassey Lewistown Mont James Burlingame Great Falls Mont Receivers of public moneys Austin Sh Dorsey Waterville Wash Leads W Eldridge Lewistown Mont C H Benton Great Falls Mont Edward A WInstanley Missoula Mont
Columbia, May 21 A state democratic convention adopted a platform and rules for primaries. Candidates must pledge support to the winner and the party platform. Senator Tillman chaired the platform committee. A resolution condemned Senator McLaurin. A Lattimer is Tillman’s choice for U S Senator in the coming primaries.
Father Quesnel reports securing A O U W hall in South Butte as interim worship site for Catholics until a church is built. The hall seats 250 to 300, will be arranged as a chapel with altar, a choir planned, and three services on Sundays plus a school session. A wedding occurred at St Patrick's church, and pastors plan a pilgrimage to St Ignatius mission. Morris Co to wholesale from 41 West Galena after June 1. Lost letter at Western Union.
Regular weekly coursing draw to be held this evening at Tickel and Spargo on West Broadway at 9 o'clock. A 3 dog open stake is planned next Sunday due to many entries with 60 rabbits received and 53 shipped from San Francisco for arrival by Saturday. Prizes include 35 dollars for first, 20 for second, 12.50 to two more, and 7.50 to four others. semi finals and finals to run before main event, with Rainbow and Lethbridge as contestants and Raider in bye.
Manila May 21 release from custody of Waller alias Howard who was court martialed for desertion from a California regiment and sentenced to be hanged has been ordered. General Wheaton disapproved noting identity not disputably established and that the government had condoned the offense by sending him into the field after arrest.
A weary man on a west side street car talks with a friend about his sick wife and his own plumb hands while he works on remodeling his house. The scene depicts a troubled family in distress as parcels fill his lap.
In Des Moines on May 21 the federal court began the trial of Letson Bailliet charged with fraudulent use of the mails. A prior trial was halted after a juror died. California Oregon and other states send witnesses as nationwide interest grows. The case is expected to be brief.
The Evening Post recounts exam blunders as candidates for city positions misinterpret questions. A keeper hopeful jokes about treating a prize lion with liniment and a wooden arm, a widow cites 20 years of widowhood, and others misdefine horizon tally and infectious.
London May 22 news that Bennett Burleigh of the Daily Telegraph plans to return home. The Telegraph interprets this as indicating peace has been arranged in South Africa and that censorship prevented earlier communication.
A Times dispatch from Fort de France reports a jet of fire wiping out the town of La Carbett on Martinique's west coast. Authorities fear for the safety of troops sent on a special mission to the town.
At Coliseum Park bicycle track the 10 mile motor paced heat race saw H. Freeman of Portland defeat W. S. Fenn of New Haven in times of 15 88 4 5 and 15 25 to win the first and second heats. Freeman also set a new paced mile record for the local track with 1 26 2 5.
The Philadelphia Record quotes a motorman noting animals react differently to intoxication. A dog avoids biting a drunken man and treats him gently as with a child, while a horse shows contempt and avoids contact, affected by a drunk person's behavior.
New York May 21 The Bradbury piano factory in Brooklyn was destroyed by fire late tonight. The building was owned and the business conducted by Freeborn G Smith. Loss estimated at $500 000.
Charleston observers report volcanic dust in the air last night producing a red sunset. Local forecast officials note the ash originated from volcanic activity elsewhere, affecting the city’s evening sky and visibility.
In a humorous exchange Mr Porkand from Chicago questions a French artist’s speed to finish a portrait. Mrs Porkand notes a month minimum, while Mr Porkand bets an American painter could complete the job in under a third of that period.
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