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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1913
Page
1
A chaotic national clash unfolds around Butte as industrial workers and political factions contend for influence over socialist movements. Tensions mount as advocates and opponents mobilize rallies and statements across major cities, signaling a pivotal power struggle shaping policy and labor actions nationwide.
Fragmented reports from the era describe Debs era letters and socialist clashes within the party. The piece notes tensions between the Socialist administration and IWW factions, recalls Haywood's recall, and hints at expulsions and constitutional disputes shaping ongoing labor politics.
New York May 25 The first air ng h emt of Lie Panama canal from east to west as completed yesterday when two steam shovels working opposite directions met at Culebra. The canal opened at grade from sea to sea as hundreds of workers celebrated the final joining of the continents. Minor work remains to widen the channel.
Fragmented report shows a chaotic scene with judicial maneuvering, witnesses, and political figures as arguments unfold. The article hints at a dramatic defense strategy and anticipated testimonies surrounding the case and its broader implications.
A lengthy Long Beach disaster probe detailed autopsy like scenes from the crash site. Witnesses named deceased include Marguel Weel and Lilly Al Wu while officials discussed investigative steps and funeral arrangements amid the aftermath.
Washington May 2 Trais ary Bryan praised for turning down a wine service at a Presbyterian District of Columbia rally addressing young men. He urged safety and patriotism while Secretary Daniels and other officials noted ongoing prosecutions.
Reported deaths include Planer McCarty from Breton leek related causes and Gunter of industrial ties facing rivals. Mentions Long Beach disaster death of Percy at Anacotwa, miners diving in Southern Cross, and various convention and sports notes ahead of statewide activities.
A crowd of about two hundred gathers as a man climbs a utility pole and teeters for twenty minutes. Police intervene but the climber remains aloft, with bystanders watching and reacting as he delays operations and draws attention to the scene.
Report of a suffragette riot near Towton where women were injured during demonstrations. Disorder disrupted a public event with several participants and bystanders affected. authorities intervened as clashes occurred and some arrests or charges followed.
The report describes the fatal injury of Leonard Ornsby, son of Robert Ornsby, after a heavy fall on railway tracks near Crehilly, with witnesses noting the accident’s severity. He died at a hospital while his father and relatives were present.
A garbled OCR text discusses a labor question tied to exemptions and presidential involvement. It mentions opposition to exemptions and calls for White House or OTR attention, with references to legislative boards and possible veto considerations. The readable fragments show pressure for the exemption issue amid political maneuvering.
A garbled archival item describes a wartime ceremony honoring poet Miller with ashes scattered amid flames. The report references a person named Miller Yura and a ceremony in a city area with about sixty attendees. The text is damaged and mixes place names, dates, and ceremonial actions with unclear spellings.
A former husband assaulted his divorced wife after a tense confrontation near a hotel and garden. Passengers and onlookers reported a struggle ending with the wife injured and the husband restrained at the scene. Authorities investigated as miscommunications and jealousy framed the incident.
A Chinese general, Shay May Gen Shy Pao San, was killed when a box in the Pobet contained a perilous substance causing a blast. The blast hurled him across the room, his box exploded, and the general, a ally of President Yaar shal ivai, faced bitter attacks from southern extremists.
Luther Metarty dies in a boxing match with Arthur Polky in Calgary Alberta. Police prepare charges as investigators seek cause with mixed signals and questions over medical care and timing.
Confused OCR text reports a Derna area battle where Italian and Arab forces clash. General Granbretti attacks with 3,000 troops and four guns, but columns are overwhelmed and many officers die. Report credits brave units and a bloody day in the Amban Turk war context.
San Diego May 25 Alma Miller of Idaho Falls died in hospital after burning on the torpedo boat destroyer Stewart. He died two days after the blast that killed two sailors. Miller sacrificed his life attempting to save two comrades despite suffering severe burns. The report notes a mother in Idaho Falls and references a sendoff that would be arranged.
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