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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1914
Page
1
A fragmentary report centers on Morgan and son as Mellens tale raises questions of honesty in financial dealings and truth of testimony. Limited readable text suggests a courtroom or inquiry setting with key individuals named.
JP Morgan publicly assumed full responsibility for the New Haven presidency change that led to Charles Mellen's resignation. He denied his father influenced management, while defending his own role and noting the Boston & Maine absorption aimed to safeguard New England’s rail system amid shifting economic conditions and stressed New Haven’s need to grow traffic and cooperate with rivals for regional benefit.
Danville May 5 A minister testified before the grand jury about a kidnapping plot tied to the local option leader Rev Louis St Patmont who vanished March 6 in Westville and was found last Saturday gagged in a farmhouse near Columbia Missouri Police seek the automobile used in the abduction The minister named four alleged arrangers and believed he could identify two of them The state's attorney withheld the evidence awaiting further testimony tomorrow
In a critical stance the report notes Roosevelt objects to the Wilson administration policies. It describes his position on shoring policies and outlines his concerns about administration direction. The piece emphasizes political tension and potential shifts in policy stance.
Oyster Bay May 25 Colonel Roosevelt weighs political path after return from South America. He may sail for Europe next Saturday and issue a statement on current subjects. Advisers split between staying in the background or entering the fray to curb Wilson administration attacks. Roosevelt plans a possible Spain trip May 30 to June 5 and will decide soon on a decisive step.
Washington May 23 Colonel Roosevelt West returns to Washington for a lecture before the National Geographic Society on South American explorations and to confer with progressive readers in Congress about campaign strategy. He plans visits to the White House and Senator Lodge home and wishes to meet Sir Cecil Spenser Rice and Jules Jusserand. A crowded lecture at the Geographic Society is expected, with a conference at progressive party headquarters afterward. Portland May 25 C A Severance surrenders to authorities after indictment for fraudulent use of the mails in the Oregon California railroad land grant matter and is sentenced to twelve to eighteen months in jail.
The United States Supreme Court reviews limits on salvage and liability for the Titanic disaster. It discusses how liability differs under American and British law, noting total claims against the company near 313000 and potential $4 million exposure if fault is unclear. Justice Holmes frames the rule that suits in multiple jurisdictions apply the applicable country law to determine remedies.
Washington reports indicate General Huerta’s position in Mexico City is weakening as his finances grow dire. Fears rise that exhausted war funds could empower rivals or spark new revolt. Zapatista threat is downplayed due to lack of artillery. Civil anti Huerta sentiment grows as América’s Vera Cruz landing loses unifying effect.
Philadelphia May 19 The big Will Angue steel case to dissolve United States Steel will be heard in the United States court in Philadelphia on October 0. Judge Bunginton with Sydees Gray and McPherson will hear the argument. The suit began on February 22, 1911. The record in the case spans 23,200 typewritten pages.
May 2 report says all hope is given up for Gustave Hamel after his attempt to cross the English Channel in a new aircraft from Hendon. No trace of Hamel or his machine has been found following a foggy crossing last Saturday that aimed at entering an aerial derby.
Biogaran Trails Ontario May 26. Mediators say they are not dictators of Mexico and will not name provisional presidents or legislate internal affairs. They emphasize proposals must originate from Mexican delegates, while Americans push for a program to address land reform as a step toward gradual settlement. Continued from Page Four.
Page 1 includes Anaconda news, state briefs, sports notes, and early notices. Highlights cover court actions, a death report, a benefit concert, and a growing focus on regional events with multiple items in brief form.
San Antonio reports a triple movement toward Mexico City led by Constitutionalist forces. General Carrillo and General Villa coordinate from Vera Cruz and Torreon, with 1,000 prisoners and 200 Federals lost in recent clashes. Zapata adheres to Caranza, while Batista reports show insurgents advancing from the West coast toward the capital.
Chinese consul general Shan Ching Shu reports his daughters Sino Goalib aged 12 and Min Ten aged 8 abducted from their home. Police search spans San Francisco and Oakland with detectives scouring surrounding areas. Orientation toward possible kidnapping by rivals in Oriental circles sparks widespread concern.
Reports from Mexico City say rebels were repulsed after desperate attempts to approach the port of Mizatlin. Constitutionalists suffered heavy losses as Zanita forces, threatening Cuernavaca, were dispersed by federal troops. No rail link between Mexico City and Veracruz is repaired, service resumed. Vera Cruz supreme court orders courts to meet in Soledad to handle cases per American military court decisions.
In a 36 to 23 vote the House of Commons approved the home rule bill as factions clashed over government aims. Premier Asquith promised clarity on amendments while opposition leader Andrew Bonar Law labeled promises as evasive, and crowds outside the chamber surged during the third reading discussion.
The Home Rule Bill, advancing through Parliament for a third time, outlines provisions for Irish self governance. Despite possible Lords opposition, the measure is expected to become law with or without their assent, shaping constitutional changes in Ireland.
Diamondfield Jack Davis shot in a garage hold up. Buddy Ryan arrested after a Friday afternoon robbery at the North Main street miners union room in Butte. Blewett says Ryan forced $24 from the register while threatening him with a revolver. teammate Davis, already injured, defended himself. Ryan later claimed hospital care would be paid and sought more money.
In Toulon on May 2 the Ventes Social and Political union hosted a suffragist gathering where every mention of King George was met with derision and hissing. Mrs Mildred Masel presided and referenced Buckingham Palace arrests, noting public outrage and police reliance amid militant attacks. The magistrate warned a suffragist after an alleged face strike by a man, underscoring mounting public exasperation and the impact of gallery closures on sentiment. May 2 events tied to Emmeline Pankhurst and others intensified calls for restraint and police withdrawal from militants.
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