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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1912
Page
8
San Diego officials warn that control of the situation could lead to martial law if authorities fail to stabilize the city. City leaders say swift action is necessary to prevent escalation and protect residents.
May 27 report describes an IWW member’s attempt to test an ordinance by sneaking into a restricted district. Police faced a crowd urging violence as Carson was tackled and arrested after resisting an officer. Webb warned martial law possible if authorities could not cope.
Reports say Masatitt, a millionaire and member of a Sinaton family, was shot by federals for treason. Another prisoner was executed by firing squad at the same time. An American consul warns Americans in the mountains to pack belongings and head to the coast within days. Details from rebel headquarters are sparse as authorities pursue alleged traitors.
Washington May 27 The army appropriation bill moved through Congress with anti administration amendments that would bar Major General Leonard Wood from serving as chief of staff and would place military post locations under a mixed commission. The measure would disqualify many senior generals and create a narrow path for promotion, provoking broad opposition and a sharp clash between line and staff factions.
Testimony today by Anarlos Z White of the Standard Oil Company of New Jersey described efforts by agents acting for John D Rockefeller to defeat Waters-Pierce Oil in a proxy campaign. White said James A Malfett instructed him to gather proxies in the name of Wells Taylor and Martin Van Buren, with Rockefeller owning a quarter of Waters-Pierce stock.
San Diego May 27 A coroner jury ruled Tolliver died from gunshot and knife wounds while Mrs Tolliver died from two gunshot injuries. Bert G confessed to the killings. Witnesses testified. Lewis appeared calm, questioned the dagger and missiles. Autopsy surgeon Morgan showed three bullets from Tolliver’s brain. Lewis spared details, saying he desired publicity. Detective Wister recounted Lewis’s early confession and claim of killing two skunks. Lewis’s preliminary exam set for next Friday. he may or may not hire counsel.
London May 22 dock strike and disquieting aspect tonight by Tenyon of the lastmen of A mani feste try belwelf of the striters protest against the ney of police gid sold Meor in tie cployers interests and warning the government chat pier cee pressive action will provok extremy measured by the strikers. The mant fouto Wie Ane ty tho set what throught nut tha diy hundreds of total ment were unloaded by the volunteer work ers under polio protection. Thix reported the aiil committee in a corey xexslon dacided that it the government resorted to the moment of traonaive strikers avoned fatlita by stopping the raya malt gorvies which ran uninterruptedly throughout the strike of 1811.
Obituary notes the death of judge candidate Frank Fleury after a nine week illness at his home in Dayton. He served as a judge candidate in Livingston and later as a county attorney and judge in the Sixth Judicial District. Funeral arrangements not finalized. services likely midweek at his residence.
Amid Cuba tensions reporters note Havana crowds reacting to assurances from the United States and Cuban leaders. The debate centers on whether American policy signals intervention or a cautious stance, with officials stressing restraint and the public seeking stability and order.
A chaotic bribery trial scene unfolds with mentions of Amber Heetilem and many named figures. Witnesses describe payments and alleged conspiracies as prosecutors and defense clash over evidence. The day features tense testimony and questions about the legitimacy of witnesses and prior statements.
A House debate centers on a provision to unify the eight hour work day for coal mines. lawmakers spar over labor coalitions, wages, and regional references as Alabama and Georgia figures figure in the heated discussion.
New Jersey voters head to the polls with a Democratic contest centered on Governor Woodrow Wilson. Newark weighs heavily as Smith supporters back a challenge. Wilson and rivals battle for a full state delegation while Jacksonian party dynamics loom. Voting opens at 2 pm and closes at 9 pm.
Colonel Roosevelt asks Hadley to act as temporary chairman of the presidential national convention in Chicago. Hadley indicates he could serve if he believes he best aids his faction. He prefers another progressive leader for the post if possible.
The text reports Theodore Roosevelt delivering a final appeal and signaling attention to marshaling forces for the campaign. It notes his stance within the Republican presidential nomination and hints at continued effort toward the upcoming contest.
Washington May 27 The Senate debated reform of corporate trusts led by Andrew Carnegie and John D Rockefeller style wealth concentration. Critics cited rising millionaires and argued for tighter controls while supporters warned against partisan overreach and predicted Roosevelt nomination amid party tensions.
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