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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1900
Page
2
London dispatch reports a Liberal defeat with a Unionist landslide and Churchill's election. Chamberlain urges patriotism before politics as London disturbances flare near Derby and Westminster. Rumors place Lansdowne to Ireland as party lines shift amid recounts and re-elections in several boroughs.
In the north division the unionists led 2,480 to 704 and in the south 1,196 to 755. Westham, an east London working class district, shows liberals faring poorly. Matthew White Ridley won Staley Bridge by 18 amid earlier unionist strength. Hartlepool backed Furness liberal by 1,879. Plymouth elected two conservatives while Oldham elected one liberal and one conservative, including Winston Churchill. Ivor Guest and his American wife are noted in Plymouth. Goodheart, Devonport candidate’s defeat ties to Leander McCormick family.
Advertisement claims a one day cure for a cold using Laxative Bromo Quinine tablets and offers a refund if it fails. Each box bears E W Grover's signature and costs 23 cents.
William KE Addy tested a kite based signaling plan at Bayonne IL using two nine foot kites and a light three by three foot box divided into compartments. Each compartment held an American flag a parachute and one with a silvered disc for distant visibility. The devices rose to 500 feet then released by timed fuses message flags could be read from afar with glasses.
J C Stubbs of Southern Pacific says the new company president will work from San Francisco rather than New York. He explains Huntington’s duties will be divided between the New York board chair and the San Francisco president, with Tweed overseeing finance and the new president handling administration. A president is not expected to be chosen soon.
Hawthorne track results list six races with winners Compass Brownie Anderson Senator Thompson Alpha Sr Quan nah Parker Precursor. Runners up include Tanhcam BSeason Little Singer Melo Hub Parker Locust Blossom Lenney Irish Jewel and third-place finishes with times noted for each race.
At Kinloch park St Louis on October 1 the six and a half furlong first race saw Tildy An win with Necklace second and Harry Duke third in 1:22. Duelist won the seven furlong second race with Master Mariner second and Viet Vance third in 1:10. Jim W. took the one mile fourth race with Glencake and Haviland second and third in 1:44. Love's Labor won the mile and a sixteenth fifth race with Alice Turper and Miss Manday second and third in 1:49. Amelia Strathmore won the selling sixth at one and one eighth miles with W. B. Gates second and Kitty Clyde third in 1:57.
Mike Ryan alleged accomplice in the July 4 1899 American National Bank tunneling attempt was arraigned in jailer Smiths court in Helena. Bonds set at 10000 and he remains remanded until October 8 as he seeks counsel. He admits presence at the scene but denies involvement and is said to have served time in Missouri penitentiary.
Helena reports Samuel Ritchie, 31, who was run over by a Northern Pacific train near Marysville last Thursday, died at the county hospital. A stranger with a brother in Ashville, B C, he appeared respectable but was intoxicated and attempted to board the moving train, slipping and being crushed as rail workers arrived.
A man injured in a crash was brought to the county hospital for treatment but his wounds were too severe for recovery.
The United States circuit court of appeals ordered the release from San Quentin of 10 Idaho strikers convicted of conspiring to obstruct a train carrying the mails. The court held the indictment lacked the essential element that the conspirators knew the train carried mail, requiring state law action for such offense.
Washington September 30 The government seeks armor for eight battleships six armored cruisers and three protected cruisers totaling about 36000 tons The Carnegie Bethlehem Midvale bids spark controversy with price 445 per ton plus royalty 45 and 458 per ton with delay The bids were rejected and talks shift to a conference to adjust terms and expedite delivery while seeking a fair price and earliest possible supply
The Minnesota Democratic State Committee decided not to oppose the Republican Chief Justice candidate Frank C. Brooks and Associate Justice nominee. Judge J C Nethaway resigned his candidacy for associate justice days earlier. Brooks sent a formal resignation, urging a nonpartisan judiciary and claiming support from most of the Democratic party. The committee adopted resolutions accepting resignations and concluded no nominations or efforts to defeat the Republican nominees.
In Pocatello Idaho Judge Beatty refused to hear Peter M Baum in Nolan v Crane after Baum was disbarred in Montana by the state Supreme Court. The federal court in Idaho noted the disbarment as grounds. Baum is a law partner of Tom Glenn.
The Austrian steamer Lloyd sailed from Lourenco Marques with 400 Transvaal refugees aboard. Some are Irish Americans. Transvaal government covers all expenses. Each man receives 30 shillings and will be paid 42.50 dollars on landing at a chosen port.
In San Francisco on October 1 over 900 men from the 24th and 25th infantry colored units boarded the transport Hancock bound for Manila, marking a major mobilization action.
Senator Beveridge speaks in Kansas City arguing the central issue is patriotism and that US markets determine prosperity. He contends American industry must expand abroad, contrasts national unity with state sovereignty, and warns against surrendering gains from the Spanish-American War to European rivals.
A political pitch asserts the Republican Party stands for American people and interests, arguing that GOP success in this campaign means the triumph of American interests. The message emphasizes party unity and voter support.
Editorial notes Galveston still needs money to shelter and rehabilitate over 8 000 homeless to remove debris and provide housing. Funds total at 781 043 63 with further remittances promised by Governor Sayers and daily updates planned as relief efforts continue.
On October 1 in Canton Ohio President McKinley hosted a busy schedule with arriving visitors including Senator Penrose of Pennsylvania and John Barret. Carnegie executive Schwab visited briefly before seeking privacy as Senator Penrose discussed post offices and matters for constituents. About 75 Stark county central committee members cheered introductions without speeches.
Final tests at Sandy Hook compare five inch coastal guns with disappearing carriages. General Miles and other officers witnessed 10 shots from each gun on the Buffington carriage. Miles said a report will be made but a decision may take a year or two.
An independent democratic convention is called to meet in Butte on Tuesday October 2 1900 to nominate presidential electors and state officers. It outlines county representation totaling 480 votes and election rules for delegates alternates and county primaries set for September 27 and 29 with organizational details.
A terse notice states that authorities have authorized cooperation across the extensive plant facilities to support ongoing operations and safety measures.
Brooklyn's Oct 1 doubleheader opener went 11 innings with Boston prevailing as Kennedy held the Bostons at bay in the mercy setting. The second game ended in the seventh due to delays, with Willis Connor Kennedy and Farrell among the key players cited.
The Sunny side coal mine in Evansville Indiana, the region’s largest, is ablaze with fears the entire mine could be ruined. The mine’s value is estimated at $200000.
A blaze on Market Street in Chicago destroyed an eight story brick building tonight causing about 500000 dollars in damage. Principal losers include E A Rothschild and Co and other tenants.
At the San Juan convention the federal party voted to affiliate with the US Democratic Party. A Nunez Rivera speech criticized the Foraker bill and called for more independence. Delegates will nominate a congress commissioner while a Republican mass meeting backed the administration and named House of Delegates candidates.
About 400 stovemaking concerns nationwide plan to form the National Stove Manufacturing Company with an estimated capital around 160 million dollars plus bonds. Charter filed in Delaware. 200 firms offer their properties and business. John W. Baker leads the enterprise. Directors of the Pittsburg Store and Range Company are among organizers.
Delegates speakers and visitors arrive for the national convention of democratic clubs in Tomlingen hall Indianapolis Indiana. Leaders report strong attendance with up to an estimated 40 000 total turnout and plans for overflow meetings and parades. Bryan Stevenson Cochran and others are scheduled to speak with Bryans principal address expected Thursday afternoon. Senator Jones and committee officials arrive midweek.
New York Oct 1 The London view confirms Lord Roberts will succeed Lord Wolseley as commander in chief of the British army a move seen as political with the general election. Buller would replace Roberts in South Africa while Kitchener ranks among senior officers awaiting appointment.
Georgetown Ky October 1 The commonwealth plans a trial when Youtzey case opens tomorrow while his lawyers debate a possible continuance due to absent witnesses. Youtzey health has markedly improved and depose readings from ex Governor Taylor and Charles Finley may not be read as Franklin handles the Howard trial duties.
The gun boat Robin shelled Luklao on the West river in retaliation for villagers firing on a British steamer. Ringleaders were later captured and flogged.
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