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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Oct 04, 1906
Page
1
Charles E Hughes formally accepted the Republican nomination for governor at a Saratoga convention ceremony. He pledged a sane efficient and honest administration free from bossism, contrasting the opposition with an alleged spurious democracy and aiming to defend progressive state reforms.
A candidate delivers a pledge of public service, condemning private interest influence, promising honest administration, and asserting commitment to labor reforms, law enforcement, equal justice, and economical governance. The oath emphasizes adherence to conscience, American tradition, and verification of pledges upon accepting nomination.
A reader argues that a ten year old compilation of names and records contains errors. He defends his involvement and asks for wider circulation of his confession, praising prior editorials.
The agricultural college showcases domestic science and home economics work by students including needlework and cookery. A stereo exhibit with a stereopticon displays pictures and diagrams illustrating school programs, attracting visitors with or without prior knowledge of federal fairs.
The Montana State Dairymen's association was organized at the courthouse with about 25 men present. James Donovan of Great Falls was named president and W. J. Elliott of Roseman secretary. a further meeting is set for tomorrow evening to discuss a permanent organization and general slate of officers including one vice president per county.
The district No 1 census in Custer county completed by the clerk shows 1,434 children under 2 years of age in the district. Miles City proper counts 1,023, up 6,000? over last year, reflecting growth in the Miles City area.
Hearst accepts the Independence League nomination for governor and denounces corporate control of government. He calls for direct nominations, open primaries, reform of banks and trusts, and revamping state departments to curb corruption. He opposes boss rule and favors shorter mayoral terms in New York.
A historical fragment quotes William Randolph Hearst urging honest election law and a robust review of electoral fraud. He advocates reduced railroad rates, government empowerment to acquire utilities, and restoring governmental powers, pledging continued support for reforms and states' enforcement.
General Guerra promised 1,100 men would be ready to entrain today but the detailed quadber folio for each man’s horse caused delays. A special train carrying 400 men and horses will depart Rincon for Pinar del Rio tomorrow. The rest of Guerra’s forces will be moved to Guanning and nearby points as fast as rafts are prepared.
Washington Oct 2 Secretary Root released a letter to Gonzalo de Quesada urging him to stay as Cuban minister. Quesada had offered to resign after the Falima government fell. The note, from Secretary Taft and Secretary Root, expresses U.S. support for Cuba’s constitutional government and urges continued service. Quesada has agreed to remain and assist as needed though the letter was not published in full.
Alexander Levinsky, manager, releases a nearly complete schedule for Butte high school football. Plans originally favored October Saturdays, but several colleges delayed field use. Key games include Tutor Machotannan Helena, Montana College of Derr Lodge, Livingston High, Spokane, Salt Lake, Great Falls, and Seattle, with Thanksgiving at Seattle. Final matchups hinge on travel and home games, with practice ongoing and optimism tempered by travel demands and uncertain opponents.
The Chicago American team clinched the pennant for the season of 158 as both games of a doubleheader at St. Towls were called off due to rain. Philadelphia and New York split their two games at Panderpila. Chicago could still be overtaken even if it loses the four games remaining in May.
At Cleveland on October 3 the home team defeated Boston in the first game while Boston took the second. Washington and Boston pitchers were noted, with Ficores and other players contributing. The day closed with batteries like Wilson and Carrigay delivering for Cleveland.
Philadelphia beat New York in today’s National League game as stars such as Donovan McGinnity and Smith led the offense. Bawkes Carpenter contributed in the outfield while Bliehoy and Au aided in the bullpen, with key runs scoring late in the contest.
In a tight game at Brooklyn, Boston earned a narrow victory with strong play by key players. The final score reflected a balanced effort from both teams with late stands shaping the outcome.
In Los Angeles and Portland action Henderson and Lister split pitching honors as Portland and Los Angeles battled in a tense tie. Nagie and Buckle led the battery for Los Angeles while Donahue and Visiter caught for Portland. Fresno beat San Francisco behind Welch’s strong pitching while Oakland defeated Seattle on a late two-bagger drive.
Special dispatch from Lewistown reports W B Devereux of Glenwood Springs and EW King concluding sale terms with Clarence Barnes Boise and partners. Amalgamated to acquire Barnes King property at stock par value of 1201 per share, with closing details finalized after Newdall trip.
In Toulon France on October 2 a French girl named Jeanne Miley admitted involvement in a plan to throw a hazardous device at the governor of Ekaterinoslav. She claimed to be Russian and said she allied with Russian students in the Latin Quarter of Paris to kill a prominent Russian official.
A Pre-season club meeting in the Hennessy building outlined big plans for curling's winter, with twelve new names added to the roster and more equipment. The ladies will remain members without dues, and two teams were chosen to enter the upcoming bonspiel in Winnie.
Married men and a bachelor team clash in a tenpin tournament at Thornton alleys this evening. Teams include Shy TIS Adams McMillan Van against Kirknatrek Joe Darclay Werner Merkle Taylor. Five games, highest average wins a prize. Matches start at 7:29 o clock.
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