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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Oct 09, 1901
Page
6
The Anaconda Standard lists subscription prices for daily and Sunday editions and notes rates for different page counts. It also describes foreign postage, branch offices in Missoula and Great Falls, and Eastern and Washington bureaus with street addresses and newsstand locations.
The Anaconda Standard touts its readership noting it has a larger bona fide paid circulation than all other Tow newspapers in Montana combined. It cites a six month period ending June 30 1901 with daily and Sunday averages listed.
The Standard invites broad public opinion on Montana and St Louis share in the coming exhibition. It seeks views on representation at the fair, funding methods, and prefers a high class Montana display. Most early voices favor Montana exhibition and legislative involvement, while more ideas may follow.
Critics say the United States delegation to the Pan American Congress in Mexico City is largely unknown and mediocre aside from ex-Secretary Buchanan and ex-Senator Davis. They contrast unfavorably with the first congress’ distinguished Americans and doubt significant outcomes from the current session.
The passage argues that the United States shares closer political similarities with Germany than with Colombia, due to political anarchy in new world nations, language and race differences, and distrust from Latin republics. It warns closer US relations could burden, vex, and complicate southern governance until stable government is in place.
A band of hoboes in Crawford New Jersey dismantled and carried off a pesthouse 22 by 10 feet as a prank. They towed the shack into the forest and homesteaded it for the winter while remaining unaware of the building's infected state. Residents kept away, unsure if the joke was on the tramps or themselves.
The article details the September 3 capture near Raslog of American missionary Miss Helen M. Stone and companions, the ransom demands of brigands, and the international tensions involving Turkish, Bulgarian, and Macedonian actors. It notes varying ransom histories, Turkish assurances, and US plans to advance funds for Stone’s release while pursuing accountability.
A commentator notes a large share of elderly clerks in federal bureaus, accusing age and inertia of diminishing productivity. The piece suggests Congress may need to address civil service rules, as firing aging workers could devastate families reliant on their decades of service.
The author argues against a civil service pension list and favors a compulsory retiring fund. After long service clerks would retire with reduced pay, reducing dead wood and boosting efficiency. A single bureau could see 47 retirements 327 promotions and 47 new appointments under this plan.
The death of Afghanistan’s ameer alarms England, seen as a new pivot in a century of diplomacy. Afghanistan sits as a buffer between Russia and British India, with rulers playing Russia and Britain against each other while retaining leverage over India via the passes and mountains.
The remark notes Lord Kitchener’s reaction to defeat compares unfavorably with Sir Thomas Lipton, describing Kitchener as a poorer loser.
A witty comparison notes the Anaconda city council displaying harsh debate and sharp clashes as it conducts business, rivaling Helena's grand jury in intensity and scrutiny.
The text suggests Omaha boys resist a sedentary life and forecasts that Admiral Schley’s enemies will not accuse him of high treason unless more damaging testimony appears. It hints at Roosevelt aiding Candidate Law and notes Bulgarian brigands would not offer Miss Stone at bargain rates, implying scarce competition in that field.
A column notes cartoonist Opper leaves minstrel themes for Our Antediluvian Ancestors. It also comments on Seth Low, Sir Thomas Lipton, Miss Stone and the San Francisco trip, and hints at Bulgaria and U S government stance amid naval news.
In Utah and across the line into Northern Arizona two counties plan a Thursday round-up to kill desert horses. The Pipe Springs start point is set. the end point is unknown. Ranchers complain range and cattle are harmed as hundreds of mustangs have been shot or driven off before.
James Wilson superintendent of the Canadian Pacific Telegraph company and staff, with Mr. Lockwood and two engineers, left Victoria for Pamfield Creek on Vancouver Island to choose the Pacific cable landing site. About 40 men will staff the operation with wharves and houses as facilities. The repair ship will be headquartered at Fiji, not on the west coast.
In Philadelphia the six days walking contest at Industrial Hall nears the 200 mile mark with 30 competitors still in. At midnight after 12 finishers Cartwright led with 210 miles, followed by Glick 209, Tiegelman 205, Tracy 202, Golden 198, Hart 192, Day 182, Messier 179, Barnes 179, Cavanaugh 168, Dean 164, Guerrero 161.
The German press cites Washington dispatches on a new Anglo American canal treaty. It argues Britain renouncing rights under the Clayton Bulwer treaty without compensation shows how the war in South Africa has caused paralysis.
Washington reports that L. J. Crustende and Oscar A. Weggman letter carriers in Helena have been raised from 600 to 850 dollars. Charles Lauren son of Anaconda also receives a 250 dollar raise to 850. Miss Rechea Goldsmith of Baltimore becomes nurse at the Fort Shaw Indian school.
Mrs. Ben O. Perkins, wife of the local jailer, died from shock after a mob attacked the jail Wednesday morning and lynched two Black men. The incident occurred in Shelbyville Indiana.
A Colorado syndicate backs a proposed plant capitalized at 1 000 000 dollars. The project has been under consideration for a year. Contracts are signed for furnishing 250 tons of ore daily.
A liberal force of about 250 attacked Morro island near Tumaco on Sept 24, landing at dawn and storming the island from both sides. The British steamer Quito, bound for Panama, was fired upon and hit once above the waterline but sustained little damage. Agents warned to avoid cargo at Tumaco as tensions remain tense and the isthmus situation unchanged.
Valence of Armour & Co. treasurer says the firm may expand but will not merge with Nelson Morris Swift & Co. and Hammond in a big four arrangement. Swift Armour and associates deny rivalries exist but reject any practical beef trust. Reports cited involve joint stockyard purchases by Swift and Armour from Sioux City and Fort Worth.
Charles R. and Porter W. Fleming arrive from the Gallura mountains to describe a gold vein 200 feet wide and 6,000 feet long located about 70 miles north of Tucson. They claim ore outcrops along a 200 foot canyon and estimate values from five dollars to one thousand dollars per ton with $7,000,000 in sight.
The War Department orders ten new coast artillery companies to complete the artillery corps as required by congress. With three exceptions these units are composed of transfers from existing local companies. The 126th company will form at Fort Worden Washington from the 38th company at Fort Canby and will establish a permanent station at Fort Worden with barracks prepared.
Lima reports that Bolivia claims the Banto Domingo mines, owned by the American Inca Mining Co., lie on Bolivian soil. Peru's government says it will oppose the Bolivian assertion firmly, citing reliable authority.
In Cleveland tonight Tom Jenkins of Cleveland defeated John J. Rooney of Chicago in two straight falls before 4,000 spectators at Central Armory. The first fall came at nine minutes with a half Nelson and crotch hold, the second at 29 minutes by a hammer lock forcing Rooney to yield.
Lord Roberts, after distributing medals to troops, alluded to South African affairs. He said the government relied on Lord Kitchener, whose requests for men, horses and stores were met. He urged the people to be firm.
New York October reports the death of Mary Berry Nicholls an old time actress aged 77. She spent nearly six decades in the theatrical profession.
In the text a Philadelphia newspaper mockingly imitates Bulgarian brigands. The piece notes Omaha suffers from a messenger boy shortage as a related complaint and describes the supply as insufficient.
Phoenix Oct 8 Governor Murp hy appointed W F Nichols of Wilcox territorial auditor to replace G W Vickers who resigned.
The ruling allowed Forbes to claim the win following evidence of punishment or foul play impacting the outcome. The decision specifies that the victory was awarded due to actions that warranted disqualification or penalty against the opposing side.
Marquis Ito former Japanese premier arrived in St Paul Minn and will stay several days. He travels with secretary K Tsudashi assistants H Suruya and J Tokioka and physician Dr J Koyama. The party came aboard the private car Cascade of the Great Northern flyer and was escorted to the Great Northern building by company officials.
Ogden Utah October 8 Professor William Robinson a noted conductor and teacher collapsed and died of heart disease in this city. He studied under Arthur Sullivan at the Royal Academy of Music in London and served eight years as musical director for Gilbert and Sullivan operas before residing in Ogden in recent years.
Kingston reports letters from Bocas del Toro and other parts of Colombia describing outrages on British subjects including women. Appeals urge the government to send a warship for protection and to demand compensation. Over 100 refugees have arrived from Colon.
General Chaffee informs the War Department that the Philippine ports of Mahegog Cablan and Pinanangan on Leyte Island have been opened to coast trade.
In Indianapolis Indiana the municipal election produced a probable victory for the Republican ticket by pluralities estimated between 800 and 1200. The result reflects a strong GOP showing across city offices.
Robert McKee left tackle for Alma college football died suddenly in Detroit after injuries suffered in the game here Saturday. The 19th or 20th century report notes his death occurred today with the cause not detailed and consequences for the team under consideration.
The Times reports Russia plans a new railway to connect the Trans-Caspian line with the Persian province of Khorassan, signaling an expansion toward Persia.
Seattle October news reports a large Pacific coast smelting plant to be built at Darrington, with anticipated cost between 125000 and 200000 dollars, by the Pacific Smelting company.
Clarence Forbes edged Oscar Gardner by decision in the ninth round in Kansas City. Gardner was overmatched and nearly helpless before Referee Ryan stopped the bout two minutes into the ninth to save him.
A three masted British bark the Griffell caught fire at a New York dock and sank after damage. Local reports say the vessel was afloat but burned badly with efforts to extinguish the blaze continuing.
In the East river firemen and policemen entered the hold risking their lives to remove 250 cases of sunpow der cargo. The cases were hurled overboard as fast as they were passed up. Loss amounting to 156000 dollars.
A late night fire on the Peabody Coal docks at Orleans street spread to Chicago & North Western railway sheds and to Globe Lighting & Heating and Davidson Marble works. Twenty flat cars burned as five acres of coal burned. Estimated damage to Peabody yard coal tops $259000 with railway and two firms each losing about £25000. The blaze is suspected incendiary.
President Wheeler recommends George W. Shaw PhD for assistant professor of agriculture in charge of the beet sugar industry. Shaw has chaired chemistry at colleges in Washington and Oregon and now serves as chemist and agricultural expert for a Sugar company in Grand Junction Colorado.
Walter N. Dimmick former chief clerk at the United States mint faced trial in San Francisco on an indictment charging he presented a fraudulent voucher for $1 on April 7 2000 and converted the money to his own use for about a month.
Commander Uriel Bebree is ordered to Samoa to command the Alarema and assume commandant duties at Tutuila Naval Station, Tutuila Samoa. He is detached from his inspector role in the 12th lighthouse district on the Pacific coast and relieves Commander B F Tilley.
Nome cone tempt cases were continued until next Monday in San Francisco as of October 8. The brief notice states hearings are adjourned with no further details provided.
The Baltimore Herald notes a Spanish admiral’s report urging abolition of the navy if funds are appropriated for naval defenses. The article credits Dewey and Schley with completing the main task years ago.
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