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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Oct 15, 1900
Page
6
The Anaconda Standard lists subscription prices and multiple office locations. It notes daily and Sunday editions, branch offices in Butte Missoula and Great Falls, and a Washington Bureau with various newsstand points across major cities. It also mentions distribution details and a reading room in Paris for Montana visitors.
The Anaconda Standard reports a larger side paid circulation than all other Montana daily papers combined. For six months ending June 30, 1900, the average daily and Sunday circulation is 11,722.
A 19th century ticket is proposed with William J. Bryan of Nebraska as presidential candidate and Adlai E. Stevenson of Illinois as running mate. The pairing emphasizes reform era politics and Illinois ties for Stevenson.
A call urging men to register before Election Day stresses the ease and importance of registration. The piece warns of forfeiting the vote and argues for accountability for neglecting suffrage duties.
News from Houghton Michigan reports the death of Jay A Hubbel a former congressman and longtime Republican campaign chair during Garfield era. The obituary notes Hubbel and Garfield were once linked by the star route postal scandal during Garfield's presidency.
The text recounts a Garfield Hubbell letter urging large campaign contributions from star route contractors via a Post Office aide. It notes Hubbell's GOP ties, mass thefts from government, and how the letter fueled scandal aiding the Republicans' defeat in 1884.
The article recounts James Neill's refusal of Clark's money driven offer to use actors for political ends. Neill warns that dramatic arts should not mix with politics and stresses that newspapers, pulpits, and stages shape public morale. Clark faces rejection by self-respecting performers.
Dillon audience hears W A Clark warned he cannot escape the rising mood of condemnation. The Montana public will judge his senate record, with critics saying the people now hold the power to demand accountability and his political future hangs on their response.
A fragment notes that many prominent men favoring the gold standard now seem able to comprehend hopeful signs in the political times. The quotation hints at rising recognition of positive developments, though context is incomplete.
The piece argues free silver would not ruin the economy and contrasts it with McKinley’s imperial policy. It cites Moorfield Storey and others as recognizing that gold standard opponents are driven by principle, not fear of losses. It notes past currency depreciations did not ruin nations and cites Mexico and Japan as examples under silver standards.
In a clipped aside the piece notes a debate quirk about Joe K Toole and another candidate. The Clark fusion contender is accused of overlooking John R’s middle initial K for kerogene, a slip with minor political implication.
W A Clark leaves metropolitan life and travels to rural Montana districts spending his money. Under Bryan's definition he is described as an agriculturist rather than a farmer.
If Clark has truly reversed his stance and seeks no vindication, it would be proper courtesy to inform W. F. Sanders by special-delivery mail. The remark implies a shift in attitude and calls for formal notification to the specific party named.
Equipping for a renewed bid, Hanna plans a campaign push with fundraising and public benevolence. The effort centers on October activity, signaling intent to bolster support and community outreach.
A brief proclamation urges immediate action to register, stressing urgency and the current period as the accepted time. The message emphasizes personal obligation and prompt compliance with registration requirements.
A playful line suggests Clark's campaign songs may rival works by Fret Laureate Austin, or even have been written by him, highlighting literary or musical comparisons in a political context.
The text hints that a Kentucky man named Youtsey may rely on an insanity defense, suggesting legal strategy considerations without detailing the case.
With Clark's barrel on top the Montana beedlers show indifference to whether the coal strike ends or continues. Local factions express resolve as labor and industry face uncertain dynamics amid the industrial dispute.
The piece notes eastern papers remarking that the 1900 campaign finances center on W. A. Clark's influence in Montana. It suggests Clark could broaden his image by adding public appeal and spirited performances, even hinting at engaging Anna Eva Fay.
A reader laments failed Clark machine results and condemns Helena papers for biased anti Hogan rhetoric. The letter mocks Clark supporters, cites corruption charges, and claims the Helena convention showed Hogan ahead before a cited turn of events.
A list of speaking events scheduled by month with locations including Marysville Granite Philipsburg Anaconda Centerville Stockett Great Falls and dates from Friday October 19 through Tuesday October 30.
Fragmented OCR lists dates and places including Billings East Helena Garnet Nelhart Clancy with days in October. Notable entries show multiple locations and days but lack complete context or descriptions of events or activities.
Listings show C. F. Kelley in Bozeman on Tuesday October 16 Townsend on Wednesday October 17 White Sulphur Springs October 18 Belt October 24 Basin October 30 and October 31. Details are fragmented but indicate a sequence of travel and appearances across multiple towns in October.
OCR fragment lists times and dates for events in Missoula Granite Philipsburg and associated days Monday October 15 Tuesday October 16 and Wednesday October 17 with minute timing and venue hints implying a regional athletic meet.
A fragmented schedule lists C. S. Nariman and W. R. C. Stewart aes with events on Monday October 15 at Stockett and Handy Coulee, Tuesday October 16 at Great Falls, and Wednesday October WV for the week.
Robert B. Smith listed for multiple appearances on October dates across towns including Fort Benton Sheridan Virginia City Twin Bridges Whitehall Victor Corvallis Hamilton and Begbomie. The sequence shows afternoon to evening slots from Oct 16 to Oct 26 with various times and locations.
Schedule fragment shows events connected to Billings and Lewistown with dates in October. Mentions C B Nolan T Hogan F Kelley and White Sulphur with implied racing or meeting notes. No clear outcomes or venues are specified in the legible text.
The Portland Oregonian suggests Bryan should withdraw his friend W. A. Clark from circulation. The paper notes it's misinformed and claims openness to friendship, anticipating broader goodwill despite the misunderstanding.
In a reflective editorial dated October 12 1900 Thomas Lenaghan argues liberty cannot survive while national manners rot. he cites ancient Athens and Rome as lessons. He urges voters to reject bribery and support Hogan as the people’s choice against Aldridge influence in Montana.
C T Pennington of Chicago arrives to finalize plans for the 19th annual convention in Convention hall starting next Tuesday. Exhibits of electrical manufacturing and supply companies will fill twenty thousand feet of floor space making it one of the largest meetings. About 100 active street railway men will attend from across the country along with around 1,500 others. An eastern contingent led by W W Brand of New York will arrive Monday night on a special train. Street railway accountants and chief accountants will also attend.
The Inter-Collegiate Association of Amateur Athletes of America held a meeting at the Fifth Avenue hotel. Records and standard medals were awarded for events at the recent games: A Plain of California threw the 11-pound hammer 134 feet in inches, F Beck of Yale won the 16-pound shot with 44 feet 3 inches, and Alexander Grant of Pennsylvania ran the two mile in 9 minutes 51 5-3 seconds.
Louis F Corea, Nicaraguan minister in Washington, named minister to Mexico in addition to his posts in Chile and Nicaragua. He arrived in New Orleans from Nicaragua and proceeded to Mexico City to serve as representative for the Pan American Congress next October.
A letter to the U S department of agriculture from Penrith College New South Wales urges improved farm machinery. It notes few maize cutting and collecting machines exist in New South Wales and requests a sugar cane cutter for northern cane growers and Queensland. The writer cites opportunities for American manufacturers to expand abroad.
Yesterday in Butte Phil Mc Donnell and Mrs Corrigan were married at 3 pm by Rev De Siere of St Patrick's church. Bridesmaid Miss Marie White and Patri brown attended the groom. The couple dined at Gregeon Springs then planned a reception in Anaconda after brief travels to Ireland and San Francisco where Mc Donnell collected a prize.
In California under sunny skies, the wedding celebration included a prominent moment when Mr. McDonnell presented his bride with a check for $5,000, marking a key event from yesterday’s festivities.
Frank Tannehill Jr and company presented A Young Wife in melodramatic style at the Margaret theater last night. Horace Greengage Dobbins stood out in a bold role while Ethelyn Palmer gave a refined performance as the young wife and received a deserved ovation. Ernest Howard and Harold Cahill also delivered commendable turns amid strong supporting players.
Mr. Tannehill sings Everything is Lovely on the Bowery in the second act of a strongly staged farce comedy. The company promises a cordial welcome on its Anaconda visit and features many notable performers including John W. Jess John C. Leach George C. Frye Dan C. Baker John R. Gleeson Frank Hayes John C. Kenny George Braden W. B. Vorhes Eva Allen Anne Suits Bertha Gleeson Beatrice Rice Alma Bennett Piba Kenny Blanche Rose. The plot centers on Larry Mooney mistaken for British Parliament member O Donavan Dunn with comedic mishaps and a grand cakewalk finale. The Rays show A Hort Old Time will headline Oct 19 and 20 at Margaret Theater.
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