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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Oct 15, 1902
Page
6
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Hon J M Evans and Hon W Y Pemberton speak at Democratic meetings in Helena on Wednesday Oct 15 and in Boulder Stevensville and Philipsburg on Oct 16 17 and 18 respectively with local gatherings planned.
The piece urges SWAYS readers to register before elections and criticizes delay. It argues many would vote if registered and warns that last minute attempts cause inconvenience to registry officers and potential ineligible registrations. Citizens are urged to attend to registration now.
Reporters note no firm conclusion today as to next steps in the coal strike. Mitchell’s stance and Morgan’s commission proposal differ on who selects the panel. Final news hinges on talks scheduled for today and a delegates convention to follow.
The text notes Republicans largely drive this year's campaign on tariff policy yet offer unclear public guidance. It claims the aim is to keep tariffs high to protect trusts while some state conventions call for tariff revision and others leave voters uncertain about party stance.
The piece argues that Rhode Island GOP leaders led by Senator Aldrich push a tariff position deflecting bold revisions. It notes the platform postpones concrete tariff changes to congressional judgment and urges voters to back the party now, with later adjustments to follow.
A political caricature by Heinze praises Governor Toole in bold terms while critics argue the piece blends satire with reverent tribute. The discussion toggles between admiration and sharp critique of Toole as a defender of liberty and a presumed political successor.
The piece lauds the coal strike for its peaceable nature amid widespread action. It cites miners’ claims of unusually low disorder and notes operators fear exaggerated reports. A Washington correspondent recounts an Indianapolis resident’s visit to anthracite fields and an incident at Wilkes-Barre.
The piece portrays Mr. Heinze a former Democrat now aligning with United Copper, staging a second Montana campaign in the eastern region. It mocks his brief control of the party machinery at Billings and Bozeman, notes his failed influence, and casts him amid broader political and labor events including references to Castro, Roosevelt, and local strikes.
An Indianapolis man reports a murder at a distant colliery. A drunk coal and iron policeman shot a union miner dead in the doorway of his home, with his wife and daughter nearby. The incident was framed as another riot in local papers.
Four Chicago chorus ladies sent a letter to a Kansas City touring group demanding an elderly chaperon for their quartet. They cited unwanted attention from St Louis rich suitors as the reason and the manager placed a cheeky advert seeking a plain featured elderwoman to accompany the group.
The piece notes excitement in Montara over a feud between United States Senator Clark and AL Heinze amid Montana political battles. It also presents a glowing portrait of Governor Joseph K Toole, praising him as an eminent defender of workers and liberty in a turbulent campaign.
Cutler returns from New York while Mrs Turner comes back from Virginia City. Hedley surveys Lakeview ranch interests and Amberg departs for Pittsburg on mining business. Mrs Pope recovers at home after a slight illness. James Costello is jailed on a breaking and entering warrant. Fred Pank settles tar paper theft with Passmere Paper through prosecutors. A 14 year old girl from 340 South Monana Street is eyed for reform school after authorities seek county help. John Henshaw faces hearing for illegal water flow. Dr J T Murray avoids penalty after health report delay.
After years of discussion a project to extend the Montana railroad from Harlowton to Lewistown moves forward with preliminary steps. The plan envisions connecting the current terminus to Lewistown, boosting regional commerce and travel access.
Ten carloads of grading equipment began work yesterday as the Montana railroad branch of the Northern Pacific advances from Lombard toward Lewis town. The 64 mile stage distance from the current terminus will shrink with the new railway, pleasing residents who have long talked of extending the line.
Mrs. Clarence Smith former Miss Reese Hughes addressed a suffragist gathering in Judie Clancy's courtroom last evening. She argued women know geography better than men and condemned male lawmakers while urging women to demand the vote.
John Kennedy, a 40 year old single miner from Cenerville, was trimming timber with an axe when it slipped striking his left foot and severing his toes. He is hospitalized at St James' and will remain until his condition allows mobility.
The qualifying rounds at the Tolan store in Anaconda produced scores as teams vie for semi final spots. Napton defeated via margins 2 1 and 4 6 8 while McNautity posted 6 4 6 8. Duraton and Neal also recorded advances with diverse scores as races at the interstate fair conclude with multiple event winners including Miss Madeline and Almoner in sprint and middle distance dashes.
A Democratic rally at Luther's hall Cascade county features Col C B Nolan of Helena and Maj Martin Maginnis of Helena as lead speakers. They arrive from the northeast and are greeted by supporters and the Black Eagle band. Judge Jere B Leslie stands as associate justice candidate with W G Conrad in attendance.
Meyers Dr J A Pairfield Hr Ewing and George Wood discussed tariff policy at Kgagth and then addressed judicial nominations. They praised Jere Bo heath and Major Magnnis spoke in his usual upbeat style. Attentive crowd showed strong interest in the candidates for senator and representative.
The Great Falls council let the First Avenue South boulevard contract to W. D. Martin as the sole bid with costs far below the estimate, awarded the year’s sidewalk work to N. Lease, and waived a $206 penalty for Seventh Avenue North delays. A sidewalk relocation request and a misconduct inquiry into Police Coombs were referred to committees while the library appropriation sought a $1 increase.
The committee recommended an additional allowance to cover moving costs and new books, which the council approved by a full vote. Alderman Murphy urged hiring one more fireman for the north side station. the fire committee will review this proposal.
Helena October 14 The attorney general has not moved to prosecute book companies violating state contracts. State Superintendent Welch has pressed for action for months. The attorney general is requesting further information and verbatim copies of all letters from the state superintendent to the book companies.
In Belgrade last night Henry Ray stabbed James Collins in the right side during a drunken quarrel but the injury was not serious. Ray and Harvey Ashcroft fought, then Collins and Ray dueled. Ray used a knife. Deputy Sheriff Wilson arrested Ashcroft and Collins. Ray escaped but was captured this morning.
Under Sheriff Mc Donald transported Peter Baer, a Fridley area rancher, to Warm Springs asylum after Baer showed prolonged odd behavior and hallucinations but no violent acts. He was not molested during the episode and authorities reported no further incidents.
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