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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1908
Page
3
The Anaconda Standard publishes daily and Sunday editions with annual and monthly subscription rates. It lists main and branch offices in Anaconda Butte and other cities, with advertising and mailing details and contact information for editorial and business offices.
A fragmented list shows speaking engagements in multiple cities across Montana in October and October-like dates. Locations include Butte Helena Great Falls Deer Lodge Billings Lewistown Missoula Helena Bozeman Dillon Fort Timah Glasgow Miles City Glendive Red Lodge and others with dates ranging from Oct 2 to Oct 39 and various misspellings.
In Montana the presidential race tightens as Bryan gains Democratic support and Taft angles for advantage. Early doubt shifts as many Democrats rally to Bryan, boosting the state’s electoral vote outlook and altering the contest dynamics.
A New York Herald Tribune cartoon mocks campaign messaging by showing figures such as Roosevelt Harriman Cannon Bryan and Longworth among others. It questions President Taft's son in law Taw and cites a controversial quote attributed to Hurlow, noting weak denials from Longworth and the opposing side.
A clipped editorial kritique discusses Taft facing labor opposition and a starved support base as his whirlwind tour struggles to sway voters. It notes editorials and campaigns warning of business disaster if Bryan wins, while expressing weary skepticism about partisan rhetoric and national temperament.
Reports from across Montana say the campaign favors Thomas D. Tannen, the Democratic candidate, while trouble rises for Mr Ney. The piece notes that a Democratic House is crucial whether Taft or Bryan wins, with Pray opposing Cannon and Long seen as key to defeating the speaker.
The piece discusses Senator Foraker's sudden withdrawal and the uneasy mood in the Republican camp. It notes doubts about Ohio aligning with Taft, speculates on Hearst's campaign impact, and suggests Hearst’s influence may backfire, aiding Bryan instead.
A lengthy Butte audience heard Hisgen advocate for the presidency arguing against Bryan Tart and others. He emphasized grievances against a rival business, but offered no clear reason to elect him. The event touched on voting registration and broader political tensions amid wartime talk.
The St Paul road’s completion into Butte spurs a rise in visitors from eastern and central Montana. Lewistown and Fergus county merchants expect benefits as hotel registers fill with travelers from Lewistown Miles City Roundup and other towns. The new line lures residents to explore Butte’s resources while jobbers seek a bigger piece of trade. A fish car program from the Bureau of Fisheries distributes millions of young fish to Montana streams, including tass and chubs, from a government hatchery in Iowa with plans to expand along the Great Northern and other routes. Madison County fish stocking adds silver lake trout to Madison Valley waters, with fry now about 13 inches. Collegian and Princeton overcoats on sale at Woln’s for 24.78.
The Family Theater presents Lukens trained bears led by Je. Batrice a former Ringling animal queen. The act features a barred circle, child friendly Teddy Bears dance, and top billing alongside Douglas A. Flint’s company and The Mixers. Johnny Fields Jr and Brown and Hodges also perform in a lively program with Adler club jugglers. Tickets range from $1 to $1.40 at 13 West Park.
Lewistown Ontario Thomas Kane pleaded guilty in district court to a Kendall store burglary and drew 18 months in the penitentiary. Tark Patterson, arrested for burglary near Moors and who escaped from the jail, also pleaded guilty and was sentenced to one year and a half.
After a brief session yesterday before noon Titdeo Hunt’s case was adjourned for one day in the United States court and then rescheduled to Monday. The matter regarding Mark W. Woods connected to the St. Paul railroad recall remains unresolved.
The Harriet Ferrell suit against the street railway company was argued on a motion to remand to state court and awaits the judge’s ruling after deliberation.
Denver dispatch reports William Jennings Bryan visiting the city for several hours amid a threatening storm. Crowds filled the streets as he spoke at the Auditorium, criticizing Republican policies and urging transparency. He warned of trusts, debt, and secrecy, calling for light on the labor and Philippine questions and for protections for depositors’ savings.
Chicago Oct 18 State Attorney Healey said no action would be taken against Colonel William F Tucker in courts while he is in a government hospital at Hot Springs with a critical condition Mrs Tucker had withdrawn the charge of wires abandonment to clear the way for grand jury indictment and extradition proceedings but now agrees with Healey that this is not the time for indictment.
Special dispatch reports Halena date October 16. John Johnson, arrested near Belt on suspicion in Hans Peterson's death, is cleared by the coroner's jury. Peterson's body was found nearby after both men were drinking. Johnson left town early the next morning. Items valued at 100 dollars found in Peterson's overcoat and grip, which Johnson supposedly took, were recovered from a hotel nearby.
United States Senator Dixon will visit Montana next Friday and hold a weather from arrival day to end of campaign season for the Republicans. Announcement made by the Republican State Committee.
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