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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 1900
Page
6
The Anaconda Standard Publishing Company details publication frequency, postal matter classification, and subscription rates. It lists main offices in Anaconda and branch offices in Butte Missoula and Great Falls with advertising rates on request.
The Anaconda Standard records a larger bona fide paid circulation than all other Montana dailies and Sundays combined for the six months ending June 20 1900, with an average of 11 722.
The article accuses W A Clark and his agents of running fraudulent voters in Silver Bow county Montana. It claims Clark brings in criminals to influence registration and votes, warning that vigilant efforts must block these imprudent tactics and protect an honest count.
The piece analyzes Mark Hanna's political tactics during the 1904 campaign, noting his influence at headquarters and on Democratic fears. It suggests Hanna may seek the presidency if McKinley wins re election, and cites public satire on his potential ambitions and methods.
The Miner backs Hogan over Toole and Folsom, claiming Toole is a corporation lawyer with weak labor ties while praising Hogan as the sole true labor ally. The piece argues the Miner’s testimony shifts voter support to Hogan, portraying him as the principled choice in a three way race.
The text suggests Democrats fear Hanna’s continued stump speaking as he tours the country. It argues his rhetoric could harm Bryan on the stump, while at Republican headquarters he could cause mischief against Bryan.
The text contrasts past vilification of Marcus Daly by Clark's supporters with new praise from the same camp. It notes earlier accusations of tyranny against Daly and the Standard Oil and Anaconda companies, plus a controversial New York Herald interview. The piece references a senate committee clearing Daly of conspiracy.
The piece lampoons W. A. Clark and Marcus Daly with blunt language about dirty tactics, misused registration, and saloon politics. It frames Clark’s helpers as inept performers while noting Roosevelt’s temper and continued legal battles amid a partisan clash over Montana’s campaign.
The report notes Woolley will address the crowd following a remark about the good bishop having swallowed McKinley, with mention of table-wine and associated proceedings.
A Montana scheme to build a Great Falls to Billings railroad resurfaces with a proposed 4 million dollar incorporation in the state. James Haven and executives from New York are named as incorporators and directors, with plans to issue bonds and use local electricity and water power for the line, following the Burlington route via Judith Gap.
The Mail and Express reports a four way struggle among Union Pacific Southern Pacific Northern Pacific and Great Northern to gain full control of the Pacific Mail Steamship Company. Southern Pacific has been a heavy buyer of stock to strengthen its hold.
In a secret AP report the Peruvian senate approved an extradition treaty with the United States with a minor change setting a $200 minimum for extradition. The government will appoint Charles J. Estanos as Peruvian consul in New York, a former Peruvian consul in San Francisco.
In Maryland and Vienna William Jennings Bryan argued against private monopoly and taxation without representation. He contrasted McKinley and Cleveland on monetary policy and warned Democrats about blurring free coinage lines. He urged civic voice in government while detailing fiscal fairness and representation for Filipino governance.
E H Harriman head of the Harriman railway conglomerate arrived in Chicago to confer with Kansas City Southern and Alton leaders on future management and a traffic agreement among Western roads. Rumors link consolidation with Illinois Central Union Pacific and others, though KC Southern owners oppose losing road earnings by unification. Harriman reportedly met western road presidents to discuss rates and traffic organization.
Independent Democratic Thomas S. Hozan and C. F. Kelley receive appointments in Centerville and Great Falls with dates listed in late October. Nethart details show Tuesday October 30 and weekend dates October 27 and 29.
Dawson residents react to an order abolishing crown claims with future relocation for abandoned claims. Gold has been found on a high river bench near Moosehide Creek, four miles below Dawson, where a pan yielded 75 cents from nine feet. Water for mining must be pumped from the Yukon River. An American telegraph line from St Michaels to Fort Gibbon is expected about November first.
The brief item lists events or participants named Clancy and Butte e Pee spanning Wednesday October 31 through Saturday November 3.
Two African American men named Janes Grier and James Calloway were reportedly lynched by white farmers near Liberty Hill in Macon county on October 4. Details remain scarce as authorities investigate the killings.
Fragmented text shows several October dates and place names like Livingston Billings Anaconda Philipsburg and Granite. Unable to determine a coherent event or story from the stray lines.
Report notes President Roosevelt in his own state encountering opposition as he faced the enemy's country yesterday.
The remark notes Joe Toole is not suffering from overconfidence despite his ailment.
Early week timetable lists Robert B Smith Victor with Thursday Oct 25 afternoon in Corvallis and Stevensville and Oct 25 evening in Deer Lodge. Additional entries show Frenchtown Livingston and SUELO on Oct 27 28 and a November sequence including Anaconda Bozeman with vague days.
Independent Democrats attack Clark on his kerosene scarecrow plan, arguing it misleads voters and undermines public safety. The stump line centers on resource use and energy policy as election day approaches.
The Clark group shows no interest in white metal, focusing solely on the bright yellow and long green. They invest their time and energy in those colors and the associated assets.
Only Bryan Roosevelt and Opper remain central to the national race as the campaign focus narrows. Supporters track appearances and stances as rivals fade from the field.
Later on Clark's registration staffers will register at the Deer Lodge penitentiary, according to the brief report on upcoming administrative steps.
In the wind-up, Mr. Clark will return to show business briefly to appear as Humpty Dumpty sitting on a wall in the finale.
The readable lines show Meyers and Alex J McGowan at Bhelby Junction with events on Thursday October 25 Friday October 36 and Saturday October 27. The fragmentary entry references Chateau and Dupuyer with partial dates.
Wednesday October 31 Basin at Missoula with CC F Kelley. Saturday November.
The original Clark man has been identified as W. A. Clark, confirming the authentic discoverer.
A terse note from Butte residents states they are willing to be put in the bunghole of Clark's barrel, signaling a stubborn protest or dramatic stunt with local implications.
Obituary for Alex J. McGowan with reference to T. S. Hogan dated Wednesday October 31.
The text notes The Honorable Joseph K Toole pursuing notable activity in running and public duties. It also references Bishop Fowler of the Methodist Episcopal Church in a related context, indicating ongoing church leadership matters and associated community involvement.
Walter S Hartman reports Townsend teens travel Friday to White Sulphur Springs for a weekend event. The schedule includes games and activities with local youths preparing for regional contests.
Catalog note lists plaid back wool homespun pedestrian skirts with deep stitched bands and lay seams for any length. Also offers 26 inch twisted taffeta silk umbrellas in fast black steel red Varagon frame ebony Congo handles and silver mounts. Regular prices: skirts ten dollars umbrellas three dollars.
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