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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Oct 31, 1913
Page
8
MIATIA forces were held in readiness and rushed to the scene at the first sign of trouble, as authorities reported feverish alerts and precautionary deployments in Trinidad amid a rumored health scare. The response focused on rapid mobilization, with no confirmed cases announced at press time.
Outbreaks among striking miners and mine guards near Aguilar prompt Adjutant General Chase to hold Colorado National Guard in camp. Troops and cavalry moved from Walsenburg to Aguilar to prevent violence as arrivals of arms continue to stream into the strike zone. In Trinidad unrest grows with a trooper on duty amid chants and threats. In Ohio, 15000 United Mine Workers vote to continue $1 monthly assessments to aid Colorado strikers.
Mrs von Claussen, accused of blackmail and threats to sue U S officials for a million dollars, was arrested on an indictment. She allegedly promised to shoot Charles Strauss, president of the water supply, in a letter from Rome. Strauss was her counsel in divorce proceedings.
A Virginia wren being studied at the University of Wisconsin by A R Cahn for its unusual captivity and appetite. The small marsh bird, found after a snowstorm near the state capitol, has demonstrated a notable ability to consume insects and small creatures, highlighting birds’ value in pest control.
News from Washington reports ongoing contest at Monterey as constitutionalist forces led by Gen Pablo Gonzales drive federal troops into the center of the city. A late message to Gen Carranza from Nogales, Sonora notes heavy casualties among federal forces, including Gen Trevino, with surrender and release of others. Communication with Monterey remains severed, while in Matamoras constitutionalists push to aid the siege, and Father Martines is expelled for alleged ties to federal sympathizers.
St Louis report states Adolphus Busch estate heirs will each receive six thousand dollars annually from the formed trust. Provisions exist for invalid brother Lars. Estate valued around eight to nine million dollars with six percent return, widow and seven children among heirs.
Ten Eskimos were rescued from a remote Hudson Bay island after ten years marooned following drift off shore. They survived on fish and seal meat, with several children born during captivity and some deaths reported, though the survivors appeared in good health.
Ureville Texas calford arillhand professor of oratory and Howard Thompson student both from Peniel university were drowned today while duck hunting on the city reservoir. They fired at the same bird and the recoil capsized their boat.
Special Dispatch from Missoula reports Judge Napton was attacked outside a Drummond building by J. J. Welch a Northern Pacific conductor living in Anaconda. Napton arrived in Missoula for a perjury case against Mrs Laura McFarlane. Welch is jailed in Drummond. The judge suffered facial injuries a discolored eye and head cuts and remains in serious condition with possible additional injuries.
Baltimore jurors acquitted Grover Rosenthal, New York actor, of violating the Mann Act. The five minute deliberation found no reasonable doubt that he transported Margaret Helbig from Philadelphia for immoral purposes. The judge instructed the jury on the act as construed.
Boston woman Maud Young Dan confessed to arranging pretended marriages between white girls and Chinese men and forged marriages by stock ceremonies. She had taken five girls from one New England city to another and married them to Chinese men, earning an indeterminate term in the Woman's prison at Sherburn.
The body of Var neck Dugan, exhumed for reinterment in another cemetery, was found petrified with an estimated weight over 600 pounds. The clothes were al
Fragmentary text suggests an attack on Tammany Hall involving a former mayor and associates. Specific names and details are unclear due to damaged OCR.
Enthusiasm for the fusion municipal ticket led by John Purroy Mitchel surged at a Madison Square Garden meeting. Former Mayor Seth Low and Charles F Murphy faced questions as Sulzer and Hennessy graft charges dominated, with McCall distancing from a fusion victory and addressing named opponents. Continued on Page Three.
In Trinidad a strong ticket faces fear of splits as Montery and Napton of Missoula are mentioned with assaults. The head of a lumber company is kned and urged to give up union cards amid rising ethnic tensions. The item hints at broader labor and political pressures affecting markets and communities.
Special Dispatch reports train number four struck the auto driven by Wesley E Wells and Willard W Burns near Whitefin yards at 2 49. Wells died of skull fracture after arrival at 4 90 while Burns survived with recovery prospects. Wells a top lumber executive, survived by wife and two sons.
Independence California October The Natural Soda Products company sues the city of Los Angeles in superior court seeking an injunction to stop water from Owens River entering the Los Angeles aqueduct If granted the suit could block water supply for the city and affect a soda plant near a major lake considered one of the world’s largest soda deposits
Vera Cruz Oct 3 Gen Felix Dias aboard the battleship Louisiana spends much time at the piano while debating Mexican politics and his alleged misfortune in ventures. He asserts loyalty to the current Mexican government and questions his fate, denying any rebellion.
A man named Daniel Millie, who had lived a reclusive life on a farm near Ut, was found dead from starvation today after his wife left him. He owned a large herd of livestock and had a substantial bank balance, with 22 vases noted in his belongings.
In Palumet Michigan October, the Copper Country Commercial club plans to announce a plan to rehire striking miners who quit the Western Federation of Miners and return to work. Those rejoining must renounce union ties and avoid violence during the strike. A prior wage and force importation concession was reportedly granted, while 75 percent of Finnish strikers reportedly voted to resume work, a claim disputed by strike leaders. The Allouez and Mohawie groups face injunction-related charges and delayed court appearances.
Charles I Warriner former treasurer of the Big Four Railroad com was released from prison after serving four years in Cincinnati where he had been sentenced to six years for embezzling 4200 of the railroad funds. He confessed to manipulating his books over many years and his term was shortened for good behavior.
A man in Boston was jailed for breaking a $50 window in a bid to earn three cents for a plate of beans, claiming he counted only 42 baked beans. He received two months in the house of correction as punishment.
General Huerta electors show a strong lead in early vote totals reported Sunday as ballots from a broad area indicate potential victory. The counts reflect electors backing Huerta amid ongoing summer returns and regional tallies.
Officials report General Huerta and General Blanquet ahead in Mexico’s election with returns showing little chance for any rival to threaten their ticket. Washington’s next move remains awaited as foreign residents and locals watch in suspense amid questions about U.S. policy.
Americans rush to flee as storage facilities overtaxed and many households abandon belongings. Mexican debate centers on election legality and succession under Huerta and Blanquet, with ministers arguing over possible void votes and constitutional limits. Attorneys contest the minister’s view, warning Blanquet could inherit a six year term starting from 1910 Port Dior.
Minneapolis Oct 30 police and detectives battled University of Minnesota students and sympathizers who charged the theater front during a celebration for the Varsity football team. Keeper Clarence Windmiller was knocked unconscious and several students were beaten as officers used force to restore order.
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