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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Sep 03, 1908
Page
15
French fighting veterans march in a tense parade through Bic. Rioters threaten the route as the group beats back tribal mobs near the parade line. Armed guards form a barrier to protect veterans and onlookers amid shifting streets and rising tensions.
Reports from Sept 4 describe renewed Moorish assaults on the French outpost at Houdeniy near Mulat Hafd on the Algerian frontier. French forces repelled the attackers after heavy fighting that lasted into the evening, with casualties on both sides and the garrison maintaining a stubborn defense amid broader European tensions over Morocco.
Special dispatch reports completion of rail laying work with laborers now ballasting. Officials state the project can be finished within six weeks and trains will run into the new street passenger terminals by November, marking a major expansion of the Billings route.
Leadville crime tale reports Sherman W. Marri ata Evan Shereliffe found guilty of murder in the Redwldestee slaying of John Walsh, a Leadville saloon keeper. Jury verdict indicates intent to murder with possible appeal and references to related crimes and suspects in West district.
A 20 year old man named Harrison fired three shots at the London stock exchange floor causing a panic and crowd crashes. One bullet struck a broker’s floor, another hit the ceiling, and a third glanced a passerby but caused no serious injury. He was seized by attendees and taken to police, with doctors deeming him insane.
Special dispatch from Helena reports that Montana coal interests join Wyoming and Washington in an interstate wage dispute. A conference seeks a scale, with 20 000 miners affected across three states. If talks fail, Wyoming mines may strike and Montana producers could shut down.
Report from Melbourne describes a lively visit by sailors and Americans. Attendees included dignitaries and a complimentary tire meet at Plennneton with several events. A cricket match at a Muslbuniene ground saw the tea taseny team defeat the Victorian mine 6 to 5.
Honolulu, Sept. 2. The cruisers of the Pacific Fleet, commanded to test towing torpedo boats, completed the first stage of their voyage. Maryland, Pennsylvania and Tennessee docked at Lovellock, while Solace remained outside. The arrival drew many locals who welcomed the officers and crew aboard.
A Bozeman report describes a carnival coronation with 6000 attendees at Irving schoolhouse pavilion decorated in pink green and white. The queen arrived at 8:30 pm amid a royal procession as crowds and band played. Separately the War Department announced a general court martial at Fort Wayne Michigan to try officers of the Seventh Infantry including Col. Daniel Cornman over alleged misuse of government horses.
Ganev Wisconsin September 2 observers report a new comet with a long tail found by photographic methods at Yerkes and Drake University. The object, in Camelopardus, was visible throughout the night with a clearly defined tail measuring several degrees. Separately, a Methodist committee approved building a new hospital in the eastern part of town at an estimated cost near one dollar.
Stockton Sept 2 reports say five trees saved as forest fire rages near Cab aweran forentt. Fire crews battle wind and heat while trees endure damage. Officials plan to check the scene as crews work through the night amid scorching conditions and rising smoke.
In Waterville Maine a well known aeronaut from Hammondsport New York fell to his death before about 23000 hostile spectators at the Central Maine fair grounds. Mrs Jones and a child witnessed the tragedy as the man plunged from a height of three feet. The incident occurred late today with rescue efforts unsuccessful. The dying man reportedly uttered a final message before losing consciousness.
In a dramatic Idaho convention a coalition led by George W. Thompson of Nez Perce county broke the Brady led slate. The insurgent push toppled the governor nominee and adopted a new platform by a strong majority in a tense vote. key party figures from Weldon Heyburn to Thomas Hamner backed the switch as the convention moved to final nominations.
In a surprising turn, two former arch rivals ended their feud after years of competition. Key figures from both sides announced a renewed alliance at a public event, signaling a new era of cooperation and shared goals.
In New York on September 4 1900 a tense public scene unfolded as Senator Foraker and former rival Tate met on an official reviewing stand. Cheers erupted as they greeted each other and the Civil War veterans saluted. The crowd roared, voices drowned the conversation, and the moment underscored a note of bipartisan spectacle amid a city-wide parade.
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