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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Sep 04, 1908
Page
3
The Anaconda Standard notice lists publication prices and frequency, plus a sprawling distribution map with numerous city newsstands and offices. It notes main offices in Anaconda Montana, branch ads in New York Chicago Minneapolis Seattle Portland and other locations.
A letter purporting to be from British minister Charles F. Murchison advised a British stance on U S presidential candidates, triggering a political storm. The British diplomat, suspected of involvement, left Washington as Democrats and Republicans debated the letter’s influence and Irish American alignments.
A fragment from a 1909 era piece accuses President Roosevelt of pressuring federal officials, including Merritt the customs collector for Niagara Falls, to influence party politics. The column discusses alleged telegraphed orders to back Hughes for New York governor and questions the leverage of federal appointees in promotion of Roosevelt's allies.
Turbulent political battles swirl around the Niagara congressional district as Wadsworth and Merritt clash, with Roosevelt's influence seen in attempts to reshuffle support. A long sequence of scandals involving Earl and his wife creates a national controversy, drawing attention to personal and political strife within the era's elite circles.
An 1890s media landscape described as Bryan lingers in rival press, with New York World backing aggressive coverage and the New York Herald pushing counter narratives. The piece notes shifts in tone and strategy as Hearst and Pulitzer influence circulation, shaping public perception of Bryan.
A Washington officer, Lieut Russell Hoznard of the Seventh Infantry, faces removal after a history of alleged misconduct. Chronology traces rearms from 9 to lieutenant within Washington volunteers to cavalry in Manila, with notable actions including capture of deserter Arthur Howard tied to Gen Lawton. Court martial actions span absence without leave and forgery charges, ending with acquittal and ongoing proceedings.
Fragmentary notes describe a figure in hospital care after a trial halted by Washington orders. It mentions a general hospital in San Francisco and later Washington for exam, with unclear outcomes. The text threads through political commentary on governors, party strife, and military life, ending with references to Taft Foraker reconciliation and unrest in New York politics.
A big musical production by Charles A Selon titled The Cat and the Fiddle opens at Brenaway Sept 7. It features a vivid scenic setting and songs that showcase the cast including Miss Jonnie Elligre as Polly and Sellen as the comedian.
Alexander P. Stewart, formerly lieutenant general in the Confederate Army, was buried Sunday at Bellefontaine Cemetery near St Louis after a military funeral conducted by the United Confederate Veterans. The service took place in Biloxi, Mississippi, where he settled, with ceremonies attended by his son A C Stewart.
In New York a police court heard claims by a man named Infleistial Name alleging he is the son of late corporation lawyer Emory Storrs. The defendant, 19 at the time, said poverty drove him into crime after running away four years ago. he faced burglary charges as the case proceeded.
Democratic candidate William Jennings Bryan toured a St. Louis rally listening to his own recorded remarks on tariff bank guaranty and trust reforms. He denounced Republican figures for ties to reform failure, urged action on trusts, and noted the audience heard his voice played back in a shop window. He blamed the party’s leadership for corrupt alignment and called for genuine reform.
A fragment describes Buffalo Bill's Wild West show presenting broncho busting and a display by renowned cowboys. It notes the danger, the authentic reproduction claims, and the attraction of the spectacle for audiences, with details on riding style and the risks involved.
Superior in strength and fineness of flavor to other extracts. Ladies of refined taste prefer them for delicate natural flavors in cakes puddings and table delicacies. Pleasant to use and highly regarded by shoppers seeking quality flavorings in today’s kitchens.
Mrs Orin Godfrey wife of a Coloradi Springs banker arrived in town for hydrophobia treatment after a bite from a pet terrier. Another Chicago resident with a similar bite from the same dog is under care, and Dr Lagoria examined the brain, finding rabies viruses alive.
Today in Fort Worth during the National Farmers meeting the special committee discussed proposed minimum cotton prices for the season. Expect later that farmers may withhold cotton until prices meet the agreed level.
Frugal, long time figure in St Louis financial affairs, Bepi I-Judsan M Thompson, aged about seven, died at his son’s home in Gehan Iuat. He lived frugally and favored purchasing clothing only when necessary, keeping expenditures low and swearing to curb expenses.
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