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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Sep 07, 1913
Page
1
Report notes Mayoral action resulting in two dismissals and two reprimands of three police officers. The moves signal a shift in internal discipline during the May period, reflecting ongoing administrative changes within city governance and law enforcement oversight.
Mayor Duncan announced findings on police charges against Le Duc Prija and Taylor. Le Duc is dismissed though resigned. Prija gets a reprimand. Taylor receives a reprimand with strong advice. The mayor’s letter urges officers to uphold peace and condemns arrogant conduct on duty.
The fragment suggests a legislative note that a bill will pass in the first week with revisions on an agreed point or entity. Details are unclear due to incomplete text and lack of identifiable names or places.
The tariff revision bill moved from the committee of the whole with the Senate ad journing to 7 pm Monday. Passage was forecast for Monday night or Tuesday as debates continued into late hours. Democratic leaders saw others bolting on free tariff provisions but expected party unity to prevail. The measure shifted, with the countervailing duty on wood pulp removed and free leather preserved, while debates over art imports and railroad rates continued. Hartman of Boxholm was named to become U S minister to Ecuador.
Calumet Michigan September 6 military authorities anticipate a protracted copper miners strike and order wool uniforms sweaters and gloves for 500 men. The force will stay in place until danger of trouble ends, likely until the strike is settled. One arrest reported, a woman picketing.
President Wilson faced a near fatal incident in Washington as he crossed Pennsylvania Avenue against traffic rules. A policeman hurled himself before an electric car, stopping the vehicle within about ten feet, saving the president who did not realize the danger until informed by an aide.
An urgent relief appeal urges public help as Ark and Hot Springs face widespread homelessness after a disaster. Thousands are penniless and displaced, with out-of-state dependents straining local resources. A committee of city officials and citizens authorized the appeal. M A Eile was named treasurer. Two militia companies are policing the city.
Boise Idaho Sept 8 Harry Orchard self confessed murderer of former Governor Steunenberg issued a statement denying taking the initiative for his pardon He says the Idaho state penitentiary pardon application was filed by the Metropolitan Association of Wau and that he aided the church association by supplying information He would be glad to receive pardon and if released would be a model citizen.
Helena September Commissioner Kelly of the state department of agriculture issued an estimate of Montana's 1913 grain yields. Winter wheat 17,500,000 bushels, spring wheat 10,400,000, oats 30,000,000, barley 1,098,000, rye 375,000, totaling 67,423,000 bushels. Cultivated area at 2,299,000 acres, up from 1,788,000 last year, marking a marked increase over 1912.
A large Pioneer gathering dispatched a special four coach train to Stevensville from Missoula on September 6. About 400 people and families were hosted by Stevensville, marking the visit as a grand civic compliment and a memorable event for the pioneer movement.
Daily overview notes police cases and tariff bill possibly advancing tomorrow. mentions Mexican killings in attacks on Americans, thyroid talks on Jerome’s arrest, Michigan militia readiness, and Wilson’s near escape with reprimand in Butte. Stevensville director of Japanese bureau killed. Mellen announces New Ha improvements.
Tokio Sept Moriiare Abe director of the political bureau of the Japanese foreign office died today from wounds inflicted by two young men believed to be students who ambushed him outside his home as he awaited minister to China H H Juin. Surgeons failed to save him after two stab wounds.
The wedding of Wilson's second daughter, Miss Wilson, to Francis B. Sayre of New York is set for Tuesday November 3 in the White House Washington. The ceremony will be an afternoon affair with plans described as brilliant though simple. The engagement had been announced months earlier.
Nine heavy cannons and large quantities of cannon and rifle ammunition passed through here today from Cananea where the artillery was repaired for the front at Guaymas. The munitions were destined for the constitutionalists.
A Mexican individual initiates a confrontation with a gringo amidst tensions reported in the area. Federal lieutenant loans or cautions accompany the event as local authorities investigate the disturbance and seek to restore order.
Sept 6 reports say Lt Acosta of General Salazar’s Juarez command fired on U S inspectors T F Jonah and Thomas N Heifrin at the Stanton Street bridge. Acosta was shot dead after a rifle blast. American troops were moved to deter Mexicans gathering on the Juarez side. Juarez residents reported threats against Americans. bodies held in El Paso.
Island Pond Vermont September 6 Jerome Jerome says he has no intention of skipping bonds at Coaticook and will return as soon as possible to answer gambling charges. He travels toward Montreal while attorney Veret sets a possible date. Ottawa officials say Thaw's fate in Canada may take a year or two.
New Haven Conn Sept 6 New York New Haven Hartford railroad pledges to become the safest in the United States after the interstate commerce commission ends its probe into last Tuesday’s wreck. All cars will be steel by Jan 1 as rush orders push steel car construction. A new signal system will replace the old bango type. Morgan firm will remain as director of the road amid ongoing company upheaval.
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