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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Sep 10, 1901
Page
2
The piece reports worldwide sympathy for McKinley and strong condemnation of anarchism. It notes US Russia relations, Monro doctrine tensions, and calls for deterrent punishment. Secretary Root aims to restrain sensationalism, while Emma Goldman faces possible arrest as police seek suspects connected to the attack.
Berlin expresses sympathy for President McKinley as news of the assassination attempt spreads. Messages from Count von Ballestrum, vice president of the Reichstag, and comments by Dr. Dickie of the American church convey hopes for the president’s recovery and show broad international concern.
At a Central Federal gathering in New York on September 9 delegates faced a clash over resolutions condemning the attempt on President McKinley. After a heated moment the show of hands yielded to more than two thirds voting in favor of the resolutions.
Trade unions in Boston met to express sorrow over the Friday Buffalo attempt on President McKinley. Speakers denounced lawlessness and urged sympathy for the president during the meetings held last night.
The passage reiterates that no form of industrial or social reform can be achieved through the murder of innocent people or any violence. It underscores a firm stance against violence as a means to social change.
The Cook county democracy voted to skip the Pan-American voyage saying it would be indelicate for a political club to parade in Buffalo while President McKinley was in distress nearby. It adopted resolutions expressing regret at the attempted assassination and hoping for the president’s recovery.
The Courier notes global sympathy after the attempted assassination of President McKinley in Buffalo. It argues his policy has kept America at peace and expresses hope for his recovery while extending condolences to the American people.
John Redmond the Irish leader cabled Vice President Roosevelt expressing deepest sympathy on behalf of the nationalist party in a message dated September.
In Hamilton Bermuda prayers for the recovery of President McKinley were offered in local churches yesterday. The brief service reflected wartime unity and concern for the U S leader.
New York reports a cabinet and Buffalo police belief in a conspiracy involving Czolgrosz and others aiming to kill President McKinley. Emma Goldman is named as a possible prime mover seen in Buffalo, with authorities seeking her arrest under an assumed name.
London editorials praise President McKinley progress and debate US stance on anti anarchist action. Papers question Roosevelt temperament and compare to Kaiser while discussing risks of public life exposure and continental calls for stricter measures amid shared liberal principles.
William J. Bryan telegraphed the Times declaring there is no room for assassins and that free governments may fall but cannot be reformed by murder. He asserts that a government’s wrongs are remedied by laws and that power lies with the people.
Buffalo reports that Czolgosz has not made additional confessions and remains adamant that he alone devised and carried out the crime. He admits attending meetings with Emma Goldman and fellow anarchists but denies involvement of others in his plan. Police say his condition shows no significant change and note his clever avoidance of damaging admissions.
Portland historian notes Abraham Isaak once lived in Portland and published the Firebrand with Abner Pope and Henry Addis. They fled to Sellwood after delays in an 1890s indictment for objectionable postal matter. Pope served six months. Addis stayed in Portland. Isaak moved on to San Francisco and then Chicago.
A Buffalo-telegraph report details tight security for Vice President Roosevelt. Secret service agents shadow his movements from Ansley Wilcox’s residence to church, the Buffalo Club, and the Milburn house, with officers close at hand during his stopovers and carriage departures.
Nine anarchists were brought before Magistrate Principal in Chicago as the city attorney postponed the hearing to September 18 to allow further investigation of a conspiracy to murder the president. Several inmates admit knowing Czolgosz and police pursue links to his July visit. The six men are held without bail while the three women stand in bonds of $3,000.
Cabinet officials deny requests for Emma Goldman’s apprehension amid sensational reports in Buffalo on September 9. A cabinet officer says most accounts are manufactured. no federal statute covers assault on the president, and the recent crime is a local offense against a private citizen under state law.
The Chicago police chief provides a description of Emma Goldman estimated between 35 and 80 years old, about 5 feet 2 or 3 inches, light complexion, slim features, weight around 140 pounds, heavy hair, Roman nose, Jewish features, full lips, dressy style, and wearing spectacles.
Police report archists avoided public venues and special detectives watched former gathering spots. Owners warned not to rent halls to anarchists, with Paterson enforcing license revocation for saloon keepers hosting such meetings. Authorities refuse licenses to those friendly with red flag followers.
Police and federal agents, led by Captain Thomas Porter, search for Emma Goldman over two days. Detectives trace her movements across cities while linking anarchists to a plot against the president. authorities say Goldman is nearby and will be arrested soon.
Antonio Maggio, the musician and alleged anarchist who allegedly predicted President McKinley’s assassination before October 1991, was arrested at Santa Rita, New Mexico, by U S Marshal Foraker on Washington instructions. He had been performing in a Santa Rita saloon and frequently predicted the president’s death before October 1. He also claimed Emperor William of Germany would be the next ruler assassinated.
John Scherwood of Alpena Michigan recalls Leon Czolgosz once worked in a cedar camp near South Branch on Thunder Bay river under the alias Fritz Nieman. He described him as a radical anarchist who predicted the government would fall and the president would be killed within years. He warned fellow workers that action was near.
Chief of Police Corner reports to the Associated Press on the president's assailant Czolosz describing him as taciturn and mentally irregular. He notes Czolosz received 870 from family for a farm equity, planned to leave the city, Leon awaits 50 from a sale, and denies a 45 payment from Newbury anarchists to travel to Chicago. He suggests a local anarchist ring may be connected with Chicago comrades.
State organization reports ongoing talks with Cleveland branch officers resulting in Nieman's expulsion. He is described as a renegade and his act as dastardly and cowardly.
In Chicago on September 9 Senator William E Mason denounced education that advocates killing leaders. He argued for treason laws to punish teachers who promote assassination and warned of the danger of such instruction to youth and society.
Rome reports the pope plans joint action with Christian powers against anarchism and will publish an encyclical next month. In Cleveland Leon Cadlgosz was expelled from the Forest City castle of the Knights of the Golden Eagle for past membership under an alias and fraudulent benefits.
Detectives believe Emma Goldman may be in Ontario Canada amid arrests of Carl Nold and Harry Gordon in Pittsburgh. Police seized letters and anarchist literature, unconnected to the crime of Czolgosz, while Buffalo authorities hold the two men for further instructions.
Henry Watterson spoke at a Louisville mass meeting in support of President McKinley. He called for a pure public spirit and deeper government philosophy, insisting government exists for justice and public order, and urged all present to be McKinley men while praying for the president's life.
The New York Merchants Association adopted resolutions condemning anarchist methods and deploring the assault on President McKinley. They urged enactment of stricter laws to curb radical violence and protect public figures.
A passage notes that authorities will take escuminary measures against individuals expressing anarchistic sentiments to curb subversive activity. The text implies official actions targeting political agitation.
Buffalo officials report minimal new admissions from Czolgocz as detectives press for accomplice details. He repeats his denial and recounts the Friday events. outside investigators and secret service partners broaden the plot theory while authorities warn of further questioning. Local police disclose about 20 avowed anarchists in Buffalo.
Report notes the president is alive but given no information since confinement. He has not inquired about the fate of his victim, nor has any plan for arraignment been considered by District Attorney Denney.
Washington reports that Charles F. Cortright, a mail carrier between Homer and Spa ford in New York, had his contract canceled after stating he was glad the president was shot. Four Homer citizens' affidavits supported the remark leading to the action by Postmaster General Shattenberger.
Thomas Ryan a farmer near Guthrie Oklahoma narrowly escaped mob violence after declaring he was glad President McKinley had been shot. His age spared him as the crowd denounced the remark and mob action was averted.
In Washington on September 9 officials discussed honoring the colored Parker whose prompt action possibly saved the president. The assailant said the blow from Parker stopped his second shot. Authorities seek Parker's full name and history.
The Glenny residence beside the Milburn house was placed at the disposal of Secretary Cortelyou and cabinet members for their use. It has not been closed as reported. Cortelyou moved part of the White House staff into the residence to secure greater quiet in the Milburn house.
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