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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Sep 13, 1909
Page
20
E H Harriman honored in Arden service emphasizing humility and public spirit. Clergy praised his religiosity, kindness, and reforms while colleagues showed restrained tribute. Thousands observed privacy of burial with processions and a brief Episcopal service.
In San Francisco Bishops Nichols paid tribute to Edward H Harriman at Trinity Episcopal Church praising his railroad feats. He likened Harriman to Claudius and noted that Southern Pacific traffic halted for a minute during funeral services. Ferry steamers and ocean liners paused in homage as flags flew at half masts.
The article notes Peary and Cook and their characters and conduct as central to the piece. It emphasizes that the closely written notebooks and record books were hard to read but valuable for understanding their natures and the details they contained.
Paris authorities weigh impartial trial of Cook and Peary claims. Prince de Portlant Bonaparte proposes an international scientific tribunal to examine proofs, maps, and diaries, with a commission of explorers and polar experts to summon witnesses and cross examine.
On board the Oscar II Sept 12 Dr Frederick A Cook arrived at Christiansand where he was greeted by a salute and crowds. He spoke of Esquimaux reports of a cigar shaped balloon over Greenland and a possible Wellman expedition, noting no further evidence since.
Journal reports the aviation contests were disrupted when Vandam's craft capsized in strong wind. Vandam fell seven feet, suffering a fractured ankle and severe bruises, prompting examination of safety conditions and delays.
Captain R. F. Scott, who commanded the Discovery expedition, will begin a new Antarctic voyage next July. He aims to bring the British Empire the honor of reaching the south pole using sledge, pony and dog traction, and a motor sledge.
Beverly Massachusetts September 12 President Taft plans a sweeping itinerary through 30 states and two territories ending October 16 in El Paso with Diaz of Mexico. The trip spans 12759 miles across rail lines Mississippi river voyage and visits to Anaconda Butte Coeur dAlene Seattle Yosemite Grand Canyon and Corpus Christi with cabinet members and many senators aboard.
Mergentheim Sept 12 The annual maneuvers of the imperial army commence here tomorrow. One hundred twenty thousand men and 79000 horses will be engaged under the immediate supervision of Emperor William. The emperor’s guests include Archduke Francis Ferdinand the Kings of Wurtemberg and Saxony the grand duke of Baden Schefeket Pasha Winston Spencer Churchill and Sir Bruce Hamilton.
Washington on September 12 announces an inquiry by Postmaster General Hitchcock to determine if the $50,000,000 paid annually to railroads for carrying the mails is too much or too little for the service provided.
Dagsposten reports Dr. Cook accused of taking Captain Baumann's Fram expedition plans and route to reach the North Pole, first published in 1906, in Trondshem Norway on September 12.
Rev. Joe P. Jacobs of Kansas City, western missionary head for the Baptist Publication Society, preached on the court of God and the ransom of the soul at the First Baptist church in Butte. He likened sin to breaking divine law and Death as the high sheriff who will arrest all. He argued Christ’s atonement and the valid role of an advocate in salvation.
The Butte golf links buzzed as three tournaments set rounds. In the President's Cup 30 players entered, 10 left, Barker faced Woods, Frazer met Eller, Carr played Patterson, Holbrook against Case, Berrian vs Arthur, with rounds through the week toward a final next Sunday. Labor Day Cup saw Arthur defeat Patterson and Barker beat Case in semis, with the final to follow tomorrow. Ladies championship draw paired Mrs Barker with Miss Ella Driscoll, Opitz vs Stadler, Berrian vs Miss Margaret Driscoll, and Woods vs Miss Braly. Opitz and Braly won their early matches.
Denver reports a sudden temperature drop with one inch of snow at Longs Peak and frigid weather across the city. In Topeka the thermometer hit 97 degrees marking a record heat for September.
Ottawa asserts all territory north of the American continent to the pole as Canada's hinterlands. The claim follows a House of Commons question after Dr Cook and Commander Peary reports. Captain Brenier has formally taken possession, though now reportedly lost in the Far North.
The Atlantic fleet's 15 battleships passed the Virginia capes bound for Hampton Roads to take on coal and supplies and give officers and men a rest. Target practice damaged ships are being repaired at Norfolk navy yard while Missouri North Carolina New York Montana and scouts Birmingham Salem stayed on the drill grounds.
Beaumont Texas September 12 County Attorney Nicks of Newton County was shot and killed during a raid on a negro gambling operation near Newton. Great Falls Montana September 12 Thomas F Brady a leading Northern Montana lawyer died this forenoon from Brights disease. He held substantial landed property and ran a large irrigation enterprise in the north. his wife died several years ago and he leaves three children.
Nacy France September 12 M Sommers and his son faced a narrow escape when a radiator burst in midair wrecking the motor. The aeroplane descended swiftly but landed safely without injuries.
The Boston Globe reports Holden has four women on its school board while Attleboro Fall River Melrose Sharon Tyngsboro and Woburn each list three women on their school committees. Overall 173 school committees in the state include women.
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