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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Sep 22, 1900
Page
6
The Anaconda Standard lists publication details including prices for daily and Sunday editions, office addresses, and telephone numbers. It notes branch offices in Butte Missoula and Great Falls and provides distribution points in Chicago San Francisco Salt Lake City and Paris reading rooms.
The Anaconda Standard reports it has the largest bona fide paid circulation among Montana daily and Sunday papers, with a six month average ending June 30, 1900 of 11 722.
Prominent political paper lists William J. Bryan of Nebraska for president with Adlai E. Stevenson of Illinois for vice president. The item signals the Democratic ticket as of September 22, 1900, in a twelve page edition notice.
The piece argues republicans misframe McKinley’s policy as identical to Jefferson’s Louisiana purchase. It notes Louisiana was peaceful, with consent of residents, and full American citizenship for inhabitants, while the Philippines involved force, dubious title, and ongoing military action. It decries imperial aims, claiming laboring toward subject province rather than territorial expansion.
The piece recalls how publicans once criticized Senator Hoar for opposing McKinley imperialism calling him an old fossil and traitor to party and country. It notes he was blamed for aiding Filipino rebels and prolonging the war, with victims cited as brave soldiers.
Helena scene recounts ex Governor Toole rejecting then accepting a gubernatorial nomination amid a chaotic Montana convention. Clark fusion, labor party stance, populists, and denouncements color a tumultuous three ring political show with bickering delegates, rival pledges, and sudden reversals.
The piece portrays Massachusetts Senator Hoar as opposing imperialism while supporting McKinley, accused of aiding Aguinaldo with treasonable utterances. It notes Mark Hanna's label of Hoar as the "grand old man of the senate" and hints at post election shifts in perception.
The piece critiques Republican messaging as inconsistent, noting past praise for currency reform and denial of imperialism and trusts. It argues that Mark Hanna mirrors McKinley’s stance, implying the party treats the trust issue as a myth while reviving the money question in the campaign.
The piece argues the Republican campaign dodges imperialism and the silver question while framing the four year gold standard as secure only if McKinley is reelected. It claims Republicans obscure policies with rhetoric and pressure Montana voters to accept their stance, labeling Roosevelt’s silence on silver as strategic.
A fusion ticket named Clark and Heinze gains momentum as supporters describe it as a swift, unified ballot option. Analysts note cross endorsements and coordinated campaign messaging shaping local election discussions.
Governor Sayers states clearly he is not backing away from any commitments, insisting the public should not interpret his stance as a decline or retreat. His remarks aim to reassure national observers about ongoing plans and initiatives.
President Oliphant of the Delaware & Hudson Canal Company says the firm will not replace striking workers with outsiders, citing potential serious trouble and respect for their men. He also declines to recognize Archbishop Riordan as miners' representative, though would meet him privately.
Mir Bryan conducted a district canvass driving from Lincoln to Elmwood then Syracuse for two large assemblies before returning to Weeping Water. He spoke to Republicans in a grove about campaign questions, focusing on the army and the Philippine issue.
The note highlights how hard it is to get into Pekin and even more troublesome to leave, illustrating travel friction and potential congestion around the town.
The Standard reminds Clark Democrats they have forgotten to pose a vote of confidence in Messrs Hobeen Geiger Phillips and Mitchell.
After Toles acceptance speech, Kilgallon declares support for H. L. Frank and vows action if not chosen. He states we will have him or walk out.
A poetic line contrasts Josephs wearing diverse coats with minds shifting like chameleons, depicting variety in identity and thought. The excerpt uses vivid color imagery to imply adaptability and difference among individuals.
The Honorable Joseph K Toole remarks that unavoidable circumstances force him to make a sudden shift in stance. He signals a maneuver to adapt to the external pressures affecting his position. The quote captures a restrained, formal pivot in leadership.
Four Black men named Isiah Rollins Nathaniel Borrow George Bickham and Charles Eliott were lynched by a mob in Ponchaloula Tangipahou parish after a house robbery reported by Henry Haltfelder. A vigilance group had long planned summary action amid rising burglaries.
The report notes a crowded convention scene with sharp asides aimed at Kilgallon Toole and McKinley. It describes verbal contortions and political banter as Higgins and others react, reflecting a tense atmosphere.
Washington lists enlisted men from the 5th infantry killed September 16 at Mayitac Lugon. Names include William Fitzgerald first sergeant Evermende DeHari Laurita Jansen and others. Also listed are those killed in the 57th infantry with several names and a Manila relative or friend reference.
Boston Sept 21 a conference of men unable to vote for McKinley or Bryan abandoned fielding a ticket A M Howe of this state who was nominated for vice president in New York on Sept 5 and Thomas Caffery of Louisiana the presidential nominee formally withdrew their candidacies The move follows Cafferys declination and lack of replacements and the impracticability of organizing nationwide at this late campaign stage
Louis Jacobs age seven from San Bernardino California died aboard the Kaiser Frederick while returning from abroad. He had heart trouble and fell ill with apoplexy on the evening of the 18th, dying shortly after. The body will be brought to port and shipped west tomorrow afternoon.
Gray and blue homespun vestee suits with velvet doubl ebreasted jackets and satin lapels. Pearl buttons and round cornered coats with taped seam pants in sizes 3 to 8 years. Regular price 5 dollars now 3 dollars 50 cents. Also knee pants sweaters ties silk teck and bow ties and handsome plaid Windsor ties usually 35 cents.
An estimate for the Comptroller suggests the transfer charge on specific bequests totals 10 000 dollars. No appraiser is named for the large estate and the true value of the vast fortune left by Mr. Huntington will not be known for several months due to filing delays. Those familiar with Huntington affairs estimate the estate at about 50 million dollars.
Special Dispatch notes a fine Dillon Fair racing program with good weather and strong betting. Results list Aurora KB winning the first race over Silver Jim and Blue Bign, Decappo taking the six furlongs, Blood Row winning the quarter mile dash, and Dick prevailing in the one mile Cowboy race with Uncle John and Feetch Pirate close behind.
New York on September 21 Norman Selby known as Kid McCoy had divorce proceedings against his wife discontinued. Mrs Selby withdrew her counter charge and the order for McCoy's arrest was vacated.
Jimmy Reiily of San Francisco and Young Corbett of Denver fought ten rounds to a draw before the Colorado Athletic Association.
A discussion describes Chinese imitation skills and notes Henry A. Janvier’s mission to China to assist in brass and silver coinage plants. It mentions a micrometer caliper from a renowned United States maker as one of his tools.
New York Sept 21 The inheritance tax on C P Huntington's estate will exceed 200000 dollars. Officials say the tax assessment remains provisional amid final calculations and possible adjustments.
The article recounts how Val, a shop superintendent in Mr. Janvier's ventures, borrowed a caliper for six weeks and returned a near perfect replica missing the original stamped Cereján figures, replaced by Chinese characters. Wai proposed an exchange, which Janvier accepted.
The passage notes two monumental Chinese literary products: a dictionary consisting of 5 000 volumes and an encyclopedia spanning 22 987 volumes. These figures underscore the vast scope of traditional Chinese knowledge compilation.
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