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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Sep 22, 1913
Page
9
Ambiguous statement from Mexican president Huerta is interpreted as ruling out a three year term for enlistments. Ary Garmkison comments that the move may be the solution to the political stalemate.
Washington dispatches report President Huerta declines to back a presidential hopeful, emphasizes neutrality while pledging to use the army to keep order if needed. Officials interpret his remarks as an attempt to appear impartial and avoid appearing to influence the vote.
The standard reports on opening day fat categories with notes on Huerta and self eliminations, short term army enlistment favored, woolgrowers moving, a tramps misdeed to a conductor, Pope Pius and church attendance by Anaconda clansmen, plus state wide ads and reviews. Wilson gains support among people, suffragists meet, Glasgow chaos looms in Heinze Adams case, and Christic program themes mix with sports and church events.
New York reports Hans Schmidt was examined by Dr. Gustave Scholer at Washington Heights hospital after allegedly planning murders and operating a counterfeiting scheme. The alienist said not prepared to call Schmidt insane yet and will continue evaluation, noting Schmidt’s claim of serving humanity and his defiant stance on public opinion.
Albany reports that Governor Sulzer and his wife would testify if objections from attorneys are overruled. The heated debate centers on witness testimony and legal strategy as the impeachment case advances. A separate note states a forest fire near Carson is under control after 34 hours, with settlers returning home.
Great Falls Sept 21. Influx of homesteaders and land seekers drives Montana woolgrowers to relocate. J B, a leading sheep owner, plans to move 43 000 head from Sheridan Valley and the Fort Peck reservation, while 4000 head head for Chicago from Gilman this week. Over 600 more shipped today. J D O Donnell buys yearling wethers near Billings to run on his ranch. Authorities foresee over 100000 sheep sent east this year.
In Concord New Hampshire September reports say eleven lawyers are on Harry Thaw’s payroll with more expected to join. The main argument for Thaw’s defense is slated to be presented by Judge W. N. Chase of Concord as authorities seek to secure asylum for him.
In Limon Colorado Samuel E Marts a Chicago Rock Island and Pacific railroad conductor was shot and killed after a tramp robbed brakeman Reed of a gold watch $1 in coins and a $100 way check. The fugitive fled as deputies searched the prairie and tree where Marts fell.
Copper miners at Calumet Michigan held a mass meeting after Circuit Judge O Brien granted an injunction banning picketing and parading during work periods. Strikers were urged to continue the fight and avoid interference with workers.
A garbled tribute appears to honor the mayor amid a long vigil of lines and prayers. The fragment notes an ongoing remembrance that reflects public esteem and city concern for leadership.
Thousands of mourners, including women and children on crutches, pass the bier in New York City Hall rotunda as Mayor Gaynor lies in state. Police and fire crews guard the coffin, draped with flags, while mourners recall his public service and relations with the city. The public service is set for Trinity Church at 8 o'clock tomorrow.
Three parties the democratic progressive and republican plan primaries tomorrow to pick state officers legislators and county officials for the November 4 election. Democratic nominee for governor is Lieut Gov David I Walsh a progressive candidate is Charles S Bird and no opposition noted. Republican nominees are Col Everett C Benton and Congressman Augustus P Gardner with no opposition.
Philadelphia detectives claim Jacob Wolfsohn confessed to strangling Anna Catherine Schumacher at Holy Sepulchre cemetery in Rochester on August 7, 1909. He described luring her after a flower visit, then choking and burying the body in the cemetery woods. He reportedly fled to New York, married Ida Berman, obtained a divorce, and later attempted suicide in his Philadelphia jail cell.
Police guarded St Viviena's Catholic Cathedral after a letter claimed an attempt to blow up the church. The writer said he aimed to use dynamite to destroy the building and hinted at targeting the Los Angeles Times building, citing a past Times blast.
Helena September 21 crowds flock to the thirteenth annual state fair opening tomorrow and running to Saturday. The event features broader representation, higher quality entries, and costly amusements including a Wright biplane flight and Katharine Stinson. Special trains from Northern Pacific and Great Northern will move visitors. Sanders Monument dedication and governor events planned.
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