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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Sep 30, 1900
Page
1
A stalled strike situation has settled into a pragmatic, common sense discussion among involved parties. Officials say talks will continue to seek a peaceful resolution and avoid further disruption.
Philadelphia reports show efforts to rush a settlement in the big coal miners strike remain chaotic. Foremen were questioned over power and dockage charges as owners seek a just compromise. Strikes gain traction with Markle workers abandoning arbitration and more miners idle across Hazelton area. General Gobin plans to pull a regiment home as mass meetings boost the union turnout.
President Mitchell of the United Mine Workers refuses to reveal any settlement progress while miners in the anthracite region show signs of unity. Operators reportedly consider a 10 percent wage offer but miners may reject it, keeping the strike in effect across Lehigh Valley amid rain and quiet collieries.
Frankfort Ky September 29 Judge Cantrill overruled the motion for a new trial in the James Howard case and sentenced him to be hanged December 7. Attorneys may file their bill of exceptions to the appeal to the court of appeals between now and the third week of October.
Washington reports from Shanghai say Sheng, director of railways and telegraphs, delivered a decree dated Sept 25 blaming ministers for promoting the Boxers. Prince Tuan is stripped of salary and officials as China moves to try him before the imperial court, signaling a decisive shift against reactionaries and boosting prospects for negotiations.
Howard proclaimed his innocence in a firm voice as the judge, moved to overrule a new trial motion, suspended the death sentence for 60 days to await appeal, and remanded him to the steel cage in jail.
Berlin dispatch describes Germany press attacks on President McKinley over China policy. It cites Cologne Gazette and Lokal Anzeiger contrasting U S responsibility with Chinese government culpability as discord grows.
The article argues that governments and press see clear proof China rejects peace. It notes Germany demands China surrender ringleaders before talks and suggests Waldersee decree a reward for Prince Tuan. Russian seizure of Manchuria is downplayed, with Berlin indicating no German objections to Russia gaining Northern China control.
Berlin reports outline developments as the economic committee plans October 16 meetings on minimum or maximum tariffs, agrarian pressure, stricter Prussian theater censorship, and a prospective railway test trip for Emperor William. Typhoid in the 68th regiment and child labor statistics also cited amid foreign notes on Lord Salisbury and U.S. aid to Texas sufferers.
John G. Wooley and Henry B. Metcalf wrapped up a 111 day Northwest tour with a large rally at Lincoln hall Milwaukee drawing about 1,300. They earlier spoke to 500 at Janesville station and drew cheers at Fort Atkinson and 400 at Waukesha before the train departs for Chicago.
Harrisburg Pennsylvania September 2 George U H Welchens a renowned Pennsylvania newspaper man killed himself by slashing the arteries in his arm in a personal crisis.
A Harrisburg resident, Mr. Welchons, feared pursuers after arriving two weeks ago. He used a penknife tonight in a restaurant bedroom and had been drinking heavily. Formerly he directed press at the Republican state headquarters and sat on the Republican state committee.
Governor Roosevelt speaks from the rear platform in Iola Kansas and praises General Funston while criticizing Bryan Aguinaldo shouts from the crowd. Supportive locals hail the U S flag and the nation’s honor.
The Herald reports Senator Clark arranged a Herald interview by letter and fixed a meeting in his office by telephone. He reviewed a draft, allowed editing, and later approved the quotes after discussing Daly remarks. He deemed the published version satisfactory and toned down harsher phrasing for publication.
The Silver Bow Democrats offered a fully democratic platform with honest aims and lively contests for every office. Independents held an enthusiastic convention showcasing broad support and no apathy or band concerts.
A historical ballot listing candidates: District Judge C P Connneany. Representatives E C Boom F Gilmartin K H Sherman P H Reaay T B Sullivan Bernard Noon Michael Scanlon M J O Farrell James F Finlen R S Alley Nicola Hogues H V Wiscueau. Commissioners P J McAnrtutt J H Cronin Charles Copenharve. Sheriff J D Murphy. County Treasurer Joan G Holland. County Assessor E J Laurandau. County Attorney E M Lame. Clerk and Recorder Joan Ek Moran. Clerk of the District Court R E Leonarp.
The independent Democrats in the county rally at Sutton's Theatre to nominate a democratic ticket in a businesslike convention. Delegates work through the afternoon and evening amid crowded galleries as they affirm democratic tenets, rebuke Clark, and honor Judge Lindsay for past service while noting some disappointments among hopefuls.
A Helena political convention shows sharp contests for most offices with sheriff and county attorney drawing great interest. The vote for county attorney tied, then Lamb won by one, as delegates rally behind an independent democratic party aligned with the Denver era reformers.
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