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Newspaper
Daily Inter Mountain
Location
Butte, Montana, United States of America
Date
Mar 02, 1901
Page
1
In Helena a heated session over senate bill 87 on judicial disqualifications led to shouting duels and near fights. Governor Toole opposed the bill, with five days left for a veto. lawmakers traded insults as Baker called Toole a dirty dog, prompting a formal retraction demand.
King Edward departed Cronberg at noon following a brief farewell in the room of his sister and nieces. The duchess of Sparta and princesses accompanying the royal party were noted in the fleeting stop before the king began his return journey.
Special to Inter Mountain Melena March 2 Interest rises as Dr Kellogg takes the stand denying Adeline Bromley was treated at his office claiming he treated her at her house April 13 the day after the crime. He says she used drugs like tansy pennyroyal and cottonroot and he treated her until her death. He denied advising a hasty burial and explained witnesses seen at his office were another woman. He acknowledged visiting Laura Rogers house February 10 but said it was at her invitation amid a blackmail claim. He admitted urging her not to tell but denied tears or kneeling. The cross-exam unearthed contradictions with the coroner’s inquest, as lawyers wrangle over admissibility. Also in district news Joseph K Richards of Bald Butte thieves turned state's evidence was sentenced to one year. The Boston & Montana injunction stay motion before the supreme court spawns further delay, with arguments over jurisdiction and bond.
Washington reports Commander Tilley, naval governor of Tutuila, took in a Solomon Island native aboard the United States steamer Abarenda after he fled German labor after years of hardship. The man, described as very black and mute, was loyal on deck and given rations while a plan for his future was considered.
Harvard geologist Professor N Shaler told 600 students in Sanders Theatre that if gold prices fall the world may turn to silver as a durable value token. He forecasts a massive influx of gold by mid century due to new dredging tech, risking commerce but promising a golden age of peace and prosperity.
The torpedo boat destroyer Preble was launched at Union Iron Works San Francisco, one of sixteen ordered by the government. It measures 245 feet long, 23 feet beam, 420 tons, with fireproof woodwork and eighty compartments. Engines reach 330 rpm for about 30 knots, cost set at 795000 with two 3 inch guns, five six pounders, and two 18 inch torpedo tubes.
Medee Capote, Cuban constitutional president, criticizes a Senate resolution in a World dispatch. He rejects coaling stations and foreign affairs control, insists on honoring the United States promise, and notes suppression of facts. A Sunday demonstration supports the convention’s policy amid U.S. relations tensions.
London dispatch reports heavy rains hampering Col Plummer's pursuit of Gen De Wet after February 1 9 attack at Wolkruft. De Wet crossing attempts near Marks Drift foiled as 100 pius captured, gun losses noted. De Wet escapes by night, Hertog's commando dissolves, and the main force may recross the Orange River. Northern Pacific train from Prandeco brings Meade’s brigade to Manila.
Senator Chandler read a protest from Henry R. Knapp of Helena Montana alleging Clark's Montana managers promised labor-friendly legislation in exchange for support but failed to deliver. Knapp claims Clark spent over 200000 dollars on his campaign and that the Labor Party united with Democrats in Clark's state ticket and legislative election.
Gas City Indiana reports a deadly blaze atD C Cox pottery works. One man killed John Gurran crushed under collapsing walls. Fireman injuries feared dead include Mrs Rothinghouse and John Elsroth. Owner D C Cox in serious condition. others missing. losses around ten thousand dollars.
Two fast through freights on the Southern railway collided west of Le Noir City while speeding. Four trainmen were killed, three fatally hurt and several injured. Names listed include engineer C F Madden, fireman G M Stephenson, and colored brakeman Thomas Colbert. Cause cited as a mistaken signal by others.
The Brotherhood of Tailors planned a campaign with 200000 east side workers to end the sweating system. A mass meeting was set to urge legislators to amend factory inspection laws and extend abolition to other cities. The Garment Workers Trade Council prepared to join and push similar action.
At Newark NY a hearing before Chancellor Stevens examined the application to permanently restrain America Smelting and Refining from increasing capital stock from 65 million to 16 million. Complainants led by Lindabury argued the rise is unnecessary and the Guggenheim interests lack a definite value due to secret processes. Directors' counsel Untermyer Thatcher McCarter and Corbin rebutted the objections.
Washington March 2 The House convened at 9 after a recess to consider unanimous consent bills. Bailey of Texas blocked action, causing a quorum call as Sperry urged passage of a suspension bill to bar arms opium and intoxicants in Pacific islands. Debate touched on Philippines and Manila saloons, with the session continuing beyond 11. The omnibus public building bill later passed under suspension of the rules as the day extended into Friday.
Washington March weary senate convened at 11 this morning to begin the last legislative day. Senators, red eyed and tired looking, showed the strain of the past week as older members appeared more rested than some younger colleagues. The galleries were crowded with people awaiting the Inauguration ceremonies. The senate took up and passed the general deficiency bill, the final appropriation measure of the session.
Ottawa March 2 The house of commons passed Costigan's motion by 125 to 109 to present an Address to King Edward VII asking removal of the offensive portion of the corporation oath for Catholics. Debates on the phraseology stretched from yesterday into the early morning with speakers from both sides supporting the motion.
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