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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Apr 29, 1902
Page
6
The Anaconda Standard notice lists publishing details and offices in Anaconda and branches in Missoula Great Falls and Washington with postal and telephonic contact options. It notes postage rates and requests inquiries at the Office Standart Block in Anaconda and Post Building in Washington for distribution and subscriptions.
In a sharp departure from party line, Representative Sibley condemned Philippine War brutality while affirming support for the conquest policy. He warned that Bible teachings and Christian upbringing should bar approval of the reported soldier brutality, calling the conduct shameful and unacceptable.
The passage recounts a Napoleonic episode where Arabs, agreeing to surrender under terms to spare their lives, faced massacre when Napoleon reportedly overruled disarmament and ordered executions. Bourienne notes the scene as an example of wartime cruelties and atrocities in conquest wars.
The secretary of war rebutted claims about harsh tactics in the Philippines, stating the U S forces conducted the war with scrupulous regard for humane rules. He emphasized careful treatment of prisoners and noncombatants with self restraint and humanity.
The article praises Captain Clark for turning down the naval representative post at King Edward's coronation. It notes his modest means, desire to avoid publicity, and preference to avoid vanity. It highlights the prudent choice favored by the American public and contrasts with others who seek costly pageantry.
The article argues against relying on battleships as the core of naval strength, urging lighter, faster ships armed with high power guns. It cites Manila Bay and Cerro Gordo style battles to support a shift in tactics and criticizes the push for 16,000 ton battleships amid ongoing Philippine war concerns.
An old Montana report praises the completed state capitol building. It notes timely completion without scandal, a plain exterior with an ornate interior, and modern conveniences. Gov Toole, the first post territorial governor, will occupy the new offices amid a Democrat populist state government.
The piece notes corn shortages and drought across Kansas Missouri Oklahoma and Nebraska triggering lean cattle herds and rising meat prices. It argues packer trust influence limits competition and keeps prices high while farmers may expand stock to meet demand. International events and figures like Knox Funston and Roosevelt are mentioned in passing with a skeptical tone.
A Vienna report claims the Kaiser has arranged payments to Emperor Francis Joseph as September plans unfold. The piece notes Francis Joseph has been blind since age four while remaining active in public life and social circles.
A collage of humorous snippets and quips from various papers including Puck and Harper's Bazaar. Jokes reference future presidents and casual conversations about engagement bets, newspaper rest, and playful exchanges among men and women across cities like Detroit and Boston.
A promotional piece praises HANAN'S custom made shoes for men and women and Connell's fast black hose at 25 cents each or three for a dollar. It touts Connell's Leader French kid gloves from Grenoble priced at 1.50 a pair, claiming quality surpasses imitations and urging readers to buy.
A collage of varied trivia notes covers commerce and transit including 400000 tarks yearly to London, 1300 visitors expected for coronation week, Amsterdam diamond cutters moving to Antwerp, and the Lutheran church dome in Warsaw. It also mentions Hebrew demographics in India, remarriage in Baroda, early post office telephones, and a radiometer finding on heat from a face at 200 feet.
The Pittsburg Chronicle Telegraph notes a surge of interest in ancient style sandals selling again this season. Florid hosiery and embroidered blossoms appear on stockings, with men’s and women’s cards featuring tiny parasols, along with bright red covers. Childrens wear shows balloon trousers and pearl-button blouses, while lightweight aluminum framed glasses and compact cases become popular for convenience and pocketability. Prices for the glasses are listed at 29 dollars.
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