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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1915
Page
1
A flood in Erie caused unspecified damage with financial losses noted in dollars. The report highlights that the total amount of damage remains undetermined and correlated to flooding effects on property and infrastructure.
A cloudburst and flood in Erie Pennsylvania caused five foot water in business streets and second story flooding in homes. The city suffered widespread destruction including the Erie Electric plant and daily papers silenced. At least 25 people died or are missing with 2,000 homeless as rescue work continues and communications collapse. Assistant fire chief James Buernon and four firefighters are among the missing. Jarecki Manufacturing and many homes along Ninth Street were destroyed.
Heavy rains caused widespread flooding across Meadville Meadville and other Crawford County towns including Cambridge Springs and Godranton. Streets and business districts suffered serious damage as Canada wide gale continued over Lake Ontario.
Great Britain answers U S protest on council order. Mexican raid kills an American. Water bond plans debated. Erie flood claims lives in Pa. Sports and dredge affair fallout. Butte playgrounds feature and questions answered. Judiciary meeting and auto for commissioners. Newsboys plea and Denver contempt judge. Mining and classified ads. Cartoon and conference program notes.
Special Dispatch from Helena notes 282 accidents among 25 000 covered workers in July under three plans. Plan 1 saw 173 accidents with 3 fatal outcomes including 2 mine deaths and 2 electrocutions. Plan 2 recorded 75 accidents with 1 amputation. Plan 3 reported 12 accidents with 2 amputations. Board says companies comply, most injuries minor, payments begin after two weeks.
Berlin dated report from Overseas News Agency quoting an Athens dispatch that a German submarine torpedoed the British transport Ameuron and most of its crew were drowned. San Francisco telegraph item notes Pacific Mail Service will end operations November 2 shrinking foreign trade by the largest American fleet in such commerce.
London reports stubborn Russian resistance slows Austro German forces. German moves threaten Warsaw region with extended bridgeheads. Austrians claim gains west of Ivangorod and near Leezna. British fronts see disputed fighting in Artois, Argonne, Alsace while Gallipoli crest taken by Australians and New Zealanders.
Brownsville Texas August 3 Mexican raiders surrounded north of Brownsville today by United States cavalrymen and posses escaped after a clash in which Private McGuire of the Twelfth cavalry was killed and Privates Curtis and Clapsaddle wounded. Two Mexicans believed killed and two captured as martial law spreads through the border region. County officers identify two escapees as refugees from Cameron county Jail. Deputy Sheriff Manahan wounded but not in danger. County Judge Yates seeks 1000 to 1500 more troops from the war department with Gov Ferguson’s support to patrol the lower Rio Grande valley.
London reports Reginald McKenna says a labor force of about a million men will be required to ensure naval dominance. He notes the government spends nearly a million pounds daily on the navy in excess of peacetime, funding Britain’s sea power during the war.
Chicago August 3 final figures from Western Electric show nine hundred eighty one dead in the Eastland catastrophe. Identified dead total 538, unidentified 243, and missing 141, with the list completing the official tally.
In Missoula a special election showed 820 against and 484 for a $500,000 municipal water plant bond. Mayor Getchell and council allies backed public ownership, but the measure failed amid concerns over spending terms and safeguards. The outcome reflects local sentiment on municipal control and financing.
The Fraternal Order of Eagles approved amendments to its statutes allowing benefits for soldiers and sailors hurt or killed while serving in foreign theatres. The change creates an exception for members in Canada serving in Europe, with Canadian Eagles now eligible for benefits. Grand officers participated in the sessions and a Bryan address capped the day.
In Washington two years ago at a dinner hosted by MC A William J a statement recalls fostering grape juice publicity. Mr Bryan noted that setting a single water glass per plate seemed odd and Mrs Bryan suggested adding grape juice punch to the table.
Great Britain defends its wartime blockade as within international law and equity, rejecting US claims that neutral port traffic must be allowed. notes argue adaptations of blockade rules are needed for modern circumstances and that neutrals should face minimal harm while countering German commerce through Rotterdam and other routes.
Public reception at Moore theater honored Archbishop John Bonzano papal delegate to the United States during the Knights of Columbus gathering. A formal ball followed for Supreme officers and delegates at Knights of Columbus hall. About 000 visitors from out of town registered at the Knights hall. Delegates attended high mass en masse at St James cathedral due to crowd size.
Pendiston Oregon August 1 Carl Gulott a musician regained sight in one eye after a period of blindness He saw his family for the first time in years and marveled at the faces of loved ones His simple moment captures a rare breakthrough in his life and prompts him to resume activities like bingo games with cautious optimism
A garbled Sioux City clipping mentions winter coats and weather notes with scattered terms like Weyter in Owa and World Sires. The readable bits point to a local winter weather update and clothing guidance, but specifics are unclear.
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