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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1923
Page
4
The article argues boxing should rise above mercenary aims and be valued for art. It envisions wealthy patrons like Vanderbilt Whitney and Belmont elevating the sport, protecting its integrity, and creating premier boxer stables akin to famed racing horse lines. It asserts society adopting boxing could redeem its reputation and foster high standards.
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Five Republicans compete in the Vermont U S Senate race after the death of Senator Dillingham three weeks ago. Porter H Dale leads the dry wing with four rivals of varying wetness. Democrats, lacking strong prospects, prepare for a preliminary skirmish as Green Mountain independents are nudged toward voting for a Democrat in the absence of a farmer labor option.
Polite society crowds the boxing ringside as Dempsey Gibbons events draw upper ten thousand and street crowds alike. Writers note ringside democracy, blending aristocracy and vice, while Anne Morgan chairs charity bouts used to raise funds. The piece jabs at civilization’s decline yet praises boxing’s social reach.
Fresh signs of life at the Wilson camp hint a reconciliation with Colonel House. Washington reports mutual friends aim to heal rift over Article X of the League of Nations, with House potentially backing Wilson again as the 1924 Democratic convention nears.
A Columbia University athletics instructor argues for recreational sports for women and cautions against extreme conditioning. He criticizes heavy event programs that overemphasize sprints and relays and notes some sports should be barred to girls. The piece also satirizes politics and past leaders.
Mike Spanos filed a $10,000 damages suit against Murray Hospital claiming a broken thumb from a June 6 1922 rock fall at Stewart mine failed to heal due to physician negligence. The thumb became useless as tissue formed between the fracture. Also noted are hearings and divorces in several local cases with default judgments and alimony orders.
Five information filings charging violations of the prohibition law were entered in Judge Lynch's court yesterday, part of a broader crackdown that may involve over 100 cases. N. J. Sero and a sleuth staff, aligned with a local committee, have gathered evidence for potential prosecutions in both district and federal courts. Fines may fund anti bootlegging efforts across counties, with at least one defendant previously named in court records. Probate matters were also addressed, including grants, administrator appointments, and real estate dispositions in several estates.
A B. A. P. passenger train bound for Anaconda was struck by lightning last evening around 5:15, hitting the baggage car roof and starting a small fire. The baggageman doused the flames with chemicals. damage was nominal and the halted train reached Anaconda about ten minutes late.
All Protestant churches of Anaconda plan memorial services for the late President Warren G. Harding at St Mark's Episcopal church next Friday. The services will be held during the hour of the funeral in Marion Ohio, announced yesterday by area pastors.
Judge Winston set two cases for hearing on Wednesday August 8 in district court. The demurrer in the suit of P. J. McGreevey versus C. A. Keig for alleged breach of contract was set for next Wednesday. A motion for a new trial in Elizabeth Mc Laughlin Sullivan against J. P. Stage as guardian was also set for Wednesday morning.
England's hunting season for pheasant and partridge begins on October 1. The launch date marks the start of sport shooting for game birds across counties, with regulations governing bag limits and permits.
More than 60 route carriers competed and 32 earned prizes as John Lowney Eddie Harrington and Tim O Leary led a subscription drive ending July 28. Lowney won $100 with Harrington $50 and O Leary $25.
A. C. Lee of Three Forks sustained a scalp wound when a Deer Lodge car driven by A. C. Spayde collided head on with Julius Mazza’s Buick stage near Spring Hill west of Anaconda. Seven passengers rode the stage. no injuries reported. Both vehicles required wreckers for removal. the crash occurred about 6 45 p m last evening.
First Methodist Episcopalian church at Oak and Third Edwards Woodward Bartlett pastor offers Sunday school at 9 30 a m public worship at 10 45 a m and 8 p m. Morning sermon by the pastor and in the evening Dr KE Parlin missionary from China lecturing. Chautauqua program begins Monday with appeals to attend. Christian Science society 316 Oak Sunday services at 11 a m and 8 8 p m testimonial meeting Wednesday. Reading room daily 2 to 4 except Sundays and holidays. Swedish Lutheran Zion at Cedar and Sixth 8 p m service by Rev C E Franzin of Butte.
St Mark's Episcopal church will have no services in August as Rector Rev John Gilbert Spencer takes a vacation. For church information contact Rt B Abbott W E Gaily or W E Newman.
First Baptist Church at Fifth and Locust will host a 11 a.m. memorial service honoring President Harding led by Rev J. B. Park. An 7:30 p.m. closing program for Vacation Bible School features child worship, stories, Bible drills, games, and a public exhibit of handwork and crafts.
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints will hold a conference on Sunday at 10 30 a m in Brigham Young University Portland with the elder from the Montana conference in attendance. All are welcome to attend.
District Judge W H Poorman, disqualified in an injunction suit by C H Martien against Montana state officials, asked Judge Joseph R Jackson to try the case. Hearing postponed after filing an affidavit by State Treasurer O H Junod arguing bias. Martien alleges the equalization board was unlawfully created due to failure to publish the amendment in the senate journal. Temporary restraining order blocks state officials from paying expenses of the board.
The Butte girls’ team defeated Anaconda’s Independents 6 to 4 before a large crowd at the city common. Merrick, center fielder and lead baserunner, starred for Butte while George Nichols of the Independents shone for the locals. Cleaves and Guidas formed the battery for Butte with Harrington and Thompson for the Independents.
The thermometer dropped to a record low for the season at 87 degrees above zero yesterday, marking one of the coldest periods Augusta has seen in years. Morning chill persisted despite a milder afternoon, with clouds and a wind storm later. A brief rain shower and sun return followed as temperatures rose.
Fire Chief Collins from Anaconda will represent the city at the Pacific Coast Fire Fighters convention in Wallace Idaho from August 7 to 10. He will be joined by Chief Emory Kell of the smelter department and accompanied by Chief George Lapp of the A C M company fire department of Butte. On the return trip they will attend the Montana fire men's convention in Hamilton.
Tonight marks the close of four weeks of Baptist Vacation Bible School led by Rev. J. S. Park with a graduation program and student displays. A Friday picnic for 150 children featured races and prizes, followed by ice cream. next Friday at 3 30 a Week Day Bible School begins with more stories and pictures, aiming to surpass other schools in the state.
We express sincere thanks to friends and neighbors for sympathy at the death and funeral of Henry J Brady husband son-in-law and brother-in-law We thank Acacia lodge Colfax lodge Bagdad temple and Anaconda lodge and all who sent floral offerings Signed Mrs H J Brady Mr and Mrs P J Maloney Mr and Mrs EB Brogan
The Bluebird runs Sunday showing Sixty Cents and Hour with Walter Hiers. Monday and Tuesday feature The Heart Raider with Agnes Ayres. Wednesday and Thursday present Women Men Marry.
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