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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Aug 10, 1924
Page
4
A critical column argues the publication lacks continuity and purpose. It questions the value of Who's Who and points to notable omissions of Jack Dempsey Babe Ruth and Ty Cobb while noting large reader interest in brief extracts from the book.
A compact page of verse and opinion items. Edward Hope reflects on youthful failure and marriage’s irony, while George O Schoonhoven and Blanche A Sawyer contribute brief thoughts. Edward Hope closes with a meditation on marriage and intelligence guiding relationships.
An editorial argues against La Follette warning that his program threatens constitutional rights. It contends Congress cannot erase rights like free speech and voting, as Supreme Court reviews laws, but warns of a scenario where Congress could override court rulings, reducing the Constitution to a scrap of paper.
The piece notes 25 357 Americans entered the race for fame with many already in Who's Who 1924 25 edition. It ranks families by pages with the Smiths leading at 29 pages and Johnsons Johnsontons and Johnstones sharing space, while the book is described as a dense reference without plot or broad appeal.
The piece assesses President-elect Calles aiming to transform Mexico from turmoil to prosperity with policies favoring foreigners and capital, debt repayment, social justice, and cordial U S ties. It notes gaps between rhetoric and reality and warns of possible shortfalls, while praising Calles' intentions and Obregon’s influence.
A tribute to Maj. Gen. Hugh L. Scott as a trusted Indian commissioner candidate for popularity among reservations in the West. The piece notes his West Point background, long army service since the Little Bighorn era, language studies, and reputed mediation skills with tribes including the Apache, Hopi, Navajo and Paiute.
A remark portrays Senator La Follette as vehemently antiwar, pledging to confront any new world conflict with determined force using his own resolve and action if it arises.
The obstacle to raising funds is the realization that a large portion must come as reparations. This burden weighs on Germany as it seeks to mobilize windfall or loans to meet obligations.
Journal notes that parts of theChicago murder trial testimony are so offensive that neither side wants to print them. The remark highlights the difficulty of reporting sensitive courtroom exchanges while preserving fairness.
The passage discusses France continuing efforts to locate hidden Ethiopians following the London conference, highlighting a persistent, perhaps habitual, pursuit amid geopolitical tensions.
In a bold display the Chicago murder trial persists despite La Follette pronouncements. The piece notes a relentless, front page presence while implying broader lessons from experience and Sao Paulo’s growth in wisdom and population.
The remark notes Europe’s partial progress and argues for organizing baseball leagues and hiring top sports editors to reach full front-line competitiveness. It emphasizes professional sports structure and quality journalism as key factors.
The Stars favor harmony and romance with Venus Sun and Neptune aiding today while Uranus warns of prejudice. Women gain direction and favor, religion interest remains high, and many new school buildings are planned across the United States. Birthdates show changeable years, workers benefit, Leos tend to succeed as employees.
Delegates at the Montana editorial association convention hear calls for highway funding from motor taxes to be earmarked for road construction while urging conservation, education support, and selective land settlement. Speakers include Sam Freed, H. J. Butler, Chester C. Davis, Matt Staff, and G. M. Moss. Delegates tour the Country club trout dinner before evening banquet chaired by Tom Stout.
Sam Freed of the Billings sugar factory urged Montana farmers to buy locally grown sugar, noting state production exceeds consumption and imports hurt beet growers. He highlighted a 360 percent rise in beet sugar since 1906 and described the sliding scale beet contract benefiting growers, while stressing diversification to protect wheat and livestock sectors.
The Oro Fino chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution plans a August 17 dedication at Fort Logan Meagher county Helena commemorating the fort's history. Prominent speakers include Governor Dix ex gover nor Stewart Congressman Scott Leavitt and Sidney Logan with Robert Sutherlin Frank Day Charles Cook and more invited. The program begins at 1 30 p m with a bronze Montana copper tablet in the fort blockhouse.
The article argues Montana's climate and grasses produce superior beef and mature animals. It cites dairy cows rising to nearly 70,000 with value over 3 million, envisions Montana as a top sheep state with more summer range, and notes hogs finish well on barley and alfalfa. It warns against long hauls for pork and calls for marketing improvements. It laments declining draft horses and urges removing unnecessary horses to boost cattle and sheep numbers.
Three women were dead and several missing after a fire destroyed sleeping quarters at the county infirmary. An inmate set the blaze and then hanged herself in nearby woods, officials said.
In Pasadena California Troop No 1 of South Pasadena broke the world mark for wall climbing with a 10.7 second time. The team conquered a sixty foot course including a nine foot high wall previously held by a North Carolina troop at 12.6 seconds.
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