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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1919
Page
6
England should choose its most distinguished diplomat to head the London legation in Washington, even if he serves only a few months. The Associated Press notes this opinion reflects on foreign policy strategy and diplomatic signaling amid current tensions.
A 1919 editorial questions who drove a Butte strike after a union backed conference produced a settlement. It notes wage gains, amicable talks, and public praise, then asks whether union leadership sought genuine settlement or influenced factors beyond rank and file. The piece cites 90 percent of workers accepting raises and warns readers to consider who bears responsibility.
The column compares Germany’s resolve to a lobster stuck on rocks and lauds Erzberger’s push to build a mercantile fleet with state support. It notes Pershing’s long absence from criticism and predicts a forthcoming scrapbook of praise and critique as American war efforts unfold. A German statistician is cited claiming population decline since the war began, yet density is deemed less critical than in the past.
Sir Edward Grey, Britain’s temporary ambassador to Washington, is depicted as a top diplomat of the era. The piece notes his 1914 role as foreign secretary facing German statesmen in a tense prewar duel of strategy. It highlights his advocacy for peaceful settlement and a league of nations as he prepares to tackle postwar questions.
A kaleidoscope of truncated observations mocks trusts in lemons and packers, praise for Chicago police traffic enforcement, and remarks on Borah backing Hi Johnson. It jibes at European Hungary, Prince of Wales, J Ham Lewis, profiteers, junkers, and birth control, ending with a quip on self love and neighbors.
A montage of editorials criticizing Senate opposition for delaying peace ratification and economic stability, praising federal response and broad legislative efforts. It notes mining impacts on Butte, warns against prolonged suspensions, and cites Rural and forestry policy debates plus a Republican legislature’s claimed farm relief achievements in Montana.
Luis Gutierrez once led military operations in Chihuahua surrendered to government forces under Villa Santiago. He was moved to Monterey after declarations from the war department. Saltillo dispatches say Gutierrez revolted in December and conducted desultory warfare in northern states. Rafael Buelna, ex-Villa general, returned after amnesty in Havana.
A collage of stray quotes and satirical asides from various papers notes sharp humor on Congress speed in cost of living, Alabama race riots, and figures like Lenin and Bela Kun. The piece parodies public discourse and highlights eclectic, sometimes pointed editorial jabs across several cities.
A misread fragment depicts a genie scene with Aladdin and a servant, hinting at a tale where a clerk longs to regain youth and wealth. The damaged text mentions a film, night, and withering health, ending with a cryptic note about copyright in 1943 and a lamp scene.
A collage of quips from 19th and early 20th century papers jokes about gas bills politics tobacco and economics. Lines reference a Baltimore quip about light bills a Boston transcript on aging and quips from Louisville and Washington papers about stores anti tobacco and patriotic songs.
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