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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1917
Page
1
Reports indicate worsening internal situation in Russia with increasing signs of political and social instability. Analysts warn that tensions may rise as authorities struggle to maintain control amid economic pressures and public discontent.
Washington observers report a German push toward Riga worsens Russia’s crisis as Moscow braces for an extraordinary council expected to decide the fate of the provisional government. Officials note possible civil strife or centralized rule as conservatives unite with business and military elements against socialist dominance.
Petrograd reports growing expectation as the opening day nears for the extraordinary national council at Moscow with newspapers filled by speculation. Indications point to dramatic announcements of events to come.
In Today’s Standard Page report, World War I era updates include Russia’s fragile front, Montana troops potentially bound for France, and broad war summaries. Firefighting efforts are praised while mass prisoner captures are noted amid domestic concerns.
Seattle Aug 23 Announcement by organized lumber manufacturers vows a four month shutdown of all Pacific Northwest lumber mills and logging camps due to market slump not strike. Shingle mills to remain open. Judge Covington, Wilson investigator, in state and in talks with Governor Lister. Central Labor Council to list mills resisting eight hour day starting Sept 1.
Inspiration Consolidated Copper company mine in Miami Arizona reopened after a strike last month. Officials at the International smelter declined to comment but workers were seen rehiring and preparing the plant to resume operations.
A Rio dispatch says persistent unconfirmed reports claim that the Royal Mail Steam Packet Company's steamer Desna has been torpedoed. The Desna, a 11,483 ton ship built in 1912, is the subject of circulating rumors in a South American port.
Aug 24 Houston Texas twelve white civilians police officers and guardsmen killed in outbreak by Twenty fourth United States infantry guarding Camp Logan. Several dozen wounded as ambushed ambulance sparked firefight. many bodies believed to lie on prairie. Names of dead include Capt J W Mattes and several police officers. three unidentified whites plus a wounded 16 year old girl.
Minneapolis August 23 socialist mayor Thomas Van Lear issued a statement promising adequate police protection for the Peoples Council of America as they plan a conference starting September 1 to discuss peace. The mayor telegraphed the note to Washington officials and council branches nationwide. Van Lear, a frequent speaker at antiwar meetings, notes a constitutional democracy allows peaceful discussion of vital subjects. The council struggles to secure a large hall and plans to pitch a tent on the city outskirts for the talks.
Austin Aug 23 The Texas house adopted by 82 to 51 a resolution to impeach Gov Charles E Ferguson and appointed a nine member committee to draft articles for the senate. If signed and sent to the senate, Ferguson would be suspended and Lieut Gov William P Hobby would serve pending Senate action. The vote followed charges including misuse of state funds and improper loans.
Washington reports the Montana national guard and other Northwestern units will train at Charlotte, North Carolina instead of Palo Alto, California. After six weeks to two months of training they are expected to sail for Europe soon. Exact departure date withheld for military reasons. Palo Alto camp was abandoned due to friction with state sanitary officials.
Chicago Aug 23 James B Gerard former ambassador to Germany ill at a hotel here since Wednesday left tonight for Minneapolis with the intention of filling a speaking engagement there tomorrow night.
Missoula August 23 Four fire crews each over one hundred men halted the furious advance of two Seeley Lake fires that threatened the upper Blackfoot valley. One unidentified firefighter died not from the blaze. Lolo Hot Springs fire eased. summary lists Seeley Lake and other fires in Montana and Idaho, with areas burned and current control status.
The Appendorff Lumber company mill six miles from Sherwood Oregon burned last night in a blaze likely sparked by brush. Estimated loss is 50 000 with about two million feet of logs destroyed. The district faced high demand for firefighters with many women joining men in fighting the blaze.
Cleveland dispatch reports Harry Hoffman aged 30, real name Lillian Myers, registered on June 45, then failed to appear for examination and was detained by police. She confessed to masquerading as a man for ten years, working as a soda fountain attendant, ice wagon driver, grocery clerk, and mover.
Washington, Aug. 22. For Montana fair Friday and Saturday. Warmer in the east Friday, cooler Saturday.
Field marshal Hindenburg sends word that Germany is in a stronger position than ever. The chancellor cites enemy ambitions, including plans for Constantinople and Mesopotamia, and notes Britain and France would redraw spheres of influence after the war. He hints at further published details to follow.
Major General Frederick B Maurice reports on Allied gains across France Belgium and Italy. He cites 25 000 prisoners taken this period with a projection toward 40 000 and notes German reserves and artillery in key sectors including Riga and Lens while Italian battles show promising early victories and strategic gains.
Boilermakers, engineers and molders unions have cast ballots on a proposal affecting Butte. Ballots will be opened and counted Saturday night. Electricians will vote on Sunday.
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