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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1924
Page
4
McGraw believes baseball will grow in Europe if taught to school children. He notes European youths cheered American plays in Paris and suggests a future international league may develop if schools adopt the game.
King George opened the new British parliament with a speech from the throne outlining Baldwin's cabinet policies. The Baldwin government rejects the MacDonald era treaty with Soviet Russia, while trade with Russia may continue. The speech emphasizes League of Nations support, Sudan dominance, and limited domestic detail. Baldwin pledges not to pursue tariffs, repeating historical political shifts after his prior defeat.
McGraw and Comiskey defend the Giants and White Sox European tour as a success in promoting baseball and ties between US and Europe, even though the venture yielded no gate receipts. They frame the trip as a philanthropic demonstration, noting no backlash and no theft or insult during their stay.
Washington reports say President Coolidge's post election mood has shifted to self confidence and firmness. He may block disapproved legislation while delaying new measures, aiming for a quiet start to a business boom and limited congressional action after March 4.
The article highlights eight free rinks in Butte open by Christmas under city and school supervision for winter skating, hockey and contests. It notes Montana cities hosting events to revive interest in winter sports for all ages, and mentions strong local skaters who competed with Canadian visitors. It widens to 1925 building outlook and political chatter in a mixed editorial tone.
Doctor Dolittle and Sophie escape pursuit by swapping to a fast trap while the highwayman Finch uses a scarecrow ruse. A pursued scarecrow driver fools pursuers, Finch robs Ipswich coach, and Sophie swims the river to freedom as the Doctor trails along.
Reddy Fox flees the hounds along a candy road and uses an automobile’s sandy wheels to erase his scent. He escapes temporarily as the dogs lose his trail, recalling the Old Pasture and hunters who might smoke him out. The story notes a future tale, Mrs. Reddy Proves a True Mate.
A lighthearted piece contrasts a boyish scene with public fascination for the Prince of Wales. It argues popularity comes from tact and genuine interest in others, noting his knack for timely, personable questions and putting others first.
Astrological note predicts a doubtful day with many risks in business and life. Avoid major choices and new ventures until after morning. beware vehicle and machinery dangers and possible fatal accidents. Foreign dealings may be untruthful. expect winter storms and potential economic entanglements.
Mounted men rode a side street of Agua Prieta opposite Douglas last night firing more than twenty shots. Soldiers and guards rushed to the garrison as police and fiscal guards opened an investigation. the intruders' identity remained unknown.
Federal officials rejected claims of soldier discontent at Agua Prieta. Mexican authorities dismissed suggestions the troops were revolutionists. No injuries were confirmed from the bullets.
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