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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1909
Page
15
Editorial notes Helena shows no farm land boom or large new enterprises in the past year. Railway receipts increased 20 percent year over year in both Great Northern and Northern Pacific, excluding dam traffic, signaling steady city growth and strong railroad business as a barometer of progress.
State experiment station at Bozeman plans visiting instructors for the working season to teach moisture conservation and scientific farming. Emphasizes practical application and urges farmers to obtain station bulletins paid for by taxes and to study them for efficient farming.
At the American Red Cross annual meeting in Washington President Taft urged establishing a permanent national fund. He argued millionaires could best direct large gifts to a worthy cause, noting U S funds pale beside Japan Prussia Germany France Austria Italy Hungary totals in a comparative chart.
The Moore Inland Empire editor rejects a batch of boiler plate material offered free if published as news. It describes it as deceptive promotion for eastern mail order houses and larger cities, and vows not to boost outside advertisers. The paper will instead devote space to Moore and nearby residents.
The Sanders County Democrat notes eternal truth questions the claim Plains has the best climate in the universe. The piece suggests Honolulu and Para may share or exceed Plains’ reputation for climate appeal.
The Sanders County Signal accuses Harry Orchard of teaching a Bible class in the Idaho state penitentiary. The paper labels him an arch liar and argues he should have studied the Ten Commandments instead of spreading what it calls misinformation.
A Missoula Herald summary notes a Chicago school principal blames hot air heating for irritation and bad temper, arguing any heat form harms health. He warns unsanitary, overheated, poorly ventilated spaces like churches, schools, and business venues are common and contribute to illnesses.
The Billings Gazette argues that conservation is valuable but must be guided by reasonable, capable leaders. It laments past inaction allowing land to pass to corporations and stresses avoiding zealotry that could derail conservation goals.
The Chester Signal invites residents to bring or send news about events in Chester and the surrounding region. It promises to give attention to items that reflect town life and help the outside world see a lively community.
The Fergus County Argus notes the switchmen strike may end soon or continue with evils. It urges the American people and business interests to demand a remedy at once, without judging the strike’s merits or assigning blame to employers or workers.
The Valier Valerian notes the railway strike lacks a definite form and cites misleading reports. The public will bear the losses regardless of who wins, and the president's message omits a solution, though a system of government supervision could prevent such crises in the future.
The Spokane federal judge refused to grant citizenship to an applicant after noting an unsavory reputation. The record was not criminal, but the judge believed he would not make a desirable citizen. A few years ago the applicant would simply have appeared in court and received papers.
A week of zero weather slackens local trade yet merchants report earlier and larger holiday buying. Farmers are scarce due to cold and elevator closures, but merchants say the season has been very profitable for farmers in the Belt Valley area.
The Havre Promoter reports the Sixty-first Congress opened at noon with President Taft submitting his annual message on Tuesday. The article notes few preplanned programs and little public clarity on lawmakers’ proposed actions.
The Miles City Independent questions the rise of charlatans and fakers in an era of supposed scientific progress. It cites W. T. Stead of London who claims to communicate with a spirit named Julia and discusses revelations about the afterlife and spiritual communication.
The Madison County Monitor notes Representative Kelcher of Massachusetts drawing a comparison between Tafts first message and Theodore Roosevelts, likening it to the difference between touching a hot stove lid and a cold refrigerated shad, and then moves on.
A speaker laments that government distributions fail to meet expectations and reveal others have taken what should belong to each person, expressing collective disappointment and concern over missing funds.
The Culbertson Searchlight argues that thousands die yearly from criminal neglect or carelessness in accidents. It cites the General Slocum and Iroquois Theater disasters, the Cherry mine, and other tragedies to condemn unsafe safeguards, wealth-driven neglect, and child labor near mines, noting lasting sorrow.
A columnist argues true neighborliness comes from patient kind conduct. Those who show friendship attract good neighbors and deserve them, while suspicious of unfair neighbors. Unselfish kindness earns reciprocal goodwill and fair treatment.
A Libby Western News booster extols Montana claiming the state offers unmatched resources and opportunities. The speaker cites broad travel experience from Maine to Honolulu and from the Arctic to the equator to argue Montana outpaces other commonwealths.
A Washington dispatch notes that the director of the Weather Bureau informed Senator Dixon weather reports from Billings would resume immediately after being discontinued in October. The reports soon reflected Billings coldest weather in the city’s history, signaling the bureau’s expectations.
Dillon Tribune reports Dr. Cook failed to pay Montana builders for guiding him to Mt. McKinley territory and exposed his fake Arctic climb. He also allegedly reneged on a New York lawyer and faced accusations of dishonesty, highlighting a pattern of untrustworthy conduct.
Forsyth Times Journal notes lawmakers who seek to cut printing rates may fund a private quarry with 60 000 dollars. The piece recalls a past push to burden publishers and warns the Montana State Press association will monitor such actions going forward.
The Laurel Outlook argues for a special Montana legislature session to require state buildings use Montana sandstone and all printing be sourced from Montana establishments. It notes more printers than quarries, suggests fairness should extend to all trades, and criticizes the lack of a printers’ demand for local contracts despite potential costs.
The Livingston Post critiques government statisticians on U S currency and bank data. It notes figures claiming each person should hold over 34 dollars and have more than 237 dollars in banks, contrasting with the era’s lived realities.
In the Roundup Record an exchange from Washington highlights tensions. The piece notes Vice President Sherman failing to identify a friend at the registry office of the post office and a clerk bluntly replies I dont know you sir.
A Billings Gazette brief notes Kansas earns its dry state label from dispatches describing a cistern fire and an explosion when a man dropped a cigar into a water-conserving vat.
From the Missoulian the piece notes that the rebuilt bridge, once the old dinkey structure, now offers safer crossing at any hour. It invites readers to stand on the bridge at midnight sunset dawn and reflect on improved conditions.
In Forsyth Times Journal, discussion suggests skeptical view of suffrage in Colorado and Pennsylvania style politics. The piece notes the theory of voting rights and questions practical impact on political progress.
From the Stevensville Register, a familiar name, Joe Cannon, is rumored to reappear on the scene while Santa Claus is also said to be seen. The item treats both figures with a light, humorous newspaper tone.
Cave Duncan plans to move to Oregon to buy a fruit farm using mine profits. A bishop to conduct services at St Pauls Memorial church. Laurin residents settle school district lines and build a new schoolhouse. Miss Mary Henkle resigns from Virginia City High School. George Farrell recovering from typhoid in Reno. Pony attorney James A. Flint contemplates Vermont visit after news of his stepfather.
A train of three plus cattle cars departs Sheridan tomorrow for eastern markets marking the third shipment since October. County Superintendent Phoebe Comfort Williams finalizes current year school funds with Twin Bridges district at 3049.98 dollars. C M Dorrence, land colonization interest, surveyed Montana lands here last week. C A Arnet of Park County promotes Shields River irrigation and expects many families to move in spring. County Attorney Knight of Virginia City investigates Owens assault case ahead of a preliminary hearing.
In Louisville on December 19 F F Kellner Jr father of Alma Kellner the wandering Louisville girl at Washington Indiana today failed to identify the child taken into custody early this morning. He says answering some situation wanted ads may place you in communication with exactly the sort of worker you are looking for.
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In Butte Indiana our news department offers top cash or a better allowance for used furniture and stores. Visit Oechsli at 42 W Broadway with phone numbers 1 567 and Bell 770 for details.
Stove repairs by TTH S Stove, Tiepan Co. Lind & Murray at 123 Park Butte. Includes Bell and 1.291 details.
M E Mayer isyer and chemist located at 7 North Montana in Butte offers assay services and chemical analysis with box 314 listed for contact.
Listings include real estate loans at 8 10 and 12 percent by The Bayly L. & Co. at 1 E Granite and Wilson & Smith Co Owsley block. Also a liberal reward for a lost item near Atlantic Street and a Nippon mine pendant lost near Utah Avenue.
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