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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1922
Page
9
A dialog between Jimmie and Tommie explains antenna length and tuning. They discuss long one wire versus short multi wire systems, selectivity, and how broad versus narrow tuned receivers react to frequency changes. The plan includes safety devices, grounding, and soldered joints for a 150 foot one wire setup.
A brief saying warns that excessive selectivity in radio receiving can be fatal to clear reception. The maxim emphasizes balance in tuning and channel picking, advising listeners to avoid overly restrictive filtering that could impair overall signal quality.
The piece explains grounding a radio set with a wire from the metal chassis to a grounding clamp on a water pipe, warns against gas or steam systems, and suggests a porcelain base switch on the window frame to break circuits when unused. It notes protective devices must pass a 500 volt test.
W B Reeder, Montana Power dynamo operator at Volta dam near Great Falls, fell 60 feet from the main building after a shock from an electric wire. He died instantly on impact with rocks. Relatives from Lewistown plan funeral in that city.
Public auction planned by Peter Lockstead for the Frank Merhoff estate in Anaconda on January 3, 1923 at 2 pm. Sale includes Lot 1, Block 21 in the Eastern addition with two cabins. 10 percent cash required day of sale. balance on court confirmation. Also creditor notices for Hattie Mudd and Isaac Dumont estates with four month claim periods.
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