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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jan 01, 1917
Page
2
Fire Chief Charles Collins reports 1916 totals: 9 calls, $4,205 property loss with $1,375 insured and $1,920 uninsured. Major blaze was a warehouse fire near the B A P tracks during a deep cold snap, frozen lines and low pressure hampering efforts. Overall loss rate about 1.9 cents per capita, lowest on record among cities.
John Thomas surged to the top of Anaconda lanes last week with 240 in a single game and 643 in the match. Davidson leads the high averages list with Chamrau 183, Davidson 180, Fare woll 179, Lattimer 179, Laskey 178, Petritz 174, Bowers 378, Hardy 76, Wenger 175. Davidson scores 647 to win medal in three games as Goodfriends top Max-Wells on Brunswick alleys, Patterson 601, Swander 693, Chumrau 691, Farrell 642.
Q A discusses government backing of a national bank and government loan security. It asks if a bank failure is insured and cites unclear past failures. It also asks whether Wyoming requires a waiting period after divorce. the answer notes no cited provision and advises consulting a lawyer for definite information.
The closing social event of the year at Warm Springs drew a large crowd. In the absence of Dr J M Scanland, Mr and Mrs J Dale and the Misses Scanland hosted a dancing party with luncheon at 11 o'clock and musical performances by the guests. Dancing continued into the early hours as Tidinger, the steward, arranged the evening’s plans.
Reports from Chihuahua City describe ongoing combat between Gen Francisco Murgula's 7,000 strong advance guard and Villa's army of a similar size at a site between Santa Rosalia and Jiminez. Villa has sent 7,000 forces into Durango and may press toward Chihuahua City where a 2,000-strong garrison remains. rumors also place Gen Miguel Dieguez marching north with seasoned Sonora troops to oppose Villa.
Nine foreign refugees arrive in Laredo after an 11 day trek from Torreon. They report that constitutional prisons existed in several small highland districts, signaling ongoing turmoil. The Matin indicates reply details will include origin of the war and gratitude for past aid from the Allies.
A group joined the Villa forces and, with three trainloads of refugees, left Torreon an hour before the Villa army arrived. They are moving toward the border by Aguas Calientes and San Luis with minimal opposition encountered along the way.
Gregson Springs drew large throngs yesterday as the old year passed at Gi. Manager George Forsythe planned another big turnout with free dancing in the afternoon and evening to a fine orchestra. The plunge remained a top attraction and the cafe prepared special service for holiday patrons.
Announcement from Spokane confirms Paul Doch Ballor of Anaconda to wed Miss Nona Nickel of Spokane on New Year's Day afternoon at the bride’s home. Ballor to reside in Anaconda. Mrs. Ballor a noted Spokane vocalist and former St Matthew’s soprano. Also reports 8. varrow accused of cutting St Kathleen in a Saturday fight. he surrendered to authorities. county jail prisoners aid unclear.
The Butte Anaconda and Pacific Railway announces a New Year rate of 1 dollar for round trips between Butte and Anaconda. Tickets will be sold on December 20 and 31 and January 1, valid for return through January 2, 1917.
At midnight whistles on the hill and in shops signaled 1917. Crowds filled streets, churches held services, and many homes exchanged New Year wishes. Few formal parties due to Sunday timing, but optimism and prosperity characterize the annual greeting.
A miscellany of notices and brief items from the city pages note club meetings, advertising lines, social announcements, and local happenings. Readers learn of lodge meetings, new products, hotel registrations, rental notices, and a court filing about bond losses, all threaded through with street corners and local names.
Revenue collector J J Scott faces a suit filed in the U S district court over an $11 840 claim Crocker alleges represents losses on bonds and stocks that should have reduced his taxable income The action was placed on a secret file by a Washington order If Crocker wins the government could owe millions in refunds to income tax payers nationwide.
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