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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 1916
Page
6
Fragmented ad text from The Anaconda Standard describes subscription rates and mail options, mentioning locations in Montana and nationwide delivery. It hints at a promotional offer and lists several press and distribution references, though details are obscured by OCR errors.
Democratic Leader Kitchin pledges no undue delay in moving key subjects from committees to the house for debate and swift action. He notes upcoming discussions on shipping, Philippine policy, and tariffs while army and navy bills await completion. No new public buildings or river and harbor bills will be considered this session as preparedness, not projects, dominates revenue use.
Officials from large steel interests warn that in a few months a strong demand for men will outstrip supply. Plants are expanding and hiring. within 60 days a labor shortage is expected. A year ago many unemployed men hunted jobs, now skilled labor is scarce and unskilled labor may follow with summer harvests.
A Montana clause for a midterm census has never been funded or used, with lawmakers doubting demand and utility. In 1910 Montana counted 376,008 residents, while New York conducted annual censuses, reporting about 9.5 million people and rapid growth, prompting debate over value and expense.
The report states New York state has 9,667,000 residents, with New York City accounting for 5,047,201. It notes 1.6 million aliens in the state and 1.1 million in rural areas, highlighting citizen increases since 1905 and significant foreign-born presence amid national demographic shifts. It compares New York's total to the populations of Argentina, Denmark, Holland, Belgium, Serbia, and Bulgaria, and discusses farm animals valued at six billion dollars and related shifts in agriculture and industry.
A compilation of humorous exchanges and quips from various magazines and papers. Bits feature pithy lines about hair, teachers, lectures, and everyday observations with playful miscommunications and social quirks. Notable snippets include humorous banter between couples and light satire.
An estimate suggests German losses could total 4 123 125 if other states match Prussia's rate. Berlin publishes 2 595 768 Prussian names with 588 096 killed, 1 386 549 wounded or missing, 256 153 prisoners, and 24 080 dead from other causes while most Bavarian Saxon and Württemberg figures are harder to verify. The article projects belligerent casualties around 13.3 million.
Quartermaster General Aleshire told the house military committee that the army and depots hold equipment for 500000 men and manufacturers could supply 300000 more in ninety days. The New York Telegram calls his assertion excellent but cautions about matching Bryan’s boast, while noting the need for qualified troops to be equipped.
Letters from recent visitors to Germany indicate a widespread belief that an Egyptian expedition is planned to seize the Suez Canal. The plan is seen as a tactic to force British terms, ending the war by threatening canal control. The canal’s ownership and tolls are detailed, including its 103 mile length and stock distribution.
A 1916 McClure Syndicate guide advises housewives to preserve surplus apples by making Apple Jelly and Apple Butter, notes orange and grapefruit marmalades, and details steps for preparing fruit, sugar, and cooking to a thick jelly. It stresses thorough washing of citrus skins and uses a pound of sugar per pound of fruit.
The census reports show a continuous decline in consumption deaths in large cities but only a slight drop elsewhere. Communities must study and choose efficient measures such as nursing, dispensaries, housing improvements, and periodic health exams. A national commission could standardize methods and guide local plans.
A London Every Man piece critiques entente operations in Macedonia likening them to Demosthenes warning Greek forces about waiting for the enemy to act. It argues the allies favor defense while Teutons press with aggressive offensives, leveraging offensive strategy for gain.
A first person vignette chronicles a day on location for a film in frosty New York, detailing early mornings, makeup, wardrobe, and a grueling shoot. The actress recalls snowbound streets, cold studios, and the camaraderie of fellow performers as they race to finish before midnight, dreaming of easier days yet embracing the profession.
A collage of editorials and lampoons from Springfield Union Washington Post York Sun Philadelphia Record Chicago News and others poke fun at George W. Perkins Henry Ford and Roosevelt era politics. The pieces note Perkins efforts to revitalize the Progressive party and reference public figures and jokes about the 1912 landscape.
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