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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1926
Page
18
The article argues adequate military defense remains essential and training camps merit commendation. It notes President Coolidge sent his son to camps for two years, valuing physical health and mind body coordination for useful work, with defense measures aimed at peace and restraint from attack.
A glowing editorial lauds Butte's ultra modern Fourth of July celebration built on neighborliness and hospitality. It credits General Chairman W H Davey and Al Wilkinson among many leaders, praising the parade Pageant of Progress and fireworks. The piece highlights Butte’s volunteer spirit, generosity, and unity, noting leadership as key to future progress for a 60,000-strong city.
The article describes boys marching to summer training camps by railroad, where they will learn marching and military tactics. It notes pacifists’ objections, viewing camps as martial temples praising war, while citizens who support them back the effort.
George W. Olvany, Ing chief of the Tammany tribe, returns to New York after an 8000 mile western tour. He reports strong West support for Governor Smith for the 1928 Democratic nomination and notes the West’s keen interest in Smith positions and reform work. He urges New Yorkers to visit and see the West’s vast resources and majesty.
The issue notes unprecedented dividends and bond interest on July 1 1926. It cites R G Dun reports fewer business failures and lower undebtedness than 1920. Life insurance uptake in H1 1926 is described as enormous with June drive. Commentary on France US politics and famed figures follows in a satirical tone.
A gentle exchange unfolds as Mr Elephant leans on a tree for shade and rest. The Tree Trunk scolds at first but softens, admiring the elephant’s kindness and agreeing to provide shelter through night and dawn. The scene ends with mutual appreciation.
Radioland Central Time Stations lists WCCO WEAF WHB WOAW WOC WRAP WET KOA KGO KOA KES and others across major cities. Programs span organ concerts ballroom orchestras and vocal quartets with evening hours from 6 to 12 including dance music and weekly visits.
The piece argues thought is personal and indivisible from individual freedom, noting that even under strong social pressure and religious influence a minister's son may revolt. It cites Percy Stickney Grant and reflects on how custom cannot govern inner thinking, while action remains bound by duty and precedent.
Notes on summer wear feature two piece frocks in georgette and sheer fabrics accented with touches of red. Beige Elizabeth crepe frock with red satin collar and cuffs showcases a red beige flower motif. Miss Joan Crawford models with red satin hat and purse as flowered chiffons dominate youth fashion trends.
Fashion notes describe frocks with long raglan sleeves and full tabot prints, often edged with lace or ribbon. Printed crepe de Chine appears in tailored models, while white dresses remain popular with colored collars or capes, a tattored white jumper frock and pink cape selling well.
In a canyon a freshet transformed a small rivulet into a torrent sweeping a knoll grove and a sout bridge. Three cars on the bridge were saved as two were moved. a third was caught but timber dammed the water and protected the car. City drizzle contrasted with canyon downpour as guests named Mudro OMalley Trafford O Hare and others gathered on a picnic.
World racers recount a welcome in Yokohama with over a thousand spectators and photographers. They travel by car, jinrickshas, and other transports, hoping to reach Seattle by July 12 and then New York, aiming to complete the journey in 28 days and beat John Mears by seven days.
Torrential rains flood Lebus and Silesian areas while Berlin suburbs halt traffic. The Spandau power station loses electricity for hours as 1,500 acres of harvest are destroyed in Brandenburg. Rail disruption occurs between Leipzig and Muedeburg as embankments undermine lines. Bavaria sees cave-ins and flood stoppages in Hechingen with cars abandoned.
The stars favor home builders and women advancing in business and society with Venus and the moon in favorable signs. Lovers may prosper but be wary of careless letter writing. Uranus may boost egotism in men while Neptune suggests a looming epidemic and autumn fevers. ships face storm and fire risks. pure water is urged for domestic use. children born today may be ambitious but unstable, with many pursuing foreign adventures.
President Coolidge delivered a weathered noon address under a cold east wind at the stadium praising the Declaration of Independence as a spiritual document. He urged the heart of the people as the source of reform and warned against pagan materialism while stressing self government and the duty of citizens to observe laws. He arrived with Attorney General Sargent and others, greeted by a city procession and a 21 gun salute as planes hovered above.
Charges filed against Elmo Rayford and Moody Smith, about 18, for drenched Fren Rucker, 14, with gasoline and setting fire to his clothing. The youths allegedly pursued the burning boy as he fled, while a lighted match was supplied.
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