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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jul 18, 1902
Page
6
The provided text appears as a publication masthead with publishing details and subscription rates. It lists STANDARD PUBLISHING COMPANY as publishers, notes daily and Sunday editions, and provides various subscription terms and prices. The fragment ends with unreadable remnants.
Rates show one to two page editions cost one to two cents, three to four page editions three cents, with Europe double the domestic rates. For other foreign countries inquire at the Main Office Standard Block Anaconda. The Standard lists regional branch offices in Butte Missoula and Great Falls for advertising rate information.
The notice lists Standard distribution points in Chicago San Francisco Los Angeles Denver Salt Lake Spokane Seattle and Portland with specific street addresses and news stands. It notes correspondence should go to the Standard Publishing Company in Anaconda Montana and is dated Friday July 18 1902.
Reporters note repeated claims of Tracy’s capture have failed as Sheriff Cudihee’s disappearance remains a mystery. Public opinion doubts sensational rumors from Puget Sound, awaiting verified word on Tracy’s fate or location.
The New York World highlights John G. Milburn of Buffalo as a potential Democratic candidate for governor. A lawyer and Pan-American Exposition president, Milburn owns the home where President McKinley died, but his English birth makes him ineligible for the presidency and his nomination seems unlikely.
The article reports Lord Hopetoun’s resignation over salary disputes with Australian officials. He funded Sydney Melbourne establishments from private income, costing about $50 000, and a reimbursement plan failed. Provinces seek retrenchment while London debates dignity versus pay.
In Madison the La Follette faction controlled the state convention and issued a blunt ultimatum to Senator Spooner. They require Spooner to back all platform planks and aid a pro reform legislature or face opposition to his reelection. Spooner rejects the terms and plans to run for the Wisconsin Senate next session.
The article contrasts the dignity of official office with the democratic Australian populace. It argues for a form of leadership closer to the United States model, noting a desire for a president with a smaller salary who entertains guests while maintaining a simple, democratic stance.
The Paterson case of Ward McAllister and accomplices ended in 30 year sentences after a fatal spree last October. After 17 months McAllister seeks clemency from the state board of pardons, aided by political allies, prompting calls that Jersey justice remain swift and stern and deny any parole.
A Chicago prophet named Dr. Jackson arrives in Cleveland predicting August 17 as the day of a combined tornado and waterspout. He warns the Lake Erie wind will lift a vast water column and dump it on the city, leaving no one unscathed and tying the doom to political centers like May or Tom L. Johnson and Senator Mark Hanna.
A preacher declares Cleveland the wickedest U S city and warns of annihilation as a warning to repent. He says Mayor Johnson ignored the warning while police were asked to abate the prophet. Some residents plan to move away and others will flee on the August ith to stay safe. If Mayor Johnson and Senator Hanna remain, they could be among those affected by the waterspout.
The former New York police chief Devery, now out of office, delivers interviews that lampoon Tammany figures and insult rivals. His remarks include calling three managers sport joke and two-spot, stirring gossip and public commentary.
A fragment quotes Uncle Eben declaring discontent while comments hint at wealth not solving troubles. The clipped text shows regional speech and a character voice without a complete plotted event.
This store announces stock-cleaning day with extra odd lots remainders and low prices. The semi-annual stock-take reveals garments priced to attract buyers and the shop promises satisfaction beyond expectations.
A local store offers deep discounts on percale waists, lawn and flannelette robes, and silk remnants. Prices range from 25c to 94c, with many items marked down from high original values to liquidation figures. Featured goods include 89c and 1.19 50) dozen waists, 3.95 skirts, and 7.25 serge suits for Misses.
Bargain alert at Te store with 100 dozen towels in assorted kinds. Prices cut to 7 cents, while supplies last. Come early to snag remaining stock.
The ad promotes deep discounts on children's and youths shoes and women’s styles. Highlights include Misses and children tan shoes 95 cents per pair, women's tan Oxfords 2.00 to 2.50, boys and youths tan shoes 1.75, women's 3.00 shoes 1.95, and children's pebble shoes 50 cents.
A whimsical Washington Star quip imagines an owner choosing a mule over a talking car. The speaker pockets rural charm and nostalgia, highlighting longing for simple, dependable companionship.
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