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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1926
Page
9
Tremendous crowd of more than 15,000 attended miners field day with a fine program of games and attractions. First business of the city was a miners holiday as mines closed for the event. First aid winners will be entered in national competition and the crowd remained happy and interested throughout the day and evening.
Missoula report says high winds drive fires through Kaniksu Forest. About 500 men work to contain rapidly spreading flames threatening the district, with Coeur d Alene and neighboring regions aiding. Major J M Lockett issues SOS for more troops as crews battle advancing blazes across rugged timberlands. Weather shifts offer slim hope of curbing the fire, with efforts to control the blaze continuing tonight.
The Leopard mine crew won the West Aid contest and will represent A1M company at the international First Aid meet in San Francisco. They claim the James R. Hobbins silver cup and the Bauer and Black silver cup. Viewers include captain C M Carroll and teammates Morris Barry Phil Trythall Don OConnell Richard Hvered Fred Stiikley. Mucking winners list John Esperland first W H Northey second Foe Barich third J Donnelly J K Rang tied for fourth J Vuelsteke fifth John Bristow sixth A D Built seventh. 100 yard dash underground workers champion W A Northes. Largest family prize went to Ambrose McGowan of F245 West Broadway with 11 children.
Fort Worth July 18 grand jury inquiry into the slaying of D. B. Chipps, a wealthy lumberman, led by Rev Frank Norris and including witnesses from First Baptist Church. Dr Norris avoided comment, denying interviews attributed to him and saying he has no statement for the district attorney.
Crowds flocked to Columbia Gardens for the miners field pay celebration drawing attendees from across the country. The event featured a first aid contest awarding a trip to Pacific coach and two silver trophies, with mine bureau officials and company executives in attendance as local teams competed and fans cheered.
A string of minor thefts is being investigated from Western Manure district to nearby ranches. Police report two or more suspects, ages around 20 to 22, suspected of breaking into a ranch annex and stealing five fates, with evidence indicating repeated travel by Ford car. The case nickname mentions amateur burglars and a possible link to fatigue during late hours. Page continuation noted.
Yenard lowe led by Vichad of ly victory tops five teams at Coilithta Gardens in Bentember. Contests in Bi Wradelaca name recipients including Cobbins, Kelly, Morice, O'Connell and Prythidl. Rogan praised as hard worker though trophy night faced trapping issues.
Mrs. William du Mantle, 24, and her husband were injured when a lounter fell from a vehicle. Nearby residents and a local doctor assisted as authorities investigated the scene near HOU Leet. The incident occurred earlier this week, with no clear motive or cause yet determined.
Reports from the Northern Pacific and Montaua offices indicate better and larger winter and spring crops than in several years, with hot weather and drought impacting some districts. Montana expects 15 to 20 percent more ears to move the Montana crops than in 1925, as agents in Butte and other offices assess the season and prepare for shipment.
A fragmented Washington dispatch reports a push against arbitration on the French war debt. The article notes confusion over policy and cites a new French cabinet shaping a stance and American reactions, with Treasury and other officials discussed in speculative terms.
Len Hinton, ex surgeon, was arrested in Boston and charged with murder in the death of Minx Green. He admitted being in Boston from May 1 to 18 but denied knowledge of Green’s death. The body was found on June 13.
The state reports 600 new families joined this year, with officials citing expanded programs. Secretary Berviy Crab head discusses the progress at a press briefing, noting collaborations with county boards to improve services while maintaining oversight and funding expectations.
Fragmentary report notes a student aviator died in a crash during a flight lesson. The incident occurred at a training location at an altitude around 2000 feet, with an instructor or examiner mentioned in early blurbs. Further details are unreadable due to OCR damage.
A severe heat wave sweeps the Middle West and Northwest, claiming about a dozen lives as temperatures soar. Weather officials warn of continuing extreme heat with some relief expected later, prompting warnings and front-page coverage.
Secretary Dwight Linvis arrived at the White House for a visit as President Coolidge prepares to address farm relief questions. Senator Fess, a Republican from Iowa, and other administration figures discussed policy while the president planned a trip to his boyhood home in Wigmouth.
A chaotic report details a second plot to bomb the jail and free prisoners in Chicago. Officials say a dynamite plan was foiled, prisoners were restrained, and a guard was wounded by a diverted telephone line. Authorities seek emergency funds to quell unrest and expand guard presence as investigations continue.
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