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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jul 24, 1919
Page
13
Drought tightens its grip across southern Montana with grass and water scarce. Heat peaks reach over 100 degrees followed by cooler spells. frost returns in mountains. Stock conditions deteriorate as grain and water erode, haying slow, corn stalled, and light showers fail to ease the drought.
HbueNA July 23. The case of many Sonik of Hutte puzzles the state compensation board. He was injured in May 1917 when a blast near By blew a rock through a bunkhouse roof at Mast Butte, and he became unable to work while drawing compensation. Doctors differ on fitness to work, leading to unresolved determinations.
Lewistown July 23 report by County Assessor Albert T Miller shows Fergus county 1918 valuations at 107 852 006 exclusive of railroads with railroads added by state board total around 3 000 000 under old system. New plan yields significant solvent credits including jewelry autos and poultry with diverse land and mineral values totaling 73 029 000 plus mining and personal property figures.
On August 4 a harvest moon excursion will depart from Polson beach aboard the Klondis Barge steamer for a lake cruise with dancing music and refreshments. The steamer and barge are chartered by Mr Harbert and operated by the Ladies' Civic League. All proceeds over expenses go to a worthy object.
July report from Great Falls states Herman Jes entered a guilty plea to charges after a fire destroyed his farm home and contents. He was jailed in default of $1000 bond. The blaze allegedly involved 200 miles on Conrad.
In Plentywood Judge Comer set a 250 fine after I.T. Ker'at pleaded guilty to the charge of blind digging. The defendant faced a promise of maximum limits under the law for the next offense.
Harvey P. Griffin owner of a 900 acre stock farm in Fortune and former editor of The Montana Farmer visited Libby to assess grazing for Eastern Montana cattle owners. He concluded thousands of head could find ample pasturage in the Kootenai valley after investigating conditions there.
Ayegate July 28 George 10 son a longtime South Bench rancher died suddenly at his home after a brief illness attributed to an ulcerated tooth causing neuralgia of the heart. He leaves a wife five children a mother and three sisters in Canada and the Dakotas. The deceased was 11 years old.
Libby reports closure of a deal for the Burlingham sawmill on Parmenter creek idle for years. Purchasers expect repairs and machinery work costing about 20000 dollars to restart operations, with 40 to 50 men to be employed once running.
Bozeman July 23 Gallatin county plans a Victory celebration on August 14 during the Elks State convention and Wild West Show. Entertainment for World War veterans is free with a parade and other features in the works. The event is tied to the county fair and Chamber of Commerce efforts. An executive committee led by Dr G Berthot of Bozeman will organize subcommittees with members from Manhattan Belgrade Three Forks Willow Creek and Bozeman to handle finance parade veterans reception and speakers.
Mrs. Josephine Ruedin wed Mr. L. W. Campbell in Butte and plan to reside there. Tourists flood Twin Bridges as Yellowstone access attracts travelers. George D. Selway attends to business. his cottage sale to Teese Cook noted. Private James Bertoglio and Lieut. John Bertoglio visit their twin ranch home. both are Butte natives.
Polson on July 23 reports Justice Lambeth ruled for Frank Ellsworth in a civil suit against Claude Tiffany for 460. The dispute centered on a contract related to logins. Bozeman guests B J Owenhouse and family joined Charles E Miller of Butte in Polson for a weekend at Grand View hotel. Civic league released income and expense figures from the Victory celebration noting meals and prize money totaling 222.95, with 47.21 remaining in the treasury after library and rest room costs.
London reports the coal miners strike entering its fourth day with about 250000 workers idle. Ten thousand walked out in Nottingham and Derby, 10000 in Monmouth, and 7500 in Lancashire returned to work to avert danger. Prime Minister Lloyd George and cabinet members debated with the Triple Alliance of labor behind closed doors as 217 to 11 approved demands against conscription Russian campaigns and military intervention in trade disputes.
In Helena on July 23 the coming special session dominates discussion. Debates focus on duration and cost with eight days and about 25000 dollars cited by some, others propose relief for drought victims and possible topics like a Butte profiteer inquiry.
The conference reports progress toward unification of church work and allocation of church communities. The allocation committee is studying how to reach communities without church influence and develop them. A report on the procedure is expected at the conference Thursday.
Brief note reports Helena lawns event marked by a small drink ceremony. Permissions were noted as pending for tomorrow, with organizers awaiting final approvals. Local residents expect a simple gathering to honor the occasion.
Otis Skinner drew a packed house in Butte as he portrayed Colonel Bridau with bold fealty to Bonaparte and rough vigor. Evelyn Warden starred as Piera Brazier, while the plot traced rival schemes for Uncle Joseph Bridau’s wealth. The production blended danger and comedy as Skinner navigated dramatic crises with deft gesture. A rival duel and a Paris prison flash the tale, ending with a sensational asylum note as the scene shifts.
Washington July 23 Congress was asked by Secretary Lane for a $500000 special appropriation to battle fires in Montana Idaho and Washington. He said Idaho reports show fires cannot be extinguished without heavy rain and authorized use of $40000 for land office field service. Foresters in Missoula warn of worsening wind conditions endangering St. Regis with Henderson and Cold Creek fires nearby. About 2500 fighters are engaged district wide with 412 fires since June 10. 400000 acres burned, Montana 225000 dollars damage, timber losses high. more manpower promised as jobs to willing workers are offered.
The forestry department reported that the fire in the Lear Trap canyon east of Madison had not spread significantly since yesterday. Nine crews were on scene with E. Bodley stating Gallatin forest remains out of danger and that conditions could be controlled with a fair break in luck.
Three crews of 200 men each battle a 16 mile front along Ashley Lake in the Blackfeet national forest near Glacier National Park as rain is cited as the sole hope for control. The blaze has consumed about 15 000 acres with crews laboring 18 hours daily. Flathead forest officials say the situation rivals the 1910 outbreak and remains out of control.
A fragmented report from NX on July 13 describes townsfolk and firefighters fighting a blaze that threatened the town's core. Early claims said the fire would burn out, with renewed hope as crews battled through intense heat and shifting winds.
The federal employment bureau reports not enough men to battle fires near Butte. Although 61 workers were sent out yesterday, officials say many more are needed as the Homestake fire remains uncontrolled. High winds drive rapid spread, and Deer Lodge National Forest officials warn shortages hinder response. Fort Stanger oversees Northern Pacific dispatches under Gierich's charge.
Great Falls July 28 Shipment of men to fight fires in the national forest continued from this city today. Supervisor W B Willey of the Jefferson forest sent two shipments. One consisting of 40 men was sent to Missoula and one of 25 went to Coram. Local labor shortage limited men available at nearby point.
Washington July 23 federal labor leaders say Thomas J Mooney was unjustly tried and framed by corporate interests in San Francisco A labor official cited perjury by a key witness and said district attorney Pickert manipulated the case Mooney was acquitted on July 27 1917 and again in October prompting calls for new trials and reforms. Minnesota labor delegates reject a general strike planned for September 1 in protest of Mooney conviction.
LIVERPOOL July 28. The strike among the dock workers disrupts port operations causing chaos with more than 200 ships affected. Sailings are canceled or indefinitely postponed including the Scotian with 2,000 passengers ready to sail to Montreal, and the Adriatic and Orduna bound for New York with schedules postponed.
Pacific Telephone and Telegraph Company operators and linemen ended a strike of more than a month, allowing Vernera telephones of San Francisco and at least four other coast points to resume service today.
J C Doss of Spokane praises Tanlac after a year of stomach distress and fatigue. He says prior to Tanlac his appetite failed, sour stomach caused gas, and dizziness limited mobility. After three bottles his appetite returned, digestion improved, gas and breathlessness ceased, and energy returned to Normal. Tanlac is sold in Anaconda by Fuller Drug and in Butte by Newbro Drug.
An advertisement promotes a hair product promising lasting curl without frizz. It touts all day hold, dryness, and a shiny finish, claiming the formula helps maintain styled curls through daily wear.
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