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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1917
Page
1
A brief, decisive setback thwarts a Russian offensive, signaling another year of conflict. The collapse reshapes tactical prospects and prolongs the war effort with strategic and geopolitical implications.
Washington reports a discouraging war outlook as Russia’s collapse frees German troops for the west. Observers say a bold allied push would require massive army and navy operations to outflank along the Belgian coast, a costly option with uncertain success and high casualties.
War may extend as Russians resist. Aug service plans for some fighters. Butte strike situation and new honors for John D. Ryan. Montana awaits orders as crop prospects stay poor. Anaconda reports, Pythian meetings, and social notes. Incendiary fire damage, German U-boat reports, and Mooney acquittal referenced. Mayor backs auto club support amid mining and markets. Classified ads and real estate items noted.
Washington July 25 The Senate finance committee discussed how much of the looming 5 000 000 000 war bill to cover with taxes and which commodities to tax. They expect the total to rise from 1 679 000 000 to about 2 600 000 000 or more, with new bonds. Some favor higher taxes and less indebtedness while others seek only modest increases. The committee backs income and excess profits taxes with minor sources, and debates await the Senate.
Cape Breton July 26 sixty two miners were killed by an explosion in the Dominion Coal company's colliery at New Waterford. Rescue teams recovered thirty two bodies many mangled as gas fumes hindered operations. The disaster, the worst in Cape Breton mining history, left rescuers exhausted and one young rescuer died after returning to duty.
Troops around Tarnopol pull back under pressure as regiments endure stubborn resistance near Stanislawe. Russian forces retreat south of Tarnopol while Austro German advances press in Eastern Galicia. German reports note wide retirements but artillery remains a threat and munitions seized signal strategic stakes.
Washington July 25 Preparations for actual mobilization for the national army moved forward as local election boards began examination summons. The process aims to select qualified registered men for military service and transfer them to training cantonments by early September. Provost Marshal General Crowder outlined that boards act to select, not exempt, and that most men will be deemed fit for service with exemptions limited to disability or dependents. Soldiers then come under army orders and must comply, with transport arrangements to cantonments to be decided.
An intensely interesting story of Ambassador Gerard's four years in Germany. The narrative will be published in installments daily and Sunday for about six weeks, detailing events, impressions, and experiences from his tenure.
The Standard segment this Sunday August 3 invites readers to subscribe to learn Mr Gerard's explanations of the factors that led to the war. The piece emphasizes his perspective and urges engagement through subscription.
The July action shows the House sending a food control bill to Congress with a blanket rule to oppose war expenditures. Democrats push a special rule to force action while Republicans secure support to invoke then-president pro tempore's rule. The scene involves wheat price talks and continued use of foodstuffs in manufacturing amid opposition from President Wilson.
London July 25 the British Admiralty reports a rise in shipping losses for the week with twenty one vessels over 1 000 tons sunk by mines or submarines and three ships over 1 600 tons sunk. A total of 32 British merchant ships were unsuccessfully attacked, while seven fishing vessels fell to mines or submarines. The totals mark a higher weekly toll than the prior report, with several large ships lost and fishing boats also sunk.
An amateur aviator named Reich ten, flying an air plane of his own design, fell about 1,000 feet over Staten Island. He sustained a broken leg, broken jaw, and numerous cuts and bruises but survived the crash with a miraculous escape.
Several hundred miners go back to work as mining unions report a substantial increase in wakes and pay days. Morning shifts resume with many reporting for duty. night shifts expected to follow. Leadership discussed wage variances and a potential referendum if needed to maintain terms amid tensions with operators and local councils.
Washington July 25. Wilson named John D. Montana to succeed Edward Hare as resident War Council leader. John D. Montana, president of Anaconda Copper Mining Company, recently volunteered for Red Cross work and joined as a director general of relief efforts.
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