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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1926
Page
8
The city completes regrading and rolling of two dirt road stretches on eastern and western approaches under Street Commissioner Albert Powdrill. About 8,000 gallons of oil will be used, with total cost around $650 for oil and labor. Mayor C W Smith says the upgrade reduces prior weekly repair costs and dust, aided by county equipment.
Mrs Shelby Tillman a colored matron who ran a boarding house died suddenly at her home 16 East Park avenue yesterday afternoon after feeling ill at noon. Alfred Rhodes a boarder saw her in great agony and ran to call a physician but she died before help could arrive. Police and custodian Alex Smith were notified.
The coroner ordered the body moved to P. J. Finnegan morgue and did not state if an inquest would be held. Mrs. Tillman, born in Alabama 87 years ago, was well known in the city's colored colony. Survived by a mother and daughter in Huntsville, Ala, with funeral plans awaiting word.
In a city common game the Ramblers defeated the Foundry Sluggers 12 to 2. Lites Pritchard contributed for Foundry while Shorty Thomas and Laughlin led the Ramblers. Standings show Junior and Senior leagues with schedules revised to include Oak Specials Gregors and others. finals clip last week of August.
Chicago July 29 The scratching of Crusader and Blondie from the American Derby at Washington Park reduced the field to nine horses for the $100,000 renewal on Saturday. Display, Ragenbaggage, Boot-to-Chicago, Black Maris, Smiling Bolton, Russell Gardner and Open Hand were listed as likely starters though Ragenbaggage and Chicago might still withdraw before the start.
C C Davis of Billings Montana a well known live stock man praises Karnak medicine for curing indigestion gas pain sour stomach and dizziness after meals. He notes rapid relief and stronger sleep reporting Karnak made a new man of him with improved digestion and energy. Sold in Butte and Anaconda and by leading druggists in towns and villages.
Anaconda hosts the tenth annual Montana state golf tournament with the largest turnout yet. Delegations from most Montana clubs and several smaller ones are expected, led by Butte and Anaconda. Notable entrants include Dr Longeway Dana Tracy Blakeslee and Prof Johnson from Great Falls, plus numerous players from Helena Miles City Kalispell and Livingston. The event promises wide participation despite a concurrent Shriners convention in Bozeman.
Mrs Harriette Lycette presents a free lecture on adolescence this afternoon and evening at the Y M C A in Butte, discussing the emotional and physical changes of teen girls, and urging mothers and college women to attend. The talk promises practical guidance for mothers and educators.
Aynette stresses the intense need for proper home conditions and links effects to causes. She argues parents fail to prepare for right living and cannot transmit better standards. Lack of knowledge on guiding and shaping a wholesome environment is a common trouble, not material poverty.
A reflective piece explores how life within homes shapes the personality of a child, drawing on everyday scenes and parental dynamics. It emphasizes intimate moments, values, and attitudes that form the child’s sense of self.
Hugh Murphy local manager of Texas Oil will chair the weekly luncheon at the New Finlen hotel. Maurice Yardling of the Butte Daily Post will give a 10 minute talk on the club and several new members will be invited in. Stunts and musical numbers are planned and all members are urged to be prompt.
Tonight patrons at the Gardens ballroom enjoy a special musical program by Bob Larson's Hollywood orchestra featuring Max Bouquet arrangements. The big dance leads a trio of nights this week with surprise dances on Saturday and Sunday evenings. Mountain View Methodist Church schedules its annual picnic at Pipestone Springs on August 18, announced by Northern Pacific offices.
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