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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jul 31, 1920
Page
4
The Anaconda Standard discusses shifting loyalties as Democrats abandon the old party and some Republicans sulk. It notes the rise of minor groups including the Good Templars and prohibitionists, while major parties oppose a whiskey soaked nation and quip that several parties only waste votes.
The State Press notes Montana editors gathered in Helena for the annual meeting. It lauds press influence in turning a vast waste land into a productive empire, cites public spirit, and argues editors contribute to state progress despite modest finances.
The article notes the next Congress will not meet in regular session for 13 months after census counts but could convene an extraordinary session before December. It argues unfinished business from the current Congress and a packed legislative docket, with new members joining after March 1, will shape a busy period amid evolving national conditions.
The piece argues that after the $600,000,000 wage increase, railroads must raise revenues to stay viable. It contends that equipment needs and other costs justify higher charges, predicting passengers may pay more than 3 cents per mile and shippers higher freight fees as the industry struggles to finance operations.
A reflection on the old political campaigns describing a two party race between Republicans and Democrats with no third parties. It notes the cordial competition and contrasts the current era with earlier fall campaigns and the heated rhetoric that once existed.
Henry M. Hyde analyzes elections under direct primaries across states. He finds low turnout, minority rule, and high costs, with Montana showing a pattern of candidates signaling candidacy early while the public sleeps. The piece notes Louisiana’s high primary turnout where nomination equals election and fears that a few aggressive nominees can override majority choice.
The Lewistown area shows a 10-year population rise of about 104.5 percent to 6,120 officially, with suburbs and undercounting pushing estimates near 7,000. The era of closer Americas trade growth is noted, citing Montevideo ship traffic rising from three in 1914 to 154 last year, and 103 already this year, amid proposed transandine rail linking northern Chile to Buenos Aires to cut shipment times.
The General Reserve Board notes the wool industry remains depressing for growers. Prices are down about 30 percent from January Philadelphia levels. Philadelphia and Boston show little demand and much wool on consignment. Plants shutter, and no near improvement is seen until after the presidential election.
The writer recalls a melancholic old song about sorrow and deceit, contrasting it with a modern scene of a gay bachelor advising his pretty niece. A stern mentor urges the niece to value conscience and self respect, warning that true love never compromises a woman’s standing or right and wrong.
A collage of quips and jokes from outlets like the Boston Globe and Boston American plus a Louisville Courier-Journal gag line. Amid the items a Seldom Happens note reports a boy believing in the cherry tree tale. Mary Lunt’s handbag containing $1200 is recovered intact by a property clerk after a boy turned it in.
A collage of brief newspaper quotes from Cleveland to Baltimore, reflecting mixed views on U S leadership and politics. Highlights include opinions on presidential power, international conferences, party strategies, railroad revenue, and public sentiment about progress.
Chesterton argues against abolishing fairy tales in the August Hearst's Magazine. He critiques ornate language and praises plain speech, using Cinderella as example and urging translations into simple English. He also laments modern adults’ verbose, aimless talk and overlong expressions.
A 24 year old item recalls the campaign cry by Diane for a slogan during a Missoulian campaign. The reminiscence reflects political discourse and the role of slogans in past elections.
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