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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1902
Page
4
Public notice lists daily and Sunday subscription options with prices for one year six months three months and one month plus a Sunday only rate. The rates appear for advance payment and indicate the newspaper as second class mail matter at Anaconda.
Postage rates detail 19 to 16 page editions cost one cent, 2) to 82 page editions two cents, 36 to 48 page editions three cents. Papers sent to Europe pay double the above rates. For other foreign countries, inquire at the office.
Small fragment lists telephone numbers for Anaconda Main Office and Editorial Rooms with partial entries and unclear digits. The incomplete text includes Business Office and Editorial Rooms references but no full numbers or context.
The Standard lists branch offices at Butte Missoula and Great Falls where advertising rates are furnished on application.
A clipped notice from the Bee Bureau lists offices at 150 Nassau street and 87 Washington street with W J Morton in charge and routing details for daily service. The entry appears as a partial address listing within the Post Building section.
The article notes after McKinley’s assassination public demand for protective legislation grew, but Congress remains split with no consensus on new measures. It argues existing law suffices and questions adding a bodyguard provision, while praising the swift handling of Czolgosz.
The piece jokes about coronation etiquette noting chairs lack dinguses for coronets and suggests holding the coronet between the thumb and forefinger as the most dignified method. It warns against hanging it on the chandelier or placing it over the left ear and mocks using a shopping bag as improper form.
Harrisburg prepares for a Republican convention to choose a candidate as Elkin battles Quay influence. Elkin, once allied with Quay, claims the people’s choice but faces the machine’s likely control of delegates and outcome. Some delegates vow to resist, potentially altering the race.
The Standard can be found at news stands in Chicago San Francisco Los Angeles Denver Salt Lake Spokane Tacoma Seattle and Portland. Mentioned addresses include 422 South Main Street in Los Angeles 108 North Howard in Spokane and 1.8 Pacific Avenue in Tacoma. General correspondence to the Anaconda Montana office is noted.
The piece argues against using past Panama canal scandals to decide the best route. It notes political corruption exists in both Panama and Nicaragua plans, suggesting the Panama case is not clearly superior and that route choice hinges on physical and practical factors rather than past graft.
The article critiques Congress for dithering on a unified law to punish presidential assassinations. It contrasts past calls from 1865 with today’s stalled effort, noting continuous amendments and cross‑chamber disagreements that hinder decisive action at the highest levels of government.
A London dispatch notes 18 days until Edward VII's coronation with vivid remarks on the king's golden robe and ceremonial order. Report highlights concerns of peeresses over coronets and the impracticalities of regal display during daily activities.
Allan Cogswell of Ellenboro, a wealthy county figure, has invited guests to a dinner at his home four miles from Ellenboro promising them the chance to witness a man take his own life. The rumor stirs local curiosity amid other international and national anecdotes.
From the St. Louis Republic the article argues the republic’s strong ties to Cuban liberty, claiming armed interference secured Cuba’s freedom and that honoring trade obligations would affirm an unblemished American record in history.
The Dallas News notes Senator Jones has visited Cuba and believes the republic could enjoy a good life if it lasts two years. He cites fluctuating skies and past promises kept or broken as lessons, and concludes with a pragmatic habit of tying a string to forecasts.
Former Congressman John Allen likens a political platform to a passenger car platform built to get on not to stand on. He argues the trust question is too serious to be a diversion for thimble rigging politicians and doubts if Ohio politicians truly represent the Republican party today.
From the Minneapolis Journal, it discusses the long-standing belief that it is the state's duty to educate its children and that educated citizens have built the United States into a great compact nation, noting the teachers of America play a key role in this effort.
A Chicago Inter-Ocean tribute portrays Paul Kruger as the most pathetic figure, dying of a broken heart after Boer leadership collapses. It chronicles his rise from cornet to president and his iron will for independence, now fading as British rule settles.
The passage notes that the country is shaped by broader forces beyond iron masters and steel workers, transcending prominent groups such as kings of transportation, trust magnates, presidents, and statesmen.
An editor recalls a car quarrel where after a heated exchange Mr C called him a liar and fists flew. The fight moved to the aisle with others joining, they were separated by a conductor and passengers, and the incident concluded without further detail.
Central Park’s landscape architect proposes spreading two feet of soil in every section to preserve the park. Soil must come from Long Island or New Jersey, not Manhattan, to keep vegetation lush. Estimated cost reaches $700,000, with 7 acres in the park and about 300 acres total including parkways and lakes. Dirt delivery at 75 cents per load drives the total.
The Boston Herald reports a suburban shopper in Tremont and Temple who appeared hatless yet wore a white satin bow and ornamented comb. She carried gloves and a Boston bag full of parcels, prompting passersby to check if she was a shop maiden or a real shopper.
Hallett Kilbourne has been declared of unsound mind and sent to St Elizabeths hospital for the insane in Washington. Once a leading Washington real estate broker, he gained prominence about two years ago with a $100,000 damage suit against the House sergeant at arms for false arrest and imprisonment. The jury awarded the full amount sought but the sum was later reduced to $28,000 and paid by Congress.
While editor of the Overland Monthly Bret Harte wrote a playful earthquake skit. Eastern correspondents were told to tone it down but Harte did not receive the notice. The piece angered voters and cost him support from key trustee William C. Ralaton and his bid for a chair at the State university failed.
Mr Asquith stated that almost every member of the current British cabinet including the prime minister had previously worked for the press, citing their careers before entering government. He spoke at a recent press banquet outlining this common background among leaders.
A compilation of quips and jokes from newspapers including The Atlanta Constitution Chicago Post Chicago Record Herald and Chicago Tribune. Headlines poke fun at preachers vacations weather discussions and playful classroom moments with lighthearted punchlines.
Henry M Flagler builds a private Palm Beach home with the largest pipe organ for a private residence in the United States. Dr Schubert of Berlin finds several unknown Sappho poems in a damaged sixth or seventh century manuscript from the Berlin museum Peapyri collection. Dr Isaac E Emerson to return mid June after world tour and yacht Margaret first to Bombay.
The piece notes cat's-eye as a preferred stone for men’s year, favors a simple scarfpin setting, and warns against overmatching with diamonds. It also offers a boiled rice with fried bananas recipe and describes ecru chiffon neck ruffs with lace details. An egg shampoo recipe is briefly listed.
The excerpt describes egg based hair rinses with yolk and white options for different hair conditions, followed by a safe oiling guidance and a recommendation for vegetable oils. It also details dainty fichus and chiffon descriptions, plus summer flannel waists with fine textures and color stripes.
A street fight in St Paul broke out after insults toward women. Three citizens clashed with about 380 Italian immigrants using pistols and shotguns amid the mob violence. One assailant was gravely wounded and a man was reported to have died.
A camp on the Chicago Great Western road near the Concord street car line saw four men wounded in a pistol and shotgun volley. A. Roberge and N. Marcotte suffered severe injuries, with Roberge dying soon after. Fred Wayman and Joseph St. Dore were also wounded as Italian laborers fired from behind trees. Police arrested 20 Italians. motive unclear.
It is believed Charles Hill who died in Los Angeles leaving an unclaimed fortune of 142000 dollars is really Michael Hill, a former Milwaukee man who disappeared 19 years ago.
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