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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1902
Page
6
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The fragmentary text lists addresses and venues for The Standard and its Washington bureau. It names J. Morton in charge and provides several city newsstand locations in Chicago San Francisco Los Angeles Denver Salt Lake Spokane Tacoma Seattle and Portland for newspaper distribution.
The article traces Flag Day origins with the 1777 flag creation and 1890 star arrangement changes. It notes the American Flag Association and state proclamations, highlighting nationwide ceremonies and the long ascent from colonial banners to today’s stars and stripes display.
A historical echo frames McKinley’s Buffalo pledge on Cuban reciprocity and sugar tariffs. Roosevelt’s reply aims to honor McKinley’s pledges amid party politics, while critics warn about beet-sugar interests and looming elections. General Chaffee is cited with a water-cure idea for the Philippines.
Senator Aldrich claimed forty five Republican votes could secure the Cuban reciprocity bill. A beet sugar caucus disputed this, prompting further conferences. President Roosevelt sent a personal appeal to the Senate to push the measure, while initial trust expectations clashed with House leadership after McKinley’s death.
The Oregonian condemns delayed action in the pursuit of two escaped convicts Tracy and Merrill. Despite militia and hundreds of armed men, the duo slipped through lines and vanished into southern Clackamas woods, prompting harsh criticism of Oregon authorities and police.
The Senate backed a federal irrigation measure after Amendments were largely rejected by the House committee. President Roosevelt’s advocacy and changing House sentiment are highlighted as pivotal steps, signaling a major policy shift with broad Montana and Northwest implications.
The piece argues that world powers could have avoided war with calm diplomacy and examines the South African conflict. It discusses Britain’s losses and gains, Boer resilience, and the potential future for a South African confederation, warning that pent-up tensions may reemerge.
The Atlanta Constitution laments Marcus Hanna of Ohio as a sad national figure facing widespread belief he seeks the presidency. It argues the public misreads his motives and doubts his political ambition, portraying him as selfless yet tormented by speculation.
Mr Hanna's campaign slogan is Keep on getting well enough alone. The line critiques voters unable to obtain meat due to limited food supply amid a forthcoming campaign. The remark highlights campaign rhetoric and food access issues raised in the paper.
A discussion highlights how trust control over essentials has doubled consumer expenses while incomes remain stagnant, presenting a broad appeal to the public about economic hardship and potential reform.
The Boston Post reports the Philippines will be governed by a continuation of military rule, with a civil government appointed from Washington and authority stemming from the American army. It notes no move toward independence and cites a yearly cost of about $190,000,000 to the American people, questioning the value of the expense.
The Boston Traveler argues the administration has harassed General Miles for months, citing criticism and insinuations against the army commander. It contends his grave fault is honest frankness, which conflicts with war department methods and urges open confrontation of the effort to remove Miles for clarity and public interest.
Detroit Free Press reports from London that Americans without official government ties are not invited to the coronation and cannot buy seats. The piece notes the ancient monarchy’s barriers despite U S wealth and civilization and suggests New York society will only hear second-hand accounts from White Law Reta.
A Chicago Inter Ocean remark thanks all who aid in settling strikes and suggests an LL D and Panama hat for an expert in labor dispute mediation.
The St Louis Globe Democrat notes the coinage maffick to mean celebrating a victory in a tumultuous disorderly fashion. The term derives from Mafeking, illustrating how language continually evolves from unexpected sources.
In a Detroit Free Press item, Senator Hanna nears a tipping point where critics joke about his potential candidacy. The piece frames the comment as a sharp taunt: Ain't he awful.
Cedar Rapids Gazette notes that Americans seek price relief on sugar and propose sharing profits with the trust, regardless of broader Cuba concessions. The piece frames public appetite for favorable terms and fair distribution of gains.
In contrast to old legends, Atlanta readers hear of a modern danger as cars dominate headlines. The boom in automobile use raises concerns over safety and repairs amid growing traffic.
William S. Devery, former New York City police chief, started a real estate office and recently bought a lot valued at 150000 dollars in his personal capacity. A will bequest from Gen Charles H. T. Collis leaves two regimental flags to rest in Gen Ulysses S. Grant's tomb. In Richmond Virginia, Poe’s former editing office of the Southern Literary Messenger is still standing and may receive a commemorative tablet.
A British ambassador nicknamed Mungo Herbert puzzles friends while Moody says no return run is planned. Miguel Antonio Otero, born in St Louis, governs New Mexico. Horatio Parker of Yale to compose for Norwich festival. H H Vreeland jokes on shaving. Charles F. Lummis funds Indian education yearly. David Crosby Foster, Poughkeepsie Savings Bank president, believed oldest active banker.
The president continues his routine, working at his desk each morning until the bank closes at 3 o'clock, after recently turning his 3d birthday. He was elected director in 1856 and became president on July 1, 1877. Professor Virchow, now over 80, gained fame 60 years ago after a government typhus mission in upper Silesia and European notice. Japan plans a cryptomeria avenue 50 miles long from Namanda to Nikko, with trees 130 to 150 feet tall and 12 to 15 feet in girth.
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