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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1922
Page
4
The article discusses astronomers near Mars to study canals and civilization while debating whether Mars hosts intelligent life. It notes the harsh climate as a barrier and mentions radio enthusiasts and Marconi’s reports about possible interplanetary signals, with expectations of future interplanetary communications.
Butte selects the Finlen site for a long-promised hotel, placing it in the heart of the business district. The project gains momentum with a strong committee from banks and business leaders, signaling swift financing and construction and a revived city faith.
A twenty year view shows Fourth of July dangers from fire and explosions and urges strict enforcement of ordinances. Celebrate with bands flags veterans and speeches while avoiding harmful firecrackers and toy pistols to protect life property and peace.
Astronomers and radiologists worldwide watch Mars after the planet neared Earth on June 18, coming within about 42 million miles. Scientists plan continued intensive observation of its appearance and supposed intellectual development as Mars remains relatively close for several days. In 1924 Mars will come even nearer at roughly 35 million miles, renewing speculation and study.
A mass meeting of progressive Republicans in San Francisco endorsed Charles G. Moore for Hiram Johnson’s Senate seat amid claims Johnson’s faction is derailed by insurgents. The piece mocks Johnson’s camp, notes infighting with Hearst allies, and imitates sharp political jabs about Russia and Congress.
The Finlen hotel site selection sparked strong demand for concessions and privileges from barbers hat check and menu card ideas. Prominent figures and politicians have frequented the hotel since its 1888 beginnings under William McDermott later run by Miles Finlen and now Jim Finlen offering a historic public hub with the copper roof prediction as a centerpiece.
Irish fighting continues with small artillery and machine guns used by the attackers. Walls breached at Four Courts but no assault on the building. Casualties appear few relative to the fighting. seven killed and about twenty wounded reported. Irregulars numbered in hundreds, with Free State forces evacuating and then occupying prearranged positions. De Valera and colleagues remained at republican HQ in Suffolk Street and offered no statement.
In CETINJE Montenegro a government premium for male births is reported as a response to a skewed birth ratio after war losses. The piece notes female births outnumber males and mentions appeals to the American Red Cross for medicine to “make a boy.” It also references air passenger service plans and a long local reminiscence about Oak Park and a Butte hotel, tying in historic figures and events from the era.
The Butte Duluth and Bullwhacker mining interests consolidate under a new 40 year Montana corporation. Officers, bond issues, and receivership details outline plans to operate the mines, attract hundreds of workers, and transfer title to bond holders. The Bundy group east of Butte includes several claims with copper ore promising future value and potential deep vein development.
In Constantinople Turkish women embrace modified athletics and indoor gymnasiums. At the annual May sports, two Constantinople girls completed a 35 mile cross country walk in nine hours, setting a Turkish record.
A letter from M. and St. Paul Railway President HB Byram urges employees to stay at work despite a potential strike. He notes the government role of the United States railroad labor board, emphasizes the company’s need to repair cars and locomotives, and argues a prolonged disruption would harm both workers and the firm amid forestalling crops and revival.
Amid political tensions a new principal candidate, Jesse G. Ragsdale, 32, receives strong endorsements from university authorities and Professor Douglass. Trustees press to keep politics out of school affairs and focus on educational questions. The San Francisco civil service move grants John McLaren a 60 percent salary rise at age 70.
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