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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1919
Page
1
In downtown Columbus a seven story building fire killed several and left many trapped. Dozens of women and children leapt to nets and into arms of rescuers as flames raged through the structure. Police and fire crews fought the blaze for hours while identifying victims and locating missing tenants.
President Julius H Barnes of the United States grain corporation denied reports of a 25 million bushel Canadian wheat purchase. He said arrangements were made for a moderate Canadian supply and emphasized equitable distribution as the greatest problem for U S elevators and farms in the Northwest.
In St John s Newfoundland on May 5 Harry G Hawker and Captain FP Raynham British aviators pursuing transatlantic glory joined forces to locate a flexible airfield. They complain of continued adverse winds and aim to find a site allowing a four winged aircraft to hop off in any direction regardless of wind.
The Associated Press describes Bolshevist rule during Soviet occupation across Ufa Bellebel and Bugulma, reporting widespread murder robbery and persecution. Hostages including Count Peter Tolstoi reportedly disappeared and executions occurred after coerced verdicts by a partisan commission.
Washington D C court of appeals hears cases on railroad telegraph and telephone rate disputes from North Dakota South Dakota Kansas and Michigan amid briefs from Pennsylvania Ohio Detroit and Baltimore. The proceedings drew broad attention as officials debate regulatory bases for charges and national policy.
The Canadian Pacific liner Mont eagle reached Victoria from Vladivostok with 56 officers and 208 men of the Canadian forces who served in Siberia. Remaining Canadians in Siberia will sail home on the Empress of Japan and Empress of Russia. Weather notes forecast generally fair for Montana with light rain in central regions Tuesday and in eastern areas Wednesday.
In a concise eye captured briefing, references to World War I reparations emerge with Germany to pay for instigating the conflict. The piece notes ongoing discussions among European powers including figures like Signor Orlando and mentions Italy, Belgium, and the Dalmatian coast in the context of postwar accord negotiations.
New York May 5 reports Spanish soprano Aladame de Cisneros involved in a controversial event in Brooklyn. She allegedly traded a kiss for one thousand dollars and hundreds of Victory loan subscriptions, drawing attention from forty institutions.
Gottney von Jagow former German foreign minister, in a new book, claims Germany used a fake French sortie as wartime pretext. He cites alleged incursions reported incorrectly by staff and criticizes Berlin’s rejection of earlier alliance offers with Great Britain.
New York May 5 A group of naval aviators are ready to launch early tomorrow to cross the Atlantic with hydroplanes NC-1 NC-4 and possibly NC-3 The NC-1 suffered a starboard fire and damage but mechanics worked over 18 hours to restore it The NC-4 was fully repaired by mid afternoon Two crewmen Ensign Hugh Adams and Chief Mac Harold Corey were killed in the earlier crash but crews remain undeterred The mission faces weather and technical hurdles but is expected to proceed with dawn tests
Washington reports the removal of wartime export restrictions on silver bullion and the free market price set at 81.01% per ounce. The treasury secretary indicates no further sales beyond mint activity unless conditions change, with the move expected to influence world prices as the U.S. price leads.
New York on May 5 reports the deaths of Hugh J Adams of Pittsburg and Chief Machinist Harold Corey of Scranton when their NC aircraft dived 400 feet into a hydrogen gas tank at Rockaway Beach naval air station. The crash halted only briefly as repair crews noted the plane’s nose dive after the engine died. Flight crews prepared to resume operations for the Newfoundland voyage, with Lt. Commander A C Read directing the NC 1 and Byrd slated for additional flights.
The Associated Press reports in Basle that Vienna dispatch confirms the unconditional surrender of the Hungarian government. Newsdesk notes the surrender follows continued pressure and marks a significant turn in the regional conflict.
Tuesday, May 6. British troops charged a forbidden gathering in Armiens Ireland wounding several as armored cars moved in to take control of the area. The incident marks a forceful suppression of public assembly by military units.
The article describes the May ceremonies at Versailles for handing the peace treaty to the Germans. It notes President Wilson and Premiers Clemenceau and Lloyd George visiting the Trianon, press access arrangements, and anticipated German representation. It also mentions potential German recall if Versailles delays continue and lists expected attendees from allied nations and press correspondents.
Chicago May 5 The city council passed a resolution urging Mayor Thompson and Chief Garrity to prevent the IWW convention from being held in the city. The body stated it would not direct police to stop the meeting but opposed hosting the gathering under IWW auspices. The convention began with only seven delegates present. Haywood and other IWW leaders, released on bonds, face terms likely to bar future IWW officeholding. The move signals a possible split in IWW ranks and reflects tension over loyalty during wartime.
London reports General Pershing will head the troops en route from France to the United States and salute King George at Buckingham Palace. The Daily Mail says it will be a pride to honor the men who fought at Chateau Thierry and broke the German line in the Argonne.
Washington May 5 Senator Poindexter of Washington Republican declared that the peace conference surrender of Japan territory in the Shantung peninsula exposes the League of Nations as hypocritical. He warned the League becomes an instrument of oppression and questioned its purpose and necessity if supreme sacrifices are demanded in return for benefits.
The Standard Today reports on a dismissed case and local governance topics in Butte. Officials outline policies as the retiring mayor receives attention. Soldiers arrive from a regional movement, with mining news and general updates affecting Butte’s civic scene.
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