Anaconda Standard masthead and postal details
The Anaconda Standard company imprint lists publishing offices, advertising representation in New York and Chicago, and subscription rates for daily and Sunday editions. It provides distribution hubs in several cities and notes general business correspondence routed to the Standard Publishing Company in Anaconda, Montana.
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Fitztam J. Morton Co
New York
Birth Avenue
Chicago—Tribune
North Ammerica
Avance
Montana
Hotaling’s
Broadway
Chicago Congress Hotel
St Paul
St. Marie
Wester Way
Spokane
Siuback
Walt
Rivrete
Arrival of American destroyers at Queenstown signals readiness
On May 17 1917 reports confirm American destroyers reached Queenstown and are ready for immediate naval duties. Officials kept details secret while newspapers aligned with government safety cautions, noting the fleet’s smooth crossing and preparations begun en route. The notable exchange with a British commander underscored American resolve to join Allied operations at once.
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Atlantic
Queenstown
Hitory
New York
Arthur James Balfour
Britain
Big City
Washington
City Hall
Universal training policy debated in Congress
The nation weighs universal training as a fixed policy, while the current conscription bill serves only as wartime emergency. Debate centers on replacing the volunteer system with universal military drill for all youths in peace.
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United States
Congress
Early Forest Fires Spark Worry Across Montana
The article notes several forest fires early in the season in Jefferson County and the Madison Gallatin region of Montana. It cites an unusually heavy snow year and questions how much timber loss may rise if fires spread as weather warms, warning of escalating damage.
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Montana
Jefferson County
Madison- Gallatin
Liberty Bonds and War Effort Urged Amid Timber Fire Warnings
The article urges strong fire precautions in timber lands as campers return. It then appeals to Americans to fund the War through Liberty Bonds, stressing United States government security, tax exemption, and high interest history. It notes 3% bonds offering same security as postal notes, and argues citizens should invest to support national effort.
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United States
United States of America
War Taxes Are Far From Law Yet Involving Changes Ahead
The war tax bill is not law and will be altered before final passage. House Ways and Means draft and ongoing debate suggest many changes before it reaches the Senate. While pains vary, universal taxes are expected as war costs demand funding through broad levies.
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Ways and Means Committee
House of Representatives
House
Senate
Colleges Shorten Terms as Men Enlist for War
The article notes many colleges cut terms or close early due to students enlisting and war. Fewer male students are expected this fall while instructors and professors join the armed forces, believing service to the nation outweighs teaching. The piece reflects concern over campus operations and the impact on higher education.
Patriotism Shines in Colleges Across the Nation
Teachers and students in colleges display a high level of patriotism that inspires the country and reflects well on educational institutions. This showcase highlights civic spirit amid academic life and suggests a strong moral tone within campuses nationwide.
Cornell Village Health Survey Urges Vaccination Drive
In Cornell Wisconsin a survey by the local and state health officers finds 428 unvaccinated children and recent diphtheria scarlet fever and tuberculosis cases. The plan calls for universal vaccination, typhoid shots, improved sanitation in the northwest district, and use of village water over polluted wells.
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Wisconsin
Cornell
Baltimore engineer claims invention ends submarine menace
Emil Gathmann, a Baltimore engineer, is reported to have discovered an invention to end the submarine menace. William, head of the naval consulting board, announced the claim. Gathmann refused to discuss details or age but said the invention will eliminate the German U boat within three or four months. He warned no further statements may be made.
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Emil Gathmann
Baltimore
Definders
Naval Consulting Board
Gathmann
Village Health Survey Sparks Fly Control Debate
A 1917 Cornell area survey reports 123 families dispose of garbage on the ground and 215 fly breeding places in the village. It notes 118 houses fully screened and urges manure and privy abatement, improved sewage, drainage, and water supply, with emphasis on home ownership vs renting.
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W. A. Boat
Paper patterns and wartime fashion economy guidance
A 1917 McClure Syndicate piece argues wartime economies will boost paper pattern use while some women turn to ready made clothing. It notes many readers fail to study pattern directions before cutting, and urges careful alterations per pattern books to save material and money.
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McCluren
Humor of the Day snippets and light crowd remarks
A collection of humorous exchanges and cartoons from Boston Transcript and Youth's Companion style clips. Jokes cover alimony toothache familiar faces clergyman notes and auction tricks, with a playful crowd reacting to the auctioneer and a child’s career plan.
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Snappen
Boston Transcript
Rob
Boston ‘Transcript
Mr. Sweet
Johnny
Sant
Angwers
Fractured War Time Gossip From Newspapers
A collage of quips from multiple papers mocks leaders and wartime morals. It notes Germany under Von Hindenburg may struggle this season while US meatless days spark patriotic talk.
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Germany
von Hindenburg
Dallas News
United States
Detroit Free Press
Nick Romanoff
King
Jems
Indianapolis Star
Kaiser
Ishman
Boston
Transcript
Holmes
St. Louis Republic
Haiti
Springfield Union
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Btand and Publisiting Company
Postoffice
Anaconds
Rutte
North Mas Street
Russia
France
Rusia
Austria
Obal Fria
Great Britain
Alonie
Dent
Rankin
Reichstag
Ron Johnson
Sherman
Mexico
V. Carranza
F. Villa
Berlin
Bethmann- Hollweg
von B.holmes
B. Sunday
Gus Gardner
DR W. Evans
Underwood & Underwood
Vrancer Marshall
Spirit of the Press
Carranza
Minnecapolis Tribune
A.C. MN
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