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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1927
Page
4
In this Anaconda item readers hear of a sensational moon voyage hoax framed by Mr Fedorof and crew. The piece mocks gas powered plans to land on the moon while predicting dramatic demonstrations and public interest in a farcical lunar expedition.
The essay notes society relaxed straw hat rules during the war, with California and league cities wearing hats as weather demands. Official open by May 15 is past, and the public is accustomed to bright ribbons. The piece signals summer’s arrival and casual headwear regardless of traditional dates.
In Butte a neighborhood effort unfolds as residents join with neighbors to declutter and refresh homes. The campaign extends beyond a week, turning into a summer task of yard and garage cleaning, reflecting persistent pride and cooperative spirit amid a citywide push to keep premises neat.
A fanciful tale describes Ivan Fedorof, the Russian inventor and aviator, building a long distance machine in Moscow. His model and blueprints show a craft that soars to 15 kilometers then becomes a rocket, powered by three secret gases, traveling seven miles per second. He aims to land safely while confronting the challenge of deceleration and dignified descent.
A vintage news sketch comments on a botched Noah ark tale among Arkansas Black residents, a retiring couple, and German historians. It notes Mussolini’s obedience, spring’s advance, and Mississippi flood trends while praising Senator Borah for outspoken guidance.
A health note discusses pasta origins and cooking. It explains semolina-based macaroni and spaghetti production, proper cooking times, and warns against cold water. It advises choosing whole wheat varieties and pairing starches with non-starchy vegetables, noting wine harmony with meals.
A column by Mrs. Virginia See explores the plight of “little mothers” in New York City's East Side. It recounts Delo and 12-year-old girls must care for siblings while mothers work in sweatshops and factories. The letter from a young mother highlights broader struggles of young caretakers facing hardship without guidance.
A reader asks how to guide a 17 year old sister about kissing and curfews while another writes about parental mail privacy. Mrs Lee advises informing oneself, preserving health with early curfews, and warns that promiscuity cheapens a girl. she endorses privacy for adults and criticizes a mother opening a daughter’s mail.
A garbled listing shows multiple radio stations in Kansas City Des Moines Omaha Hollywood Oakland Portland Seattle and Los Angeles with broadcast times and programs. It mentions school of the air Lizas Raleigh quintet Christenson orchestra Burk Harm’s Rhythm Kings Nat Broadcast etc with hours ranging from early evening to late night and various musical acts and educational programs.
Anaconda Rotary Club members and their spouses gathered at the country club yesterday afternoon for a 6:20 dinner on a perfect May day. President George Jackson spoke warmly with humorous stories as RN Bell and Mrs Lee sang, followed by dances and songs, concluding in a lively social session.
Reports detail widespread disaster in Louisiana with drownings including a widow and eight children. Levees along Bayou Des Glaises torn open as floodwaters push toward Atchafalaya. Aerial surveys show 2000 cattle and 50 men stranded near Hordetonville. Rescue boats rush to Hamburg Simmesport area while others retake flooded fields elsewhere.
The reading foresees an unlucky day early on with panics and financiers gaining foreign influence while Europe and Asia press America for famine conditions. Prices rise for food and clothing. farmers endure anxieties but gain later in the year. Neptune’s position hints at resistance to constitutional changes.
D W Thomas was named second assistant fire chief by the Anaconda city council after rejecting John I Robinson. The council also named trustees for Hearst free library and passed a liquor disposal resolution. They approved a 9% horsepower generator, fire hose purchase bids, and discussed fumigation costs and duties for city health and road departments.
County commissioner directs raid crews to clear Big Hole road for traffic within the week. Open road will ease access from Anaconda toward Butte and Georgetown Lake area amid last Sunday's mild weather. Drivers expect improved travel as crews remove snow and debris from the highway.
Phillipsburg officers seek a 16 year old girl missing since Saturday night. Two other young women, identified as Brooks and Saple, reportedly joined a third party and hiked toward Anaconda after leaving Phillipsburg. Police believe they may have headed toward Butte, with officials noting unknown parties involved.
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