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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1923
Page
4
The Anaconda Standard discusses gas service experiments showing khaki and olive drab appearing bright red when viewed through colored filters. It explains khaki arises from red orange and green blends and how violet filters can transmit only red light, altering apparent color and suggesting a search for a colorless color.
The piece reports on new Senate hopefuls including Alva B Adams named by Colorado Governor Sweet to fill the late Nicholson seat, with opposition from progressives. It also notes Minnesota Governor Preus set to run in a hot primary to replace Knute Nelson, highlighting Preus as a West duelist and conservative champion amid lively political pressure.
Recent army findings in chemical warfare threats challenge the khaki uniform's promise of invisibility. While the red coat was abandoned for camouflage, advances in color science and binoculars reveal some khaki remains highly visible to enemy observers, renewing debate over field concealment.
The nation follows a broad wave of anonymous letters traced to New York City the district attorney holds 140 plus letters in evidence. Allegations center on eight to ten socially prominent men with wealthy backgrounds as possible writers. Allan A. Ryan is praised for exposing the letters and urging punishment for the perverse conduct.
A physician from the Everest expedition, noting how health changes with altitude, states that acclimatization ceases near 23000 feet and oxygen may be needed there. He contrasts this with Rocky Mountain heights and argues 5000 feet is generally healthy, with air thinner but workable.
A Pueblo lawyer is named a senator as the page discusses political blocs and economic aims. The piece reflects on prohibition effects, pacification of violence, and naval arms limits, emphasizing fiscal prudence and restraint in international treaties. It notes support for defense adequacy and war-avoidance measures.
A Silver How post of the American Legion elected Dr CE Emery as surgeon to succeed the late Dr J H McCarthy. Preparations were made for National Commander Owsley’s June 6 visit, with a luncheon and address arranged. A memorial building near Oakland harbor was discussed. The former German flagship Ida arrived in Oakland under American ownership with flag, crew, and safety considerations. In Josse, Idaho, one fishing rod may be legally used per state law, per Warden R L Thomas, with one line on one pole. other methods require a special permit.
The Mothers Day Association announces plans for a permanent Mothers Memorial in Philadelphia. Miss Anna, founder, quotes Abraham Lincoln and argues Lincoln’s memory should extend to mothers nationwide, honoring all mothers in addition to the emancipator.
A successful test linked a moving train between Berlin and Hamburg to radio telephone service. Two travelers spoke with President Ebert at Wilhelmstrasse and with other Berlin officials, demonstrating in transit communication with the government.
In Borough Road a rat catchers' colony operates with nets traps and ferrets to clear homes ships and warehouses within 48 hours. They trap about 25 000 rats but do not kill them selling to medical laboratories at five or six pence per head. Women joined the craft during wartime and now many are employed in this unusual trade.
In Berlin, shrinking living spaces due to high rents cut carpet demand as prices stay high from import duties. A buyer strike follows with many households avoiding new carpets or reusing old ones. Domestic 9 by 12 foot coverings still cost about $100 despite price drops of one third to one half. Former officials sell leases and furnishings to fund new starts abroad.
County relief efforts continue as solicitors and volunteers from the statutory club assist in fund collecting. The force of workers rose yesterday with added county volunteers, while solicitors cite business obligations as a hardship reducing time for outreach. A committee member notes the challenging yet continued solicitation and humor in the campaign.
May 17 graduation exercises at Beaverhead County High School honor 45 graduates, largest class. Alumni ball on Thursday at Pillment Park with 1923 class as guests. Commencement week ends with diploma presentations Friday. De Molay hosts a high school gym dance. County Federation of Women's Clubs meets May 19 with plans for a county circulating library. May Queen Genivive Ward to be crowned at the Montana State Normal College spring festival on May 31 with Adelaide Miller directing the event.
Butte high school alumni announce their annual play to be staged Friday and Saturday evening next week. The farce by George Ye Kaufman and Mark Connelly is set in Chester County Pennsylvania’s borough of West Chester. The affair promises to be among the cleverest in years.
Robert C. Lines urged business leaders and workers to back home merchants over mail order houses. He warned that growth hinges on aggressive sales force and courteous service, with advertising driving profits. He cited mail order costs and claimed home shops offer better value and local service.
A terse diplomatic note states America demands immediate action and restoration of order. It mentions the right to fix sanctions at a later date to prevent recurrence, and references a provable affair under discussion by the diplomatic corps. The text is fragmented and lacks clear specifics on entities or dates.
Hilton Hens Hamilton May 17 The Bitter Root oil well at over 100 feet depth shows strong indications of reaching oil soon. Charles Mungen hired as the new well driller to begin once casing arrives. Dave Bishop named caretaker of the tourist camp ground with a large house, lounges, showers, washing rooms and cooking stoves. An artificial lake and flowered island add to park appeal. No gate fees or solicitations. Hamilton Chamber of Commerce plans free moving pictures bonfire hours for visitors. Work on the Hamilton baseball and athletic field progresses rapidly adding a quarter mile track a football field and athlete clubhouse. When finished it will rank as one of the state’s best.
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