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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1925
Page
2
Eyewitnesses describe a high speed crash involving a Sprague car and a Peugeot near Butte. Several passengers were injured, Dr. Canty and others attended, with one man severely wounded but likely to survive. The accident halted traffic as investigators mapped the wreckage and questioned witnesses. Nearby passengers reported dramatic damage as cushions and vehicle parts littered the highway for hundreds of feet.
Whitehall reports May events from Missoula track team participation by nine students with professors, plus visits to Seattle and enduring social gatherings. Local clubs, saints, and the Eastern Star card party mark a busy week, with receptions, dinner gatherings, and community notices in Whitehall and Cardwell.
A 100 member venire will be summoned by Judge Thomas J. Lynch for the trial. Dacar E Carietrom, Illinois attorney general, says an official from his office will serve as observer. Miss Extelle Gehling, a state witness, has disappeared. she is a friend of the Shepherds and has been involved for seven years.
Officials in Washington discuss how France’s debt and funding strategies may trigger moves by Britain and other powers. Views from Under-Secretary Winston and French ministers suggest a long term funding plan could prompt immediate proposals from Italy and others, shaping a global financial cycle.
Delegations from Butte patriotic societies visit Sacred Heart Monroe and St. Patrick schools. G.A.R. Woman's Relief corps and United Spanish War Veterans lead committees at 9 1 3 and 2 30. Numerous officers and auxiliaries from American Legion and War Mothers participate in activities across the three sites.
In Great Falls area on May 17, Matt Sands aged 57 and John Dolan 29 were found dead in an abandoned drift by a Silver Dyke Mining Co crew. Coroner E M McBurney said both suffocated after entering the drift to rest and were overcome by gas before escaping. Sands, a Nethart resident for 30 years, fathered 12 children. Dolan had formerly worked in Belt coal mines.
An overturned auto caused a ditch incident injuring Kraker and others with Kraker suffering deep cuts to his hands requiring 100 stitches. Gust Johnson, a Butte resident for eight years, had funeral services at Sherman Reed chapel with Rev Antti Kopra officiating and Mrs Paul Baller singing. Interment followed.
The funeral of Gus Marenakis was held yesterday afternoon at Walsh's chapel and the Serbian Orthodox Church, with Rev. Andreas Sero slanes officiating. Interment followed at Mountain View. Pallbearers were Christ Poulos, Spiro Staapis, Gust J. Papties, Louis Gust, John Karas, and Tom Poulos. A spring seesaw that may be enjoyed by the child alone has been in-
Reports say French planners foresee a major push in the Ben Zeroual region with the enemy reorganizing defenses. Riffian infantry are described as well armed with Mausers and adept at entrenching, while tribesmen in rugged terrain execute maneuvers and harry French scouting aircraft.
Mrs James M Dubel hosts a Friday bridge at 211 North Montana with Mrs Hersanti winning first prize and Jack Duggan receiving an award. Kenneth Meyers observed his ninth birthday with games lunch and candles. Mrs W Boulware and Mrs B Bartelson hosted a party for Mrs B Leese of Oakland. Memorial day visits to Longfellow and Hawthorne schools were led by patriotic groups. A. A. Cullen hosted bridge with Ginter, Baldwin and others receiving honors. A daughter was born to Mr and Mrs Arnold Wol en. Mr Wol en’s Baylise move noted. Henry Andrews, 63, ex blacksmith, died at 437 Colorado. survived by wife and daughter LaVaune. Body to be buried later at Richardy.
Report describes a near declared war on liquor smugglers along New York, New Jersey, Rhode Island and parts of Massachusetts. Coast Guard crews face reduced liberty while patrols and destroyers counter blockades and salvage attempts, with wireless coded transmissions from Washington guiding actions.
A large Odd Fellows search party near Lewistown found the skeleton of Albert Smith at 2:30 p.m. in dense brush near a spring on his farm. Clothing remained intact and a bottle of strychnine was found in a pocket. Relatives identified the remains. coroner C. W. Wilder took charge as relatives say Smith, 60, likely took his own life after a prolonged illness and missing since July last year.
Madrid Michigan report states the state of siege ended and constitutional guarantees restored in Spain by royal decree. King Alfonso notes General Primo de Rivera requested the return of matters under the state of siege to ordinary courts, ending military jurisdiction and restoring normal law.
The Ansocratenross group plans a coast to coast automobile run without stopping its wheels or motor. Leaving New York next month they aim to reach Los Angeles or San Francisco within seven days, picking up fuel and food at designated points. Lieut Wade begins first absence since the world flight completed last September. Wells joined the army flyers from Calcutta for the trip.
Prosecution plans against high school science instructors in Tennessee as the Scopes trial nears in Dayton. Judge Neal states the National Civil Liberties League will challenge the anti evolution statute with help from Darrow and Bryant, while a football player’s funeral is noted among other items.
Wallace Idaho rifle team captured the gold ribbon at the Northwestern Rifle Association tourney held at Missoula. The team scored 1 346 to outpace Fort George Wright 1 384 and Fort Missoula 1 310. Captain Claude Easley led with top all round honors, while Voight of Butte won trap first.
The 1920s British women’s open golf championship opens in Troon Scotland with nearly 100 players from Australia the US and Canada. American Glenna Collett and Britain's Joyce Wethered are favored to meet in the third round with Collett aiming to become the title holder sought by the United States, while Ellison and O’Gorman are noted entrants with modest prospects.
Ernesta scal stars in The Dark Swan at the Rialto in a dramatic love triangle. Eve and Cornelia feud for Lewis Dike while a strong ensemble including Prevost Chadwick Tashman and Mary McLure stars occupy the bill. Also tonight is a third song contest with Miasto theater fans.
New York leads the National League and Philadelphia tops the American League as eastern pace makers push through a week without defeat. Cincinnati and St. Louis falter against McGraw’s pitchers while Connie Mack’s Athletics gain comfort in lingering second. Walter Johnson headlines a Senators week matching the Athletics in notable performances.
Ham Monahan of Butte middleweight wins his twelfth straight, per wire to Cyril Kohn. The 12 rounder saw Monahan hold the upper hand most of the bout with a ninth round knockdown. May 17 report notes Flying Ebony sails to New York in deluxe fashion after Derby victory, sound in shipment.
The report recalls a March 115 years ago raid near Epping Wood by Dick Turpin and accomplices on farmer Saunders and wife. The frightened wife fainted as Turpin revived her with brandy, then ordered departure amid curses. Tom Mix recalls Turpin life for a forthcoming screen adaptation at the American theater.
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