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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1915
Page
10
Fragmentary OCR lists various meat cuts and groceries with prices such as rye, ham, bacon, pork, veal, mutton, corned beef and pork roast. Also mentions laundry soap and soap fragments. Unclear amounts and vendors due to damaged text.
A fragmented OCR passage discusses faulty check indorsements and misdirected cash flows. It notes national manufacturers and dealers cashing checks despite missing endorsements and suggests risks in credit and advertising practices. Names and concrete entities are unclear due to garbled text.
John Grier Hibben of Princeton University stirred Lake Mohonk discussions by opposing pacifist disarmament and urging a form of preparedness to deter war. He warned against sacrificing honor or peace for price and cautioned that false international law could threaten national safety. His call drew strong antagonism from over 100 delegates gathered at Mohonk, New York.
Portland report states tick fever or spotted fever is more prevalent in Eastern Oregon this year. Dr. Calvin White of the state health board cites 14 cases in Grant County with daily reports elsewhere. About 15 percent have died, versus 80 percent in Montana, prompting a state campaign to rid counties of ticks.
Carrie Chapman Catt in New York issued a public statement condemning suffragists who tried to hand a deputation to President Wilson during his Atlantic Meet visit. She said Wilson faces delicate issues and urged respect for the president and the campaign. In Harrisburg, seven workmen's compensation bills were approved by the legislature, with Governor Brombough expected to sign.
William Elliott, famed stage star, appears at the Ansonia theater today through Saturday in Woman and Wine. The program blends a dramatic double feature with a five credit drama by World Firm corporation, plus musical numbers from Gerald Grimny, the Famous Fish ton, and the De Forrest Sisters in vaudeville pantomime.
Lilacs perfume the American theater and university city of Missoula as boxes arrive daily for Acting Manager Tom McDonald. The fragrant gift from Butte friends enhances the mood for a class of plays presented Monday and Tuesday, adding to theater ambiance.
Yesterday and today the Heart of a Painted Woman with Olga Petrova led the program, pleasing patrons. Petrova is a new screen star admired by critics, with Alan Date calling her not excelled by top movie stars. Tomorrow and Saturday feature the master production Help Wanted, paired with authentic Lusitania pictures from New York, the only genuine motion pictures of the disaster shown in Butte.
The article notes an upcoming surge in long distance travel starting mid June as regional transport networks gear up for increased passenger flows. Wyile Transportation Society secretary mentions preparations, with attention to transcontinental routes and seasonal tourism demand.
The article notes rush of visitors bytrain to Yellowstone park and a schedule aiming for 10 oclock arrivals, with trains arriving in the morning and staying until afternoon. It mentions trains from September 1 increasing in frequency and travel demand due to the world fair.
A concert will be given this evening in Central Presbyterian Church at Utah avenue and First Street by the Hethel Baptist church choir. The program includes songs, anthems, solos, duets, quartets, and a short talk by Rev. Jensen. The public is invited.
Residents gain a special Gardens ticket offering 15 cent round trips between city and Columbia. The new fare allows transfers for 4 cents, with 10 cent fare previously required on the Gardens line. Beginning journeys on other lines incur 5 cent fares, plus 3 cents on Gardens transfer.
The Silver Row County Sunday School Association executive board met at the vice president's home to adopt rules for the 1915 season. The schedule committee, consisting of team managers and the arbitration board, will prepare a schedule and submit it May 24 to June 1 to the county secretary at 534 West Galena Street. Teams must deposit $5 with the county treasurer by May if entering. Each team will play at least one game weekly, starting no later than June 8.
Mrs Sarah E Noyes chaired the meeting of the fan s club directing body electing officers including Mrs J W Gunn as vice chairman and Mrs Sam Arthur as auditor Mrs A H Jones and Mrs Ho M Hein also named for roles Ginger former chair presided A vote of thanks was given to the retiring officer Reports for the year outlined all department activity and plans for library improvements this summer
Dr L H Pinkerton head surgeon of the Oregon Short Line visits Butte with General Superintendent Whitney for an annual inspection across the Harriman system. The trip includes meetings with department heads and southern travel for continued oversight. A late night fire in the Owsley block damaged two shops, with losses not exceeding 350 dollars. A J Herzl won a court verdict against J O Wilson for 50 dollars for services and materials in a house building. Whale oil production in 1912 totaled 120400 barrels, Norway supplying over half.
In the House of Commons on May 19 parliamentary undersecretary of war J Tennant reported government inquiry into the desecration claim linking German removal of a large crucifix and a wounded Canadian sergeant tied to the cross. The inquiry remains incomplete. Paris reports also note a Finance Minister bill introducing 1 107 000 000 francs for early 1813, with Parliament having already approved 1 300 000 000 francs for these appropriations. An attack scare in Andon is described as a 1091 incident with roof and ceiling damage.
Funeral details announced for Catherine, Agnes Trenerry, Lillian Pearce and family members. Services set at Richards parlors or Zordlock and Mount Moriah or Mountain View cemeteries with ministers Groeneveld and Steele officiating. Interments planned in specific local cemeteries. messages of thanks from grieving families.
The funeral for the late Merde will be held on Saturday morning at Kheene Menees West Daly Street and proceed to Mount Moriah cemetery for interment. The Bodieh funeral follows on Friday morning at Sherman Reed's church with a Sacred Heart mass at twelve o'clock.
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