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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1925
Page
1
Reported battles state heavy French forces repelled AIFS losses while Amundsen expedition risks grow. Fourth day of the pole flight crews fear ice and land unseen, turbulent seas and a fierce storm impede return. General Dangen orders riverbank withdrawal as Paris calls situation serious. top geographers remain cautiously hopeful.
Mary Frazier Craven a pioneer of Montana died after a long life of service. Born in Missouri in 1845 she endured Civil War turmoil before moving west with her husband to seek new gold fields. The Cravens settled in Lay Chance Gulch now Helena where burial will take place near her husband’s grave in Columbia Fair.
A 1935 dispatch from James B. Wharton reports rising fears over Arctic conditions as meteorologists warn of strong winds and heavy snow. The report notes Europe North America and South America news agencies, with Central News in Gor and other outlets citing severe polar weather that could block intelligent flights within 34 hours.
John Thomas Scopes indicted for teaching theories that deny divine creation. The bill was returned in an hour during the special session.
Paris reports heavy losses for the Riffians and a reorganized French army of 50,000 under General Daugen. The critic scene sharpens over Morocco credits as the chamber delays votes, with socialists and communists likely to drop opposition. Daugen withdraws to the oversha river's southern side, abandoning five posts.
Sylvester Scanlon died one day after being injured when his bike or vehicle hit a curb in the 200 block of South Idaho Street. Coroner Pat Hole investigated at the Johnson House on South Montana Street where Scanlon reportedly slipped from a chair and collapsed. Survived by brother Thomas Scanlon, an employee at Mountain Consolidated mine.
Dayton Tennessee May 2 The grand jury indicted John Thomas Scopes for teaching theories denying divine creation in public schools A special circuit court term is set for July 10 to hear the case Solicitor Hicks and Bryan associates announced they would participate with Bryan expected to appear in court
Washington May 25 high administration figures Mellon Kellogg and Hoover studied methods to speed debt funding talks. The debt commission met in secret while a note to Belgium signaled Washington's intent to push for concrete commitments in funding negotiations.
The Supreme Court ruled that newspapers and others may publish income tax information open to public inspection. Justice Sutherland wrote a unanimous opinion based on statutory construction, not addressing the constitutional freedom of the press. The decision directs the Internal Revenue Bureau to prepare for a full release after July, with records to be transcribed and then publicly available once checked.
Paris May 25 Associated Press reports Finance Minister Caillaux presented a long discussed budget bill to the chamber of deputies. The measure calls for 1 francs additional revenue this year and 600,000 francs next year to balance the budget. The bill was referred to the financial committee for report.
Dr Isaiah Bowman notes scientists and explorers doubt alarm, considering Amundsen's expedition and potential routes between the pole and Alaska. The piece discusses feasibility of air landings, treacherous ice lanes, and a possible return journey via Spitzbergen with Amundsen’s two planes.
The White House announced Defense Day tests will be conducted on July 4, with President Coolidge noting wartime machinery will be sped up for the event. The War Department acknowledged preparations and demonstrations will proceed as part of the nation’s display of readiness.
Peking reports a massive blast at the Mukden arsenal in Manchuria. About three hundred people are said dead or wounded. The explosion occurred late at night, destroying nearby buildings within a mile. The plant, updated with Danish-made machinery, produced smokeless powder and other munitions. Foreign instructors were not employed.
The record notes Sir Peary reached his goal from the opposite side while Andree, attempting from Spitzbergen, perished along with two others. The expedition ended in tragedy with several deaths.
New York May 26 reports intense world interest in the Ellsworth expedition attempt to pierce the polar cap by air. Prevailing ice conditions near Danes Island limit routes, with open water extending toward the 80th parallel. The mission faces dangerous ice and long distances, ending in tragedy for Wellman.
Associated Press report from El Paso details a shooting in the Thirty Fourth District Courtroom where a man and his wife were among spectators. The husband was shot in the head and died. the motive and circumstances remain under investigation.
In Geneva on May 26 Germany stated it would ban chemical warfare and condemn the use of chemical arms. German spokesmen said the move reflects peaceful intentions and readiness to join in world peace efforts despite past tensions over armament.
Memorial day events will honor fallen soldiers with a large procession through the city cemeteries and a major memorial meeting in the evening. The program features the Grand Army of the Republic Spanish War Veterans American Legion and Women’s Relief Corps among others with a 9 15 assembly at the American Legion rail.
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