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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1926
Page
1
Large crowd attends Butte cooking school opening as Miss Crockett demonstrates new recipes. The Winter Garden dazzles in blue and gold with electric lights. The event features Loomis Orchestra, vocalists, and prizes among about 500 attendees.
In Butte Judge Lynch's court the state attorney general's office, represented by E. B. Collins, arraigned enforcement agents Carl E. Sorenson and Lee H. Stoddard on felony liquor violations. They pleaded not guilty and were released without bond, with hearings set for June 17 and 18.
The Associated Press reports in Washington that a 163 million dollar program funds new post offices and federal buildings. Of total, 13 million supports essential structures in Montana and other states. DC receives 50 million. the remainder funds sites and buildings outside Washington. Restrictions cap states at 5 million annually for sites and buildings and 10 million for DC. Mis sissippi and other cities are listed among 88 benefiting locations including Missoula.
Thomas J Strachan, 61, a veteran painter from Anaconda and Scotland native, collapsed at Mount Moriah cemetery while beautifying his wife’s grave for Memorial Day. He died minutes later despite aid from cemetery attendants and bystanders. Coroner to order exam to determine cause of death.
Joyce Marley, age 17, testifies she was lured into Carrolls Revel party, undressed, served drinks, and failed to receive promised pay. She gave real name Theresa Dangelas, born March 3, 1900 in Chicago, stating she modeled for $20 weekly while seeking other work and endured nervous distress during the proceedings.
Dr J C F Siegfriedt a Bear Creek mayor physician and former Carbon County state senator proposes to ship Bear Creek Lump coal to Butte at 8 25 a ton claiming the move will slash costs by 36 percent and put thousands to work He has long funded road surveys from Red Lodge to Cooke City and supports a federal matching plan to finish the route noting Montana has forfeited road money by not meeting matching requirements The piece hints at wider state industrial gains if coal and road projects advance but credits Siegfriedt with longstanding public service and advocacy for infrastructure and energy development.
In Billings on May 25 Associated Press report says D W Fits patrick of Missoula was elected state Deputy and Anaconda was chosen as the next convention city after the Knights of Columbus state council business session. Pat R Gagner of Hutte was elected to a state post with Loftus of Great Falls named to a leadership role.
President Coolidge signed the omnibus water charges bill, cutting about 23 million dollars in construction and water charges for 19 western reclamation projects. The Interior Secretary can remove thousands of acres from assessment, lowering annual charges by roughly 16 million dollars for currently assessed lands and about 7 million dollars for temporary lands. The bill, drafted by House Irrigation Committee Chairman Smith to implement the board of adjustments and surveys recommendations, follows a similar Senate bill by Senator Phipps of Colorado.
Visalia dispatch recounts Brann slipping from a Kawoin riser while fishing. He grabbed a rattlesnake, was bitten, and dangled from rock. a bystander yanked the reptile free. Snake bite medicine helped his chest but he recovered only later with care.
Manila dispatch reports four civilians dead after a riot at a San Fernando dance hall. Twenty eight constabulary men face murder charges. two soldiers blamed for the killings amid crowd panics. In Lanao district, two hundred constabulary troops attacked Moro forts under Colonel Stevens. two constabulary soldiers were killed and eight wounded. several Moro forts destroyed.
Special correspondent John Goldstrom reports from Croydon May 25 that despite delays he remains ahead of his planned route to Berlin. He plans to board a 2 PM passenger plane to Berlin, aiming to reach Moscow connections by tomorrow, noting a rough start but steady progress with a daily average well over the target.
An eye-witness recounts the Monday disaster at Mount Tokachi, detailing a descent of water mud and lava sweeping the mountain slope. The report notes trees and debris carried away as the eruption continues to page 2 for full coverage.
Senator Walsh stands alone in backing Coolidge as administration leaders fail to rally support. Montana then takes up the battle, signaling partisan contest over the president's agenda.
Washington reports a Pennsylvanian senator denounces voters who backed dry candidates as deserving the consequences. The May 25 wire details a Hill resolution urging state and local tests of the 18th Amendment and the prohibition crackdown amid ongoing controversy. The White House defends President Coolidge's order allowing federal agents to work with local officials, while the Senate directs its Judiciary Committee to probe legality. Continued on Page 2 Column 2.
By the Associated Press Washington May 25 Birth rates for 1925 show declines in 26 states with Montana among the regions cited. The nation’s overall death rate eased slightly, while statewide birth figures varied, reflecting the era’s demographic trends.
Five parachute jumps are planned during the Fourth of July celebration in Butte with one daily if weather allows. If conditions fail on a day, two jumps occur the next day to reach the total. The air company will use two to three high power planes daily for wing walking smoke trails and aerial stunts. If parachutists fail to perform, payment is forfeited. Contracts also cover street decoration by the celebration committee and local participation with prizes for best displays. Plans for public displays and home decorations are outlined, with Boy Scouts aiding and a page continues on page 6.
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