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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1917
Page
2
A violent tornado devastates Mattoon Illinois and surrounds, killing many and injuring others. Rescue teams rush in while hospitals fill with wounded and the death toll rises as officials call for guards and aid. Homes and factories suffer severe damage as telegraph lines and roads collapse under debris.
A tornado near Joliet and Will County killed one child and injured twelve others. Albert Bweltzer, six, died when a barn collapsed during the storm. Manhattans area, Elwood and Joliet suffered property destruction and multiple injuries in the windstorm.
A tornado struck Modesto Illinois killing one woman and injuring nine people. The business district and nearby homes were wrecked with damage spreading into rural Macoupin County. Physicians rushed to Palmira and Waverly as reports of wire trouble and wind storms reached Shelbyville and areas north of Bloomington.
Westervelt Illinois May 26 Five are dead and 21 injured with three believed fatally after a cyclone and hailstorm blasted a 20 mile stretch between Westervelt and Owaneco. Children practicing for a church event June 4 were injured when the roof collapsed as heavy timbers blew down. Rushed to Pana by special train, doctors treated the wounded.
In Mount Angle Oregon on May 2 a theater owned by George Zollner was destroyed by dynamite. Debris covered about 200 feet as Peter Zollner, the owner's brother, confessed to placing and firing the charge citing a grudge.
A noon tornado at Pearl Pike County Illinois severely injures one woman and injures four others. It demolished five houses, four in Pike County and a fifth across the river in Aren county.
An Indiana town of Hebron reports a devastating storm that left Kouts nearly destroyed. Reports indicate heavy losses countywide but no fatalities were known tonight.
United States Army completes takeover of the Lindavista site for the Nineteenth National Guard Division cantonment. Telegraph and telephone lines from San Diego are connected, providing direct external communication.
Astraea daughter of Zeus and Themis stands as goddess of justice. She is depicted with a pair of scales and a star crown. She left the earth when the golden age ended and humanity began to wage war.
German air raid on Crow gives a large number of bombs striking the southeast English coast town. Seventeen or more killed including women and children. about 75 injured. Royal air forces engage raiders as hospitals and relief workers mobilize in the aftermath.
Berlin reports air units dropped bombs on Dover and Folkestone yesterday. The war department announced the action, noting targets in the channel coastal towns.
Paris reports a May 20 engagement off Flanders between French and German destroyers. The German fleet opened fire first but retreated toward base upon spotting torpedo boats. Lt. Bijot of the Boucher and the navigating officer were killed. Ensign Peyronnet was wounded seriously and served through the action.
An official admiralty statement on May 20 reports four French torpedo boats patrolling near Dune Island repelling a flotilla of German destroyers. The French claim decisive handling avoided torpedoes and confusion tactics, while the German report says French ships were hit and German ships unharmed.
War department memo outlines seven points for June registration for men 21 to 30. Only June 6 1917 is registration day with exemptions for military service. Registration is public duty with possible imprisonment for noncompliance. Absentee registration and sick-registrant procedures explained. Polls open 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on June 6 1947.
Mrs Slingem gawks over the fence at the new occupants across the yard. She sniffs at their furnishings and children's upbringing while muttering about “their lot” and imagining danger. The sister of the mother is revealed to work in the Sunday school, exposing the distant, judgmental view.
City organizations finalize observance details for Memorial Day on May 30 with morning parade by Grand Army United Spanish War Veterans and Sons of Veterans. Activities include ritual services at Hill and Mount Carmel cemeteries led by various groups, a 2:30 p.m. theater program featuring music reading and an address by Lieut. Gov. W. W. McDowell, and a church service at the Presbyterian church this evening.
Report covers a string of city events including residents fed at a Three Mile House, divorce proceedings, an assault case against Frank Kischman, and ordinance violations at Main and Park. Fire department activity, a missing Ford car, property repairs at City Hall, and replacement of old fencing are noted alongside minor damages.
The report lists Whitsun day services across Anaconda churches with times and sermon topics. It notes a wedding at St Peter's church for Miss Marie Mehalie and John Flynn, followed by honeymoon plans in Southern California and home on West Fifth Street. An advertisement for White sewing machines and local insurance completes the page.
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