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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1924
Page
7
A riot in Pittsburg Hill district left 3 year old Ida Kirtsman dead after a brick struck her head. Edward Hennings, a black man, was injured and arrested along with nine others as police moved in with riot squads to restore order.
In Pullman on May 26 Washington State College rallied from a four run deficit after the fourth inning to defeat Oregon Agricultural College 10 to 8 in the first of a two game series. Zaepfel starred with a single four hits including a double and a home run as Washington State displayed heavy hitting amidst ragged fielding.
The monthly Women’s Commercial club meeting at the Thornton hotel discussed a second community house on South Main, converting the old natatorium site into a public concert park, and a city-wide playground system. A school-district dwelling on South Main may become a community house.
In Fort Myers Florida May 25 a mob killed two black youths identified as the assailants of two white girls. Rubbers Wilson was taken from the sheriff and Wilton Williams was pulled from a freight train. Both bodies were riddled with bullets and dragged through the streets. The two girls remain in serious condition.
The Salvation Army in Butte nears the 19500 maintenance fund quota with 4065.56 received toward 10500 by noon and nearly 7000 after afternoon gifts. Kettles yield small returns, a charity ball may push the drive over the top. Brigadier Bree cites a case where Envoy Carroll provided clothing for a destitute family, aiding a bereaved father and his children until employment returns.
Mickey Schott, longtime employee of the Ansonia and Orpheum theaters, will depart tonight for New York to take a position at a prominent theater. Several farewell events have honored him, and his departure is met with regret by a wide circle of friends. His uncle L. M. Schott will travel with him to Minneapolis.
Harold Lloyd sustained a head injury while filming a thrilling sequence for the new feature Girl Shy at the Broadway in Los Angeles. He rode on a rear step of a cart moving at 35 miles an hour when a fire nozzle struck him, causing six stitches and two weeks off. Directors Fred Newmeyer and Sam Taylor urged a double, but Lloyd insisted on performing the stunt himself. The accident halted a key scene but did not endanger his career.
Mrs. Sarah Heck of 341 St. Paul Street Memphis Tennessee endorses Foley's Honey and Tar Compound. She reports a stubborn winter cough began to ease after the first dose and credits the product with rapid relief from coughs and colds. Paxson Rockefeller advertisement follows.
Solemn requiem high mass was held at St. Peter's church for Patrick F. O'Donnell, a longtime Anaconda resident who died of pneumonia. The funeral procession from 805 East Fifth Street joined Mass celebrated by Father Tracey, with Father Crawley and Father Mather Schulte assisting. The A H members, Catholic Order of Foresters, and Stationary Engineers' union attended. Interment was at Mount Carmel cemetery. Mr and Mrs Phil Taverina of Helena, and Mr and Mrs Lawrence Lakel of Livingston, along with Patrick and Charles O'Donnell of Whitefish, traveled to Anaconda for the funeral.
Firefighters battled a stubborn blaze in the three story John Morris building at Alder and Third streets from 1:30 AM. The fire started at a narrow stair on the second floor and spread to the third floor used for storage. Damage was estimated at 400 dollars. Owner Mr Morris was hospitalized at St Ann's.
Charlie Paddock world sprint champion said he would not join the American Olympic team for Paris unless his injured leg showed a very decided improvement. The Los Angeles report notes the decision was announced today.
Worcester Mass May 26 1924 claim 164 players mostly professionals attend Worcester Country Club for the two day 36 hole eastern qualifying tournament of the national Open championship. The schedule is slightly rearranged to determine the 41 leaders and those tied for last to advance to the final 72 hole round.
The article notes a championship contest set for Birmingham Michigan on Thursday and Friday of next week. Details mention the event timing but do not specify participants or sponsors. The occurrence signals a major regional competition with anticipated local interest.
Jimmy Murphy will start from the pole in the Indianapolis 500 after posting 108.04 mph to lead 19 qualifiers at the speedway. Harry Hart was close behind at 107.05 mph and Tommy Milton posted the third best time at 105.2 mph.
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