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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1917
Page
1
Estimates show property damage and casualties from Sundays tornadoes. Officials report on the death toll and the extent of destruction across affected districts. Local agencies coordinate response as residents assess losses and seek aid.
About two hundred fifty persons perish and more than one thousand are injured as homes are destroyed and families seek shelter and aid. Fear of disease eases as relief efforts continue in Mattoon and Charleston.
British foreign minister Arthur James Balfour told Canada’s parliament that the empire has staked its fate on democracy and will emerge stronger. Premier Borden praised the United States and urged unity with Britain, as Sir Wilfrid Laurier emphasized Canada’s pride in its British allegiance and resolve in the war.
Mattoon and Charleston plan rehabilitation rather than compensation, with $250000 for Mattoon and $150000 to $200000 for Charleston. Red Cross directs relief, 496 homeless in Mattoon and 384 in Charleston located. death toll uncertain, few cases of disease isolated and sanitary conditions controlled as crews clear wreckage and organize aid.
Rio de Janeiro May 28 Brazil's chamber passed the first reading of a government measure revoking neutrality in the Germany United States war by a 126 to 3 vote. The move signals Brazil may enter the conflict against Germany.
A cool spell is forecast for Tuesday with continued cool conditions on Wednesday. No precipitation details are provided and timing hints focus on daytime temperatures.
Petrograd reports say Russia faces an acute industrial crisis with workers' committees controlling plants. Wages rose 100 to 160 percent, eight hour days spread, output fell by about 40 percent, and raw materials shortage threatens closures despite threats of retaliation.
Minneapolis May 28 The Northwest must meet a large share of the liberty loan campaign says John R Rich chairman of the Federal Reserve Bank in Minneapolis He urges vigor and warns against oversubscription fears Rural areas demand farm outreach by Teal committees to reach the required total The Ninth Reserve district centers on farming and auto mobile visits to farmers are essential for success
New York May 28 The evening papers in New York City will not publish Memorial Day editions to conserve white paper. The measure is expected to save about 260 tons of paper and reduce print runs across the city.
Seattle based Hulet M. Wells former president of the Central Labor Council and other secret service operatives arrested on sedition conspiracy charges. The case stems from alleged distribution of literature urging resistance to the army draft plan.
Washington May 28 The administration's food survey bill passed the House without a record vote. It provides 14,770,000 dollars for immediate investigation of national food resources and for measures to boost production. A similar bill may reach the Senate by Wednesday.
The Standard Pane reports a tornado aftermath and a packed sports day in Butte with baseball at local venues. Also covers war tax drives, liberty loan week, civic talks, and upcoming theater and editorial notes.
Washington amid heavy rain hosted the Italian war mission led by the Prince of Udine at a reception by Secretary Lansing and Mrs. Lansing. President and cabinet members met the delegates as talks opened on shipping and Italy's needs for coal and munitions, with a possible tour to New York and western cities.
In Helena a saloon keeper known as Buttermilk John Piltz was compelled to retract derogatory comments about a Civil War veteran and the U S Army after a confrontation with Thomas, who came from Minneapolis. Officials from the Northern Pacific witnessed the scene as Piltz knelt in mud twice to kiss the flag and recant. The incident ended with Piltz closing his saloon. Also reported is a medical corps arrival in England from Philadelphia and St. Louis.
Washington May 28 Rear Admiral Sims in charge of American naval operations in European waters was formally appointed a vice admiral by President Wilson.
Washington officials work out a jury wheel plan to select draftees for a first army of about 100000. Civilians will compose boards in each district with one or more jurors per federal judicial district. The process aims to match population and provide alternatives for illness or postponement.
Special Dispatch reports the Sun River south fork flood rising eight feet above normal in 24 hours. Augusta and Gilman are threatened with destruction as families evacuate to higher ground after a plea for help.
The Austrain Italian front shows renewed pressure toward Triest, with Italian forces pushing in the southeastern sector. French and German artillery duels persist in Champagne while British fronts see small raiding actions. Russian artillery intensifies on the eastern front signaling broader hostilities, as Croatian Italian forces seize San Giovanni near Duino and capture nine six inch guns for future use. Brazil’s congress action to join the Allied powers remains pending amid Spain’s tensions over Germany.
Treasury department releases plan for Liberty Loan week with designated days for different groups. Former President Taft and Samuel Gompers urge universal participation urging workers, merchants, farmers, and professionals to subscribe to bonds as patriots and support for lasting peace.
Ottawa notes three American wounded among overseas forces: Herbert McKennett of Webster Iowa J J McDonough of Waseca Minnesota and H J Craymans of Big Stone City South Dakota.
Denver reports President C F Moyer of the mine workers union predicts the United Verde and Jerome district strikes will be settled within a day after receiving advisories from Jerome officials. He says he does not expect a long, drawn out affair.
Ad club and various groups plan a pregame boost with President Davey hosting a luncheon. Preliminary events at the park will be brief following a parade, and the game will start after Old Glory is hoisted by the teams.
The lineup lists Walter at second base and Brown in left field with Hood in right field and Grant at second. Pitcher Ben Hunt takes the mound as the opener at 2 16 o clock. Admission is 75 cents for grandstand and 60 cents for bleachers, with no free entries for ladies on opening day or holidays.
Butte prepares for the ball park opening at 2:15 pm with a patriotic parade from the Butte Grill to the grounds. Officials and stockholders attend a noon meeting hosted by President Willa Davey. Speakers include McGinnity and Meyer, followed by a three minute limit, parade, concert, and flag escort by soldiers.
Washington observers report rapid revision of the House war tax bill. The Finance Committee backs stamp taxes on mechanical musical instruments and other goods, while proposing no direct taxes. Senate proposal adds a cent-a-pound second class rate with potential $20,000,000 revenue, and new taxes on confectionery and other items are debated.
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