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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
May 30, 1923
Page
4
The piece recalls the uplifting ideals that guided Americans during wartime, honoring fallen servicemen and urging renewed devotion to patriotism. It contrasts Memorial Day observances in Europe with reaffirming sacrifice, unity, and the pursuit of lasting world peace.
Miner Ed Larsen of 620 East Broadway was robbed after changing a $100 bill for two men who escorted him toward Meaderville. He was pursued, knocked down, and $400 in cash vanished, along with the other $100 bill’s change. Larsen, describing his assailants as well-dressed Italians, reported the incident to police.
Addison K. Lusk Montana prohibition director spoke at the League of Women Voters in Butte, praising enforcement gains while admitting limited manpower. He cited declines in homicide and major crimes since Prohibition and urged public patience and support, warning against citizens who privately flout the law. Montana is described as going dry under current enforcement methods.
The piece reflects on American unity as business halts for annual memorial services honoring those who died for democracy. Survivors express debt and gratitude, invoking the nation as a land of the free and a secure home for those who believe in democratic principles. The writing pledges to honor the fallen through civic spirit and human development.
Washington's Bureau of Mines plans to detonate a heavy charge in an abandoned mine to study artificial earthquakes. The goal is to gain data on seismic behavior and explosive effects, using surplus World War I charges. Researchers seek insights into real quakes though results remain uncertain.
The Washington Shriners gathering next week could surpass all previous world totals, with housing for 400000 visitors claimed by officials though skepticism remains about accommodating such crowds in the city. If accurate, Baltimore may absorb overflow as the event promises a spectacular parade and pageantry unseen in Shrinerdom.
Bozeman hosts Homecoming on June 12 with more than 150 State College alumni expected. A dedication ceremony for the new engineering main building is planned, followed by June 13 Commencement in the new gymnasium. Chancellor Brannon of the University of Montana will deliver the commencement address.
A passenger train derailed from a 50 foot bridge over the river in the Chita Amur region on May 24. Twenty eight bodies have been recovered and about 40 more are believed to be in the river. Over 100 people were injured.
Horoscope notes Saturn and Neptune offer a benefic trend for real estate and agriculture with a cautious, thrifty rule guiding home ownership and soil return. It foresees social changes, urges thrift, and predicts success in building, crafts, and promotions while warning women to guard vanity and beware modern temptations.
May 29 Helena to New York reports show varying temperatures from 30s to 80s with unsettled conditions across the western provinces. The Canadian disturbance remains central in Southern Alberta while light showers affect the coast and rain remains scarce east of Spokane and northeastern Montana. Moderate spring highs followed Tuesday afternoon across the Northwest.
Helena May 29 The Montana railroad commission refuses a second order demanding additional information from Milwaukee Railroad deeming it a repetition of prior requests. The board notes 15 items are covered by 46 earlier requests and urges the attorney general to proceed with mandamus action in the supreme court before its July vacation. The Milwaukee company cites irrelevance and cost while the state presents exhibits on returns and freight-rate advantages for mail order houses. No session is scheduled for tomorrow.
Ten members of the victorious American Walker Cup golf team arrived in New York aboard the Majestic after defeating Britain at St Andrews May 18 and 19. A welcoming delegation led by Wynant D. Vanderpool and George H. Walker greeted the players, but a public reception planned for tonight was canceled as the team wished to return home promptly.
Investigation into the April sinking off Vineyard Haven Mass. of the rum tug John Dwight reveals victim James A. Craven of Lyndhurst New Jersey carried 100000 dollars. The missing money surfaced with Craven's mutilated body and authorities say liquor pirates attacked and scuttled the ship after leaving Newport killing several crew members.
Coroner and police will search the skeleton site for identifying marks while examining a 22 caliber revolver and a gold watch as possible links to Mrs. LaCasse. Authorities hope to locate C. C. Skidmore if the bones prove hers. An inquest is scheduled for Thursday afternoon.
Centerville news notes the death of the wife of Rev S A Oliver, pastor of Trinity church in Boise, Idaho, on May 19 at their home. Also reported are Memorial address plans for Fidelity lodge, I C O F, June 11, and local social and church activities including Epworth league notes, a ring ceremony, a planned play, and Trinity summer school starting June 4 with four weeks of dressmaking Bible study first aid and Epworth league methods.
In a broad overview, the industry reports 208 companies manufacturing garters across the country, highlighting diverse producers and regional concentration as firms expand output to meet demand.
A Montana Senator and Mrs Wheeler write from Moscow and Vienna as they tour Europe. The letters published in the Billings Gazette detail meetings with Methodist leaders Bishop Blake and Dr Hartman, discuss Lenin, Trotzky, and Soviet life, and describe Moscow sights, prices in Vienna, and Mussolini’s Italy as they plan onward travel to Helmefore Finland and Stettin or Stockholm.
Forest fire near Alamogordo New Mexico today threatens timber reserves in the Sacramento mountain district about 20 miles from the town and 100 miles from El Paso. The blaze began last night in Benasco canyon.
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