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Newspaper

Anaconda Standard

Location

Anaconda, Montana, United States of America

Date

May 31, 1916

Page

8

Great Minds Rule Women's Convention Opens in New York

An opening session of the thirteenth Biennial General Federation of Women's Clubs in New York drew 12 000 attendees, including Mrs J W Gunn of Butte who notes unrest over representation and crowded aisles. The president Mrs Percy V Pennybacker warned that public admission would hinder delegates from witnessing proceedings. Several reports describe dramatic scenes with men present, torn dresses and breaking eyeglasses, while hoop skirts are discouraged and foreign clubs participate. Montana delegation includes Mrs Houston and other officials, highlighting a large, diverse gathering of women leaders from 22 clubs.

General of Women's Clubs New York City J. W. Gunn Butte Butte Woman's Cub Gunn Percy V. Pennybacker Niles Tates Pennybacker Massachus Tufts Montana Houston Timnl Axtell Fromry Ballinger Walworth Harrington Selants Perham

Divorce Case Moves From Butte To Helena

A divorce action filed in Butte against Daisy Anneta Christy Te Corti Hldsworth Christy was transferred by Miner Row county district court to Helena. The husband says incompatibility and neglect. The wife seeks divorce on grounds including failure to provide cruelty and improper conduct with other women. Attorneys from Butte and Helena represent the parties. The Helena hearing is expected to reveal sensational features.

Butte Daisy Anneta Christy Te Corti Christy Miner Row Helena J. Wheeler A. A. Grorud H. Sol Fiepner

Bulgarian Activity Near Demir-Hissar Forts Reported

London dispatch cites Great Bulgarian activity after occupying rural Greek forts near Demir-Hissar. Reuter says Bulgaria concentrates two major forces at Nevrokop near the Greek border and at Xanthia as part of the mobilization.

London Demir-His- Sar Reuter Saloniki Nevrokop Bulgaria Xanthia

Open air memorial masses honor dead with prayers

Catholic services in Butte remember the dead with open air masses at Holy Cross and St Marys cemeteries led by Fathers Barry English and Hannan. Speakers urged prayers for the departed over mere grave decorations, stressing immortality and gratitude from friends.

Butte Holy Cross St. Mary's Church Father Barry Immaculate Conception Father English Father Hannan St Mary's Church Trown Mack Hannan Pirnat Lambertus Col- Topy O'Shea St. Joseph's Church

Subdeacon and Fathers Lead Ceremonial Choirmaster Event

Subdeacon and Fathers Leo Foley were masters of ceremony as the Columbus choir furnished the program with ceremonial music.

Leo Foley Cerple Kui Columbus Choir

Eagles Carnival Grounded Amid Northern Tour Plans

The Eagles carnival set for the week of Sune 5 will debut a new midways lineup of attractions with novelty and cleanliness. World at Home tours head to Canadian Northwest fairs, closing at Toronto exhibition. Butte’s famed shows compete with strong acts like Peter Taylor’s Jungle-beast stunts and a large water circus with Nfune’s Daughters. California Frank’s Wild West, Mazeppa’s feats, and a House of a Thousand Wonders mystic show headline a diverse bill led by Lea Firmins and Madame Frimint’s psychics in a vivid, old-time fair program.

Canadian Northwest Toronto Butte Peter Taylor N Fune Pearing Ballet Neptune California Frank Mamie Francis Stountain Flower Pauline Lorenz Execl Marie Francis America Mazeppa Mazeppa Manip Gioes India Omar Sami Palace of Miracles Lea Firmins Company Madame Frimint Ana

Memorial Day Dedication Features Hayes Biographer

A memorial dedication today honors the late president with ceremonies led by Charles Williams of Princeton New Jersey who recently completed a Hayes biography. Attendees recall the nation’s past and the enduring legacy as parts of the observance unfold.

Black satin petticoat described with playful embellishments

A vivid description notes a black satin petticoat returning to fashion with a frivolous deep net ruffle over pink chiffon and black satin bows. The high waist is emphasized to match the outer dress, signaling a playful yet formal style revival.

Jane Addams Supports Folk Dancing In Schools

Mrs. GrabMIL of Butte attended a Chicago talk where Miss Addams endorsed folk dancing in public schools. When opposition grew, Mrs. Kloechner wrote for Addams’s opinion and received a telegram saying she regrets illness prevents writing but telegraphs support.

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