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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1901
Page
6
The notice lists publication details for The Anaconda Standard, including prices for daily and Sunday editions, subscription rates, mileage for Europe and foreign rates, and office locations. It notes branch offices in Butte, Missoula, and Great Falls and provides contact and distribution points.
The Anaconda Standard posts the largest paid circulation among Montena daily and Sunday papers in a six month period. Daily average for June 9 and 11 shows 11,872 copies, while Sunday circulation reaches 18,000 plus.
Rear Admiral Evans said at the Schley inquiry that the battleship Texas did not receive proper notice or consideration. He affirmed the Texas played a key part in destroying Cervera's fleet and had a generous share in the Santiago victory, with no influence from Schley or his supporters.
The piece questions sending anarchists to Guam as punishment echoing old Filipino methods. It argues Guam’s remote location and its peaceful people do not deserve exile for anarchist crimes and notes existing prisons could hold offenders. It cites John Moet’s one year sentence for printing anarchist writings as inadequate.
The article notes rumors that Roosevelt hinted he would not fight for a 1904 nomination yet might accept succession if he is nominated. It cautions that such a receptive stance is risky given past presidents who ascended did not secure full terms, citing Arthur and earlier accidental presidents.
The passage discusses 1884 Republican conventions with Arthur Blaine and Cleveland, noting Arthur’s prior strong showing and Blaine’s nomination on the fourth ballot and Cleveland’s defeat, then speculates on Roosevelt’s potential full-term nomination in 1904. It presents framed opinions on political fortunes and party dynamics.
The article notes balloonists despite Edison and Simeon Newcombe doubting flying machines. Count de la Vaux claims a 41 hour Mediterranean flight, plans water pumped ballast to stay near water. The piece suggests practical uses like wartime observation and police work, urging a shift to feasible aims.
The record shows Admiral Schley urged bold action during the July fight at Santiago. Witnesses describe his conduct as brave and honorable, countering claims he acted improperly and underscoring public interest in his actions over his words.
The Standard argues against a $100,000 state appropriation for a St. Louis exposition, noting Silver Bow county would contribute $24,000 and that such funds should not rely on uncertain voluntary gifts. It cautions taxpayers that the large sum may be inappropriate and questions legislative backing.
The article urges Butte residents to support volunteer canvassers from local churches as they tour the city Saturday. It notes the prior government census undercount and calls for prompt, courteous responses to a few questions to improve voter rolls.
The piece notes Yale naming two college buildings for Woolsey and Herrick Count Otto Von Moltke. It covers international scholars studying U S education, Elkin's generosity to teachers, Littell’s naval observatory appointment, Kyoto and Berlin professors, Depew’s extensive directorships, Delcassé’s journalism path, Roosevelt’s stature, and Minto’s popular leadership seen in Canadian visits and Ottawa cabmen.
The Butte Miner argues Montana should arrange funds and representation for a state exhibit at the St Louis fair. It warns that delays or inaction could leave Montana short of a national stage, noting a proposed one hundred thousand dollar exposition fund and the need for action before the 1803 legislative session.
The passage notes willingness to return to Omaha with no questions asked while observing that Tammany lacks backing from Hon. David B. Hill of New York and Hon. William J. Bryan of Nebraska.
An itemized sale note offers brown or unbleached sheeting at 13 cents a yard, plain hemmed pillow cases 50 by 36 inches in mustard fabric, hand torn and ready for use, with usual prices 20 cents each, described as excellent quality and free from sizing.
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