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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Sep 03, 1917
Page
4
A fragmented wartime labor turmoil report describes workers declining to labor, strikes and idle mines, with agitation over wages and conditions. The piece notes miners, grocers and metal workers facing high prices and scarce supplies, while authorities seek order as wage demands rise.
The document condemns the I W W as public enemies during wartime. It accuses the group of instigating walkouts and strikes to disrupt copper coal iron lumber and shipbuilding. It argues workers were misled by agitators and stresses government needs unity and cooperation to support war production.
John Ducie, longtime Anaconda resident and noted Butte businessman, died yesterday morning. A strong personality and shrewd investor, he built a substantial fortune with conservative management and benefited from his wife’s support in western resource development. He was famed for hospitality, intellect, and enterprising spirit that left a legacy among western pioneers and associates.
The New York Woman Suffrage Party backs efforts against White House picketing by the Congressional Union, commending the stance as likely to win support. A New York suffragist convention praised President Wilson’s loyalty and condemned picketing, while noting that missteps by activists hinder the cause and turn allies away. Representative Rankin’s act of leaving Washington for Montana is criticized as undermining support amid her senatorial ambitions.
The article argues that current set backs are temporary and will not stop progress toward universal suffrage, predicting the suffrage movement will triumph in every part of the United States.
The Italian offensive against Austria is described as the war’s most important move by Italy since joining. It may stabilize Russia by drawing Austrian divisions from the Russian front and allowing Russia to re strengthen its lines. Austrians and Hungarians on the defensive appear demoralized while German- backed actions succeed only with solid support.
Authorities urge restraint as large holiday gatherings form at resorts. The advisory stresses avoiding disputes and heated arguments, maintaining sobriety, and preventing violence or disturbances amid big crowds. Emphasizes keeping cool and not letting tempers flare to ensure a peaceful celebration.
Senate leaders agree on schedule for a final vote one week from today with possible earlier action if debate ends. The war tax measure has lingered since May after House approval on May 23 and aims to start revenue collection at the new fiscal year.
The article notes the war powers bill returning to committee for additions and amendments then facing Senate approval next week before again moving to the House. It suggests the House acts faster than the Senate and expresses hope for minimal further delays in passage.
A 1917 guide on making and choosing children coats for autumn and winter. It discusses features like chest protection, large side pockets for stones and books, affordable wool options, and home sewing tips using old coats, dyes, and dark colors.
Sophie dAmour of Lowell recovered a $5220 pocketbook lost in a case tied to a Pullman porter trial. Her brother, long separated since 12 years ago after arriving in this country, found her at court, reuniting after their family split. A separate tale describes a $7000 package left on a Vine Land depot truck, mistaken for a worker lunch before being dropped.
The text recounts biblical plagues from the river turning to blood to the death of firstborns, detailing frogs, lice, hail, locusts, darkness, and cattle losses. It cites Exodus chapters 7 to 11, noting natural sequence with emphasis on Pharaoh's stubbornness and divine acts. Copyright 1917 by Dr. W. A. Evans.
The American people do not require officials to tell them when to sing or weep. Give them the facts and they will supply the emotions. This Albany Knickerbocker Tess remark underscores a call for direct information over guidance.
A collage of wartime headlines and quotes from Paris to New York reflecting mixed opinions on Kaiser Wilhelm and German policy. The items critique leadership, discuss public morale, and joke about political figures amid ongoing conflict.
A collage of quips from multiple papers. A college son asks about postholes a diplomat’s grave joke. A tramp near a family housewife banters. A Birmingham reader notes winders and gas costs. A father boasts a democrat baby then misplaces chess pieces. A lecturer contends sedentary work weakens endurance and a jibe about standing follows.
On a hot day two Samford farmers halted haying at noon and resumed after dusk. Under a bright moon in the Stamford vale, they hitched teams to mowing machines and completed a solid night’s work.
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