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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1920
Page
1
Diplomatic observers question whether an armistice is feasible as Bolshevists may press severe terms. The editors note uncertainty among diplomats about any lasting peace agreement.
Polish plenipotentiaries arrived at Baranovichi to join armistice talks with the Russian Bolshevik government as negotiations opened with Karl Radek near Brest Litovsk. The Bolsheviki reportedly demanded Brest Litovsk surrender, already under Bolshevik control.
Washington August 2 officials indicated the United States will likely be represented at any conference seeking to fix Russia's status though no formal invitation had been received by the State Department.
Aug 2 report states Sinn Fein member Diarmid Lynch of Cork South East resigns as member of the House of Commons citing difference with Irish leaders in the United States. Lynch, who went to America months ago, sent an explanatory letter to the speaker of the republican parliament.
In Haverhill Massachusetts on August 2 a wage dispute sparked a shutdown as 20 cut sole top-lift and top manufacturers refused union wage price lists. About six hundred workers are affected by the stoppage over proposed weekly increases of 14 to 18 dollars.
The Chase National Bank of New York and associates bid successfully for Philippines government certificates worth 10 million dollars. They carry 4 percent annual interest. The issue was authorized by Philippine legislature on May 9, 1931 to regulate the currency system and establish a reserve fund.
A moderate opinion questions the government decision to exclude Mannix from Emerald Isle, signaling concern over policy and its impact on public discourse. The piece presents a cautious critique of the ruling and urges reconsideration.
Dublin dispatch in the Times reports moderate Irish opinion questioning the government ban on Archbishop Mannix of Australia. Critics warn the decision could place Dublin church leaders in a difficult position and hinder peace efforts, while some urge close contact to sober him and align church action with Ireland’s settlement prospects.
Deputy Sheriff Andrew Mackey was attacked at 9 45 last night. Matt Halloran lies in the county jail hospital with two scalp wounds and a lacerated ear while Jack Dwyer is a prisoner in the jail. The incident occurred in Butte and continues on page 2.
Oil and gas leases worth millions draw attention as Texas and Oklahoma bring the Red River boundary case to U S Supreme Court commissioner Frederick Tyler for a hearing. Governors Hobby and Robertson failed to agree, a receiver was appointed, and lawyers Cureton Freeling and Fain will represent the contending states as oil and gas discoveries heighten stakes.
In Chicago William Bross Lloyd and 19 fellow communist labor party members were convicted of conspiracy to overthrow the U S government under Illinois criminal syndicalism law. Most received one to five year penitentiaries or fines, Lloyd facing 1 to 5 years plus 3000 dollars. Trial began May 10 after a January raid of radicals with 39 indicted. some fled to Mexico and John Reed remains in custody in Abo Finland on separate charges.
New York Aug 2 Good and sufficient reasons may exist for dismissing indictments against Charles F Murphy Tammany Hall leader and four co defendants charged with conspiracy to defraud by falsifying income tax returns Supreme Court Justice Lydon granted permission to inspect the extraordinary grand jury minutes. The case ties Murphy assistants and partners to glucose sales profits of the Corn Products company during the war.
The American Forestry association announced a forestry and print paper conference to be held in New London New Hampshire on August 24 25 and 26 with participants from the United States and Canada expected to attend.
The People's Congregational church held an open air service and picnic at Black Tail canyon after the Butte ministerial association denounced Sunday picnics as desecration. Many Protestant members support outdoor worship. St. Mark's pastor Huddliff backs summer hillside services but criticizes resolutions, noting his church already favors morning services and outdoor recreation in the hills after services.
Canadian Pacific railway passenger train No. 63 was held up at Sentinel on the Crows Nest line near the British Columbia boundary. Three men believed to be foreigners robbed the passengers and crew and then escaped.
Spokane banker Thomas H. Brewer, president of Fidelity National Bank, died early today of sleeping sickness after about two months of illness.
Governor Cox reviews belligerent mail from Republicans and Democrats urging a strong League of Nations stance. He notes many letters praise Senator Harding's declarations and that independent Republicans appear dissatisfied. He affirms a uniform policy of non interference in Democratic primaries.
Berlin reports the first contingent of new volunteers stiffen Polish resistance as Bolshevist infantry press toward Warsaw. Poles slow river retreat and gain minor success south of Brody while fronts from Lomza to Ostroff face blockades and prisoner captures. London cites East Prussia recruiting for the Red Army and socialist party admission, with Bolshevist cavalry driven back at Lomza and frontier crossings guarded amid assurances the border will be respected.
Paris dispatches report military experts remain optimistic about Poland. Soviet cavalry has not advanced beyond 75 miles from Warsaw, with movement stagnating compared to yesterday.
Soviet communique reports hot fighting along the River Narew northeast of Warsaw. The official statement was received by wireless from Moscow and confirms ongoing engagement in the area.
Midred Harris Chaplin files a divorce suit in Los Angeles against Charlie Chaplin alleging cruelty. She says their marriage was kept secret after a October 23, 1818 wedding to protect his career. The complaint notes she suffered a nervous breakdown and that Chaplin was out late, contributing to the breakup.
Boston August 2 Officials of the Ponzi linked company closed after an all day run by investors seeking funds. They announced continued payments to depositors and that all claims were paid in full. Ponzi estimated 3.5 million dollars paid out while authorities prepared further audits and guards were posted at offices.
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