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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1923
Page
1
A dramatic, grim account by R.A.K. recalls a near-fatal wreck on Harrison Avenue near the Country Club. Dozens of cars clogged the scene as a bronzed youth recounted two earlier accidents that day. Deputies urged order while spectators edged closer, reminded of the deadly risks of speed.
Thousands visited Marion to pay homage at the tomb of the late President Harding as the Stone Mountain Monumental Association planned a granite monument. The group issued offers of granite for the mausoleum to honor the former leader and Civil War soldiers nearby.
The proposed city county consolidation faces demise after a district court found the constitutional amendment and legislative action not properly spread in the minutes of both houses as required. Advocates say future legislation must again submit the measure to the people for approval and ratification. Meanwhile Britain’s Curzon notes Germany must pay reparations to its capacity, seeks arbitration, and questions France’s indefinite Ruhr occupation.
WASHTUNA Wash August 12 One child is dead and two seriously injured after a discharged shotgun at a ranch house twelve miles from here Ruth Phillips 13 was killed instantly Alice Larson 11 was shot in the breast and face and Floyd Fifield 12 had his hand blown off The children were alone at the Fifield home when a game with the gun caused the accident
A press dispatch from Gloucester Massachusetts says President Coolidge will not permit a coal strike. John Hays Hammond and Dr George Otis Smith pressed for action after meeting at Hammond's Gloucester home. Hammond plans to go to Washington to discuss the coal situation. A joint meeting of anthracite operators and miners officials was proposed in New York. Washington reports indicate the government may act soon to avoid a strike in the anthracite fields. The union demanded a check-off clause, which operators refused.
Seventeen people eight adults and nine from one family rode home from Adath Israel picnic at Ross ranch when and Dodge limousine collided from behind causing a truck to overturn. Nathan Gordon trapped. six injured seek treatment at Murray's hospital. Injured include Mrs. H. Glickman Fannie Rafish Mrs. Matt Gordon Miss Fannie Glickman Matt Gordon Max Aronsky and six children. Passersby aided victims. Bubich car blamed for quick turn across road. Deputy Porter assisted with medical aid. more details on Page 2.
Nebraska Governor leads state effort to cut gas price by establishing state operated filling stations. He will study supply and wholesale prices while awaiting response and faces competition from South Dakota.
At Dry Gulch forks near Helena two and a half miles south, Rev Stephen A Coburn his mother Mrs Mary Ann Coburn and his five year old son Teddy died when their car plunged off a bridge. Mrs Else Coburn escaped but strained her back while trying to lift the car. Mrs Ein burn, wife of a local patient, is hospitalized in serious condition. The accident occurred at noon.
Police clash with demonstrators across multiple sections as unrest over Germany intensifies. Reports indicate numerous fatalities and broad trouble spreading through several districts amid mounting protests and security responses.
German provincial centers face food prices and money shortages causing trouble including deadly clashes in Neurode Breslau and Hanover. Riots suppressions and a general strike movement spread from Berlin as resignations of Chancellor Cuno and his cabinet are accepted. Stresemann appointed to form a new four party government with key posts discussed.
Edmund Arras of Columbus Ohio arrives with F C W Parker of Chicago to lead the state Kiwanis convention in Lewistown Montana. About 100 locals attend an informal reception as the gathering prepares to open tomorrow with officers and members in attendance.
Associated Press report from Era Montana dated August 12 describes a heavy fire in an unnamed town burning the planing mill, power plant, and lamp departments. Volunteer bucket brigades battled the flames as multiple saw mills were affected and homes and local utilities threatened.
The British draft reply and covering note released in Washington outline a commission of experts to assess Germany’s capacity to pay and call for American participation. Britain, echoing Secretary Hughes, proposes experts operate independently from government control and seeks consultation with Germany themselves. The wording follows Baldwin’s Aug. 2 remarks but adds direct ally cooperation and the potential American expert on the investigating body.
Announcement from Austin reports the Mexican recognition details for the United States are ready as conveyed by John A Morris from El Paso and Obregon. If President Harding approves, the treaty may be signed. final action was postponed with potential return to Washington.
In Eberbach Germany Aug 12 reports say Grover Cleveland Bergdoll the American draft evader was involved in a shooting that killed a Swiss citizen and wounded an American lieutenant and others. Local residents describe tension as authorities move to capture Bergdoll and his alleged accomplices who were reportedly attempting to flee with a kidnapped man.
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