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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 1921
Page
1
Statement asserts that home brewed beer for personal use cannot prompt residence searches by officers. The wording implies a limit on enforcement when no sale or distribution is involved, impacting investigative authority in domestic contexts.
Washington August 16 The House approved an amendment to the Willis Campbell beer bill allowing home brew but requiring warrants for searches of residences. The change bars search unless the dwelling is used to make liquor for sale or sold. Rep Fields sought to strike the sale clause while Rep Volstead supported the amendment, saying it does not alter prohibition policy. The measure clarifies warrant requirements but leaves other enforcement avenues open. Topge on board Massachusetts lodge recognized by foreign relations committee of the American delegation conference.
The Associated Press reports Edwin F. Morse a teller at the International Trust Company fled with between 75000 and 80000 in funds. Morse escaped to Mexico and a reward was offered for his apprehension.
Reductions range from 10 percent for skilled workers to 25 percent for common labor with an effective date of August 22. The plan covers about 12,000 men across multiple classifications.
The wage board awards a 10 to 25 percent cut for skilled to common workers, fixing 40 cents an hour for outside common labor and restoring pay to the 1914 schedule for most positions. The agreement runs to May 1, 1922 with potential reopeners after Dec 1 and covers Canadian and American mills.
William W. Edstrom of Butte petitions the district court for an annulment of his marriage to Marion Edstrom after learning she had a Canadian divorce from Leonard Van Maarion of McLeod Alberta. Edstrom alleges he married Aug 2 at 1007 Lawcett Street and that she used the name E. Watson and claimed a Warren Virginia birthplace. Alberta divorce records and a Canadian suit by Van Maarion for misconduct are cited. the marriage ceremony was not recorded.
The clerks' union committee lists Reed, Mitchell, and Wilcox as above members. Berow is noted among the butchers' bureau with Onemke.
Butte gears up for a historic commercial day with butchers and clerks co operating. More than 40 Silver Bow trades unions back the event as the Butte Chamber of Commerce supports a city wide picnic. Stores will close for the day as business folk gather at Columbia Gardens to mingle and enjoy friendly rivalry.
A woman named Jennie Doe was arrested by Detective Van Orden after being found with matches near a pile of papers alight behind Jensen drug store at 401 South Montana Street. Two attempts to destroy the building occurred within an hour. owner F Sylvian intervened when the fire rekindled. Authorities say arson charges likely to be filed after she gave varying stories and claimed 305 West Park Street as her address.
Frank Haskins of Butte was elected grand master of the first veil in the Montana Grand Chapter Royal Arch Masons. All other officers were re-elected or advanced, with Dianne A Allister Kalispell named grand high priest Alt Whitworth Deer Lodge deputy high priest and Edward Da Helena named grand king among others.
Belgrade reports the death of King Peter of Serbia after a long illness. He had pleurisy in June, then pneumonia and congestion of the lungs. he sank into unconsciousness, failed to recover, and died after a period of declining health.
Butte council No. 668 Knights of Columbus presented Rev. Father Emmett Joseph Riley with a solid silver carved chalice to mark his first celebration. The presentation occurred last evening, with a ceremonial display of gratitude and community support.
Royal V Linnton aged 35 of Lewistown and Winnett shot himself in a hotel room with a Tong rifle. A note addressed to Marie Holmes claimed forgiveness and heartache. Marie Holmes denied prior statements. Linnton is survived by his father a daughter and his mother.
In Dublin on August 16 the Sinn Fein leaders insist on complete independence. Eamon de Valera says Ireland’s cabinet is the sole government recognized by the Irish people and rules out dominion status, signaling negotiations only on right and principle.
The board kept Dr Maginn in his seat after a heated session with Julia Rogers backing vacancy and J H Baldwin opposing. Baldwin argued nonvacancy due to Maginn not being out of district 60 days, while Rogers cited absence of three consecutive unexcused meetings. The vote failed to declare vacancy and attendees at Three Mile school will transfer to Cleveland school for instruction pending superintendent action.
The body found near Braddyville, Iowa, is identified as Ross Hammond of Baker Oregon. Raymond Wren of Dow Missouri confessed to shooting Hammond while they were traveling by automobile near St. Joseph Missouri, authorities say.
Washington August 16 The nation's tax bill will be cut 193.64 million this fiscal year and 877.79 million in 1922 along with 790.83 million in 1923, as chairman Fordney and theWays and Means committee explain. Democrats plan a broadside attack labeling the measure a rich man's bill while debating rules on quick passage.
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