France aims and the world policy expounded to America
The piece argues that France seeks legitimate aims worldwide and warns against eroding gains at the conference. It notes Secretary Hughes and Senator Lodge as key figures in the American commission, calling Lodge a foregone conclusion and praising his foreign relations authority. It suggests Elihu Root should join unless political pressure blocks him.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
France
Hughes
Senator Lodge
United States
Harding
Lodge
American Commission
Elihu Root
Root
Union Picnic Draws 3500+ At Baseball Park Event
The afternoon program at the base ball park featured a diamond contest between the A. C. M. and Cole-Pitte, drawing over 3,500 spectators. Wild West exhibitions drew crowds as riders performed and a buffalo was chased into the ring. Wrestlers and boxers followed, with several matches ending in draws or no contest. Surplus receipts go to relief work for clerks and butchers unions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. C.M
Cole-Pitte
Ed Rouleau
Peter Bureau
Washoe Park
Anaconda
Fred Burgman
Fisher Ranch
Butte
J. Hanscomb
Shorty” Ayers
Johnie Murphy
Butcher Boy
Avers
Hanscomb
Ea Cone
Wigdom
Henry Webkin
Cheyenne
Johnnie Murphy
Night Hawk
Paddy Shields
Basin Creek
Eagle
Butte Mind
Purcell’ Orchestra
Steve Parker
Hansen Packing Company
Joe Conway
Anaconda Butchers Union
Parker
Conway
Weber
Buster
Brandon
Pocatello
H. E. Mose
John White
Fred Buckley
Apparent impasse in Irish dominion status talks
August 18 1921 report details Ireland's rejection of Lloyd George plan calling for dominion home rule. Describes De Valera's stance that proposals lack self determination and Irish customs control, plus predictions of renewed conflict and possible British election.
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Ireland
de Valera
I le
Lloyd George
Canada
Australia
New Zealand
Dominion of Ireland
Ire
England
Eng
Ing
Dail Eireann
North Ireland
Great Britain
Tof
Eland
Loyd George
Harding plans lure of delegates to disarmament talks
President Harding aims to draw American delegates to the disarmament conference on an installment plan, hoping to spark public interest. Yet the world’s fence summit remains the focal point, dominating discussion among statesmen as Paris notes Briand may favor addressing major international questions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harding
Earth
Paris
M. Briand
Easion
Harnessing Niagara brings hydro power to rural Ontario
Canada moves to tap Niagara falls with planned radial power lines for farmers. About 800 contracts signed, two townships ready to start within weeks. Aim to build 150 miles this year and 500 to 600 miles in 1922 under Sir Arthur Beck. Farmers may install much of the work during slack periods under overseers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canada
Niagara Falls
Ontario
Arthur Beck
Commission
Buffalo Express
Crowded Dockets Prompt Federal Judge Expansion Debate
Montana faces a swelling federal docket with 140000 cases pending on Jan 1 and 104000 started in 1920, many criminal tied to Volstead Act violations. Senators consider commissions or permanent inferior tribunals to handle misdemeanors and minor matters while avoiding new lifelong judgeships. The piece links broader fiscal and political musings to the docket crisis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Montana
United States District Courts
Congress
Spencer
Missouri
Judiciary Committee
A Winner William Williams Triumphs in Tat Men’s Ace
W J Williams is declared winner of a tat game in a men’s ace contest with Jamie Gat ot as competitor, reflecting a tight finish and local competition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. J. Williams
Jamie Gat Otare
Clerks and Butchers Race Highlights In 1924 Picnic
A fragment from a 1924 McClure syndicated piece lists winners in various age and union categories from a clerks and butchers picnic. Names include Herbert Hover Benny Kinan Dan McPherson Mrs F E Newton Mrs Jennie Wilcox Deloy Daniels Victor Swanson Margaret Harrington Edna Stockton Inez Hardy and others. The column mixes athletic results with astrological forecasts noting risks to health and potential economic trouble.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Herbert Hover
Benny Kinan
Dan McPherson
F. E. Newton
Jennie Wilcoxlash
J. Maginn
Charley
J. Riley
R. Knipe
Bodild
Clair Phillips
Earnest Hamm
John Mazdiz
Louis Tomich
W. J. Ee JR
Saytothc
Ben Korlo
Horoscope for Thursday Aug 18 1921
The horoscope warns of menacing planetary aspects with Mercury the sun and Uranus causing depression and poor judgment. Avoid signing contracts and delaying major actions while public gossip may rise and reputations of high officials could be affected. Women are advised to be cautious in all acts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Uranus
South Africa
Italy
France
Leo
McClure
Mercury
Uranue
Nus
Dulgence
Econds
Nation’s jests on taxes and politics flash across pages
A collage of quips from various papers mocks taxation Volstead law and government costs. It cites lines about a popular tax that pleases none and notes sharp shifts in liquor imports post prohibition. It also lampoons politicians, military size, pacifist views, and public speeches with brisk, era-tinged humor.
Open Sessions of Grand Lodge Here
The Montana grand lodge opened with a city visit by Butte Masons. A social program includes an Automobile tour from 4 PM and a Grand ball at Columbia Gardens for masters Masons and their ladies. Henry C. Smith of Miles City is expected to be named grand master as sessions proceed with reports, committees, and remarks by Walter L. Stotwell.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Helena
Roosevelt Drive
Columbia Gardens
Henry
Grand Lodge
G. Cocking
Butte
Henry C. Smith
Miles City
Brotwell
North Dakota Lodge
Fascnle Service Association
George Washington MéMoria Association
Montana
L.A. Smith
Bagdad’ Shrine Band
Wae
Vincent Ae
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Standard Publishing
Anaconda, Mont
Oui
North Main Street
Nee Department
Benet Sepertarent
Prudden, King & Prudden
New York
Steger
Chicago
R. J. Bidwell Company
Market Street
Can
Mecca
Dixey la Hood
Tilford Allen
la Hood
Allen
Evi
Tive Negroes
Bate Nally
Bud” Lundy
Dan Dugan
Lenine
Germany
Arthur Perham
Chamber of Commerce
Russell Wilcox
T. Seybold
C. A. Anderton
S. W. Mitchell
Cleveland Plain Dealer
Louisville
Courier. Journal
Hiram Maxim
Maxim
Los Angeles Times
Borah
Indianapolis News
Cuba
Lexington Herald
Kansas City
Detroit
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