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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1924
Page
2
Mr. Platt outlines continued western expansion through railways, noting improved railway labor, higher farm profits from diversified Idaho farming, and promising freight conditions. He stresses cooperation with railroads to settle western lands and foresees further development and bigger rewards in the coming period.
Carl Hough was found guilty of first degree murder for slaying 18 year old Lillian McKinney of Herrick Iowa. The jury recommended a life sentence. sentence date not set. McKinney's body was found under a highway bridge near Bedford on August 13.
Instructional note describes dissolving two Bayer Aspirin tablets in four tablespoonfuls of water to gargle the throat. Recommends using genuine aspirin tablets marked with a cross and provides cautions about preparation and timing.
The city of Butte paid 575 dollars to secure road rights across O Leary and Hastie lots after a board of appraisers valued the parcels at 300 and 275 respectively. Judge William EB Carroll signed the order directing defendants to surrender the lots, terminating prior condemnation litigation though an action for building the road without owner consent proceeds. The Rowe road committee, led by James H Rowe, paid the funds in the city name to finalize the purchase.
The House approved several irrigation projects including Boise and Sun River while Spanish Springs drew opposition from Rep. Cramton and Senator Pittman stalled funds in the Senate. A continuing tally showed Idaho, Montana, and New Mexico projects advancing, with Williston's $50,000 continuation amendment failing and adjournment looming.
Mrs. Anna Buzzi, twice tried for the 1923 murder of Frederick Schneider, a Bronx contractor and her former common law husband, was acquitted by a Bronx Supreme Court jury after a retrial. The first trial ended with a guilty verdict and she spent 11 months on death row at Sing Sing before a retrial was granted. The second trial concluded with a not guilty verdict after roughly six hours of deliberation.
The 1922 testimony recounts Mortimer and Black discussing government graft, with Forbes accused of taking $30,000 and Mortimer denying a double cross. Details cover advances to friends, hotel bills, and a Western inspection trip, including Hayden Lake and Seattle moments.
President Harding and Mrs. Coolidge greeted readers at a rear platform as a girls musical group presented flowers. The gathering in Chicago included discussions with Frank Lowden and Sias H. Strawn about cabinet roles, with Strawn’s fate tied to political opposition and subsequent withdrawal of his nomination. Gore and Slemp stayed in Chicago for longer talks.
Chicago December 5 The White House attache explains why President Coolidge rode in a regular Pullman car instead of a special train. Officials cited cost of private car at 90 dollars daily plus 25 fares. Officials noted space limits and ticket buying arrangements at the depot.
Wholesale prices of commodities in Austria are reported to be 40 percent above core-war levels, while retail prices exceed by 70 percent, signaling substantial inflation and lingering postwar economic pressures.
Young actors and actresses of the Mask and Dagger club directed by Miss Gertrude Ryan scored a success with August Thomas comedy Just Suppose. The three act play unfolds in the Stafford home drawing room and garden across May, with a notable cast led by Kingsley Stafford, Hannibal, Mrs Carter Stafford, and the Marquis of Karnaby. The high school orchestra, directed by Miss Eleanor Tenner, provided lively numbers. A matinee for school children is today at 2:30 and tonight at 8:30.
Antonio Corsi a famed artists model died in Los Angeles at 56 after a long illness. He posed for Sir John Sargent and Sir Edwin Abbeys works and the End of the Trail statue. Born 1868 near Rome, he migrated to California in 1914 and later acted in several Los Angeles films.
A speaker argues that the exclusion policy cannot be fully forecast and warns that inaction may worsen disaster. He notes Japan’s 1908 principle of exclusion, the Gentlemen's Agreement, and argues the real issue is humiliation and race discrimination, not immigration.
A Butte veteran, who served in the Spanish American War and later worked at the city gas plant, is buried today. He fought in an era of self-supplied hardships, married Catherine Goodwin in 1891, and left five daughters, a son, and six grandchildren. Survived by his widow and extended family.
Hundreds of friends attended the funeral of Robert Frances Peoples credit manager of the Hennessy company. The service began at 9 oclock from his home and continued with requiem high mass at St Patrick s church. Burial was in St Patrick s cemetery with pallbearers Morris Griffin Addison McGrath Walter Sullivan Bud Leary Bernie McDonald and Sam Warren serving.
Sweden born Mrs Christina Sofia Johnson died early yesterday at her son Julius Johnson’s home 1724 Wilson Avenue after a three day illness. She was 80 and active till the end. She and her family came from Sweden to Salt Lake City, then moved to Butte five years ago. Her husband died in Salt Lake in 1906. Survived by daughters Mrs Frank Relli of Butte and Mrs William Roberg of Salt Lake City. sons Julius of Butte and Arthur of Los Angeles. Body at Sherman Reed's.
The funeral for Lorrane Crunch proceeded from 623 Summit Street to St Marys Church where Rev Father Hannon celebrated mass. Interment followed at Holy Cross Cemetery with Rev Father OMalley officiating at the grave. Pallbearers were John Lowney Tim Denney Howard Sullivan Shea William Kelley and Tom Kendrigan.
Governor Len Small and his son Leslie were injured when their car overturned near Pontiac Illinois. Leslie broke a collar bone and suffered other injuries while the governor received severe cuts and a bruised hip and ear. Mrs English the governor’s daughter and Al Rothfuhr of the State highway department were lightly hurt but not seriously. The party continued to Kankakee after treatment.
In San Francisco Jake Schaefer defeated Willie Hoppe 3200 to 2897 in a 3200 point special balk line billiards match. Schaefer, a former title holder, had a high run of 260 while Hoppe posted 133. Final eighth block scores were 400 for Schaefer and 256 for Hoppe. Grand averages: Schaefer 32.65 Hoppe 29.86.
Paul Berlenbach, New York light heavyweight, defeated Tommy Burns in the fifth round of a scheduled 10 round bout in Detroit. Berlenbach weighed 171 pounds while Burns scaled 167, marking his first win in the West.
Two air force officers were sentenced to death and shot today for remaining inactive during the communist outbreak last December in Bethonia. The court martial found gross negligence and failure to take action, triggering a dramatic military punishment.
An entertainment at People's Community Church on Harrison Avenue drew a large crowd and showcased young South Side talent. J. Floyd Ghormiey organized the program to raise funds for the church rebuilding, with Rev. L. H. Bent and others aiding in the drive. The evening featured choruses, solos, duets, and readings led by Ghormiey, with performances by Anita Jones, Caroline Markwald, Doris Hoskins, Edna Milligan, and others, plus a mass meeting planned for Sunday night.
Mr Lydiatt announced Grage Vaudeville Broadway Theater has extended its schedule to an 18 week circuit. Acts depart from Chicago through Kansas Colorado Utah California Oregon Washington Montana to Minnesota. The Orpheum circuit sponsors the tour now entering the Northwest with growth in Montana. Mr Lydiatt, Rotary official, travels with his wife and six children on a family pleasure tour alongside business commitments.
Helena December 5 Names of five men who passed the Montana bar examination were announced by the state board in Helena this week John M Kelly and Marcus O Farrell both of Butte Floren M Homan of Gavege Bennett M Smith of Billings and Louis M Dell of Helena each earned admission to the bar after completing the exam
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