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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1918
Page
9
An old advertisement touts Dr King s New Discovery as a remedy for colds and persistent coughs with breaths of relief for adults and children. It also promotes Dr King s New Life Pills to cleanse impurities and aid recovery, urging readers to ask their druggist for both products.
New York December 12 Bethlehem Steel president E Grace denies a war labor board claim that the company repudiated collective bargaining. He cites a Sept 18 letter stating readiness to provide labor representation and elections under board supervision. Grace says elections were delayed and the plan altered, making it impractical. He notes most war work is finished and future wages should not be government regulated.
Chicago December 12 government crop report shows corn yields for 1918 forecast to be the smallest in five years. Prices rose as much as seven cents a bushel today reflecting the souring outlook. Jury Complete In I W W Case
Democratic leaders Senator Martin and Representative Kitchin reached an agreement to shorten the Christmas holidays. The plan aims to limit days away in the Senate and House amid a general opposition to an extended recess due to the rush of work.
Desbury reports Viscount Grey arguing that freedom of the seas must be clearly defined and tied to a league of nations. He cites U S wartime blockade cooperation and warns against future policy that contradicts wartime actions. London papers say Britain will concede naval freedom to the United States as a peace guarantee.
Police arrested A. 31 Lohmeier, manager of the Northern Pacific employment agency, for reopening his office against city council orders. He was released on recognizance and faces peace court. He previously sued the city in federal court, which said it had no jurisdiction. Lohmeier vows to press the case as a legal test.
Reports say the United States has begun buying property on Toboga Island at the Pacific entrance to the Panama Canal. The plan reportedly includes six coast artillery batteries and a garrison of 5000 men. Property costs are said to total 15.6 million dollars.
Military units arrive in Butte replacing Company B as Company F, Fortys Fourth Infantry, and the Twenty third Battalion United States Guards, shift duties. Officers include Captain Wilton and Major Tradhey, with Lt Spencer staying a few days. The group heads to Camp Lewis for mustering out, after quartering at the School of Mines barracks and visits from Caprin Cannon and other guards. A letter from a Butte layman condemns church closures during the epidemic urging ongoing public worship and prayer.
Retailers report watches priced at one-fourth to one third less than prior levels. Dealers note steady demand as consumers seek affordable timepieces amid market adjustments.
An advertisement promises substantial savings on American watches at Mayer's 37 North Main Butte. It touts a $35 Elgin or Waltham watch in a 14k 25-year Bunting case for $35 with small payments, claiming one-fourth off list prices and about a third less than competitors.
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