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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1920
Page
1
A frozen body was found in a Paxson Street lot. Authorities say the remains are of a man identified as George Pascoe on clothing, but attempts to identify him are underway and ongoing. Residents viewed the scene as investigators gathered evidence.
An unidentified man about 55, likely dead from exposure, was found yesterday afternoon in a Paxson street vacant lot near the Oregon avenue streetcar line in Butte by children. A clothing pocket tag bore the name George Pascoe, and a tailor identified the suit as one he made last June. Police and the sheriff were notified, with Chief Murphy noting the body’s frozen ears and cheeks and the man appearing to have tried to reach a nearby house. The body was viewed by many at the Camidy Bibon while officers pursued the man’s identity and possible tailor link.
Settino de Santis was convicted in circuit court of murdering Amie Calcaterra and Tony Hemphill, whose deaths caused race disturbances in West Jankfort last August. He faces a death sentence as an accomplice of Frank Bianco, who killed himself during the trial. Bianco had planned to marry Calcaterra’s sister and hired De Santis for 260 dollars to kill her husband to force submission.
International and domestic affairs are discussed as Hoover sits among the first ten gall leaders in a wartime council. The conversation covers troubles of the world and the state of diplomacy. Leaders weigh responses to political tensions and economic strain.
President elect Harding and Herbert Hoover met at Marion Ohio to review international and national issues for the incoming administration. Hoover said the talks covered world and economic troubles but yielded no solutions while addressing European relations and potential cabinet appointments.
Mexico City reports that about one third of the republics 5500 silver and copper mines are closed due to low metal prices. The treasury department plans emergency measures to avert total industry paralysis as large groups of workers fear layoffs when mines shut down.
In Trieste on December 12 four Italian armored cars fled Udine toward Gabriele d Annunzio's palace in Fiume. One car was halted by a son Anel, tires cut, but crew escaped and reached Fiume on foot. General Caviglia met officials at Abbazia as defections from the army boost the poet’s position amid an ultimatum threat. Wild attacks on D Annunzio opponents followed in Plume as legionnaires beat members of the Autonomous party.
Washington December fire at Walter Reed military hospital destroys psychopathic wards No. 43. Sergt Alzin Messenger missing presumed dead after likely setting fire to his bed with matches. Estimated loss about 25000. Nurses and firemen evacuated about 75 patients. several others injured. Public board of inquiry opened to determine origin of blaze.
Hyman Glasser, a Brooklyn jewelry salesman, reports thieves stole gems worth $70,000 from three New York firms after a trap involving a woman and a taxicab. He says he was struck, knocked unconscious, and woke the next day in a cellar.
The great storm over the Northern Pacific was reported moving southeast today. A portion reached Washington where at the mouth of the Columbia river and Tattoosh island wind reached 60 miles an hour. Twelve die in wreck near Armentieres as freight and passenger trains collide head on killing twelve and injuring thirty.
Washington reports the Senate and House will convene with leaders aiming to pass major legislation before adjournment. The agriculture committee resolution to revive the war finance corporation and extend liberal credits to farmers faces a vote before 3 p.m. A move to strike the credit extension is expected. Also set for rapid final action is the Johnson immigration bill restricting entry for one year.
Former King Constantine of Greece and his family prepare to depart for Venice on the first leg of their journey Athens amid heavy royal baggage. Queen Sophia and household members are expected to press for reforms in Greece.
After talks between Senator Smoot and Representative Fordney the house ways and means committee will draft a wool relief bill. It may propose a wool embargo or a tax on imports to offset foreign exchange differences. The panel will survey house sentiment to choose a path most likely to gain quick approval and will originate the measure in the house.
In Kansas City Missouri five people were killed and 28 injured when a one man operated street car ran out of control on a steep grade, struck a switch, and demolished. Officials report no passengers harmed. Separately in Tokyo many officers from General Semenoff’s anti Bolshevik army are arriving in Yokohama seeking asylum after Benenoft reached Port Arthur Manchuria.
Jack Tevis a switchman was jailed in Portland Oregon on December 12 after police and coroner Earl Smith said Mrs Nelsie Tevis was found dead late the day in circumstances suggesting she was strangled Coroner Smith noted the injuries and death appear foul play prompting an investigation by authorities.
Cork center is destroyed by fire after military ambush at Pillows Cross. Four killed, many wounded, and civilians shot. Fire hoses cut hindered efforts as flames swept the Carnegie Library and Corn Exchange. Property damage estimated at 2 to 3 million pounds. Auxiliary cadets active, violence sprees continue through the night.
Kansas City Mo Dec 12 In a Friends of Irish Freedom meeting the late Cork lord mayor widow Mrs Muriel Swiney was invited to visit Missouri A resolution urged recognition of the Irish Republic and was adopted along with the invitation note.
Curtis Lytton of Butte Mont was killed in an automobile accident on Van Ness avenue in San Francisco on Saturday. He had left Butte two months earlier with Jack Christie and Christie will return with the body. Lytton, 24, unmarried, born and educated in Butte, graduated from Butte High School in 1916 and worked as a cashier at the Broadway theater before joining Goodyear Tire. He is survived by his mother Mrs Julia Lytton and relatives in Butte and on Excelsior avenue.
Washington December 12 Senator Dillingham republican Vermont proposes to limit annual immigration to a fixed share of current residents by nationality. His bill would restrict newcomers from Southern and Eastern Europe and from Turkey in Asia, while not targeting Northwestern countries.
In a special league assembly session, discussion focused on Bolivian demands to hear the Tacna Arica dispute. A compromise proposal would refer the case to a special commission with a report due at the next meeting. Delegates anticipated postponement at this session.
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