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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1921
Page
4
A fragmentary note describes a conflicted moment of guilt as a person congratulates themselves for a supposed achievement with another individual. The text hints at relational tension and moral unease rather than a clear outcome or event.
In a Riga interview Emma Goldman proclaims love for America while refusing to return to Russia. She asserts no compromise between nations and frames America as her country though frustrated by exclusion, arguing ownership rights collide with anarchy.
A Brooklyn representative introduces a bill to bar federal judges from holding paid offices beyond their judgeship. It would require judges to answer to the Supreme Court if barred by a bar association and risk contempt if they refuse to desist. The measure targets Judge Landis and Babe Ruth style double roles.
Efforts rise across the nation to revive the English born custom of singing Christmas carols. The practice, once eclipsed by New Year revelry and Prohibition era restrictions, is seen as a modest, melodic prelude to Christmas observance.
Emma Goldman leaves Russia and makes good as a woman without a country. Soviet officials in Riga regard her departure as relief, since her anarchistic beliefs clash with the Russian communistic program. The piece notes anarchy grows in Russia and imagines Goldman challenging the devil’s system of government, sparked by hardship and neglect of basic comforts.
Interior department officials emphasize slow Alaskan population growth despite rich resources. The Seward to Fairbanks railway, 460 miles with 70 miles left graded, is the top federal project. Original funding was 35 million dollars, with potential increases due to material costs. An engineer compares Alaska to Montana and Nevada in early development, noting long timelines and distant location as factors.
Primary estimates show Red Cross Christmas seal sales breaking records due to strong newspaper amplification and wide public support. Contributions mainly come from the general populace, with Camp Fire Girls and school groups aiding nationwide. The surge reflects renewed hope amid tough business times and underscores broad public philanthropy.
A column-style roundup quotes various newspapers and writers on language and culture noting shifts in slang fashion gasoline consumption home alcohol bans and media stereotypes. It includes lines attributed to Leslie's Weekly the Louisville Courier New York Telegraph and other outlets with satirical takes on modern speech and public life.
A collage of jokes and witticisms from various papers including Edinburgh Scotsman and Louisville Courier Journal, with an aside about nervous behavior. The Charleston West Virginia mining firm Sehooming Mining Company, once Evanston Tennessee HQ and Missouri license, surrendered its West Virginia charter. Edward R. Hall serves as president.
The countess of Clonmel, wife of Earl Clonmel and popular in court circles, has opened a London laundry to keep busy and pursue a successful venture. She began the business simply to have something to do.
A mixed page features a poem on memory by T A Daly praising study and duty, followed by Robert Robertson commentary critiquing political rhetoric. The piece defends Miss Robertson as principled and courageous for advocating the so called better baby policy and opposing party lines, drawing praise from supporters and acknowledgement of opposition.
The New York Sun notes signs that unemployment has passed a low point and that commerce and manufacturing are gradually improving. Hoover reports a drop of over a million jobless in recent weeks from nationwide data. In Bellaire Ohio ministers urge curfews, abolition of extreme dress, and sex education for children via planned school programs.
Astrological reading portrays an uncertain day with Jupiter and Neptune favorable and Venus Mars adverse. Trade may profit under Jupiter, while practical purchases are favored though cosmetics and costly toiletries may be curtailed. Women feel unsettled, Congress faces party dissent, labor issues linger but railways improve organization. Traveling is lucky for those starting out.
Bessie P Brueggeman of St Louis Missouri becomes the first woman named to an official position by President Harding. Former Missouri Republican state executive member and Chicago convention delegate at large, she captained the St Louis motor brigade during the war.
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