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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1921
Page
4
A Montana report describes eye transplant experiments in animals aiming to restore sight in the blind. Surgeons caution that human trials are far off and note the difficulty of sourcing eyes, with speculation on compensation for donors.
A portrait of Henry Watterson extols his American liberty creed and fierce advocacy for law and conscience. The column surveys recent mayoral races in New York Buffalo Cleveland and Boston noting Curley’s surprise win amid pulpit opposition and legal scrutiny. It also critiques Prohibition era politics and the public mood, with reflections on Christmas, the Volstead act, and disarmament.
Dr. Theodore Koppanyi told the Biological and Ophthalmological societies of Vienna about experiments grafting eyes from one rat into blinded sockets of another. The claim envisions future possibilities for vision restoration through grafted eyes in blind subjects.
The document reports De Valera’s secret session remarks on the oath dispute during Irish treaty talks. He argues the oath binds allegiance to the king, but sees peace possible if Britain offers substantive modifications. He notes Ireland’s aim toward external relations within the British Commonwealth and denies the treaty guarantees true peace.
Butte newsboys sold the Christmas Standard to thousands across the twin cities and beyond, with Anaconda also active. The issue, a holiday guide and business directory, drew crowds to send greetings and learn gift ideas while advertisers praised its reach. The paper reported heavy distribution, notable ad volume, and a bustling local holiday operation.
Martin Hutchens, editor of the Mis sata, in Butte yesterday conferred with chamber of commerce members on support for the National Kultorial association convention to be held in July. He discussed national leaders visiting Montana, potential trips to principal cities and parks, and inviting President Harding to attend. Hutchens said the convention would advertise Montana and bring needed entertainment. Missoula could contribute but required assistance from other cities.
The article reports on international delegates debating submarine warfare limits. France Italy and Japan favor humane rules but oppose abolition. US Secretary Hughes urges restricting horrors of submarine warfare and considers search and seizure under international law. Britain seeks abolition if possible but accepts limited rules if abolition fails, though skeptical of effectiveness.
The text records a stance urging treaty ratification and Irish self rule. It quotes Collins supporting the treaty as a path to national strength, independence, and freedom for individuals, while emphasizing English removal from Ireland and progress for the Irish nation. Arthur Griffith attends the interview and approves the account.
An elderly woman from Butte has died at the age of 80. The funeral arrangements and exact cause of death are not provided in the available fragment.
Father Collins, a Irish Capuchin priest, discusses reaction to the Irish treaty and the Dail Eireann's probable acceptance. He notes sentiment in British colonies supporting bonds with Ireland, contrasts Irish and Japanese openness to agreements, and cites his wartime service and family link to James Collins of Butte.
An unlicensed man named from Bermuda treated a patient with Bible passages and a claimed cure for 50 dollars. The patient supplied a bottle of medicine and later suffered alleged severe effects. A quarrel led to the arrest as authorities vow severe penalties for fake doctors.
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