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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1923
Page
7
Snow killed his wife and two women in a remote farmhouse then shot a mother and her 15 year old son in a cottage before turning his gun on himself. The grave was opened and the body removed after a fire at the farmhouse, with county officials pursuing state aid in the unsettled case.
In Racine Wisconsin a 14 year old girl Melia Reske died and Walter Blanck a Tompkinsville farmer was hospitalized after a Chicago Milwaukee St Paul freight struck their two ton milk truck at the Franksville crossing seven miles from Racine. Blanck was driving the milk laden truck with the girl riding with him home from school.
Joe Anzalone lies between life and death in a New Orleans hospital after being shot by Jesse Stamps in Independence following a chase that left Stamps' 43 year old son struck by Anzalone’s car. The elder Stamps stands at his son's bedside as authorities look to arrest him on nominal bail, with Independence citizens offering bonds.
Berlin churches hold services each morning and evening to draw businessmen to religion. The Lord's Supper is served every Saturday night due to Sunday trips by city residents to the country.
A fragment notes Valenciennes lace about three inches wide used for gentlemen ruffs, priced to 11 a yard in 1788, indicating textile trade practices and fashion preferences of that period.
The San Carlo Opera company staged Ti Trovatore to a packed Broadway house in Butte. Salazar as Manrico and Miss Taylor as Leonora drew enthusiastic praise for voice and technique, while Basiola Azucena and the chorus received admiration for their performances in a vivid, well conducted rendering.
The National Woman's Party urges an equal rights amendment to erase legal inequalities. Senator Curtis has introduced the proposal this session. Visible in photos are Mrs. Charles H. Sabin, Miss Maud Younger, Senator Curtis, Mrs. Arthur L. Livermore, and Mrs. Lon C. Hocker of the Republican National Committee.
The San Carlo company under Carlo Peroni presents a tense Verdian plot with a jealous Count di Luna, Manrico the troubadour, and Leonora in a melodrama of love and peril. Azucena's secret and a fatal finale drive a high tension season opener praised for orchestra, conducting, and pianist-like singers. Kathryn Baird Sullivan promotes Butte as a western musical hub and teases Allen McQuhae as next star attraction for the series.
Morrie Schlaifer Omaha welterweight boxer will go to an Omaha hospital today for surgery on his left eye after injuries from a recent bout with Panama Joe Gans. He has canceled two upcoming bouts, including one with Jimmy Jones in St Paul. One billion sixty million pounds of butter will be used by the American people in 1924.
Bulletin reports rebels routed by Obregon forces with Puebla railroad workers joining De la Huerta. Losses include rolling stock and telegraphic gear. Col. Rodolfo Medina Barron executed for planning arms against the government amid a broader list of executed figures.
Francisco Obregon, nephew of President Obregon, has been installed as vice consul at Eagle Pass Texas. The move fuels speculation that the president may be sending personal belongings across the border and plans to relocate to the port.
Teodoro Fraziers, De la Huerta agent, said a telegram reported the steamship Coahuila was attacked by the Mexican government boat Progresso armed with small guns. Coahuila reached Acapulco and Puebla’s capture was confirmed by the Mexican war department in Mexico City through Arturo M. Elias.
Juarez dispatch confirms the 20 year term of Congressman Jesus Salas for the murder of Francisco Villa. The supreme court in Chihuahua City upheld the Parral trial verdict, with attorney Alberto Lopez Hermosa vowing to petition the governor for review.
Dec 26 Vera Cruz reports say federal troops pulled back to Apizaco along the Mexican railway about 70 miles east of Mexico City. Obregon forces began withdrawing from San Marcos after skirmishes, with rebels advancing and the line possibly cut at points.
A fire at a mental hospital killed 17 patients who sought refuge in a lavatory. Police forced doors, removed the victims to the morgue. many bodies burned beyond identification, with some patients still missing. The hospital spans about 25 acres with a dozen brick buildings.
Twelve people were killed in Huasabas Sonora Mexico as a string of earthquakes from December 18 to 24 razed adobe homes. About 29 shocks were felt with the worst on December 18 and the next day. Granados town suffered 29 destroyed houses and a storm worsened survivors at the disaster zone.
A woman identified as Mrs Martinez was shot dead at a Park Street residence after a night at a Mexican club. Police say jealousy over the victim may have sparked the murder, with two suspects pursued and three Mexicans arrested for questioning. The coroner ordered an inquest.
Mason Griffin of San Francisco defeated Gene Cline in one of two main events on a boxing program on December 26 in San Francisco. Pep Webster beat Pat Corbett of Los Angeles, Bobby Ertle stopped Eddie Garcia in the third round, and a featherweight bout between Billy Burke and Johnny Lawson ended in a draw.
The amount paid to the public employer equals forty six percent of the total wages paid to workers in all U S factories producing more than five thousand dollars worth of goods per year.
A historical write up notes Lt Wood held 35 000 shares in July August with about 500 000 margin. Weeks later he held 37 000 short, profiting 75 000 from the shift. He traded Famous Players at 20 points below his earlier short price and used the cable address Oswood Manila for messages.
Secretary of War John W. Weeks said he received reports that Lt. Osborne C. Wood, aide to Governor General Leonard Wood in the Philippines, engaged in large scale investments. He ordered the operations ceased, noting the amounts exceeded what he deemed his officer’s means and found no department fault.
Humphrey Courtney arrives from Bozeman to stay through New Year visiting parents Mr. and Mrs. M Courtney. Mrs John Derville of Butte guests of her parents Mr. and Mrs I A Taylor. Miss Mary Moore of Missoula visits with her parents. Various locals and students return home for the holidays and attend a Christmas dinner hosted by Mrs Vatts Page.
In Sioux Falls South Dakota on December 26 the county proposal meetings reported a coalition of the democratic and former labor parties under the McAdoo for president banner. Lincoln and Moody counties showed progress with Minnehaha partial success.
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