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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1921
Page
4
The Leviathan, idle in New York harbor since wartime service repatriating over 11,000 sick and wounded, is debated as a marinetype asset. Proposals include mooring as flats, but the Shipping Board opposes diverting her from passenger duties. The debate weighs economic and sentimental value versus original purpose.
In a critical assessment, the speaker questions France’s submarine program and vast naval expenditures, arguing France should focus on peace and reconstruction rather than large military expansion. He notes France’s debt burden and the risk of alienating allies while warning naval buildup may hinder prosperity and stability.
Shipping board weighs refitting the ocean monster Leviathan to restore passenger service with a 3,400 passenger capacity and 1,100 crew, totaling 4,500 aboard. Built in Germany in 1914, interned at New York harbor in 1917, seized by the president’s order, then served as a wartime troop transporter carrying a quarter million U.S. soldiers to France, including many from Montana in the Forty‑first.
The piece surveys pending political clashes in 1922. Democratic Chairman Hull rallies farmers and veterans, pledging relief and aid while targeting a House majority shift from the Republican landslide. Indiana looms with Senator Harry S. New pursuing renomination against Beveridge, who faces clubs and urging questionnaires.
The piece notes November business failures hinting at deeper causes beyond temporary postwar mood. It cites the New York Sun on epidemics of failures fading after disorders end and predicts an eventual improvement. It comments on Washington disputes over submarine policy, Bolshevism fears, and public figures like Debs, Berger, Watson, Harding, Tumulty, Reed, and La Follette in a broad political critique.
Planetary aspects stir caution in business and finances with Jupiter Uranus and Neptune adverse. Foresee backward glances and minds closed to discouragement. Some will seek lyceum talks while others face anxiety and responsibility in 1922 as foreseen by astrologers. Sunset brings prosperity for those born on this day.
A fragmentary OCR line mentions "carefully trained" and cites a copyright line, but the readable content is garbled. The item appears to be a damaged caption or promotional note lacking clear names, places, dates, or a coherent event to report.
A collage of quoted snips mocks politics and prohibition from papers like Indianapolis Star and Birmingham Age-Herald. Witty lines critique campaigns and social trends, noting doubts about road projects and education as well as fashion jokes.
Elihu Root’s resolution reaffirming existing naval warfare rules for surface ships and submarines operating against merchant vessels was approved in principle by the naval committee. The British and French delegations expressed support, while discussions continued on proposing a binding text to limit submarine warfare.
Mackenzie King, elected premier of Canada on a liberal wave at the general election, took the reins from Conservative Arthur Meighen in Ottawa with Baron Byng of Vimy present as governor general. The new premier was sworn in hours after it was announced Meighen's cabinet would hold its final session. New cabinet appointments were announced.
Poem urges cheerful outlook for the new year not mournful on losses. It contrasts past sorrow with a fresh start tomorrow asserting life is earnest and opportunities remain. It encourages taking chances and turning a new leaf for a better year ahead.
The St Peter and St Paul Catholic Men Councils join to host a New Year’s Eve event with rites for the deceased, watch ins and consolation prizes, card Swiven and other games. Committees promise a well organized evening with a good time for all attendees.
Anaconda High prepares for a local showdown as the basketball quintet hosts the Bankers in tonight’s game. Officials expect a competitive clash with both teams aiming for a decisive result.
Funeral services for Henry D Johnston were held yesterday at the Presbyterian Church on Third Street with Rev D G Knotter officiating. Burial followed at Hin cemetery or Hin cemetery with pallbearers including Frank Unt, Jelaod, Hayes Lavise, August Bahardt, Ban Evans, and Ade Edolph Lar.
Three hundred invitations went out for the Roman club holiday dance at the Montana hotel tonight. Chaperons include Mr. and Mrs. Earl Tucker and others. Also notes a cold, snowy evening in Anaconda with a 35 degree reading at midnight and light wind.
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