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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1920
Page
1
Governor and Mrs Stewart receive gifts from fellow workers at the capital, including a gold watch and chain for the executive and a pair of vases for his wife. The presentation marks a formal token of appreciation from colleagues.
Special Dispatch from Helena reports Governor Stewart’s private secretary Will Aiken presented him a gold watch and chain as a token of appreciation. Aiken praised Stewart's eight years in office and credited the governor’s supporters, especially the women, for loyalty and success amid many complex problems.
New York December 30 wireless operators assist in distributing the press Hoover and American relief to support less fortunate children in Europe. The European relief Council needed 82 million dollars for child care until the next harvest, less than half of which has been raised.
Bishop John P. Carroll of Helena, Montana sends New Year wishes to the People of the Diocese of Helena. He prays for health joy and prosperity, emphasizes just wages and fair prices, labor and capital understanding, spiritual gifts and modest living, and cites biblical passages. Communicated December 30 1920.
Bishop Charles Wesley Burns declares the new year a cri sal hour of upheaval and renewal. He urges faith in God and service to others as the measure of happiness and the building of a better world in Montana, warning against unpreparedness in this era of change.
Fort Bain Rotary notes 1920 achievements by the Rotary Committee on work among boys. Maddock, chairman, cites keeping 43 youths in school via part time transfers, argues additional schooling raises earnings, laments finances and supervision gaps, praises Boy Scouts for providing valued programs and youth employment support.
Special Dispatch reports President Wilson has not signed the bill extending the 1920 mining claim assessment deadline. Western lawmakers pressed the White House but received no explanation. Secretary Payne's return to Washington was awaited as officials speculated on possible counsel before a final decision.
A dozen F-5 seaplanes from the naval air station depart for the Panama Canal zone, skirting the Lower California coast and making a first leg stop in San Diego. One hull damaged on takeoff. crew and mechanics repair promptly as the flight resumes. A partial Bolshevik army demobilisation report from Moscow is isolated in the dispatch.
London reporter quotes Ga briele Annunaio in a manifesto declaring life inexorably alive yet abandoned after preparation for sacrifice. The piece reflects on war fatigue and the futility felt amid political maneuvering and public greed during a time of conflict.
Washington Dec 30 Farmers would be guaranteed a minimum price of 2.26 a bushel for wheat on July 1 under a bill introduced today by Representative Sinclair Republican of North Dakota.
In Cork on December 30 armed civilians are reported to have ambushed and killed a police officer and wounded several others. At another Cork road ambush a soldier was shot. The clashes occurred near Shadievon as courts heard the night’s events.
Washington December 30 open house debate on the sundry civil appropriation bill featured Chairman Good of the appropriations committee warning that not a penny be appropriated for the shipping board. He pressed to force sale of the board's plant and equipment as Congress seeks to shorten the bill and move to other supply measures. He criticized war department overspending and favored capping the army at 150000 with emphasis on efficiency.
New Haven Conn December reports a further reduction of the working forces at a major railroad. An official said about 2000 employees will be laid off due to continued inroads in business, with the road projecting a roll decrease of around 5000 since November 1.
About 50,000 workers were employed in the plant as the plan to operate indefinitely was announced by Ford. The report notes the workforce size and the aim to keep production ongoing despite uncertainties.
Thousands gathered at a Brooklyn funeral for ex gangster William Delaney known as "The Monk" to honor his wartime service with the Army's 167th division. Governor Smith restored his citizenship after a prior criminal conviction, and comrades from the Twente seventh division attended, with taps and a firing squad salute at the cemetery.
Tacoma December 30 wage reductions of one to two percent will apply to Northwest lumber mills when they reopen. The local Loyal Legion of Loggers and Lumbermen announces the cuts could affect about 90 000 workers as mills resume operations under a new seal. The report notes membership may influence the application of the changes.
A Moscow message reports that full diplomatic relations are expected to be established soon between Japan and the Far Eastern Russian republic. The note indicates rapid progress toward closer ties and formal recognition.
News from New York reports Enrico Caruso, the tenor, remains ill with pleurisy at his apartment but doctors say he has been successfully operated on. The update notes the procedure was completed tonight and his condition will be monitored closely as he recovers.
The Hutte city council postponed a decision on moving city offices to the courthouse pending the special committee report on costs. Building lings estimated first floor renovations for all offices except police at about 3700 dollars, including plumbing for the city hospital. A rental offer of 760 dollars monthly from the county was considered for a four year lease, but some aldermen argued the term length may be illegal, and the council voted to delay until the committee report is received.
London dispatch notes a somber 1921 outlook as Britain grapples with unemployment and Ireland while targeting reduced living costs. Debates on Palestine boundaries, oil participation, and a growing U S mercantile navy underscore tense postwar trade, with inflation easing but food prices rising.
Washington December 20. Representative Baker of California urged the House to pass a bill to raise the price of gold by ten dollars. He argued gold producers were hard up as hundreds of mines closed because the cost to mine exceeded sale value.
Trieste Dec 30 Gabriele d Annunzio vanishes from official talks as Fiume set to bow to Rapallo terms. Italian government and local authorities to sign the agreement for Fiume under Italian rule while D Annunzio appears to have yielded power. Rumors say he plans to fly to Plume with Luisella Baccara, whom he vows to marry after separation from his wife.
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