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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jan 03, 1926
Page
2
The Associated Press reports that by December 1 a total of 2,760,677 veterans had applied for the Nad compensation granted by Congress. It is estimated that about 100,000 more applications are still needed to reach the target, with uncertainty surrounding the process and eligibility. General Robert is referenced in context.
The appellate court upheld the trial court in denying Forbes and co defendants relief, with judges indicating the sentences were just. Defense lawyers planned a rehearing petition and, if denied, an appeal to the supreme court.
Morley's ring beat Aitkens 18 to 7 and Witherspoon’s rink won their second match against Perham’s crew at the Butte curling rink last night. A large turnout of curlers joined for the mph uncup event featuring Rockwood, Leck, Mutch, Aitkin, Martin, Wilson, Morley, Bias, Witherspoon, Purdy, Lantz, McGregor, and Perham with skips noted.
A federal tax reduction bill seeks quick Senate action, aiming for March 1 enactment. It promises major income tax cuts for last year’s incomes and adjusts exemptions and earned income credits. Senator Smoot cautions only minor surtax changes, while discussions with Mellon consider restoring alcohol taxes amid revenue concerns.
Crown Prince Carol who renounced his throne and Princess Helen of Greece who married in 1921 will be divorced. The couple’s motives are unclear as Carol remains in exile from Romania. Friends expect him to enter aviation work in Europe or the United States after the dispute ends. Carol, a skilled aviator and motor mechanic, reportedly has no private fortune and his crown prince possessions may pass to their son Prince Michael.
In Tacoma Washington on January 2 two of the nation’s oldest residents died. Melissa Jaynes aged 106 died in Burton after a life that began in Buffalo in 1819 and included time in Milwaukee and Chicago. Willis Boatman aged 99 died in Sumner. born in Kent, his obituary notes long life and tied to local communities.
The Meuse Rhine and other rivers swell beyond prior records with 31% inches rise. Dykes collapse forcing farmers to flee to high ground while Queen Wilhelmina and Premier Colyn tour distressed districts seeking aid. Mooring pontoons tilt endangering homes as floods reach upper floors.
Sheriff’s office announces 1926 license plates for autoists with an extra ownership tax of one dollar. Austin B Middleton, Deer Lodge Penitentiary warden, issues plates built by inmates, with the first plate number 1 typically going to Governor Erickson.
A jury verdict of 27 000 was set aside after a first trial in which a woman claimed she was held at a state institution without warrant and operated on against her consent. Attorneys debated damages as the plaintiff sought 10 000 actual and 5 000 punitive, while defense argued the procedure benefited Mrs. Kelly and that her past marital dispute did not affect the case.
A man entered the shop asking for two pounds of crackers and, after being told the amount was unavailable, left to consult his wife. He returned with a gun and demanded $2, then fled with the money from the till. This marks the third holdup at Thalmueller's store in three years.
The article outlines a U S role in a forthcoming arms conference at Geneva. Minister Gibson would represent the United States with technical help as needed. Officials say substantial interchanges between Geneva and capitals are likely before a plenary meeting, and congressional authorization and funding may be required.
Times reports two men held at Leavenworth Kansas have confessed to participation in a series of murders and provided leads to state and national authorities as they investigate a deadly puzzle spanning over two years. Also mentioned are a St Louis lawyer and a railway rental matter affecting a Canadian National Railway route with a near 3 million dollar impact.
Mrs M G Buzzo a long respected Walkerville resident died last evening at her son Howard E Buzzo s home 14 West Clark after a several year illness Born in Santa Clara Cal she taught in Santa Clara county and was the first teacher on the county board of education She married Thomas W Buzzo Sept 25 1873 and lived in Utah Idaho Montana and California She is survived by her son and daughter Walkerville a Los Angeles resident four half brothers John W Gould of Los Gatos Cal
In Butte in 1926 residents dispute official readings from the Metals Bank building, arguing heat skews data. A street thermometer at Floral Park and a separate instrument at Columbia Gardens show colder readings, with a Columbia Gardens minimum typically 2 to 9 degrees lower than city sensors. City officials defend the federal system and note a second thermometer away from heat sources confirms accuracy.
A tare explosion at the tar facility causes in intense flames melting reinforced window glass and twisting steel girders. Automobiles for company staff parked nearby are demolished. tires blew off and windshields melted from the heat.
Magnuson of Tindall, owner of several South Dakota ranches valued at millions, started a three year term for forgery today. Prosecutors said he forged cattle papers totaling about a million dollars by duplicating chattel mortgages on the same herd and using two different banks.
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