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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jan 06, 1922
Page
4
The 1918 revenue act exemptions are outlined with $200 per sick dependent. A married man with two dependents earning $5,000 would pay $68 in 1921 versus $104 in 1920. Rates: 4 percent on the first $4,000 above exemptions and 8 percent on the rest. Non-residents taxed at 8 percent. non-resident aliens get only $1,000 exemption. The blank form is complex. experts will assist later.
In a sharp analysis of press manipulation the piece praises Will Hays for mastering publicity and securing a 150000 a year director general role in the motion picture industry. It also notes Judge Landis earned a 45000 position while highlighting Roosevelt’s front page antics.
The 1921 revenue law alters exemptions and reductions but not the tax collection system. Taxes may be paid in full at filing or in four installments due March 15, June 15, September 15, and December 15. Penalties apply for late payment or failure to file, with fines up to 1000 dollars or, for willful acts, up to 10000 dollars or one year in jail. The filing period runs January 1 to March 15. Married filers with net income up to 5000 dollars gain a 2500 dollar exemption under the 1921 act, up from 2000 under 1918 Law, and additional dependents under 18 or incapable of self-support are noted.
The article analyzes Nikolai Lenine's shift toward allowing international trade with the outside world. It notes his policies softened to enable grain and other exchanges, portraying the change as potentially honest learning, with broad implications for Russia’s economy and relations with the United States. It discusses interpretations of motives and the prospect of resumed commerce.
A Paris categram envisions a 180 mph flying craft for 20 to 30 passengers that could fly 24 hours non stop, linking hemispheres in a day. Breuger predicts Atlantic trips soon, then world circuits at 750 mph with fuel share up to 70 percent, enabling daylight travel around the Earth as fast as its rotation.
In Dublin the present pact debate shows few deputies ready to vote for ratification with only two of 120 yielding. Richard Mulcahy urges private talks to gauge progress as Ken Walsh warns the treaty may be defeated by two votes. Also, Times correspondent Kay is kidnapped in Dublin. The Penrose funeral is held strictly private in Philadelphia with a guarded, simple ceremony.
A sensational crime story reports Walker killed during a high stakes gambling incident. Four suspects, including Mrs. Laura Adams charged with murder, are linked to the affair and possible accomplices. Rumors claim an altercation left one assailant injured and Walker seeking medical aid at Butte Hospital, a detail unconfirmed by the county attorney.
Major H L Opie faces serious charges from a House Investigating Committee after witnesses alleged he shot two of his men during the Argonne fighting while commanded in the twenty ninth division. Only one accuser, Lemuel C Smith, a Virginia hospital patient, supported the charges claiming Opie killed a soldier in a dugout. The other witnesses denied the events, asserting they were not present or aware of any shooting. Opie contends he never fired a weapon in his army service.
Naval committee finalizes anti submarine provisions in the five power naval treaty. The text abolishes submarine warfare against merchant ships for the five powers and condemns piracy by submarines. French leadership helped secure the clause, British officials noted clarity with France, and legal experts review remaining technical details.
The report from Dr. Frank Felts indicates two alleged auto thieves to Butte may be involved in a murder connected to Walker's car. William Miter, a bartender at the Adams hotel, remains jailed. newspaper interviews with Mr. Adams are restricted and his status as prisoner is unresolved.
The Murray divorce fight moves through probate and federal court defenses. Attorneys claim the plaintiff is estopped by her conduct from challenging the New Mexico decree after 35 years. Defenses argue California and Montana law govern, limiting federal jurisdiction and asserting dower claims dominate.
In October 1920 the old trapper Boden recounted feuding with Mrs Miller over years. After poisoned pancakes and dying cats, a gunfight left Miller dead and Boden wounded. He later killed Mrs Miller and buried her body on a mountainside, confessing to Sheriff Hungerford weeks later.
A fragmentary note recalls reduced funding for Helena assay operations affecting the local office. No dates or officials are clearly identified, but the mention suggests budget tightening impacting ore testing activities in Helena.
Billings Jan 5 A Glengary Mining company announces a smelter will be built at Laurel near Glengary to smelt ore from Cooke City. Negotiations are under way for a land tract to house the operation.
A community event titled Scout Banquet was held to honor local ball game figures. Attendees included scouts and town figures, with a festive Saturday night gathering reflecting on sports and youth leadership.
Special Dispatch to the Standard from Deer Lodge reports a preliminary meeting of the Deer Lodge Club organized under Governor and visiting Rotarians. Lou Bender of Anaconda acted as chairman with A Lochrie as secretary. committees to nominate rectors and institute a by-laws set will report next week. Local attendees included Fay Cannon, Gus Rarsted, and Senator Benton, with various implications for future club activities and visiting rotations.
The deceased, two years old, was the daughter of Carnes of Waterloo and Pat Carney of Butte. She underwent an operation ten days ago during a stay at the Butte hospital after returning from Christmas holidays. She was a senior at the University of Missouri and beloved by schoolmates. Her remains were to be shipped to Waterloo this morning.
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