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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1926
Page
2
The National Wool Growers' convention, with about 800 attendees and many guests, approves plans for next year. Butte leaders are favored to host the 1927 convention after the legislative session prevented 1926 plans.
President Calles proposed petroleum and anti alien land laws prompting strong protest from the United States. Kellogg warned Mexico of consequences while officials remained silent as Washington sought to preserve diplomatic ties and possible mediation. Ambassador Sheffield filed formal protests with Mexico over the acts and retroactive provisions.
A described remedy for goitre is said to be available at the W. T. B. in Sissy. It is claimed to be used at home by patients and to shrink the goitre gradually over four weeks, potentially removing it. The account presents the remedy as suitable for anyone.
A fragment from a newspaper page describes Nick Stumpas, a dish washer who spoke little and kept to himself. He slept in a basement room and quit without notice, then vanished, with colleagues noting his reticence and odd behavior before the Dec 28 disappearance.
Parents of Miss Matilda Latsch leave Butte for Forsyth with Charles L Latsch Jr and Mrs Dan Hanley. The victim, well known to Butte residents, spent childhood there and had resided near Forsyth for 13 years while caring for her uncle. Relatives and friends extend sympathy through the tragedy.
At the Carnegie museum night opening, a photo electric cell by V K Zworykin and a sensitive geophone drew attention as advanced fire detection and underground sound tools. Lighthouse lenses for 17 mile beams impressed observers along with ground microphones for mine disaster location.
Senate Finance Committee Chairman Smoot proposed revising the house tax reduction bill to include full repeal of the inheritance tax. The move follows criticism from Senators Fletcher and Trammell of Florida and gains support from South Carolina and Arkansas House speakers Edgar A. Brown and Thomas THU, and Arkansas Lt Governor McCall.
New York January 9 The anthracite wage conference adjourned for the day and will reconvene Sunday afternoon. The meeting filled the afternoon with committee discussions and separate caucuses of operators and miners. Modifications to proposed plans were debated while miners resist certain terms.
In Butte a treasury dispute grows as two “treasurers” handle receipts, bonds and a disputed cash credit. McCarthy, a new city treasurer with 25 years in clerical work, steps in amid legal questions over bonds, bond company notices, and a forged or misdirected certified check. The council’s authority and Riley’s status remain contested with calls for court intervention.
Winter Garden prepares a grand midwinter dance with a mammoth movie ball next Thursday. The event features 2000 feet of moving pictures from last summer, a mystery film Three at a, and autographed color posters of Robert Ames and Jetta Gondal. Free admission for costumes, prizes for best imitations, and studio-like decor with Kiely lights. The orchestra tours Great Falls, Lewistown, and Helena for related engagements.
A local official, Cane, referred to as position chief deputy Riley, has maintained active involvement in office duties. McCarthy noted preparations to apply for 160000 dollars in bonds as required by law for the city treasurer.
Readers learn of a barge accident near Hart's Island with a man presumed dead, Rio de Janeiro reports flood losses in Nayarit Mexico exceeding 3 million pesos, and Tahiti's Society Islands suffer a destructive storm with multiple fatalities.
The Ocean Steamship Company of Savannah and officers of the City of Rome face possible criminal or civil action. Capt John H Diehl and Third Mate Timothy L Dreyer stood trial in Boston before federal steamboat inspectors for inattention to duty under international collision rules. The naval report noted the 851 sank at 10 24 p m after the City of Rome observed its white light from five to six miles. The steamer failed to provide and maintain an adequate...
Washington January 9 Debate on the World Court renewed in the Senate with Senator Williams in his maiden speech asking for enlightenment and Senator Walsh delivering the third installment of his general address in favor of American adherence to the court. Williams questioned who nominates judges and whether the court is part and parcel of the League of Nations while Walsh argued that organizers provided that cases be decided by applying international conventions customs and the general principle of law as recognized by civilized nations.
In Hurricane, West Virginia, January 9, a boiler explosion on a Chessie System locomotive killed the engineer and fireman of a freight crew and seriously injured another man. Dozens suffered minor injuries as debris struck stores and the post office along Hurricane's business district. Mrs B B Taylor and her young son were severely hurt by flying steel while near the blast.
Chicago man Chas M Hick claims a new product See-Kleer prevents rain and snow from collecting on surfaces. Demonstrated during a snowstorm the discovery kept his auto windshield and eye glasses clear within seconds. He seeks agents and will mail free samples to interested buyers.
Anaconda rink caprom, Meyers, Jette and Martin led to a 30 to 20 win over Butte in the inter city curling trophy clash. Capron beat Mutch 10-9, Jette’s team won 11-6, and Martin’s rink took 9-6. The trophy, a gift of J. R. Hobbins, features panels of Washington and Mayflower scenes and will be engraved by Butte jeweler Fred Youn.
Patrick J Casey a World War I veteran died at his Walkerville home after a lingering illness. Born in Pennsylvania, he moved to Butte at six, served in Company F 216th Engineers from 1917 to 1920, took part in St Mihiel Argonne and Flanders, and was gassed and shell shocked. Surviving relatives include his mother, brothers James and Edward, sister Mrs A Crall, and Mrs Winnifred Reed of Los Angeles. Funeral set for Tuesday at 9 AM from his home to St Lawrence Church with Mass at 9:20 and interment Holy Cross Cemetery.
Fergus Fay aged 14 disappeared from his home at 653 Utah avenue early yesterday. He is the adopted son of George Ott. He is about five feet five inches, light complexioned with brown hair and blue eyes. He was last seen wearing a dark stackman, an old cap and overalls. Authorities have been notified and searches continue.
Frank M. Ritchey aged 65 died at his Miles City home around 2:30 PM of heart disease. A 35 year veteran of the Chicago Milwaukee St Paul Railroad he helped build the Puget Sound extension from Harlowton to Miles City and served as conductor. Survived by three daughters Edith Hazel and Ruth, plus three sisters and a brother.
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