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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jan 12, 1920
Page
1
Jan 10 reports in Berlin as newspapers debate the Versailles settlement. Deutsche Allgemeine Zeitung says ratification is unworthy to blame others for misfortune, while Vossische Zeitung calls it a first step toward true peace between nations, urging German resolve to honor commitments and advance civilization.
Mexico City January 11 A devastating earthquake wrecked Barranco Grande and nearby villages in Vera Cruz state killing hundreds. Reports say Jalapa Teocelo Ayahualco and Exhuacan were ruined with towns submerged by a new crater and poisonous gas deaths. Officials question earlier 2000 death estimates as casualties rise in scattered districts.
The government issues a proclamation to German inhabitants of territories being separated from Germany. It laments the war’s unhappy outcome and the loss of self-determination, pledges memory of those affected, and vows to never forget them while urging the people to remember their common German fatherland.
The report cites statistics from the Kolchak government indicating Russia bears a frightful war toll with up to 3,500,000 aggregated casualties. Details emphasize the vast human cost and ongoing impact of the conflict.
Paris reports that Raymond Poincare, president of the French republic, won a Senate seat for Meuse in the second ballot with 742 of 772 votes. He was not a candidate on the first ballot but received 178 votes there. Several ministers and former ministers were elected on the first ballot, including Pichon Claveille Bourgeois Jonnart Paris Noulens Clementel Ribot Lebrun Renoult de Lubersac Tau and others amid mixed party listings.
In Paris an Excelsior interview cites Marshal Foch urging prudent war preparation. He says war is now a science and industry, and nations can learn from German works. He warns that reluctance to fight does not avoid conflict and that a single fighter may face defeat on pacific frontiers.
William J. Bryan, at his Lincoln home, pressed senators to ratify the peace treaty by mutual concessions and urged action by January 16, the date of the League of Nations first Paris meeting. He said telegrams were sent to several senators without naming them. He planned three campus and city talks in Nebraska and would travel east that evening, with possible roles as delegate or newspaper representative.
A United States Army transport reportedly due in Melsingfors Finland on Monday may transfer its 249 undesirable aliens ashore after repairs. Kiel dispatch says Buford departed to seek a lay up and landing sites include Helsingfors Hango or Abo with possible debarkation there.
The Shrine auditorium, property of the Al Malaikah temple of the Mystic Shrine, burned this afternoon in Los Angeles. Damage was estimated at 150000 dollars as fire and police, along with Shrine members, investigated the incident.
Thirty five aliens were sent to Ellis Island today, with 352 more slated for AMANS. Genev a d'Arenberg, a Belgian born resident, died recently at Montreux. He left a large estate in Belgium seized by the Germans.
Five suspended Socialist assemblymen will receive top constitutional counsel at Albany on Wednesday to contest their removal. Lead by Morris Hillquit, the defense plans a nation wide funding push with contributions from across the country. Louis Waldman said the group will share information with Governor Smith or the administration in Washington if needed.
The council committee of the whole voted to deny the petition for an eight hour day for Butte firemen. It warned of $60,000 annual payroll increase and 80 additional staff. Fire Chief Martin said 30 more firefighters and extra equipment are needed.
Real estate owners are warned that liquor produced illicitly will trigger government seizure. A judge stated confiscation will begin with the next campaign as the federal prohibition law takes effect. Owners may face seizure after filing in district court and public sale, with no recourse to regain possession.
Brief dispatch notes the death of a Wey figure, with an official statement from the governor general about the extent of a government post in Smyrna. The fragment hints at a formal notification issued in January, mentioning Smyrna and a titled authority.
The House Judiciary Committee advances a sweeping edition aimed at eradicating parlor Bolsheviki and suppressing sedition. The measure envisions the death penalty for insurrection, bans distribution of seditious material, and outlaws organizations advocating violence against the government. It seeks heavy penalties and broad powers to curb anti-government activity.
The Interchurch World Movement launches a major effort by Baptists nationwide to raise 1.2 billion for world evangelization. The campaign starts April 21 and runs through May 2 with pastors' conferences planned across the Union and an advertising push in secular media.
New York, Jan 11. Assistant Secretary of Labor Louis F. Post and Senator William H. King criticized American immigration laws as a patched-up crazy quilt that closes the door to aliens. Speaking at the Hebrew Sheltering and Immigrant Aid Society annual meeting they condemned the illiteracy test as ineffective and repressive, arguing it fails to eliminate illiteracy and serves to exclude immigrants.
Major General Leonard Wood urged deporting aliens and prioritizing Americanism, warning against admiting criminals and moral degenerates. He called for strict immigration control, loyalty to property rights and authorities, and improved support for schools, teachers, and a national, steady approach.
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