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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jan 13, 1921
Page
8
Lawmakers debate a warrant bill that would divert inactive funds from the general fund to cover state payrolls. Opponents warn the measure risks improper transfers and edge cases, while supporters say the funds are necessary. A longer session is forecast after tomorrow's amended measure advances.
Darby notes dated January 12 report two days of zero weather have eased storm damage from last week’s hail and rain, with winter conditions generally favorable for sleighs and cars. Rosa Hole area notes good roads, abundant hay, and excellent scenery. Mitton Hammond traveled to Seattle and Portland for eye treatment, accompanied by Mrs Hammond to Missoula. News arrives of Mrs Anni Hammond Brown’s death in Denver, and Mrs S G Sargent visited relatives, returning to Hamilton. Local gatherings and Sunday School groups were noted, with community members attending at the Stubby Zanch and nearby ranches southeast of BilFoon.
The Philipsburg News Notes reports the local high school defeated Boulder 31 to 8, with Boulder scoring on free throws. The Hamilton brief covers court actions, including two divorce decrees, a bootlegging case, a child abandonment hearing, and a marriage license for Peter A. Peterson and Viola Granke, plus various local visits and medical notes.
W B Harlan of Como Ravalli county was today re elected president of the Montana state farm bureau organization. The officer election closed the annual convention at Montana State College with farm bureau officials from across the state.
Montana lawmakers heard notices covering a proposed court of industrial relations with governor appointed judges to oversee utilities and mining, replacing the public service commission. Tax payment terms extend to two installments with a six month grace, and mothers pensions offer up to 50 dollars monthly per family. Several bills touch home steads, fire escapes, burial for veterans, and secretary employment. Senate measures include stockholder voting by delegates and district judge assistance, with codification items advancing or stalled.
John Cagney of Springdale and Stephen Gretencourt of Lewistown join the Delta Rhos pledges. William O'Neil of Missoula and Oscar Levin of Minnesota Iota Nus, Theodore McDowell of Big Timber are named among other scholars.
Dillon notes report a plan to abolish a public utility, outline of court structure with three governor-appointed judges, annual compensation of 5000 dollars, and potential wage adjustments. Also covers extradition case of Hulrt from Texas, extreme cold, an ice jam on Union Ditch, funeral of Willa Snow, and local court announcements. Additional items include grade exams set for February 20, and local arrests for bootlegging with bond details.
Helena reports a two year total of 560092.24 for the state insurance department with most funds credited to the general fund and 18460.36 to the fire marshal. In 1920 receipts rose to 316085.85 from 1919's 244006.59, driven by agents licenses, annual statements, company fees, and premiums taxes among others. The Commercial Club of Polson elects officers James Harbert president L Marsh vice president C N Lyman secretary H S Hanson treasurer.
Paris January 12 The ministry of Premier Georges Leygues fell to a sharp defeat with a 463 to 125 vote, the largest against a French government since the Third Republic. Leygues handed in collective resignations as speculation grows over a new cabinet and possible national bloc control after talks with leaders abroad.
Jan 12 Billings police arrested H P Crain after a morning incident in the West End. Crain claimed amnesia but three residents testified he awakened households and invited them to help him “put on a party.” He appeared in police court and faced charges as the blotter records remain.
New York January 12 a nationwide roundup of all oriental Bibles will be launched January 22. The announcement was made at Bilis Island by Leo Russell chief departing agent of the immigration service.
Helena readers see notice of a new Mothers' Pension Act 13 providing monthly allowances for mothers with dependent children under 15 when the father is dead or incapacitated. Benefits vary by number of children and conditions require living with the mother, investigations by county probation officers, and court approval with semi annual beneficiary reports. Penalties apply for fraud and misrepresentation.
Special Dispatch to the Standard Ozeman reports Robert Sher died at his ranch near Wilsall after 35 years in the area. His wife survives with three children and a son Charles Sheridan of Helena. The Sheridan family connections include Ada and Boxe Woodmen lodge ties. Funeral details set for Friday in Montana.
In a planned event by the Amateur Athletic Union the international boxing tournament will feature eight weight classes at Madison Square Garden on Tuesday. The contest will include international competitors and bouts across all divisions. In Columbus Ohio city hall, a historic building opposite the statehouse, was nearly destroyed by fire tonight with many valuables lost. Fossil finds suggest Askimos existed as far south as New Jersey.
Anaconda will travel to Whitehall for a Tuesday game as Whitehall High School hosts the Anaconda squad. The visitors are described as strong, with past victories and a notable defense.
A group of anglers met to review measures pertaining to water fish governance. The discussion centered on proposed bills affecting leagues and local Brooks watershed concerns, with attendees urging timely action and clear rules for the upcoming season.
A Texas bill introduced today proposes prison terms from two to ten years for throwing a baseball game. The measure targets corrupted sports and aims to deter match fixing and concession traits in baseball activities statewide.
Fragmentary clipping notes a speaker dubbed the best paid man in baseball and references a center fielder and manager role with the Indians. It also mentions Teresa AOR, a leading Italian university lecturer and a brilliant lawyer at the University of Rome.
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