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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jan 14, 1927
Page
1
Senator Borah attacks the Diaz administration as illegitimate and calls for a peace campaign with Central America. He proposes a Nicaragua presidential election by voters and arbitration of the Mexico land law dispute, advocating amity and nonforce.
A dozen full pardons were added to Governor Miriam A. Ferguson's clemency tally, raising her total to 3,218 with five days left in her two year term. One life sentence was commuted to four years. Dallas County DA William McGraw asked two judges to defer sentences until after January 18, but the judges took no action.
Helena Jan 13 Favorable committee ruling confirms Sen Charles K Taylor of Sheridan county meets qualifications despite a contest from Page Larsen. Lawmakers also push a third appropriation bill and propose a $600 annual raise for the state auditor.
The Associated Press reports a heavy earthquake struck Calexico and Imperial valley towns before 3 a m. Windows chattered and dishes rattled while residents sought open air. No damage reported this time, following the major quake of Jan 1 that caused extensive damage in Calexico and Mexicali.
Butte High School to send 15 senior students to Bozeman for the Montana vocational congress with 3 judges for stock judging. Transportation provided by Northern Pacific. funding from Butte Chamber of Commerce and civic clubs. Selection based on scholarship and overall fitness.
In Austin on January 13 twelve jurors sit to judge Dr. J. Frank Norris a Baptist minister charged with murder of D. K. Chipps. The case centers on the Ku Klux Klan issue with defense objecting to questions about Norris Klan membership. Prosecutor challenges continue as opening testimony nears.
The Associated Press reports swirling snow and low temperatures across eight Midwestern states with a north easterly move. Peoria and Pana endure depths of 17 and 15 inches while cities clear streets with heavy snow removal efforts.
A gasoline explosion aboard the British steamer Pissex Isles in Tampico, Mexico, after sparks from steel beams being removed from the pier ignited fuel. Thirty seven Mexican longshoremen on the pier and ship were killed or fatally burned, with many dying before reaching hospital as the ship burned intensely.
Los Angeles reports Charles Spencer Chaplin may confront a former wife Mildred Warrin Chaplin McGovern in a forthcoming lawsuit tied to Lita Grey Chaplin's divorce case. Attorney Lyndon Young says the action could lead to cross-claims and possible countercharges now being prepared aboard a train en route to New York.
Rebecca Bradley Rogers is accused by a Williamson County grand jury of arson in Round Rock Texas. The indictment ties the arson to a vacant house fire the day before the Farmers National Bank of Buda robbery which netted $1,060. Rogers faces a $2,000 bond at preliminary hearing.
Detroit January 13. Taxpayers' suit cites Ford Motor Company dividends totaling 96 109 000 to 16 years of operation and company earnings of 375 927 275 in that period. The figures underpin government attorneys' record in the case.
The Senate committee assessing fraud in the Pennsylvania Senate race voted to seize and transport ballots from Philadelphia and Allegheny county, plus 139 rural precincts, to Washington. William B. Wilson alleged irregularities favored Republican William S. Vare. Vare agreed to seizure but may rescind action. The panel will also review registration lists and voter checks.
The House Agriculture Committee approved Farm Relief Measure 5 with an equalization fee, 13 to 8. Support came from eight Republicans and five Democrats, while four Republicans joined Democrats in opposition. Chairman Haugen was told to seek an early House vote, likely sparking a bitter fight before March 4 adjournment.
In Glasgow Scotland a staged Atlantic crossing by a university student aided by a piper and a swimmer sparked cheering crowds as a publicity stunt for charity week. The stunt, later revealed as a hoax, drew thousands who watched from the Clyde riverfront.
The municipal skating carnival set for January 29 and 30 at Clark Park is announced by the parks and playgrounds committee chaired by Alderman Al Wilkinson. Appreciation is expressed to the YMCA, Knights of Columbus, Anaconda company, and Butte Electric Railway for their assistance, medals, prizes, and park use. The general and publicity committees list numerous city officials and community members guiding the event.
Col Frank J. Smith of Dwight Indiana announced from Chicago that early next week he would present his credentials to the Senate. He said he delayed action out of deference to views and circumstances surrounding his appointment and election after being named to fill the unexpired term of the late Senator William H. McKinley.
Ralph Budd president of the Great Northern says definite merger plans with the Northern Pacific and Chicago, Burlington & Quincy could be presented to the Interstate Commerce Commission within 90 days. The three lines would control 28 000 miles of route with capitalization over 850 million dollars and a combined value around 1.5 billion dollars. Plans are progressing but not yet complete and details will be shared with officials in states served.
The appropriations committee asks Congress to set a standing army at 118 750 with a budget of 526 million for the next fiscal year. It notes approval of a larger force and proposes a survey to design a balanced army if funds allow. The bill totals 736 024 below the budget estimate yet exceeds the budget by reappropriating 3.5 million from last year.
In Silver Bow county a husband seeks alimony from his wife for 300 per month and an attorney fee. Dr Gustaf Pitkanen files a cross complaint in the divorce case filed by Dr Ethel Pitkanen, alleging wife earns hundreds monthly and owns over 15 000 in property. He asks for separate maintenance rather than divorce. co respondent William Van Orden named. The couple married May 14 1917 in Salt Lake City. Mrs Pitkanen may resume her former name Hoyl.
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