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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1920
Page
2
Linda dislikes watering flowers until an elf named Squeedee reveals a magical flower city hidden in the garden. After dust on window panes threatens the fairies, Linda waters the castles, earning their gratitude. She learns to love caring for the flowers and continues daily.
In New York on January 16, Mr. and Mrs. Paul Delbene and their two sons Dominick and Anthony died after eating spoiled olives. Their daughter Lena remained in the hospital. Anthony Delbene is reported as the fourth victim.
Washington reports show Senator Lodge and two colleagues weighing Democratic proposals as round table talks on the peace treaty deadlock stall. Both sides acknowledge a wide gulf remains, with the key obstacle a reservation affecting Article 10 of the League covenant. Borah and Johnson also held talks with Lodge while Democrats conducted their own discussions.
Senator Kenyon of Iowa moved to adjourn early as he began explaining his Americanization bill. He lamented Congress’ lack of interest in wiping out illiteracy, noting only four senators on the floor and ending the session abruptly.
The New York joint committee investigating radicalism is studying compulsory education for all illiterate adult aliens as a means to foster Americanism and counter seditious activities. The recommendation would go to the New York legislature.
Western headquarters for Gov. Calvin Coolidge’s presidential bid opened in Chicago today led by Mrs. J. L. Bennett former head of the Republican National Committee in Washington. Bennett plans a Western tour to boost support.
Gen. John J. Pershing denounced archy and Bolshevism in a speech at the Mormon Tabernacle Salt Lake City urging peaceful measures to stamp out the menace. He warned that if peace fails force should be used and converts deported.
Eugene Carroll, manager of the Butte Water company, confirms a contract to feed a large work force for the new pipeline. Supplies purchased are insufficient and stored at the plant with permission from the company. Construction aims to start in March to double the city’s water supply and prevent future shortages.
Funeral services drew more than 10 000 attendees for a mock obsequy. A 20 foot long coffin arrived by special train from Milwaukee and was carried through the streets to Sunday’s tabernacle where the evangelist led the service. The devil in mourning observed the procession as the sermon concluded with the speaker declaring a fierce hatred for the figure of John.
A one week thrift campaign led by the Y M C A and backed by the War Savings organization promotes earning, budgeting, saving, and prudent spending. Banks are urged to open savings accounts with an initial deposit and to observe ten financial creed points including banking, life insurance, wills, home ownership, prompt bill payment, and government securities.
An address by nearly 1000 pastors denounces New York City as the center of nullification and sedition aimed at blocking the prohibition amendment. The document labels New York state the nation’s danger point and urges nationwide pulpit efforts to support enforcement.
Helena Montana January 16 The Belton-Glacier park highway will be surveyed this summer after a conference between the state highway commission and Kalispell Great Falls and Helena commercial clubs. If the proposed 15 000 000 bond issue for roads is approved in November the road would be completed next year.
Livingston reports that a new corporation formed at Bozeman meeting aims to secure permission to build a dam at Lake Yellowstone's outlet and to settle long term distribution of irrigation and municipal water along the Yellowstone River for individuals corporations and cities.
Hale Holden, director of the central western region of the railroad administration, was elected president of the Chicago, Burlington and Quincy and the Colorado and Southern railroads. He will remain regional director until private control is restored, per Director General Hines.
Forty two men and eight women arrested in recent raids on extremists were released from Ellis Island on bail. The dispersal follows police actions and ongoing investigations into subversive activities in the New York area.
Secretary Baker said the United States is officially aiding Poland. Col. A B Barber of the engineer corps has been loaned to direct Polish national railways.
Admiral Sims testified that a naval officer was denied suitable recognition for service after the Jacob Jones sinking. Sims also read a personal commendation letter to Lieut Com David W Bagley and recalled his conduct. Heated exchanges occurred with Senators Pittman and Trammell over witness order and questioning.
A bill introduced by House Military Affairs Committee Chairman Kahn would authorize expenditure of 15,680,625 from war department surplus funds for airplanes and motors. The proposal was announced in Washington on January 16.
Minot North Dakota January 16 Ward Mc Crill who shot and killed Ernie Thompson turnkey while escaping from Ward county jail was captured tonight by a posse southeast of Minot continued to be pursued earlier tonight before capture.
Washington reports that the influenza outbreak in Chicago should not cause alarm. The public health service said steps have been taken to localize the disease and prevent spread.
London records reveal a simple bequest by Lieutenant Frank R. Kirkley who died in Italy. The note on a photograph states the estate goes to Annie Muriel Smith, yielding £320 upon registration as Kirkley’s will.
Dr. Clyde Brooks of Ohio State University called for federal control of wood alcohol sales until it ceases to be a menace. He warned that there is no safe substitute for grain alcohol, and selling wood alcohol as a beverage is murder. He cautioned that desperate buyers may turn to drugs if substitutes remain unavailable.
Charles W. Steene Frank L. Preston and William Hotze Syracuse socialists convicted of espionage on four counts were sentenced by Judge Garvin in Utica to one year and six months in the Atlanta penitentiary on each count with sentences to run concurrently.
Dr Edwards a physician in Ohio developed a vegetable compound with olive oil to stimulate the liver and bowels. His Olive Tablets are presented as a gentle substitute for calomel, claimed to restore buoyancy by toning the liver and cleansing the system. Available in olive color and priced 10¢ and 2x.
An inexpensive fluid called silmerine can keep hair in curl naturally and healthier than heated irons. Apply with a clean toothbrush from crown to tip, dry overnight, and in the morning hair appears wavy and loose. A few ounces last months, do not stain scalp or hair, and do not leave sediment or grease.
An advertisement touts mercorized wax as a simple nightly facial treatment to reveal youthful skin beneath a rough complexion. It claims dead skin sloughing, removal of chaps pimples blotches and freckles, with no discomfort and quick results.
An advertisement touts a stick of phelactine as a revolutionary hair removal method. It claims the process removes hair roots easily and safely, with promises of smooth skin and statements that the product is harmless enough to eat.
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