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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1922
Page
4
Fragmentary notice outlines editorial department phone and mail subscription details for the Anaconda area including Butte Anaconda Deer Lodge and Philipsburg with scattered postal terms and years. The text is incomplete but indicates contact routes for subscriptions and editorial staff.
The article notes a national thrift week honoring Benjamin Franklin with daily observances from thrift day to will making, stressing balanced saving and generosity. It discusses risks of excess thrift and cites Franklin’s past frugality, then shifts to political maneuvering around Senator Pepper, the Vare-Ware split, and potential May battles over a Senate seat amid Harding’s possible cabinet reshuffle.
A dramatic party realignment follows Senator Penrose’s death as two Republican camps contend for control. Philadelphia boss Ed Vare and his brother William S. Ware loom large, opposing Governor Sproul who seeks Penrose’s seat. Vare vows to block Sproul and back his brother’s claims.
The nation girds for a wide scale price probe led by Attorney General Daugherty Secretary Davis and Secretary Hoover. Federal and state authorities coordinate to curb extortion and building material profiteering with grand jury action possible and rapid trials ordered to push costs toward normal.
The 1921 Canadian census shows French Canadians in Quebec surpassing British-stock Canadians in growth. Ontario's population rose to 2,929,065 and Quebec to 2,349,067, with Quebec’s relative increase larger over 30 years. The trend partly reflects French-Canadian migration from Quebec to Ontario.
After four days since a second degree murder conviction, Boden aged by the trial's strain as he faced sentencing. In court he showed emotion briefly then remained silent. Judge Bennett sentenced the 60 year old to a term of 25 to 60 years in state prison.
Irish provisional government assumes control of Dublin Castle and all allied state functions under temporary authority while set to form the Free State parliament. UK War Office announces immediate evacuation of Southern Ireland with battalions listed for departure and others to follow rapidly.
The city clerk lists volunteers offering to assist at primaries and the general election. Names include Minnie Hess, Robert Ka Lil, Eva Grady, F M Grady, John Lonsley, C B Leachman, L Margetts, Henry Umhang, Jackman, Searle, Reed, Lingley, Cates, Wright, Elderkin, and others donating spaces and carpentry for polling sites.
Gertrude Ryan, director of public speaking at Hutte high school, suffered a compound fracture of the right arm and elbow after slipping on ice near the Knights of Columbus building. She was taken to St. Janes hospital yesterday morning for treatment.
Anaconda reports 1,800 miners at work and 15 minute streetcar service as mining operations ramp up. First ore trains from Butte to the Anaconda smelter expected tomorrow. Great Falls smelter reopens after nine month shutdown, 400 workers back, zinc furnaces expanding output to 17 million pounds monthly by March. By March 1, 1,000 more workers anticipated at Great Falls, all former employees.
A chaotic railway scene unfolds as a phantom big bill of $1,000 causes delays and dramatic protests across routes from Butte to Harlowton. An onlookers’ chant echoes as J Keeley halts the train to keep the currency, while passengers trade stories of the bill’s passage and purported rout changes. The tale shifts to Frank’s post illness recovery, noting his operation and continued confinement.
In Deer Lodge on January 18, residents report business visits from Avon Missoula Tacoma Portland and Seattle. Thelma Gill injured her foot in an accident. Ed Cummins to take full control of the team as coach. Mrs Jeffers and Mrs Stearman host club guests this afternoon and evening. Several locals including J Murphy and Z W Blair are noted for work and travel.
Anaconda Country Club elected officers for the coming year and announced the hiring of a professional golfer for the 1922 season. Harold L. Hiser of Los Angeles was named the club’s professional, with the new 18 hole course nearing completion and membership eager for the season. The slate includes C. A Lemmon as president and F. W. C. Whyte as vice president among other directors. The state tournament date remains open, with a decision likely if construction finishes in time.
After 67 hours of deliberation Jed Gangner charged with murdering John Anderson, the jury reported inability to reach a verdict. Seventeen ballots showed mixed votes and finally an impasse with eight for acquittal and four for conviction. The case was retried after the jury reported they could not agree. Gangner, a former mayor of Anaconda and state representative, faced a crowded courtroom and intense public interest as testimony spanned four days.
Anaconda women plan a regular bowling league at Teacher's Monday after two trial sessions show strong beginner interest. Yesterday 16 women bowled with fair scores as beginners. If 30 join, a six team league may form. Mr Toscher ordered lighter weight balls for the women.
Harry H. Brady and Mise May Maloney of Anaconda were married in Butte yesterday. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Father Taylor. After a brief wedding trip to the coast, the couple will return to Anaconda to make their home.
The report lauds the chest admin effort as the finest civic work in Butte. Eugene Carroll, chair, thanks Daly and Gillie for leadership of the relief association. Trustees urge remaining subscribers to meet December and November pledges to close the books and note refunds for overpayments. A financial statement of funds collected will be prepared by A L Matter.
Washington dispatches report Phil Daniels the Anaconda postmaster nominee discussed in the post office committee executive session. The nomination, sent in early, is expected to receive favorable action with Daniels serving pending Edward Burke's replacement. Daniels currently acts as postmaster after Burke's removal.
L C Evans of Butte will speak at the regular weekly Anaconda Rotary club luncheon at the Montana hotel at 12 15 PM. He will deliver an interesting message and members are urged to attend in good numbers. The notice also reports a surprise marriage announcement for Mabel, daughter of Mr and Mrs L C Evans of Anaconda, to Joseph Stevens. The Rev Ira R Gorby performed the ceremony and the couple plan to reside at 606 Elm Street.
The horoscope notes Venus and the sun dominating the day with theater prosperity possible. It warns women to stay awake to recent auguries and social trends. It mentions birth forecasts and the coming year, predicting happiness for families and resilience against difficulties.
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