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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1922
Page
1
Accountants report no discrepancy found between present school records and county treasurer, indicating funds audit clarity. The finding suggests the ongoing inquiry into school finances aligns with official ledgers, reducing concern over misallocation or errors.
A report by W. Grant Hoage & Co. to the county school board discusses possible future inquiries into past disbursements. The firm found no discrepancy between school clerk and county treasurer records, though a prior larger discrepancy was alleged by County Superintendent Nellie Small. A June 30 1920 to June 30 1921 balance review notes a $92,154.94 gap between general fund figures.
The American Farm Bureau program urges Congress to enact a law defining market rights and selling limits. It calls for a clear framework establishing farmers' rights to market products under standardized rules, aiming to prevent abuses and ensure fair competition.
The American Farm Bureau plans a program for the national agricultural conference urging early Congress enactment of laws defining farmers rights to market cooperatively. It calls for policy on farm tenancy, appointments on federal boards, and financial tools for cooperatives, plus immediate freight rate cuts and repeal of the Esch Cummins doctrine to state intrastate rate control. The plan also supports Muscle Shoals nitrate water power to preserve soil resources and boost industry and transport.
A Manila blaze destroyed more than 1,000 shacks in a poor area, leaving over 5,000 people homeless. The fire, blamed on an unknown cause, caused about 500000 dollars in damage and prompted relief efforts for immediate housing and food.
War department records released to a Senate committee show that two men dug up in Bazaillex cemetery had ropes and black caps around their necks not removed at burial. Witnesses said ropes were left on in one case, removed in another. testimony covered burial practices and identity verification of bodies shipped from France.
The Montana county commissioners convention opens this morning in Judge Lynch's district court department with hoped for wide county representation. Mayor Cocklig will present the city keys, Judge Jackson will give welcome, and the meeting aims to review roads and institutions. Members plan a Deer Lodge visit to the penitentiary Thursday between 2:30 and 3 PM. The convention opening date is set for January 17.
Francisco January 17 The second manslaughter trial of Roscoe Arbuckle began with witnesses examined and a report by Drs Ophuls Lusk and Erwin presented. The report found no weaknesses in the deceased Virginia Rappe's organs, though one organ showed inflammations described as common among women.
Neustadt reports a brutal cold spell with northeast wind and a high of 13 above. By 5 PM yesterday the thermometer plunged to seven below zero, marking the lowest reading of the past 24 hours as the cold continued through the night.
AP reports in Walla Walla that real estate man F W Dudgeon placed a bold ad seeking couples with children only. The plea urged landlords to rent homes with bath and electric lights to families with kids, arguing childless households reduce housing options in the city.
Two shocks rocked Los Angeles tonight feared as earthquakes by residents. windows shattered and frames rattled in nine districts. Some attributed the tremors to distant naval activity as ships offshore drew sailors and officials into speculation. Venice and Long Beach, over twenty miles closer to the fleet, reported no shocks.
Senators Myers and Walsh were informed by the federal power commission that hearings on water power development at the Polson site in the Flathead River will be held in Polson on January 26 and Kalispell on January 29. The Montana Power and Electric Co of Portland Rocky Mountain Power Co of Butte and Flathead Valley Electric Co of Spokane seek permits with conflicting proposals. Col Ed H Schulz of the Power Commission will conduct the hearings to inform the public and allow each company to present plans before the commission decides which permit to favor.
United States Secretary Hughes discussed redefining the open door policy in China and creating an international board to examine concessions both existing and future. British and Italian support was in principle, France and Japan cautious, with discussion to resume. The topic touched on Japanese holdings in Manchuria and the 21 demands, with no decisive outcome.
Somerville Nova Scotia January 17 Rear Admiral George Washington Kline, noted for naval service in the war, was adjudged insane today by Judge Mary K Brokaw to protect assets valued at thirty thousand dollars. His condition was described as hopeless.
The Associated Press reports in Dublin that the provisional government's program and policy statement, expected today, was postponed to tomorrow. London reports rapid troop moves as Eamonn Duggan and Kevin O Higgins arrive to discuss British responsibility transfer. The War Office says withdrawal of British forces from Southern Ireland will begin immediately, with rapid relocations as conditions permit. The Morning Post cautions Dublin Castle’s dangers and the risk to the union amid the exodus.
The Senate passed the Kellogg Smith compromise bill to add a sixth member to the Federal Reserve Board and require a farmer spokesman among the board members. The vote was 2 to 9 with Republicans and a couple of Democrats opposing. The measure alters the act to ensure broader representation across financial, agricultural, industrial, commercial, and regional interests, while barring new agreements exceeding 250 000 without congressional consent.
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