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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1922
Page
6
Yanks lead girls basketball in Kansas City tournament after knocking off Indians by 13 to 1. Central high seniors and Checkers also win, advancing as they prepare for later rounds.
Brief sport notes from Albuquerque Chicago and St Louis report first round knockouts involving Kid Lee and Sailor Owenby, plus a 88 point scoring game by Jones of Fort Recovery Ohio’s high school. Other items include a horseshoe championship in St Petersburg with 14500 prize, and Cincinnati pursuing Johnny Couch as well as the deaths of Roy and Al Walker after a bantam bout.
Nick Williams, former Portland club manager, is hired as assistant manager of the San Francisco team in the Pacific Coast league. He played for San Francisco about twelve years ago and received a league popularity medal at that time. He has since managed clubs in Spokane and Moorejaw Saskatchewan.
Babe Ruth seeks to reduce his post season suspension and $8,000 fine by appealing to baseball commissioner Kenesaw Landis. Ruth, in Chicago to perform at a theater, telephoned Landis but the judge is home ill with a cold, hindering an in person interview. If unavailable, Ruth will write the commissioner to present his case.
Stlay H Strawn of Chicago reports at the United States Golf Association meet in Chicago that Donald J Ross devised a plan to solve the stymie issue. The proposal increases the distance from six inches to two feet between the nearer ball and the hole, reducing impossible shots and maintaining playability.
Helena High opened the annual basketball tournament with a 24 to 10 win over Tieseman. Livingston defeated Deer Legge in the earlier game, while Helena’s performance remained rough at times but secured the victory.
Weather forecast predicted clear but colder conditions as a cold wave appeared unlikely. Last night the mercury rose from a low of 15 below to about 8 above by midnight, with earlier indications suggesting only a modest drop.
Livingston Jan 19 The body of an unknown man was found in a cabin 25 miles from the village. A bullet pierced the skull and the man is believed to have killed himself. The body lay across a bed as a telephone message from Carbella reported.
Aerie Davie manager of the Ansonia Amusement with Fox Film Montana representative Arthur Tileamin screened privately in Butte at an early date. Davis said Butte patrons would see film masterpieces that drew huge crowds in New York and eastern cities and that an important announcement related to these pictures would be made soon.
Cosmopolitan and Paramount present Get Rich Quick Wallingford at the Rialto theater starring Sam Hardy Norman Kerry Doris Kenyon and Diana Allen. J Rufus Wallingford and Blackie Daw scheme for wealth while the town laughs at their antics. The program also features The Lion Hunters and The Wild Africa series with a Bruce scenic closer.
George Christoffers of Select Picture of Seattle visits Butte after a Southern California tour. He reports improved California business conditions and predicts Butte will regain prosperity soon. He met Harry C. Arthurs, West Coast theaters GM, who asked to be remembered to local friends.
Police hold Hawkins and Handley in connection with last week’s Spillum cigar store robbery on Hast Park Street. Detectives report recovered cigars and cigarettes and evidence they tried to dispose of the loot. Hawkins was seized on South Arizona Street by Chief Murphy and Detective Powell, Handley on West Park Street by Detectives Rodda and Gerry.
A large audience filled the Butte High School auditorium for a boys and girls glee clubs concert. Director Eleanore Tenner led the program with orchestral numbers including dances and the overture from Poet and Peasant. The clubs performed popular selections with strong singing throughout the event.
Manitoba officials warn Western Canadian farmers face cash shortages as debt and thrift costs threaten harvests. Government loans of 3 million dollars are already spoken for, with a potential drop in next spring’s crop due to tightening credit and rising costs for thrashing and freight.
The article notes rising local interest in sport with gyms active across the city, aiming to foster community involvement and youth programs. It contrasts a strong 1922 sports season with broader civic efforts, while also reporting on marriage and divorce statistics for the year 1921 in the county.
In league play MG Mase notes close games as Luteys top Timber Hutte by five, and University Club routs Butte Battery five. The report mentions Wight Blanchard and C’2 league actions with terse team outcomes and standings.
The Hague reports Parliament passes a new Dutch constitution draft barring German princes from the throne of Holland. The House of Orange inherits no new claim, while the queen receives a salary rise of 100000 florins.
Mrs Roxa S Kirby newly elected county assessor in Campbell County Wyoming earns praise from taxpayers. Formerly a town schoolteacher she previously served as deputy assessor and now leads the vast county units in assessment duties.
The Associated Press reports women golfers in New York launching a club with optioned land for a course. Organizers say the club will allow women to play freely on weekends and holidays, with husbands allowed to use the club as guests. Prominent figures like Mrs Hathaway Watson and Marion Hollins support the move. Hollins plans to consult in England about a potential course and plans to build a championship-quality facility.
Joe Moore of New York, international skating champion, won the senior Canadian championship at Lily Lal, finishing the final heat in 1 minute 35 seconds. Boyd of Lake Placid, N Y, took second and Steinmetz of Chicago third. M Leonard of St John’s won the boys under 12 final at 440 yards in 61 1-5 seconds, while Duke Donovan of St Paul, Minnesota, won the three-mile final in 4 minutes 31 1-2 seconds.
New York January 19 Frank Frisch star infielder of the New York National League club today signed a two year contract at a substantial figure which Vice President John McGraw said would place him among baseballs highest paid players The amount was not made public
In Butte only basketball game this week Central high faces Jefferson county at Butt high gym tonight at 7 4. A post game dance is planned. Central, boosted by returning damage absences, aims to beat Jefferson with Kepeler Loftus McKenzie Harrington Wiegenstein in guard and center roles. Boulder counters with Shattuck Green Lindehem and others.
The School of Mines basketball team departs for Billings to face Billings Polytechnic this evening. Tomorrow they meet Columbus Independents, with both Eastern Montana squads known for fast play and strong road crowds.
Butte High meets Great Falls on the road in a key matchup. The fray centers on a forward pairing and the visitors aim to return with a triumph after recent play.
A tribute to Harry Vardon highlighting his six British Open titles, early golf roots in Jersey, and influence on modern play. It recalls his American appearances, pivotal matches, and enduring impact on gripping and stroke techniques as a defining golf master.
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