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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1922
Page
1
Physicians state the pontiff cannot survive as his condition worsens. In Virginia City a KEEL was found in a cell with the neck slashed, a piece of glass likely used by the accused murderer of James Grant who awaits trial.
The Bigs agree to an American proposal in principle but oppose the scope of a proposed resolution on treaties. The dispute centers on how far commitments should extend and the timing of public disclosure.
Commission of Agricultural Inquiry urges more elastic policy for relief of farmers in a critical report. It recommends adjustments to ease farmer distress and improve policy flexibility. The document highlights need for timely aid and adaptable programs.
Keel, a lumberjack charged with killing Jim Grant at the High Up mine, attempted suicide in his Madison county jail cell by cutting his throat. Doctors report two deep wounds near the throat but no jugular damage, suggesting the trial set for next Monday will be postponed indefinitely.
In Chicago a detective sergeant and a mystery youth killed each other in a pistol duel, tied to a summer spree of more than six murders linked to a political feud in the Nineteenth ward. Detective Sergeant Charles Paldina fired on his assailant as he entered a saloon. the gunman Newman, 18, lay dead outside with three bullets in the back, tied to bond forfeiture and robbery charges.
Washington reports an unexpected setback as the Far Eastern committee debates the open disclosure of China treaties. Japan pushes final changes and a reflation for China’s military reductions, while talks hint at future global meetings and a U.S. move to call a new conference.
In San Francisco on January 20 Roscoe Fatty Arbuckle allegedly offered to cover all costs tied to Miss Virginia Rappe including physicians bills after a party at Arbuckle s suite. Harry Boyle testified he found Rappe nearly unconscious and Arbuckle told him a lady was dying on a bed.
Missoula county sheriff G A Col Miles swore in Mrs Mandhe McCarthy as the state’s first woman deputy sheriff. She received a gun and badge, amid reports that Miss Hunter has held deputy duties in Custer county since January 1920, with Ht Farnum previously serving.
Dublin dispatch reports Sinn Fein leaders vow to press for international recognition of Ireland as an independent republic. They state the organization will maintain unity and sovereignty, oppose British parliamentary will, and resist common citizenship with Great Britain until recognition is secured.
Stillman repeats claims that a child may be his son as appellate courts hear intensified charges of improper conduct. A banker by profession maintains paternity of Guy Stilman amid disputes over the Indian guide and a presumed marriage.
Chicago Jan 20 Federal Judge K M Landis is seriously ill with bronchial infection. He has been confined to his home for several days with a bad cold and tonight his condition was said to require bed rest as physicians ordered.
Frost last night froze millions of oranges on trees across Southern California, with early estimates of severe damage to citrus and avocado crops. Officials warn of possible further losses as temperatures drop and thawing may be slow, while forecasts predict more cold and snow in surrounding regions.
Steve Maslich, convicted with Nick Oblizab for the murder of Marco Laus in a rat line near the state prison, was shot by firing squad in the prison yard at 8:08 this morning. The crime sought 1100 in gold. Maslich denied guilt before death. Oblizalo's appeal is before the supreme court.
Pope Benedict lies gravely ill in the Vatican, extreme unction given before dawn as doctors report pneumonia in both lungs and a failing heart. Cardinals watch from the doorway and vow to let God’s will guide the pontiff’s final hours.
Rome January 20 The Associated Press reports Pope Benedict said he is ready to work again if the Lord wills and that if it is enough his will be done Cardinals left his chamber tonight after his final words. Doctor Ettore Marchiafava noted the pope remained conscious and held a thread of hope despite illness. He resisted his ailment with fortitude and obtained some rest earlier in the evening.
The state convention of the anthracite mine workers in Shamokin Pa adopted a coal commission plan calling for a 20 per cent increase for contract miners and $1 a day for all day men. It also considered suspending mining on April 1 if no satisfactory agreement is reached, then adjourned sine die after welcoming Ireland to the family of nations.
Secretary Wal lace charges certain loaning firms for farm mortgages and banks hold nearly 3.87 trillion in personal and collateral farmer loans with 1.48 trillion in farm mortgage loans at year end 1920. He says predatory practices by some insurers and mortgage companies shock the industry, while others aid farmers. Charles Parrott says government’s deflation worsened farm distress, urging rapid aid to keep agriculture viable.
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