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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1921
Page
1
Interstate Commerce Commissioners rule Montana state passenger fares discriminate against interstate business on railroads. The decision targets travel costs and efficiency impacting carriers and travelers within the state and across state lines.
The interstate commerce commission ordered Montana passenger fares raised to match interstate rates, arguing existing charges discriminated against interstate business. Butte railroad officials had expected the move as similar adjustments occurred in other states, with the order aligning Montana with nationwide practice.
The McKenzie family laments as a Butte man long out of work ends his life. He had lived in the town for four years, previously working in the mines until a month ago. The narrative describes the family’s struggle, with children lacking milk and bread after the tragedy.
Fragmentary OCR suggests De Valera may have left the United States aboard a British ship and reached London without notifying aides. The garbled text hints at a farm or group, but details are unclear and names are incomplete.
Helena January 26 The measure, introduced by Scharnikow of Powell, provides a graduated inheritance tax based on legacy value and recipient relationship. Rates start at one percent for $2,601 to $26,000 to close relatives, rising to three percent for strangers. higher inheritances face multipliers up to four times the base. Exemptions apply to charitable, educational, and public institutions, plus up to $24,000 to widows and minor children. The law makes the tax a lien, allows executors to sell property to pay it, and imposes a 10 percent penalty for nonpayment at death.
The Montana house will total 100 under an apportionment act amended by Dillavoy of Yellowstone. Silver Bow Lewis and Clark and Chouteau counties lose members while Missoula Rosebud Teton and Valley drop one seat each. Hill Phillips Roosevelt and Sheridan gain one seat each. The measure awaits passage in the house. EMERGENCY TARIFF BILL BLOCKED BY FILIBUSTER Washington June 35 The bill faced a filibuster stalling action and opposing factions stalled its progress in the Senate.
Washington January 25 report that $30,000,000 appropriation is agreed by the house appropriations subcommittee for an Army of 160000 men. The plan falls short of the war department request, with Philippine constabulary and allied forces included to reach about 160, boo in total armed strength under the bill.
Washington Jan 25 federal prohibition officials plan to block distribution of intoxicating beverages masquerading as patent medicines. The bureau of Internal Revenue said permits for manufacturing medicines containing alcohol will be limited to the minimum and thousands seek renewals. Legitimate medicines will not be interfered with.
Two boys ages 12 and 15 confessed to rifling letters at Walkerville’s post office, stealing over 200 dollars. Postal inspectors uncovered the crimes after watchman Lloyd trapped one youth. the pair said they lost the money gambling. They remain held at the Industrial School as the investigation continues.
A Keneseikai member in the Japanese Diet denounced the government for diplomatic failures with the United States Great Britain China and Siberia. He cited a foreign office pamphlet on the California question and questioned the powers of negotiator Morris. Viscount Uchida urged realism in negotiations while General Tanaka stated no plan to extend the army to 25 divisions in the next decade, aiming instead to strengthen the 21 divisions for defense.
Spokane report states Maurice W. filed suit for a quarter interest in the Premier mine near Stewart British Columbia alleging a partnership agreement. The plaintiff estimated the interest value at 2 500 000 dollars while the defendant valued it lower. The case progress remains pending with further proceedings referenced.
Helena dispatch reports Representative W. H. Goodland of Butte was awarded 375 by the state board of compensation for the loss of a thumb in a machine shop where he serves as foreman. Paris brief notes Sir Auckland in transit. British ambassador to the United States headed to Paris to confer with British cabinet officers. he traveled from Liverpool and proceeded to London before continuing to Paris.
The New York Puerto Rico Steamship Company petitions the Court of Claims for 2,750,000 dollars in damages for the steamship Carolina, sunk during the war after being attacked by four German submarines off the coast. The action marks the first attempt to recover government liability for a wartime sinking.
Charles M. Schwab testified before the Walsh Congressional committee on shipping board affairs, crying as he denied charges that Bethlehem Shipbuilding expenses funded government ship construction. He argued the program was an emergency, Pershing urged more ships, and costs should be charged off as war costs with wooden ships to be scrapped if needed. The committee adjourned with plans to reconvene in Washington.
House Republicans approve a program for 13 million dollars to build five veteran hospitals, three for mental and nervous disorders and two for tuberculosis. After a conference, Public Buildings Chair Lanley said he will introduce the measure and seek House passage early next week. The funds will convert existing buildings for use at Walla Walla.
The Department of Labor released a nationwide survey showing the nation with three million unemployed. The report indicates a 39.9 percent drop in employment, signaling a severe job crisis across the country.
Helena report outlines a legislative session with fights over bond petition thresholds and county emergency road funds. A resolution by S Warr e of Silver Bow asks Congress to impose a one cent per pound import duty on manganese to protect U S mines flooded by cheaper South American ore. The note cites wartime price controls and renewed calls for mine operation relief.
Constantinople Jan 25 The seizure disrupted the final source of revenue. Reports indicate the governing cabinet members in Angola are connected with the action, as authorities move to control key fiscal channels.
Washington report shows 3,473,466 fewer workers in industry than a year ago based on a nationwide survey. The Labor Department cautions the figure may not reflect true unemployment as some may have found work in agriculture or other areas not captured by the survey.
The report outlines a proposal to invite Greece and Turkey to meet the Allies, hinting at revising the Sevres treaty. It notes possible inclusion of Turkish nationalists led by Kemal Atatürk adherents and suggests the ongoing Kemalist conflict may shape participants. The tone implies broadening discussions without committing to specific representatives.
Helena January 25 provision for hospital and operating expenses for crippled indigent children is made in a measure by Dillavou of Yellowstone carrying a 25000 appropriation for surgical treatment of more than 2000 sufferers. A Montana orthopedic commission is created to investigate cases and recommend children for treatment in any hospital. commission includes state health secretary president of the state medical association a tubercular association representative and two federation of women’s clubs members all unpaid. The act also provides for a field secretary whose salary and expenses are limited to 4000.
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