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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 1923
Page
8
Dispatches describe the aftermath of the Whitehall wreck as agents and sheriff interrogate Archie and the McArthur family group. Survivors recount close escapes, identification efforts reveal bodies of Brouillard, Marney, and Jacobs, while crowding at the depot shows mixed grief and curiosity as investigators sift remains and await further findings.
Arch ie McArthur and two companions confessed they moved a railroad switch to derail a train near a ranch. The trio watched the wreck from a distance then returned to the scene as investigators pieced together how a spur switch and a rocked lock caused the collision. Authorities say one boy led the plan, others followed, and all three later told officers what happened. Coroners and railroad officials worked through the night as recovery and identification of victims continued.
President arrives in Skagway and gives a brief speech recalling Skagway’s history and romance. Mrs. Harding receives several large bouquets including oversized dahlias. The Henderson sails for Seward on Resurrection Day with the president guiding it past Muir Glacier, linking memories of John Muir and Henry Ford.
William Flannagan seeks return to duty after his June 22 refusal triggered a strike of 25 I W W members at San Quentin prison jute mill. Other workers stay off jobs and remain in the dungeon, having refused to work since June 23. Large police detail patrolled harbor district as gathering proceeded without interference.
The French line and other steamship companies begun action to recover liquor seized by prohibition officials. The line submitted its proposal to the French embassy and will negotiate through that channel. The plan would allow ships to draw liquor stored in government warehouses for medicinal use on eastward voyages.
Insects typically possess three simple eyes and two compound eyes. Each compound eye comprises from a dozen to 30 thousand ommatidia, the individual optical units that form the broader image.
An investigator notes that a Chippewa Indian medicine song feels as positive and energetic as Onward Christian Soldiers, highlighting its vigorous tempo and uplifting mood.
The Montana Medical Association conference featured Dr W F Cogswell of Helena criticizing Red Cross public health efforts while Dr FB D Hitchcock of Great Falls presented Functional Tests of the Kidneys. Dr Caroline McGill praised Helena state health laboratory work as wives of visiting physicians toured and a Silver Bow club dinner honored attendees.
In Lausanne on July 11 the Turkish delegates raised new conditions at the Near East conference, demanding immediate withdrawal of all British warships and troops from the straits. Britain maintained the right to keep two cruisers pending ratification of the straits convention. Delegates adjourned without agreement. a fresh attempt is set for tomorrow.
A major rainstorm drenches Pueblo and Colorado Springs, raising the Fountain and Arkansas rivers as they converge at Pueblo. Crests not due until daylight. railroads report patrolling tracks and crews ordered to run cautiously while rain continues to fall west and north.
President H L Byram of the Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul Railway told a farm conference that interstate commerce commission work under the valuation act has cost the government over 23 million dollars and the railroads more than 62 million, far above the initial estimate of under 2.4 million.
In St Paul Minnesota Governor Preus Republican candidate continues his statewide tour as five followers of La Follette from Wisconsin arrive to back Magnus Johnson former labor pick. The Wisconsin group led by Phil La Follette includes Lieut George F Cummings and Congressmen H Edward Voigt George J Schneider and Joseph B Beck with a week of campaigning planned.
Idaho senator William E. Borah urged the United States to convene an economic conference to address the reparations and Russian problems. He spoke at a Portland convention of the National Federation of Business and Professional Women, saying peace disarmament and European market openings hinge on solving these issues and potentially recognizing the Russian government.
A damp chamois removes dust from dark clothes while turquoise jewelry may discolor from hand perspiration. India to receive steel passenger cars 68 feet long with 100 seats. Pearls consist of 6 percent organic matter 2 percent water and 92 percent lime carbonate. One fourth of drivers in a taxicab firm are college men.
More than 80 Kiwanis members and guests gathered at Tourist camp west of Anaconda for a picnic supper prepared by Kiwanian wives. Simon Contor spoke about the memorial fund for American soldiers graves in France and the Legion's goal of a $200,000 drive. The group planned a scout camp visit and a future get together at Gregson Springs.
An Anaconda resident, Jordan of East Commercial avenue, suffered a broken shoulder after a collision with a tourist from Utah driving a Ford. The buggy with Mr and Mrs Jordan was struck on the pavement east of Anaconda Tuesday evening. The tourist car sustained a smashed radiator and was hauled to a local garage for repairs. A separate Washoe park incident saw a Ford skidding off the road, its steering gear broken and towed for repairs.
Engineer Barry of Montana, formerly with the main line, died after an east and westbound passenger collision at Welch's spur on March 17, 1922. His funeral is set for Saturday at St Theresa's church with burial in Whitehall cemetery. Relatives include Dan Kelly and Leo Kelly, nephews from Butte and Whitehall, who provided aid and witnessed the incident respectively. Mrs Kelly, wife of Leo, was the lone witness and hailed news of the disaster from Whitehall.
Members of the Red Men are summoned for a 7 30 gathering focusing on installation and important business. All members are requested to attend.
Brown tail moth arrived in ships with roses from Holland and France. A Chinese medical school, backed largely by Yale alumni, stands as one of the country's largest and finest. Heat stroke or heat fever and heat exhaustion are the two ailments discussed. Coltskin is praised for making the most satisfactory patent leather due to its firm texture.
The Baptist vacation Bible school reports 110 enrolled children, 55 girls and 55 boys, with added staff of teachers to handle the large turnout. The program includes flag salutes, patriotic songs, Bible stories, picture easel storytelling, and separate sewing and handiwork for girls and framing for boys. Rev J S Park oversees the school and invites more children to join.
Sightseers toured the smelters yesterday under Guide Al Mines. The guest list spanned the country from Kansas to Wisconsin, Missouri to Oregon, with dozens of individuals and families from cities such as Kansas City, Independence, Denver, Sheridan, Deer Lodge, Chicago, Portland, Minneapolis, Roseville and more.
More than 300 Saxon clergymen in Dresden hold extra jobs beyond preaching to supplement meager incomes. One large Dresden bank employs as many as nine ministers. others work as part time clerks, factory laborers, stokers or gardeners. Some pastors' wives also work in factories or shops to help make ends meet.
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