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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jul 22, 1925
Page
2
An analysis of tax returns reveals a modest rise in business activity and a fall in gross profit, with smaller inventories and reduced salaries. Railroads led determinations, while farmers elevators and mills posted notable gains. new corporations rose to 33 from 89 last year amid overall tax shifts.
Dayton reports a flood of responses as W J Bryan and Clarence Darrow clash over evolution and religion in the Scopes trial. Bryan calls for Bible authority while Darrow defends intelligent religion and mocks the proceeding.
The article notes general impressions of a document meant to appease both allies and hostile German elements. It suggests the Reich aims to continue negotiations while Berlin seeks concessions in applying the peace treaty. Further exchanges will reveal if more is demanded than the allies will grant.
The Red Men convention in Montana elected C. D. Courtney as great sachem succeeding W. E. Sielaff of Butte. Charles E. Pass and H. F. Stettler led the initiation and spoke on the order’s aims including orphan care. Officers distributed show two state posts to Anaconda and Philipsburg, with eight tribes and four Pocahontas councils represented across 21 attendees.
Joseph G Kramer a Missoula restaurant proprietor formerly with the Davenport hotel Spokane shot himself in the Elks temple lounge. He left a note requesting his possessions go to his wife and asked Spokane lodge to notify and provide for his family leaving a widow.
A bronze statue of John Frank Stevens was unveiled at Marias Pass Montana presented by the Great Northern railway to honor the famed engineer. The dedication occurred during a Great Northern expedition with remarks by Justice Pierce Butler and a tribute from President Ralph Budd.
May Golhar of En land was awarded damages of 26 dollars after an automobile accident left her unable to laugh or cry.
Although the building boom continues, demand for houses and apartments remains unmet, signaling a persistent housing shortage and ongoing market pressure in Argentina.
Excursions from Europe to trees have resumed for the first time since disturbances interrupted them. Officials report renewed operations and cautious steps to prevent further disruptions.
President Coolidge, on a wage vacation in Amescott, says absence from Washington allows focus on business and industry while planning to stay in touch with government affairs. He asks Senator Hale to study eliminating property to meet the 100 million naval construction program and discusses legislative plans with Senator Curtis. Phonographs for children’s rooms in England signal changing furnishings and Paraguay reports a labor shortage.
Six army pursuit planes arrived at Cheyenne from Omaha three hours before their bomber escort, with Major Lanphier commanding a seven-plane squadron on a transcontinental air mail test. The fleet, to fly to Salt Lake City and San Francisco, marks Cheyenne’s largest aircraft layover, lodging 21 planes.
Berlin reports reveal a hidden iron door linking Wilhelmstrasse foreign office to the chancellor’s palace. Only the foreign minister and an accompanying official may pass, enabling direct talks with the chancellor. Stresemann, von Schubert, Luther, and Kempner use it for pivotal policy negotiations shaping Germany’s foreign relations.
Washington July 21 The Shipping Board deferred action but indications point to approval of President Palmer of the Fleet corporation for Henry Ford's offer of 1 706 000 for 200 vessels offered for scrapping The board discussed the recommendation at length with four members present and will resume Thursday when more commissioners are expected to be in the city.
Paris July 21 Associated Press reports that Petain Lyautey and five generals lead 150000 French troops against Abd El Krim in Morocco. French sources say reorganized command makes the Riffian chief see the handwriting on the wall and that his days as leader may be numbered.
Dayton Tenn July 21 defense lawyers began perfecting an appeal to the Tennessee supreme court in the Scopes case after a guilty verdict. The judge set a 30 day deadline for appeal perfection. other counsel may join later. Scopes will not appear in the supreme hearing.
Dry canyon fire jumped its trench yesterday but was to be hedged in by night. It has burned 2 000 acres. a crew of 175 fights it. A mile of trench remains to circle the Squaw valley fire in the Kaniksu National Forest with seven and a half miles more to dig. Smith creek fire north of Bonners Ferry Idaho burned 1 100 acres. Other fires in Pend d Oreille NF were quiet though not all under control.
Great Falls July 21 Supervis or E H Myrick reports the Big River fire on the continental divide above the Teton head is now fully under control after a week of rugged terrain and impassable passes. No other fires are out of control in Lewis and Clark or Jefferson National Forests. Distasteful medicines may be administered through the skin by a newly perfected electrical apparatus.
Report suggests rail electrification in Czechoslovakia will halve pot consumption. Authorities estimate strong energy efficiency gains and reduced fossil fuel use alongside new electrical traction.
Dillon prepares for the American Legion state convention August 13 to 15 with at least 1500 attendees expected. About $6,000 will be spent on entertainment, hotels are fully chartered, and visitors will stay in private homes if needed. Fireworks displays, reunions, initiations, and a big barbecue are scheduled with National Commander James A. Crain among notables.
A busy Dillon session saw multiple weekend cases heard by Judge L P Phillips. Jim McGuire faced a preliminary hearing on conceal weapons charges and was bound over to district court with 2000 bond not posted. Wy O Carrigan pleaded not guilty to assault, bond set at 500 and he remains in custody for July 25 trial. Jim Wallace charged with larceny pleaded not guilty, bond 1000 unmet. Jim Harvey pleaded guilty to unlawful possession of intoxicating liquor and was bound over with 1000 bond unpaid.
The funeral for Henry Locker was held at St. Rose Catholic church in Dillon this morning with Rev. F X Leschner officiating. Interment followed at Mountain View cemetery. Locker, a Dillon resident for 15 years and a stone mason, drowned in Lovells Lake nine miles south of Dillon last Friday. no relatives were located.
Ike Rife Jr. attends to business in Dillon from Medicine Lodge. J. R. Barrett and B. W. Emerick journey to Sheridan Wyoming for a week, with Diggie Emerick returning home. John Baird from Big Hole basin visits Dillon. Mrs. Alex Saladi and children travel to Cardwell after visiting Dillon, with Ethel Spencer accompanying to Cardwell. J.P. Lossel of Wisdom and D. A. Schulz of Sheridan visit Dillon. Mr. and Mrs. D. M. McDonald of Butte stop in Dillon. M. Clemon, Big Hole stockman, attends to business. Mrs. J. Fr. Barrett visits Centennial valley at her daughter’s home. Walter Vance departs for Edmonton to visit his sister, plans Seattle return for Knichts Templar conclave.
A Studebaker owned by the Train garage of Anaconda was stolen last week from East Galena street and recovered by Silver Bow county sheriff's deputies. The undamaged car was found on the Butte Anaconda highway several miles from its posting place and returned to the owner.
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