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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jul 29, 1921
Page
1
Northcliffe remains at odds with the embassy after an invitation months ago to return home in Washington appears canceled. Officials cited unresolved issues and scheduling conflicts as the cause, leaving the arrangement in doubt and local contacts seeking clarification from both sides.
Lord Northcliffe, in the United States, says invitations to a British embassy dinner were withdrawn on unclear grounds amid a row with Lord Curzon over India news rights. The Times faced opposition to Curzon’s possible delegation and news access, while officials denied reports of London orders. Northcliffe met President Harding after arriving in Washington from New York.
Jeff Boydston, wanted in Portland Oregon on a charge of attempting to murder Mr and Mrs Thomas Baker, was arrested in Bozeman by Gallatin County Sheriff Elgar. At first he denied guilt but later acknowledged his identity.
Washington July 28 passsage of shipping board appropriation bill ahead of the house summer recess was urged to house leaders by President Harding at a White House dinner conference.
Dicky Boy, brother of Laddie Boy owned by Denver broker R Lowrie, faced a chicken-killing dispute after neighbors accused him of killing 70 or 80 birds. Lowrie offered to pay for all losses if proof of death emerged, but evidence remained inconclusive. The judge took the case under advisement as the dog eluded kennel staff on a mountain outing.
The shipping board adopts aggressive policy to ensure fair treatment for American merchant ships in trading rights abroad. Officials expect to back a program that pressures nations to grant access or face retaliation under the new shipping act. The Alexandria cotton trade dispute with Britain highlights broader moves to recognize the board in global shipping decisions. An ultimatum delivery in London signals a hard line in negotiations.
In Missoula a quarrel over two children ended when Charles E. Mitchell fired two shots at his wife in her mother's home at 603 Maurice avenue. Thinking her dead, Mitchell then shot himself in a garret as neighbors and deputies arrived. Mrs. Mitchell survived. Mitchell died at the scene. The tragedy occurred around 11:15 this morning.
Informal talks opened over the conference date with the United States favoring a time no later than Armistice Day November 11. British Japanese and Italian officials discussed the timing while China and France were to be consulted. Early indications suggest other powers may prefer a later date and a preliminary meeting could be arranged weeks hence in a Canadian or American city outside Washington.
In Sydney Nova Scotia on July 28 a massive forest fire swept along the coast destroying Me Wei's Harbor, a hamlet of small population, and causing extensive damage over several hours. The event followed reports of a southwesterly breeze driving the flames toward coastal settlements.
From Juana to Siberia in a single seventies era craft the Polar Heat piloted by Mr Prest arrived at 1 30 this afternoon after a 360 mile flight from OK Gen Utah in under five hours. He traveled with M Bach the mechanic. Weather winds hindered attempts to set a record and extra parts were sent but delayed. His route would pass through Butte Great Falls Shelby toward Alaska with aims to complete a near record time journey.
The British cabinet held two conferences on the Upper Silesian controversy with dominion premiers in attendance. Morning session reviewed the ongoing dispute as foreign policy moves shape postwar alignments.
A Lancaster New Hampshire hotel notes a rush as word spreads that President Harding will stay near Secretary Weeks next week. Bath rooms were offered for 2.50 dollars, then hiked to six dollars on learning the White House stay. The town foresees increased activity and spending during the presidential visit.
Two men Rob Wilson and Marley Haledy robbed the First State Bank in Bonners Ferry Idaho today. They forced cashier John Hansen and teller Mrs A N Stewart into the vault grabbing 8000 dollars and 10000 in Liberty bonds before fleeing. A pursuit by county officials and residents led to a thicket two miles south where one suspect was wounded by birdshot and both surrendered after exchange of fire. Loot recovered as authorities completed the capture.
The senate committee investigating soldier relief heard proposals to add 16.4 million dollars to hospitalize former service members, raising total annual outlay to 35 million dollars, and to conduct a broad re examination of all World War veterans.
The Senate Finance Committee reported the administration bill favorably. It would grant the treasury blanket authority to fund eighty nine million dollars of allied debt and interest, advancing a key funding measure.
In Washington on July 28, Representative Garner of Texas predicted the Republican majority on the Ways and Means Committee would make few changes to the current revenue law, leaving major refinement to the Senate.
Omaha dispatch reports two members of a tourist party bound for Yellowstone park drowned in a cloud burst that nearly wiped out Wye village near Spearfish S D. Mrs William Bower of Missouri Valley Iowa and her grandson John Bower of Chadron Neb are named victims. Communication lines near Spearfish were cut as floodwaters devastated the canyon affecting about 100 residents and livestock losses across ranches along the Spearfish canyon.
Dublin mood bright with expectations after Eamonn de Valera met with colleagues. A communication to Premier Lloyd George was hinted as possible, with plans for another Ireland meeting between James Craig and De Valera. Discussed topics included Ireland's war debt and contributions to the imperial exchequer.
Witnesses clashed over whether officer Taylor held a gun when Brown was shot on Harrison Avenue. The coroner confirmed Brown died from shock and hemorrhage. doctors described a neck wound, damaged jaw, and spinal injury. The jury’s unanimous verdict was signed by foreman W H Cave and five others.
Carl Wanderer, convicted of murdering his wife in a staged holdup, was reprieved by Governor Smalley today and saved from hanging scheduled for tomorrow. A commission may examine his sanity, but McCauley of the American Legion says if sane he should be hanged, if insane he should be confined for life.
The body of Mrs Joseph Peters was removed to her summer home before burial arrangements could be announced. Survived by husband, son Joseph Dan Peters of Anaconda, and daughters Mrs C J Kelly Butte Mrs Kenneth er Great Falls and Mrs Leslie n Copper Cliff Canada. She died of heart trouble in Butte after moving from Frederickton New Brunswick.
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