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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1921
Page
1
Woodland Washington flood from May 31 reports waters 3 to 19 feet across 5000 acres with about 100 cattle drowned. Break blamed on seepage near Burris Creek pumping station. 25 ranches under water but most livestock saved. Crop damage placed between 500000 and 800000 dollars.
Tulsa faced deadly race clashes as estimates say one black man killed and several harmed when white mobs and armed black residents fought near the courthouse after an arrest for an alleged assault on a white girl. Oklahoma National Guards were dispatched by Lt. Gen. Charles Barrett to restore order as crowds marched through the business district toward the Negro district.
The Senate enters week three of discussion on a $40 million naval appropriation bill. Prominent disarmament and economy critics spark debate while leaders clash over a final vote set for tomorrow or Thursday.
Fred Roberts testified at Dease Chester's murder trial that he received offers of financial aid from people supporting the prosecution if he would claim Chester fired the fatal shot in the killing of Miss Florence Barton. Roberts said he and Chester hunted by a private detective and left town after the murder on October 2, with Barton fatally shot earlier that evening.
Special Dispatch to the Standard from Helena May 31 5 HP Shelles Republican national committeeman Gay left for Washington confident of retaining his seat in the contest Institutes by FOOE duet hod the Candidate of some of the site Republican central committees Senator Junod will also be in Washington for the meeting of his communities to be held
Scott C. Bone of New York a former Washington and Seattle editor has been appointed governor of Alaska to replace Thomas Riggs Jr announced by Interior Secretary Fall in a Washington DC WashIntelligencer dispatch Another Probe In Court Investigio n planned by Inspector General Weeks into last Saturdays Army air crash that killed seven men. Damage by Hail in Billings Montana area causes crop losses from heavy storm.
The Montana Supreme Court holds that shipper complaints of excessive freight rates or discrimination must seek relief from the state railroad commission before pursuing court action. In a Fergus county case, Jabez Doney sued the Northern Pacific over lumber charges to Butte. the jury awarded $200.50 for dog-feed delay, but the verdict was reversed and a new trial granted for the railroad.
School Architect Wellington Smith submitted to the Butte school board an estimate for a three story reinforced concrete and brick high school on the south side. The design includes 1200 seat auditorium 21 classrooms for 600 pupils marble plunge hot and cold showers gymnasium study hall library rest rooms for teachers and a grandstand for 1000 spectators. The building can be enlarged as attendance grows and features a platform for outdoor events.
May 31 the Great Falls municipal wage scale was cut by the city council. Common laborers face a 84.30 rate, teamsters 3 and garbage handlers 4, with a new scale cutting common labor by 1 and teamsters by cents. Meade County and Labor Assembly protest, pledging backing to unions resisting the reduction. city salaries excepted from cuts.
Wing 10 assumes teaching duties in the commercial department as supervisor of penmanship at the high school. Miss Alice Celeen resigns, the resignation accepted by the Butte school board. Music supervisor Omnerva Bennett requests a leave of absence until economic conditions allow normal procedures.
The Elks announce a tonight program featuring local performers organized by the entertainment committee to inform the community. The notice emphasizes showcasing talent and inviting attendees to enjoy the event.
Two men were killed and thirteen injured, four mortally, in a bomb explosion at the Aberdeen Proving Grounds during airplane bombing preparation. Names given include Privates A. Shimer, G. Grinnell, and Pfc. J. Mall, with several others listed as injured. Officials said initial reports varied while promising a full investigation.
In Youghal area near the golf links a mine exploded during a Hampshire regiment band performance. Six men were killed including two band boys and 21 wounded, five seriously. The attack involved intense fire and bombs. a curate driving to mass was wounded.
Bozeman’s Malloy and Butte’s Phomagdovigh among high school athletes awarded letters. Great Falls pair Wilkine and Dawson received recognitions. coach Charles Cant presided at ceremony in Montana.
Santa Fe shops will reduce its forces by an estimated 85 at Topeka and other points. The cuts were announced here today by a Chicago vice president as part of a broader reduction in personnel across the system.
MADISON Wisconsin May 31 Governor Blaine vetoed the Mathernn prohibition act amid conflicts with federal law and the Antennite Saloon dispute. The move halts the local measure and preserves existing laws while the conflict unfolds.
The French Senate votes confidence in Premier Briand amid tensions over reparations and territory. The cabinet signals support for Briand as negotiations with Germany continue and seek favorable terms for France and its allies.
Chicago May 31 The United States railroad labor boards will issue an order effective July 1 cutting wages for 31 unions across 104 lines. Average 12 percent reduction, with 6 to 13 cents an hour cuts for common labor and up to 18 percent for section laborers, lowering pay for apprentices to $19.20 monthly and skilled workers to $26.52 weekly equivalents. The move follows the 1926 wage award and may extend to other roads after hearings.
Chicago division head and three other officials of the air mail service were relieved from duty after an investigation. The move followed the deaths of two pilots in the Chicago division in recent months and was announced as a temporary arrangement pending further action.
Chicago May 31 Railway executives voiced disappointment at the labor board decision to reduce wages. Leaders like H Byram and SM Felton argued the cuts are only about half the 1920 advance and unlikely to yield substantial rate reductions without improving rail earnings.
William Jennings Bryan declares Florida will be his legal residence and voting state. He cites Mrs. Bryan's health and eight years in Miami as reasons for moving south and remaining active in public affairs. He notes prior political suspension and plans to continue contributing to government while making Florida permanent home.
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