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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1921
Page
4
The Pueblo relief programs underscore Red Cross action in calamities and civilian aid while New York factions mobilize a large anti prohibition parade. Activists and dry advocates debate constitutional limits as supporters call for broader freedom to protest.
In the South a two month average of 40 million dollars weekly funds new construction across industrial projects and housing. New York savings deposits rose by 41.36 million dollars in the first quarter, while savers turn to thrift amid low mood and war lessons. Americans show lasting thrift through government securities and demand for small denomination bonds.
The article casts doubt on New York Citys July Fourth parade altering national views on prohibition. It notes that Congress shows no sign of relaxing Volstead act strictness and suggests nationwide wet demonstrations could influence votes, but the New York event alone is unlikely to shift policy.
A Chicago convention forecast that more than five billion dollars will be spent in five years to develop electric power facilities and light to curb costs. The federal power commission has permits for 2,000,000 horsepower from applications for 15,000,000 HP. Demand and the need for new generators will drive $3,000,000 daily during the period.
A disputed liquor seizure near Butte ends with Southard detained without charges as county officials investigate. Sheriff Duggan disclaims knowledge of the seizure, while Southard seeks immediate replevin to regain possession of the liquor. The case highlights questions over proper authority and release on recognizance.
The Butte Scout council invites the public to tonight’s Scoutmasters training at 1 30 in the chamber of commerce. Judge Shaney Sanner will give the principal address on Scoutmaster His Opportunity. Deputy Scout Commissioner J R Spencer will teach nature study and fare. Scout Executive Benjamin Owen will run the session on Judging heights and distance. This is the tenth of 13 weeks of leadership training offered by the council.
Deputy Sheriff Joe Main raided a suspected crap game on South Wyoming Street and arrested Kerrum Lilium and Dennis Kakalisis on gambling charges. About $100 in cash was seized from two tables as the place, long raided with money and cards disappearing, was entered without detection.
A Moscow dispatch to the Daily Herald reports definite information that Japan plans to move General Wrangel and related forces to Vladivostok to unite with remnants of Semenof and Kappel’s armies for a new Siberian invasion. Eastern Siberia’s workers and peasants prepare to resist, while Bolshevik foreign minister Chicherin protests to Britain France and Italy.
Col Pat Hamrock reports about 100 bodies recovered in Pueblo after Friday night flood. Soldiers guard debris piles while trains carry possible victims. Refugees move to Mineral Palace Camp with tents and supplies arriving from Denver. Air reconnaissance deployed to verify flood and bridge failures.
Flood dispatches report rising Poudre river at Fort Collins with overflowing bottom lands. Loveland sees receding Thompson river. Boulder rain ended with interurban service to Denver to resume Monday. Marshall Boulder county dam deemed secure. Lafayette telephone service back. Longmont water receding though Main street flooded. Lamar floods threaten business district with four feet water along Santa Fe tracks and Arkansas valley. Las Animas bridge out. Morrison threatened by Weaver dam waters. Sterling traffic resumes as Pawnee creek floods recede.
Rolling flood waters spread from Texas toward Colorado and Kansas. Officials report cresting to about twelve feet in places along the Arkansas River, threatening Dodge City businesses and power facilities. Rail lines near Pecos and along the Atchison Santa Fe are submerged as the river rises. Farmers in affected lowlands are warned to evacuate amid heavy rains from New Mexico and an additional two inch downpour locally.
June 5 in Williams ranch near Deer Lodge a splendid barn burned completely. Fifteen head of horses, four mules and all farm implements were lost. The blaze, discovered late, consumed the entire structure. Rebuilding is estimated at about $10,000.
Mrs Julia Combe of Walkerville learned yesterday that her brother Patrick Kelley was accidentally killed at Pendleton Oregon. Kelley, a Hancock native, had lived in Butte and Anaconda for many years. Mrs Combe and her brother Jerry Kelley of Great Falls left to arrange the body.
A local notice notes a Central Alumni gathering planned for this evening. The fragmented text mentions centers and a committee or group expected to attend, with unclear details about times or locations. Potential attendees include a subset of alumni from the Central organization.
In Upper Silesia, a French ultimatum to General Von Hoefer demands German withdrawal within 24 hours after insurgent attacks. French troops in industrial areas will be pulled back if obeyed. Von Hoefer acknowledged the ultimatum, with a meeting set for Oppeln tomorrow between Von Hoefer and British General Necker.
Anders Gustaf Nelson, United States Senator Knute Nelson, was found guilty of manslaughter in the death of farm hand Joseph Middleton from a March 1920 shooting. The jury deliberated about ten hours before returning the verdict in Fergus Falls district court. Middleton died from wounds received after a quarrel when Nelson’s shotgun discharged. Nelson had earlier been convicted of murder in a separate case and given a new trial.
Colorado Springs June 6 Governor Shoup is asked to appeal to the federal government for an appropriation of 5,000,000, of which 2,000,000 may be immediate, in a telegram from James I. Levern, levee repair committee chair. B E Withers Pueblo Water Works president. and C K McHara Arkansas Valley Ditch Association president.
Spokane June 8 J F Kingsley aged 50 of Post Falls Idaho was instantly killed and Mrs T H Hail of Indiana severely injured in a two vehicle crash at Liberty Lake near noon today. Kingsley drove the car skidding into a ditch and overturning. He was crushed under the steering wheel while his wife escaped injury and ran for help.
The Butte Chamber of Commerce plans a large get together and home industry dinner next Monday evening to boost Butte and Montana products. Local leaders vow the event will mirror Spokane’s successful model and showcase payroll, sales, and business impact while uniting merchants, musicians, and civic groups in a teamwork spirit.
The funeral for Mr. Oppenheimer in Butte drew hundreds who recalled his kindness and loyalty. Pallbearers included Senator Lee Mantle and Harry Gallwey as followers observed the procession from temple to cemetery. Friends spoke of a man who loved Butte and bridged communities through generosity.
Deer Lodge Montana June 5 The Deer Lodge Bank and Trust Company opened yesterday with most directors present except W B Rodgers of Anaconda The bank sits at Milwaukee and Main on the former McBurney house site Directors include Martha J Wallace Senator Charles H Williams Peter Pauley William Dingwall and W B Rodgers Others elected as officers are President Charles H Williams Vice President Peter Pauley Cashier W F Gullette Assistant Cashiers Cl i Adams and J St Delitich
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