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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1921
Page
1
Lightning struck seven storage tanks at Mid West Refining in Casper causing about 445000 barrels of crude oil to burn. Loss nears one million dollars. Fire under control with no injuries. 1700 workers built dykes to prevent spread across Platte River area near Casper.
Poughkeepsie June 17 Attorneys for James A Stillman argued the banker Guy Stillman is illegitimate but during cross examination it emerged that Mr Stillman and the wife he seeks a divorce from lived together on two Sundays within the critical period used to prove the paternity of Mrs Sillman's 31 months old son.
In Chicago on June 17 Peggy Joyce faces a Wednesday oral examination in bankruptcy fourt over her petition for temporary alimony and $10,000 a month plus $100,000 in attorney fees. The affair involves attorney Joe Wondames Branley Joyce and wealthy Kimberman. A decision by July 8 is anticipated.
Buffalo reports Salvatore Cala, arrested at Eden, confesses to taking part in the 1919 murder of Daniel Kaber of Lakewood, Ohio. Cala says midwife Armena Colavito arranged the plot with Cala and Vic torio Pisseli to kill Kaber for $5000, details unfold as District Attorney Moore cites the summary.
The U S Court of Claims dismissed the petition by L Vogelstein & Co seeking 424 198 for wartime copper purchases. The firm alleged the government paid 214 cents per pound, below market value by about 4 cents, and the court’s ruling ends the demand for damages.
The Senate approved a regulatory measure to oversee meat packers after seven days of debate. The bill, 45 to 21, moves back to the House for conference. It bans unfair practices, price manipulation, and interdealer restraints, and limits stockyard rates.
Haynes aims to tighten liquor control, reduce red tape, and reorganize units under a sweeping new plan for air service enforcement of prohibition.
The first shipment of copper from Butte to Rome N Y via rail to Seattle then Panama canal to Perth Amboy and barge to Rome is recorded by W P Coghlin, showing a new route through the New York state canal. The North Troy lock delays have been resolved, improving canal service and efficiency for growing shipments, including copper via Transmarine to Rome.
Washington June 17 The Army Air Service chief Major General Menoher and assistant Brigadier General Mitchell have had their dispute settled by Secretary Weeks. Both sides agreed on their positions and the secretary announced confidence in continuing both in their roles. Menoher stood by requesting Mitchell’s relief, but the secretary will handle future administration with Mitchell serving mainly as adviser due to his expertise in flying and training.
In Chicago Mrs. M Small, who testified she could identify Charles A Small by his pronunciation of "sweet petunia," failed to identify him in court and the bigamy charge was dismissed. The witness said she lived with him briefly in 1920 and had little chance to learn his appearance.
The body of Mrs A E Gray drowned in Rock Creek near Moose Lake, found by miner Pat Wall a mile below the disappearance site. She carried $70 sewn in her waist and a three carat diamond ring. Coroner J J Carmichael will hold an inquest Monday.
A Cloudburst in Wibaux floods parts of the city to over two feet and turns Beaver Creek into a maelstrom within five minutes. Telephone service is down, a Northern Pacific freight train derailed with no injuries, eastbound trains held at Glendive and Beach, and showers continue near Glendive while no rain is reported east of Medora.
Delegates at the thirty seventh state encampment in Anaconda elected officers for the Grand Army and allied groups. S Shoemaker of Butte named loyal commander. John Behmids of Columbia Falls junior commander. Women’s relief and auxiliary officers chosen including Mrs Ele MacRae and Mrs Mary Purcell. Additional council and board members listed from Deer Lodge, Great Falls, Kalispell, Livingston, Missoula, Butte, and Helena.
The Grand Army of the Republic banquet featured a unique token a gavel crafted from ivory once brought by Theodore Roosevelt from South Africa. J M Page past department commander received the gift and voiced the department’s gratitude for the rare workmanship and history embedded in the gavel.
Washington June 17 Prohibition enforcement officials unveiled a plan to reorganize federal units and streamline methods. Abolish about half of supervisory jobs and create state directors responsible for enforcement and administration. Proposals aim to tighten liquor control and curb leaks in the supply chain.
The Associated Press reports that three highway contracts in Montana were awarded by the state highway commission in Great Falls on June 17. The awards total about 12 1/2 miles of road work in Benders County and nearby areas, with bids from Anaconda firms and Lewistown bidder Melchert.
County authorities deem evidence insufficient to prosecute in the death of Jack Cook. No charges will be pursued as the investigation concludes with inconclusive findings.
Standard Sta Correspondent reports in Deer Lodge on June 17 that a jury acquitted Joe Briggeman after two ballots. The verdict came at 5 85 o'clock, two hours after the shooting at the Cook cabin on Gold Creek on December 31. County Attorney Cummings said there would be no further prosecution in Knopf's death, though the Cook case would be investigated if new evidence arises.
Dr Sun Yat-sen of the Southern Chinese republic appeals to President Harding for U S recognition. The appeal argues democracy’s fate in China hinges on America stepping forward to support the republic or face Japanese demands.
The Salvation Army in the West plans 11 new divisions replacing five, announced by Commissioner Girard. Division commanders include Montana staff captain Robert Megieland and other Western leaders, signaling rapid organizational growth in new regional headquarters.
Washington June 17 The House rejects the Senate plan to extend enlistments to 150000 and insists reductions be in place by Oct 1 The House had approved 472600000 for next year with an aim to set the army at 190000 However the Senate argues a cut to 150000 by next spring is unworkable and higher pay bills reflect a gradual downsizing The dispute moves back to conference with compromise talks continuing.
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