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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Mar 05, 1921
Page
1
The article records the formal passing of presidential powers from President Wilson to his successor Warren G. Harding. It notes the transfer as a historic handover marking a transition in leadership and government authority.
The American president Woodrow Wilson relinquished authority to Warren G. Harding in a stark ceremony. Wilson, weakened by illness, left the White House with assistance and did not attend the capsitol or the formal inaugurations for Harding. Secret Service aided his descent and he later spoke privately in the White House.
Judge Carroll denies the counties second bid to force County Assessor Kelly to allow County Surveyor Loughrin to move to the assessor’s office. The writ of mandamus was rejected as improper, with the court citing that mandamus only issues to compel specific duties or rights when no plain remedy exists. The decision references Montana Supreme Court rulings on mandamus and remedy law.
President Wilson leaves the White House due to frail health and low spirits. He accompanies the new president along a historic avenue, signaling a formal step away from his duties and public life.
Eight storm tossed years in the presidency end as Woodrow Wilson, now plain Woodrow Wilson, returns to private life. He smiles at retirement, speaks with humor, and credits his health with limiting participation in the inauguration events. Harding aids him down the White House stairs.
President Harding presented his cabinet nominees to the senate and they were confirmed in under ten minutes. The commissions of ten official advisors were signed and will begin duties tomorrow, succeeding Wilson era appointees. The nominations followed the oath of office, occurring within an hour of his inauguration.
German papers react to the ed ultimatum to Germany over reparations and wartime guilt. Reports say Bold voices demand government opposition of the ultimatum with resolve. Comments from Tagblatt Lokal Anzeiger Vorwaerts Boersen Zeitung reflect distrust in plans and moral questions. Champ Clark funeral held in Washington with body in state and plan for Missouri train departure.
Readable phrases show unclear terms and names. The fragment hints at a local item or notice but lacks identifiable people, organizations, or places to define a concrete news event.
The Tribune reports thousands of acres of Northern Pacific land in Montana, held by a New York oil subsidiary formed today with a $100,000 capital, will be explored and developed on royalty, with NP holding a majority interest and receiving most oil profits.
Postal officers announced that Liberty bonds and coupons totaling over 100000 dollars were stolen in a mail truck robbery last night in Los Angeles. Investigators pursue clues as authorities warn the public about the seized securities and potential for furthe rillicit trade.
The issue notes that the full text of President Harding's address appears on page two, signaling readers to turn to that page for the complete sermon of the nation's leader.
Chief of Detectives Dee Larkin arrested a man identified as Frank Hills for passing counterfeit bills at 108 East Park Street. The suspect allegedly crafted notes with altered colors to resemble real money. The prisoner was recognized by Mrs. Erhardt, a former roomer at the Silver Block, and will be turned over to justice authorities. Adjournment sine die ends the South Dakota legislature session after more than four fifths of its bills passed.
March 4 1900s or earlier notes town of Harding laid out today near Delta south of Salt Lake City naming the new settlement Harding.
Plans leaked for substitute army and navy budget bills to pass in an April special session. Democratic opposition blocks proposals amid inauguration day tense in Washington. Senate Republicans plan swift movement on immigration reform and related measures alongside war pensions and private claims.
HELENA March 4 reports indicate both houses worked through the night to approve measures including a cement tax of five cents per barrel and twenty five cents per ton for plaster, plus conflicts over a closed primary. Governors action expected as enrollment and signatures proceed with a quickly adjourned legislature.
Fragmentary clipping reports two jailed constables accused of robbing two men. The brief notes a theft involving moonshine and a dollar amount, with disjointed quotes about deputies and a Northern Pacific reference. Details are unclear due to the damaged OCR.
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