10 Mar 1921
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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Mar 10, 1921
Page
1
The opinion written a day before the attorney general retired is released in response to a series of questions. The document declares beer and wine can be considered medicines. The ruling was made public amid ongoing legal and political scrutiny.
Washington March 9 Associated Press officials cannot determine whether the government may limit the number of prescriptions doctors may issue beer and wine given the same status as whiskey under an attorney general opinion made public by the internal revenue bureau. The ruling says all alcoholic liquors may be used for medicine and non beverage purposes subject to Volstead act limits.
Carrick on Shannon Ireland March 9 Private houses and other buildings were destroyed by fire or explosives tonight. Incendiary action attributed to armed men in reprisal for the ambuscade involving Brigadier General Cumming and two lieutenants in Clonbanin. A public funeral was held for the general and his officers in Dublin.
Associated Press reports Duisburg Ruhrort and surrounding towns show calm as allied troops enter the zone. General De Gonette says the occupation safeguards order and workers resume full production while socialist leaders anticipate respecting labor groups. Plastered red flag placards signal mild unrest.
Ardmore March 9 State and defense attorneys prepare for the opening of the Clara Smith Hamon murder trial set for tomorrow morning. Hamon is charged with killing Jake L. Hamon last November, an Oklahoma man and Republican national committeeman. The case tops a light docket as Judge Champion grants it right of way amid statewide attention.
The Ways and Means Committee of the House proposes a 3 percent levy on gross production of petroleum and crude oil. The proposal aims to augment state revenues and fund public programs. The move signals a targeted tax shift affecting energy sector output.
Senator Booth backs a $3,000,000 issue of treasury notes to cover outstanding warrants while the Montana senate investigates governor charge disputes as the extraordinary session opens. Bills proposed tax oil production and revise the Wisconsin inheritance tax with retroactive changes. Woody hired to draft measures sparks clash over compensation.
London dispatch reports Petrograd officials ready to depart at any moment as Trotsky orders arrests of the Esthonian legation staff amid a Kronstadt proclamation urging world workers to oppose the communists.
Tom J. Davis of Butte was elected by acclamation as governor of the Rotary district at their annual conference in Salt Lake City. The Montana Idaho and Utah district includes states, and Davis former president of the Butte club received congratulations at a reception and ball. An ongoing debate over proposed constitutional changes reflected opposition from leading Rotarians in the district.
Copper prices have touched the lowest level since 1916 as large producing interests fail to meet the drop, with quotations ranging from 12.35 to 13 cents as a nominal response. The market shows limited price support amid weak demand and ongoing supply considerations.
Butte YMCA launches a big membership roundup for April 11 to 15 with 300 men organized into three divisions. Go Getters will operate under a 20 member executive committee led by a manager and assistant. Ernest L. Mogge directs arrangements for a citywide drive to expand YMCA membership and community involvement.
Helena March 9 Montana farmers seeking loans to buy seed for spring planting are urged to contact their county agents for application blanks by March 15 under a congressional act. A Washington telegram relayed to T. A. Marlow announced the deadline and process.
Packing house workers face wage cuts and longer hours, promising a unanimous unflinching fight to a finish. The article notes organized labor actions and quotes union leaders vowing solidarity. The conflict highlights broader labor struggle and workplace pressures.
President Harding was asked to intervene as the Butcher Workmen of North America petitioned to block wage reductions and hour readjustments by meat packers set to take effect March 14. The union cites 200,000 workers and plans a potential nationwide strike if action is not taken, with a referendum to confirm strike authorization. Gompers urged White House intervention and a coordinated meeting of allied unions.
March 9 NA That the governor relied on hearsay for the vote trading charge was stated to a senate committee investigating the matter. He recited Senator Connolly’s Billings hotel tale about Thomas Arthur of Billings arranging a five vote trade against the tax commission for oil tax support.
Helena March 9 William Seallon state chairman of the American committee for relief in Ireland has learned from Richard Campbell that John McCormack the tenor now in Monte Carlo will give three concerts in America for the fund. Hugh T Carter named Montana committee secretary. state drive to begin at St Patrick's day with a $60 000 quota and county reports showing progress.
Jay E. Hough testified under death threats by his father in superior court. He said bonds via James F. Callahan, Wallace Idaho mining man, were defrauded of 404 dollars. Hough faced forgery charges involving 50 000 dollars of Liberty County bonds. He described alleged embezzlement and described crowds at the trial as jurors and witnesses recounted the events.
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