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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Mar 18, 1921
Page
1
A broad appeal gathers notable Americans to support distressed Ireland as Saint Patrick s Day drives relief efforts. Leaders from politics and charity join the nationwide drive to raise funds and mobilize aid for Ireland s hardship.
A nationwide drive opens on Saint Patrick’s Day to raise ten million dollars for Irish relief. The American Committee for Relief in Ireland urges a swift, nonpolitical response, naming Jane Addams and many notable backers. It urges the American people to fund aid to alleviate famine and postwar suffering in Ireland.
London March 17. Sir James Craig announced in the house of commons that four capital warships of the hood type would be laid down within a year.
Five prominent Irish women, in a message via the American relief committee, urge Mrs. Harding to appeal to American women for emergency relief for Irish women and children. They report many homes were destroyed and babies are dying.
By the Associated Press, Dublin, March 17. The railway station at Rich Hill, county Armagh, an orange center, and 12 loaded cars were destroyed by fire today after being soaked with petroleum. A train from Porta down for Armagh was looted.
In Ballymacarrett near Belfast, severe rioting continued with mobs looting spirit shops. Police requested military support as armored cars patrolled the district and baton charges were reported during the unrest last night and this morning.
In Dublin a reprisal for the Mount Joy execution ends with Con stable O Kane shot dead in Clifden Galway last night and another constable wounded. Crown forces search for shooters and kill John McDonald who allegedly fled arrest. Three bombs target a military lorry on Camden street, soldiers fire back injuring civilians.
London reports March 17 that Andrew Bonar Law’s resignation from the government sparks talk of dissolution and new elections. The illness is described as high blood pressure, and he plans a prolonged continental holiday. Austen Chamberlain is mentioned as successor but seen lacking leadership magnetism.
Fred B. Smith of Anaconda, a local merchant, was severely injured when his car collided with a heavy truck two miles east of the city yesterday afternoon. He, with skull fractures and a dislocated shoulder, was placed in a hospital as doctors expressed little hope for recovery. Four young men riding with him sustained minor injuries. Steger of Marshfield, Wis., was among the injured and described the crash, while the car overturned during the collision.
Helena march 17 Mount St Charles college held its annual St Patrick day banquet with Father English as principal speaker outlining Ireland's plight. Several teams launched a drive for five thousand dollars to fund Irish relief in the county.
Chicago March 17 An almost unanimous vote in favor of a national strike in the packing industry was cast across the country, union officials said as ballots were counted tonight. Final returns not expected until tomorrow.
Helena March 17 final session of the senate committee hearing on vote trading rumors centered on Senator Connelly and tearoom gossip heard in Billings The governor said he had no evidence of trades prior to his message and had not investigated He and Connelly both testified they believed no offense based on information they possessed
Dodge Brothers Motor Car Company, closed since last December, reopened in Detroit with 3,500 to 4,000 workers. The firm normally employs 20,000. An effort will be made to reach one third of normal production soon.
Clara Smith Hamon was acquitted of murdering Jake L. Hamon republican national committeeman from Oklahoma and oil and railroad promoter. The verdict came after a brief jury deliberation and the courtroom filled with relief as she thanked jurors and newspaper workers.
March 17 announcement from the department of agriculture seed loan office in Fargo says relief loan applications for drought stricken farmers will be received until May 1 unless funds run out earlier. W Warburton, in charge of the loan office, notes corrections to an unauthorized Montana report claiming a March 15 deadline.
Miss Mary MacSwiney visits Butte to discuss Ireland’s struggle for freedom in a calm, dispassionate address. She outlines existing conditions and calls for peaceful efforts toward self determination.
OME 13 eloquent speaker, a distinguished Irish woman familiar with the political situation, explains why her countrymen look to her for support and guidance on current affairs.
Miss MacSwineys meeting at the Broadway yielded early pledges from the Silver Drive. Subscriptions include 3500 from Mr John D Ryan and 1000 from Mr CC F Kelley. Butte reports 5000 and Anaconda 3500 on opening day. Total for two cities reaches 13000 with aim to reach 30000 toward Montana quota of 50000.
Miss Mary MacSwiney spoke in the Broadway theater to a large Butte crowd, calm and controlled in presenting Ireland's cause. She received sustained applause, praised for her knowledge and speaking ability, and the rally ended with an enthusiastic ovation as she concluded.
Washington March 17 Treasury policy on tax revision under study aims for quick submission when Congress reconvenes April 11 in extra session. Experts survey revenue sources including a potential sales tax and changes in rates on larger incomes. Repeal of several luxury taxes is under consideration as part of the overall plan.
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