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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Mar 19, 1920
Page
12
Chicago reports March 18 high prices for corn as bullish sentiment lifts futures. May contracts show gains near 2 40% with mixed movement across other grains while pork futures advance slightly, reflecting ongoing supply worries and living-cost campaigns.
Spokane market shows steady prices for prime cattle and calves with various lots priced per hundredweight and feeders at about 3.50 to 13.00. New York copper and tin futures fade with weak spot trading while East St Louis market holds at 8.00 for spot copper and silver prices move differently.
London psychologist Dr Alfred T Schofield argues that as women gain economic power they will choose mates by unconventional methods. He notes changing standards and emancipation have altered female and male roles, predicting a future where wives possess greater rights and independence.
In a March 18 letter the Dutch premier told leaders of both houses that former Emperor William has assured the Dutch government he will avoid political activity and not engage in anything that could draw Holland into an international dispute, Central News dispatch from The Hague reports.
Influence from possible tax law changes spurs broad market strength led by steel and rail shares. Investors weigh Interstate Commerce Commission influence, potential larger railroad orders, and easing call money as industry groups project more dividends and reconstruction amid a later-year recovery.
Market activity in Liberty bonds shows fluctuating quotes as speculators observe price moves in New York. Prices for various issues are listed, including Second 4s around 40, Third 4s near 92.70, Fourth 4s about 448.06, and Victory bonds at approximately 97.60 to 97.64.
The Lump Gulch mining district twelve miles from Helena shows daily activity with old operations revived. Plans include rural free delivery, a telephone line, and electrification of the Free Coinage mine. The Eagle and River Bell campaign resumes at the 2,000 level amid improving labor, with expectations the Fagle and Blue Bell properties will remain productive as underground conditions prove favorable for a successful year.
Charles shows no public opinion on a revolt in Berlin while closely watching events. He receives many telegrams and letters daily as former Empress Zita stays in contact with Vienna, receiving visitors and improving in spirits after a period of hardship.
London dispatch from March 18 notes the Westminster Gazette says Sir Auckland Geddes will be spared a difficult function by allowing Canada to maintain a representative at Washington. The British ambassador could not always fully understand Canadian questions, the report suggests, and the decision eases that edge.
March 18 reports Carl Helen of Gale college a Norwegian Lutheran institution at Galesville Wis has been recommended to the general board of education as successor president of Spokane college. Washington local labor committees to run a nationwide campaign for the defeat of its enemies and election of its Friends will be organized March 22 by the American Federation of Labor.
In Hawaii Territory Governor McCarthy and Attorney General Irwin seek Justice Department help to amend the prohibition law so local enforcement can act. Illicit stills, often built from galvanized piping and using local fruits, have flourished under weak enforcement. The plan is to bring cases in territorial courts under federal guidance. A dry Hawaii history notes Honolulu's land on Oahu became dry soon after US entry in 1918.
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