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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1922
Page
4
The article argues the government cannot enforce many regulations that annoy a large portion of the public and that enforcing laws consumes a huge share of government costs. It cites statistics showing the impracticality and expense of hard-to-enforce rules.
Two statements frame a path toward Russia’s revival. Lloyd George cites 90 percent of seized property to be returned in kind, while Secretary Hughes signals recognition may come with a competent, internationally obliged government. Powers seek Russia’s vast market as a practical aid to global recovery.
Prohibition leaders urge Congress to fund a naval and aerial prohibition fleet with ten million dollars as a starter. They call for submarine chasers and destroyers to pursue rum runners from Cuba Jamaica and other West Indian sources. They warn that current enforcement is insufficient and widespread violations persist.
Telegraphed report notes Idaho wool clip at 30 cents a pound, doubling last year, with May corn above 60 cents and May wheat at 1.40. Fat lambs fetch twice fall prices while cattle and hogs rise. farmers expect better prices and broader prosperity as new wealth boosts circulation and industry.
The New York World denounces lawlessness in New York State citing a thwarted plan to rob a New York Central freight train by forty bandits with six cars and a truck. It notes a spate of crimes including 57 homicides and 99 holdups in three months.
The mayor declares necessary fiscal reductions in Butte to avoid deficits. He cites a nearly two million dollar debt, annual interest of about 120000, and a 50 000 sinking fund, urging a special tax to fund bonds. He calls for wage scale reforms for miners and firemen, audit of treasurer books, and redistricting to equalize representation while appointing new council committees.
A sprawling pursuit unfolds as Ziz and Georges-Claude navigate love and betrayal. Ludovic vies for the Saint-Cast fortune while captured heirs Mite and Tine struggle in Siberia. A perilous plane chase ends with a crash in Brittany and a tense Paris hotel confrontation.
The dialogue outlines U.S. aims for Russia’s political recognition after establishing a sound economic basis. It emphasizes non interference, urges internal reform, and notes no legal trade obstacles aside from Russia’s own condition.
Delegates discussed Russia’s handling of foreign debt and travel rights, rejecting a London report that would force consular ratification in criminal cases involving foreign citizens. They warn such steps violate sovereignty and oppose special protection for foreign workers. The group aims to restore freedom of movement and fair justice.
State highway commission will issue bids for the Torbiay to complete the Butte Anaconda road after receiving official notice from Silver How county that the Milwaukee road will handle its rail crossing portion and that right of way is secured. The notification is formal and plans will be sent to the highway office to avoid delays in starting work.
Mrs Maude Perkins national secretary of the Young People’s branch and Mrs P W Haynes Montana corresponding secretary will address in Butte tomorrow. A large turnout is expected from Anaconda and Deer Lodge unions with many members in attendance.
The April report shows receipts of taxes 1672.62 licenses 438.75 fees 2038.30 other sources 11209.70. Money on hand May 1 includes general fund 28081.21 contingent 11388.16 poor 2162.91 road 10568.18 bridge 5308.37 widows pension 5758.40. April payments totaled general fund 43599.05 contingent 16097.2 poor 1267.45 road 2390.00 bridge 249.75 widows pension The net totals reflect distributions across funds and closing balances.
Luke D Garvin Jr of Butte now a second year student at the University of Montana passed the star pharmacy examination held at Helen last month. He is active in Phi Delta Theta and Kappa Phi medical fraternity, serves as chemistry assistant, leads the Bear Paw club and won the first year Scholarship prize from the state board of pharmacy.
The Montana Society of Engineers will hold its fourth meeting at the Courthouse. B S Larsson of Anaconda will discuss The New Sulphuric Act Plant at Amconda and Ast Koenig will present Some Examples of Rhythmic Precipitation. The talk touches on government competence to discharge obligations and aid to Russia's recovery.
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