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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1921
Page
4
The Anaconda Standard outlines a civil service maneuver by Republicans to fill positions, arguing it undermines the service's purpose. The piece labels the tactic as a clever rule-based gimmick and discusses potential political impact.
Franklin Lane, a prominent American statesman, journalist, and former interior secretary, dies after a long career marked by progressive governance and strong anti corruption stances. The article traces his rise from reporter to editor to governor candidate and senator, his federal service under Roosevelt and Wilson, and notes civil service debates and postmaster controversies surrounding late career reforms.
Highway officials from all states urge Congress to authorize transferring surplus War Department road-building machinery to the states at no charge. Auctions yielded shockingly low prices for trucks motorcycles and road equipment, prompting calls for federal-to-state handover to save taxpayers money.
A Denver obituary reveals the 1872 clash as Lord Dunraven sought a grand Estes Park estate. Mrs. John L. Munford defied him with a shotgun, ranching and fortifications drawing settlers, ending the venture and hindering foreign peers. Prohibition and cross-border whiskey trade are noted with wry critique.
The testimony details a whiskey robbery plot against the Chappell home in April 1919. Kelly describes meetings with Bilboa Bacon Tibbon Miller and Krause, arranging badges twine and entry, with guilt over stealing Miss Howard's liquor and plans for Bacon's truck pickup. Witnesses test provide motive and confirm liquor distribution and arrest.
A five member park commission to oversee park improvements and a 50000 dollar park fund was appointed by Mayor Cocking. Four appointees Evans Woodward Potter Gow given two year terms, Heslet to be decided next meeting. Others confirmed include Steen poundmaster and McKinnon storekeeper. Market stalls owners urge continued market. resignation of sanitary inspector Steen accepted.
Peter Standard pleaded guilty to disturbing in an altercation with county jailer Keough. Before Justice Henried yesterday, he was fined 50 dollars and sentenced to 10 days in jail.
The Senate cut 1,000,000 from the 500,000,000 naval appropriation bill after a party mix vote 38 to 31. Republicans and Democrats teamed to reduce funds for transportation and recruiting to 2,500,000 while preserving the Navy yards and docks increase to 9,000,000 following support for a disarmament conference Borah amendment. Charleston dry dock project suspended until July 1, 1921, by 40 votes.
Funeral services for Patrick Conlon will be held at 3:15 at the home of R. Ee. Thomas 309 West Granite then move to St. Patrick's church for a solemn high mass at 2:30 conducted by Rev Father Venus. The Thomas home hosts hundreds of mourners as pioneers and friends honor a beloved Montanan. Burial follows at the family plot in the old Catholic cemetery.
A powder plant of United States Flash es a Powder company at Carrcroft near Wilmington Delaware was wiped out in a morning blaze after an explosion of unknown origin. The blast shook the countryside. loss is estimated at about 50000 dollars, per Ernest du Pont president. Two women nearby escaped. Four buildings of flimsy construction were destroyed.
The speech recounts T declining the school board’s offer to become superintendent, citing irreconcilable policy differences with the board and former Superintendent Maddock. It notes dissatisfactions over dismissals, school closures, and policy conflicts as influencing the decision and mentions staff changes and janitorial transfers tied to Clark Wood’s authority.
A fragmented recitation recalls Supreme Court Chief Justice succession, with references to anti option law debates, Cleveland era nominations, and a late nineteenth century push by Taft era factions. The piece notes pivotal appointments and a challenge to norms regarding the elevation from associate justice to chief, alongside sparse biographical hints.
AP reports 62 killed and over 200 wounded as Italian parliamentary elections unfold. Disorder spikes in Milan with royal guard casualties. Early results show faction gains with Socialist and Catholic blocs prominent. other parties hold smaller shares. Meanwhile unrelated items note peonage indictment in Pensacola and a Detroit News item about station bandits.
A meeting Friday night will decide if the Conda High graduating class dance will be held under the alumni association. The event has been a yearly crowning affair but concerns over alumni interest and community finances are voiced. Officers and committees will present reports and a new slate of officers for the year may be elected.
Anglers offering a fishing contest for the largest native trout caught and registered with the Anaonda Anglers club in June. A prize a fine fish pole donated by Duval Hardware will be awarded. Streams and lakes designated for the oils contest include Warm Springs Lost Dutchman Willow German Milly Marshe Squaw Fishtrap California Deer Race Track Dempsey Foster and Rock forks Trout Track Lake storms Dempsey Race Track Dora Thorne Pinter Twin Poxega Mussigbrod Thornton and Silver. Entries must be weighed at the Duval store and accompanied by the affidavit of $1 Stoddard secretary of the Anglers club. Another contest opens in July with details to be announced.
Charles F. Avery an Anaconda attorney will deliver the Memorial Day address. A committee of patriotic city organizations announced the program. Rev. Arthur F. Whittle will offer the benediction and Ira Grose will read Gettysburg. John Marchion of the Grand Army of the Republic will marshal the procession, forming on Main Street for a 9:30 a.m. march to the cemetery.
Heavy rain last night caused a short circuit that burned a transformer box near the B. A. & I. roundhouse and injured a motor on the track. The flare drew attention but the damage was fixed quickly and service was not delayed. Farmers in Deer Lodge valley welcome the rainfall.
Fourteen dead dogs and five dead cats were removed from Anaconda streets by scavengers after reports yesterday. The cause is not stated, but poisoning is suspected for some cases. City officials plan further cleanup as residents protect gardens and flower beds, with unclaimed animals disposed of by the city.
The body of Michael Bracken, a conda soldier who died in France, arrived in the city at 11 30 pm. Funeral services will be held later under the American Legion auspices as they plan to honor the dead comrade. The body left Jersey City Sunday with guard. Gas bombs are used by Chicago police against bandits sheltering in houses, driving them out.
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