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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1921
Page
4
A discussion on thrift stamps and war bonds contrasts American saving habits with immigrant forebears who saved abroad. It cites Russian immigrants with wealth, stresses the need to invest in U.S. securities, and notes European credit limits, calling for deeper U.S. aid to restore stability and interdependence with nations.
British Columbia’sModeration act creates a government liquor system selling at below illicit market prices. Permits required, delivery from government vans or warehouse pickup. Critics note inkling of propaganda and mixed effects on prices. The piece also touches on deportations, Einstein, Butler, and the Dempsey Carpentier fight.
The piece argues for continued government support of agriculture, praising Senate action to aid settlers on irrigation projects who owe back payments. It contrasts farmer relief with harsher penalties for nonpayment in other sectors, insisting farmers have long received priority in policy objectives.
The piece notes Europe bears heavy war tax burdens and social unrest while victors and vanquished alike struggle. America, largely unscathed, faces a shaken economy and overproduction for domestic needs as Europe lacks raw materials for reconstruction and industry.
In a London meeting the American ambassador argues that the United States seeks practical, non interventionist cooperation with Britain, rejecting League of Nations participation while affirming mutual interests. Premier Livy Gordon welcomes the alliance and stresses kinship and shared leadership for global stability.
A trustee outlines district financial strain with a $360,900 deficit for a single seat, urging retrenchment. He notes supervisors cost about $20,000 yearly and argues reducing grade teachers would hurt pupil-teacher ratios. The plan favors trimming supervisory costs to preserve staff, and promises reinstatement and assistance for any teachers laid off, with certificates explaining dispensation.
SWIFT CURRENT Saskatchewan May 18 A deal for the purchase of the Old Colony Mennonite holdings south of here by the Mennonites Land Sales corporation a Florida capitalists syndicate was nearly completed The holdings cover about 105000 acres of farm land The Florida group led by J K Logan of Jacksonville and J F Taylor of Tampa will mortgage through Regina based company with more than 4500000 dollars The terms call for a 1000000 cash payment with the balance due before July 1922 The syndicate plans to sell the land to United States settlers Some leaders say Florida Mississippi Mexico and South America are being considered for relocate 400 families about 2000 people would be involved in the migration
Washington mourns Chief Justice White as funeral plans emphasize simplicity. President Harding and family receive condolences outside the White House. A memorial service will be held at St Matthew's Church followed by interment at Oak Hill Cemetery. Succession talk centers on Taft and Secretary Hughes amid expected delay.
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