This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 20 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1920
Page
1
A brief item notes a confrontation over sugar costs involving a mother and a claimant, detailing an incident centered on price and motive without graphic detail. Authorities referenced indicate a dispute or investigation surrounding the young offender or party responsible for the act, with local reactions noted.
Experts for Standard Oil were held in Baghdad for nine months awaiting the British to grant permission to prospect. The prolonged detention delayed permits for two American representatives and stalled potential oil operations in the region.
New York on May 21 Henry P Davison of JP Morgan Co was summoned to tests before the joint legislative committee investigating profiteering. His views on economic discontent would be sought as authorities probe causes amid heavy selling in sugar futures and cotton contracts. Federal and state agents pursued profiteers while department stores demand concessions from wholesalers to cut prices.
Piedras Negras Mexico May 21 One thousand liberal revolutionary troops under Gen Tose Huerta left for Muzquiz after advices that Francisco Villa and his band aim to seize the wheat crop in that district Huertado seeks to block Villa's plans Rafael Zubaran Company departed for Chihuahua City to confer with Gen P Sliasalles The question of an ambassador to the United States and other diplomatic subjects would be handled later
Two American experts Eugene Sheffield and James Gallagher, working for Standard Oil, have been in Baghdad for nine months awaiting permits to prospect Mesopotamia oil fields. British official says no one, regardless of nationality, has been allowed to prospect due to chaos and unsettled mandates after the San Remo conference. Francis E. Powell of Anglo-American Oil cautions Britain against antagonizing American interests as U S remains the world’s chief oil market, with little actual prospecting in Mesopotamia anticipated for years.
Portland May 21 Senator Hiram W Johnson of California led the Republican presidential preference vote in the early Oregon primary returns. Leonard Wood trailed in the first counties reported, with other counties including Maltnam among those heard from.
Managers for General Leonard Wood predict he will be nominated on the fifth ballot at the national convention opening in 17 days. Wood and Lowden emerge as leading contenders among a dozen names, with Johnson and Hoover deemed unlikely after early ballots. Delegates near 600 uninstructed could swing the result, with Harding’s Marty Daugherty saying a decision may come after 3 am on the convention’s third day, possibly Friday June 11, or later in the second week depending on contest from Johns on and Mayor Thompson.
Notorious draft evader Grover C Bergdoll escaped from a military prison vicinity after being moved from Fort Jay to Philadelphia. He was with his attorney Harry Grover Bergdoll when he left Wynnefield home in a chauffeured car as guards failed to stop him.
Butte officials opened talks with the street car company and a council committee to probe the franchise and potential forfeiture. Auditor Crumline began a formal audit of company books to guide possible city takeover, with a public vote likely before action.
Miss Fran Turner of Butte tops the field at the Los Angeles golf and country club event. She posted an 8% net scratch score, defeating Edith Cheesbrough of San Francisco and Mrs. C. Ford of Claremont. Turner leads first pairings for the championship. the L A course proves long and tough for West’s top women golfers.
Helena stores announced sales cutting prices 20 to 33 percent on nearly all merchandise. One retailer said it cannot buy at lower prices and that the price cutting campaign is the only relief, signaling broad discounts across Helena May 21.
Millions of bushels of grain were dumped on the Chicago market amid panicked selling. Prices hit new lows as traders across brokerage houses demanded higher margins and Wall Street tied institutions contributed to the liquidation. Rural owners joined the rush while railroads faced expected priority shipments to relieve a potential surplus at distributing centers. The scene remained chaotic with no clear sign of reversal as trading closed.
Franklin Olier national commander says the American Legion executive committee has taken no action concerning how to raise money for beneficial legislation for former service members. The legion's clear function remains committees condemning improper proposals.
Fragmentary report notes Aller at liberty under Villa Camargo in Chihuahua near Ta Boquillas. George Miller connected to the scene and to obligations with Villa. Message says Miller will remain with Villa until obligations are fulfilled and then proceed.
The article notes former keeper Spiess, 63, faced liquor seizure. Judge K M Landis ruled against returning the liquor, stating it would take a single man 102 years to drink it and that 135 years old would be required to consume the entire amount.
Miss Stella Hyman was found guilty of murder in the first degree for poisoning Mr. Ed Law his wife and sister in Lincoln Kansas May 21. The jury deliberated about 200 minutes before returning the verdict here tonight.
The House approved a resolution repealing the state of war with Austria and Germany and sent it to the president, who is expected to veto. The tally was 228 to 129 along party lines, with 19 Democrats and Republicans split. Seven Democrats opposed the measure as the House moves toward final action after hours of debate and party maneuvering.
Final preparations for a large truck parade in Butte were completed with Roy Murray named grand marshal and John Berkin as aide. The event starts at 4:30 PM from the foot of Montana Street, with a route through downtown streets and a flyover by Inland Hmplee Airpiage. An open-air concert at the courthouse follows with speeches by District Judge Joseph Jackson and W. McC. White.
Francisco Villa says he will fight anew unless the ruling government meets his terms and excludes most past leaders. In Camp with General Villa at Bosquillas he demands a satisfactory regime before retiring. Villa travels to confer with Gen. Calles amid reports of negotiations and potential control over bullion assets for future operations.
In London May 21 Sir Edward Carson, Ulster leader, urged America to stop meddling in Ireland's affairs as Walter Long backed a dual chamber plan for North and South Ireland. Carson warned Americans to avoid electioneering to sway Irish American votes and asserted Ireland's issue remains for the United States to respect.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.