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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1926
Page
1
In Maine primary returns Watkins trails Honey by 500 in a tight Democratic contest for the U S Senate. The Portland report notes Watkins pressing Honey as the race narrows amid statewide voting and continued attention to party slates and endorsements.
In Chicago May 22 the Chicago Herald reports it will petition to place a prohibition referendum on the November ballot under a state policy act. The item notes other states including Connecticut and Pennsylvania have discussion or declarations supporting referendums on prohibition. Continued on page 18.
Chicago report details a case where a murderer named Scott, awaiting trial before Judge William Brothers, faces execution again after a prior reprieve. The court rule allows reimposition of the death sentence if enmity remains, with defense attorneys preparing procedures for Tuesday.
Los Angeles May 22 Captain of Police Detectives Herman Cline announced beach patrols would begin Monday along the Santa Monica coast in case the body of Aimee Semple McPherson surfaces. Santa Monica authorities remained uncertain, continuing search of sparsely settled hills northeast of the city for the evangelist who disappeared after a bathing incident.
Police pursue leads after the killer of a Chicago woman, Miss Kavanaugh, is found near the city outskirts. The ongoing investigation continues across pages with details in column 13.
County and city road work scramble as spring accelerates demands on Harrison avenue pavement project. Residents on Harrison avenue bonded $86,000 for a new pay, while officials promise a highway stretch from Holmes avenue to the Five Mile.
British Premier issues a notice to miners and operators ordering support for the government peace move. He warns of consequences if the labor action persists and signals a government crackdown to restore order. The stance heightens tensions amid industrial unrest.
London May 22 The premier via his secretary rebukes miners and mine owners for stalling any settlement. He signals the government may abandon the commission recommendations and unveils a plan including a 3 million pound subsidy. He stays open to practical proposals from either side to resolve the dispute as month end approaches. Wales hunger report notes 250000 miners and families face hardship with pay halted since May 1.
Reported items suggest a headline tension as Fritz Kriesler, an Austrian artillery officer in World War I, is honored by France with the Legion of Honor amid controversy. London commentary hints at claims that America won the war alone and degrades sacred memories.
Washington May 2 Friends of farm relief legislation renew efforts as House defeat of stabilization measure leaves hope for a war aid pivot. Senators press for quicker action and renewed votes as party lines shape the farm policy fight in Congress.
Washington reports a treasury surplus of over 20 million dollars for the year ending June 30, due to higher revenue from April despite tax cuts. April receipts reach 112.89 million with miscellaneous taxes contributing 58.14 million, while total internal revenue for ten months rises to 2.2257 billion, up 190.2 million from last year.
Helena report shows an average of 1,665 workers receiving monthly pay, totaling 204 565.61 dollars last month. State institutions and departments maintain revolving funds paying additional wages beyond base salaries, with total compensation exceeding 200 000 dollars. The State Board of Examiners approves changes in payrolls as required by law.
In Urwintown on May 12 Faye Callahan a 9 year old daughter of Foreman C J Callahan Milwaukee road was fatally injured near Coffee Creek when a passenger train struck her as she crossed the track with her mother. The child died within an hour after the wheels cut off her right foot and caused other injuries. About 26 witnesses attended the accident and an inquest absolved the engineer and crew of blame. Funeral arrangements set for Sunday.
Mrs Albina St George testifies whiskey locked up before prohibition was destroyed without warrant. Four state prohibition officers named in felony warrants for malicious injury and destruction of property in Silver Bow county. Warrants seek arrests of Officers Sorenson Stoddard and an operator on South Wyoming street and others, with claims of seizing liquor at Montreal boarding house on South Main and damaging a mirror. Witnesses allege officers took liquor and left with beer and whiskey to a local hotel.
New York May 22 Salvaton Army leader remains critically ill at home near White Flame after days of poor health. Physicians report her condition worsened by complications making an appendectomy too risky, she has been under close care for months.
The Seattle Times reports a grand jury probe into a Canada and Eastern US conspiracy involving a Navy Coast Guard and state police officers. Indictments name several men including a lieutenant and four others linked to the alleged escape and illicit operations.
Bubbling Over winner of the Kentucky Derby may appear at the Montana State fair this fall under a plan by the state fair board. Colonel E R Bradley owner of Bubbling Over and Late Hour stock farm will be asked to send Bubbling Over and Second place finisher Bagenbaggase to Montana. The plan aims to revive horse racing at the state fair and attract riders from across the region. The secretary, after meetings in Butte with Powell and Missoula county fair officials, set dates Sept 6 onward with Powell following, and Western Montana fair at Missoula the following week. Horse racing is to be a key feature amid broad county agricultural exhibits believed to mark a record state fair in Helena.
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