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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1921
Page
4
A Tuesday morning dustup in the senate centers on an emergency tariff bill and a surprise course of action likely to provoke a strong reaction from supporters and opponents alike. Senators face a busy agenda as they navigate the foreign policy debate and domestic tariff measures amid heightened tensions.
A Treasury report shows 71,171 temporary Liberty bonds worth 152.7 million dollars remain with holders who have not exchanged for permanent bonds, delaying interest payments and money circulation. The piece urges immediate exchange and notes an electric roll call proposal by Rep. Lehlbach to speed voting in Congress.
A New York press column reports protests from irate lawmakers as President Harding is accused of deepening U S participation in European affairs. Officials deny decisive action while indicating ongoing involvement via unofficial observers and representatives. The rift with Congress grows sharper amid expectations of aloofness from European entanglements.
Government expanded its reach into private contracts and pricing during wartime. A New York renter fights a spike in office rents from 1,080 to 2,000 yearly, offering 1,200 this year while defying eviction. Senators consider curb legislation as rent burdens grip major cities and taxpayers bear the taxation load.
Beginning early, Will Hays remains on the job as chairman of the Republican National Committee awaiting his successor. He warns Republicans that Harding should not lead with a Senate majority against him, notes current GOP gains in several states, and recalls past Senate dynamics while mocking political distractions and Bergdoll gold jokes.
President Harding spoke at a New York dinner praising national unity, equal opportunity, and the blend of ethnic origins in America. He urged cooperation between government and industry, support for agriculture, and reforms to stabilize postwar reconstruction while stressing readiness to face future challenges.
The Montana supreme court affirmed the judgment for D. Babchett as administrator in a case involving the Butte Copper company and E. J. Murphy. The court held the jury’s role is to prevail rather than permit post verdict ministerial corrections. The ruling orders reinstate the original verdict for Annie Currey against Butte Electric Railway. Oswald Lehman, appealing in a Fergus county suit over Royal Dixie mine ownership, won in the state supreme court.
Helena May 23 The Montana Supreme Court rules the city of Butte owns the Kaw Avenue extension where Main street meets it after 20 years of street use. Frank J claimants had sued since 1913, lost in district court and on appeal. decision in favor of the city upheld. Attorneys Roter Way Utter and R. Linton represented the city.
Special Dispatch to the Standard from Missoula reports the Bonita clubhouse at Quigley, a longtime game season resort for Butte sportsmen, was totally destroyed by fire early today. W. M. Reese and family, residents from Butte who leased the house, escaped but lost all belongings.
The Associated Press dispatch from Washington reports that a Senate battle over the 495 million naval appropriation bill ended with the failure to reach the Alameda coast base at Pa Gitte and a plan to cut naval spending. The debate moved to a new vote tomorrow, as reductions in enlisted personnel were pushed. The fragment also notes other items including Mooney’s plea for investigation, a bank meeting in Lewistown, bail discharge for Major Cronkhite case, a boxing draw in Great Falls, and bandit actions in Constantinople, with various officials noted.
Prof C H Clapp pre sident elect of the state university spoke to Butte scoutmasters on guiding boys toward vocational planning. He urged studying the Scout guide book, self analysis, and helping youths choose and pursue a vocation while Ben Owen demonstrated games and J A Donovan discussed Camping in Comfort guiding campers with minimal effort for maximum comfort.
In Charol open court, two jury trials proceed with verdicts sought. A case by Mary Boyles against Peuvenes Haddox ends with full claim, while William Woney sues Mr. Dryden over alleged wages. A late-night adjournment paused proceedings as witnesses testified. Na Brith leader Solie Cohen arrives in Butte to lecture at Carpenter's Union hall and invites public attendance.
The Supreme Court dismissed the state's appeal in the Brady case. Andrew Brady, ex police officer, was tried for the December 9, 1919 murder of Sylvester J. Prewatt at 1701 B Street. Brady had supplied information leading to a liquor raid that ended in deaths. the trial judge had directed a verdict of dismissal.
James B Higgins former administrator and co executor faced a court ordered audit. He must file within 20 days a final account showing balances for Arthur Mueller and Kathryn Mueller estates totaling about 49 968 02. Referee Joseph Binnard findings and subsequent judge modifications review fees, rents, bonds, and losses including mismanagement allegations.
Local hotel arrivals list guests in multiple Montana cities including Missoula Helena Butte Great Falls Havre and Billings with names such as Joan Franke Ruth Smith and J. Michell. The article notes Idona Gilliam filed for divorce from William E. Gilliam alleging neglect after their 1918 marriage in Soulder and requests restoration of her maiden name Idona Vance.
The astrology column warns that Jupiter Uranus and Venus are adverse while Neptune remains helpful imaging a day of restricted speculative business. It predicts public concern over trade, possible reforms in marriage laws and a push toward stricter standards.
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