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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1923
Page
4
A historical account describes beggars including infants feigning distress to elicit alms. It condemns cruel street gimmicks, urges public to avoid direct handouts, and directs concern toward proper agencies and Salvation Army officers for legitimate relief efforts.
A Chicago trial recounts dramatic testimony about Ethel Vinhides death. Doctors note a dying admission of who shot her while police describe the scene. The jury panel forms, with jurors Bill Gillie and others examined, some excused, as opening arguments proceed and the state outlines the defendant’s alleged tale.
The Dearborn Strategists report Ford movement expanding with about 250 Ford for President clubs mainly in Michigan Illinois Kansas and Nebraska. A conference of the American Economic League in Omaha plans to build Ford sentiment and propagate his cause while Democratic party leaders weigh whether to counter with a bold move or a third party. Senator Pat Harrison says Ford could sweep the South except Alabama if he joins the Democratic primaries.
The piece notes Canada pressing for tariff relief under 1922 authority, proposing a 50 percent duty cut on key products to trigger Canadian concessions. It contrasts U.S. farmer fears with industry hope, framing President Harding as central to a widening cross border market.
A column alleges widespread border crossings with tens of thousands entering without head taxes and notes labor needs in Michigan beet and cane sugar sectors. It cites calls for selective immigration, critiques current restrictions, and mentions broader European and Asian influx concerns.
By K. P. Lomas, the special venire set a new standard as only one examined opposed capital punishment and only one had a disqualifying opinion. The court discharged the venire and thanked them for their willingness to serve.
Mrs. Mary Brogan escorted by H. P. Brogan and the Misses Margaret and Rose Brogan arrived from Hall to spend the week in Butte visiting friends and shopping. Helena residents Mrs. M. S. Gunn and Miss M. Gunn are guests at the Leggat. Mrs. Theodore Brantly and Miss L. B. Brantly, also from Helena, are guests at the Leggat for a few days.
A city canvass urges residents to raise 36400 more for a paved road. Officials plan to target every un-stickered downtown car, hoping to finish the campaign within the week. Road agents should report to headquarters after 11 AM for subscription lists up to Wednesday evening.
London reports that over 14 million medals have been awarded to men and women who served in the Great War. The ribbon length would reach 1,800 miles, with 260,000 1914 stars, 145,000 clasps, 1,780,000 1914-15 stars, 4,700,000 British war medals, and 2,450,000 victory medals. Large quantities were sent to Canada and the dominions for soldiers and nurses.
Mrs A Dunn and daughter Kathleen visited Butte. G W Hanks and family moved to their ranch for summer. Mrs Victor Hendrickson recovering at home after surgery. M F Hayes and W A Harpole drove to Butte. Mr and Mrs P J Siefert traveled to Missoula due to grandfather P J Rainville’s death. Mrs William Wallace of Jens visited for business. Ted Johnson family to visit relatives in Pocatello Idaho. Mrs P L Kirwan improving after major operation in Butte. C H Kilden left for Spokane and Okanogan for business. Public school playgrounds see nightly use by children. Four tennis courts active. gym and playground open all summer under Miss Alpha Pierson. Festival of Happy Days Friday night at Rialto to support playgrounds.
The Butte Y M C A summer program starts Monday and runs to August 31, offering gym work with baseball hikes tennis and other sports. A special swimming campaign June 5 to 15 invites all members to participate with classes for beginners swimmers divers and life savers.
Fishing in the lower Madison dam holds exceptional promise for the season opener on May 29. J. Chauvin reports from Jake Harris of the Harris Inn at Madison Lake. A party including Mr. Chauvin Carl Brown Dr. Hermann and S Sullivan plans to depart for the resort next Monday.
Father Barry parked in front of the confectionery while dining at Gamer's last evening when thieves stole his car. He found it later on North Excelsior street heading toward Walkerville. police and sheriff searched the area but could not recover the vehicle.
Salt Lake City Utah report says Chief Old Posey last of the Allen Canyon Piutes is dead from wounds after clashes with white possemen. Officials expect no further Indian troubles as his death leaves renegades without a general.
The American Chamber of Commerce organized relief for captives and the United States pledged 2500 in gold for food and supplies. Seven Marine Corps tents were sent, with Americans providing all current foreign supplies.
The survivor succumbed to fever after recounting the Curly Crow massacre. Captain Baker, aboard the steamer, acted as military escort and helped Ky communicate the disaster with signs and paper. Muggins Taylor later confirmed the battlefield events near the 15 mile distance on July 28.
Vocational students and former soldiers at the University of Montana averaged three tenths of 1 percent higher in their studies than regular students last semester, according to university records. Some vocational students had been out of school for 10 to 20 years.
Verner Alexanderson six year old son of Dr B F V Alexander and Mrs Alexanderson of Schenectady N Y was kidnaped from home and found near Watertown N Y He was also hurt.
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