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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1920
Page
10
May 25 report from Spokane notes Montana towns support for the Columbia Basin Project. Representatives from Montana Idaho and Washington attend a planned conference to discuss irrigation and water use for the project within the Rotumbleiver basin region.
Dillon May 25. County road crew plans major work on a curvey valley road to straighten the route and reduce grade hazards for heavy haulage. Civil engineer Chapman Dent joins Ralph Tattersall in overseeing the bridge and road improvements as the valley sees a safer, shorter route. Judge Joseph Smith and local residents await spring weather and a brief snow event. The new road north of town will shorten the distance by nearly three quarters of a mile and add a safe crossing near Herman’s, replacing the long dangerous crossing on the Oregon Short Line.
Diedtman, a May Helena man among several convicted during World War I on sedition charges, is released from custody after Judge Ward dismisses the case on motion. The decision cites that a reversal by the Montana Supreme Court would render a second trial futile.
Havre was chosen as the site for the 1921 Knights of Columbus session with Joseph McMahon Miles City named state deputy and Carl K. E. Herfurth Helena elected state secretary. Officers reappointed included P. M. Halloran Anaconda as state treasurer HM L Wolter Malta as state warden and D J O'Neil Livingston as state advocate. Delegates to the national convention were named with alternates listed, and resolutions pledged opposition to any moves to overthrow the government by force.
In Deer Lodge on May 25 Edward Salle fury received six months in state prison after an information charged him with Tobbers. Wittlan Runkle got two and a half years for forgers. Col. Thomas McTague and several locals visited town. Avon residents attended the water right suit. The woman’s auxiliary of the American Legion planned a library meeting Friday evening. In Helena a Canadian American commission prepared for hearings. A Seattle incendiary fire was blamed for the Line Ravel disaster with offices damaged and ten fee-related losses noted.
London notes debate on Palestine as Zionists push for a Jewish national home. Arabs reject a Jewish state and Jerusalem's status, while Emir Abul proclaims a united Palestine. Britain’s Balfour declaration remains undefined, hinting at a protectorate rather than a robust Jewish commonwealth.
Silvert on Col Prediction 15 says Colorado may rival Pacific Coast belt in platinum production after discovery of platinum in gold ore near here. An analysis of a sixty one ounce gold retort shows ten percent platinum content, the first platinum ever detected in Colorado gold or silver ore.
Anaconda Rotary discusses supporting the Scout movement with a $200 monthly executive and a drive to secure 100 percent membership. Morrow Jackson Coy Toswre Machine and others pledge earnest effort while Californians admire the camp ground. Trail fund balance of $260 to be turned over to the Automobile and Good Roads section. New board nominations proceed as nearly all members are nominated for the next term.
Authorities continue inquiry into the death of Myrtle Finderen of Fargo after an early Sunday auto accident. The case, reviewed at the request of the victim's father, follows preliminary reports and local statements from Cl fount officials.
Joseph Malay allegedly shot a man then fled to his sister in law Viol Vinchadel's home before fatally attacking her. Police cite temporary insanity as a possible explanation. In other notes Arthur Strompe and Thoreon Solsberg, both single, died in a 200 foot fall near Paulina Town. An American Legion Dance is set for May 28 at Washoe Park in Deer Lodge County with tickets at $1.00.
Local interest at the Pantages program centers on Mrs. Guy Voyer of the city and her stage name Marion in the production Ti a pleasing tale of a country girl choosing between two suitors. The act features nine musical numbers and a picturesque farm heart setting. The Great Walls Tribune lauds Harry Van Vossen as a top monologist with a clean turn, while the Melvin brothers perform dramatic dives. Diana Honnar sings, Willard Jarvis company closes with Footlight Move. Lower California report notes provisional governor Santiago in Baja California.
M. P Mahoney Funeral Director and Embalmer located at 113 Main Street offers funeral services and embalming. Phone number provided as 29.
Cohan a graduate of the class of 101 at present editor of Miner. Minn. spoke impromptu to city pupils during a brief visit. He urged diligent study and high school education as foundations for character and citizenship and offered future assistance as they leave school.
The message notes a funeral proceeding from the undertaking rooms at 16t5 to Maries Episcopal church where Iden will be conducted by the Mev Chapman at o clock. Intern will be in Mill cemetery.
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