26 Nov 1919
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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Nov 26, 1919
Page
1
Allies must act decisively in the Adriatic to avert a new rupture in European peace. Diplomatic moves loom as tensions rise over strategic shifts and balancing power in the region.
Twelve Yugoslavs are held hostage by Italian forces in Dalmatia amid rising alarm over D Annunzio raids. Belgrade papers urge Allied intervention as Zara faces terror reports. U S and British officials monitor the Adriatic crisis with Admiral Andrews directing American ships off Dalmatian coasts.
Canton Ohio November 25 Mayor Charles E Poorman was permanently removed by Governor Cox after a formal hearing. Acting Mayor Henry A Scrantz becomes mayor and will serve until January 1 when Henry Ritter, mayor elect, takes over.
An Associated Press report from Athens says plotters arrested after a conspiracy to murder Premier Venizelos, overthrow the regime, and restore King Constantine have confessed. They are said to be former officers under Constantine and will be tried by courts-martial. Opposition leaders reportedly urged cooperation with the government. the public remains calm.
Special Dispatch to the Standard reports Senator Jones of Washington, as commerce committee chair, will lead the water power bill in the Senate early next session. He aims to win majority support after the railroad bill, guided by compromises on three key amendments. The plan limits the water power commission and sets fair charges for government lands and dam use, with gradual license terms if no new arrangement is made.
Washington observers think Former Secretary McAdoo is laying groundwork for a presidential bid while attempting to blunt Attorney General Palmer, a leading Democratic hopeful. The dispute centers on coal strike actions and the rivals’ strained relations as coverage continues on page 14.
A 30 member South Side committee presented a petition signed by more than 300 property holders asking for a South Side high school. They argued it would be economical and morally valuable, noting current hours keep students away from meals and supervision. The board sent the proposal to the educational committee and granted permission for a women’s committee to use the high school auditorium for Miss Jeannette Rankin’s talk on Zurich.
Berlin notes Clemenceau refuses to deviate from peace treaty terms for German prisoners employed in rebuilding Northern France. The note cites Germany’s warship sinkings at Scapa Flow, delayed armistice terms, Baltic policy, and anti entente propaganda, asserting Germany owes only fulfillment of the treaty.
Washington November 25 Cabinet deadlocked on a wage increase in the bituminous coal inquiry after a six hour session. A follow up meeting with Fuel Administrator Garfield is planned to seek a compromise on the wage scale. Garfield and Wilson clashed over how to apply the cost of living increase to wages as miners and operators push for a productive coal supply.
The nation faces a severe coal shortage with under 40 percent of normal bituminous output. In Butte, 12 more carloads arrived bringing total to 40 of 60 promised, with six more days of supply left amid frigid weather. Officials warn of possible energy strain and urge careful distribution while awaiting further relief.
Gen Felipe Angeles and two companions were found guilty by a Chihuahua City court martial and sentenced to be shot at noon. An appeal for habeas corpus stalled the execution, with Carranza and the Mexican supreme court as potential clemency avenues. Angeles praised the United States and President Wilson during the trial, while awaiting further review.
Ashington reports Surgeon General Ireland analysis of American casualties in France shows gas caused 27.3 percent of total injuries with 1.87 percent deaths. Despite 74,779 enemy gas casualties, the report claims gas is one of the most humane weapons, offering higher recovery chances than other causes.
Condemned to die, his parting message to his countrymen is praise of the United States and its people. Angeles speaks plainly to the court, asserting faith and loyalty as he faces execution.
Three judges of the United States district court may sit to hear a case by Montana merchants against the Montana trade commission for a temporary injunction blocking enforcement of the commission law. Judge George M. Bourquin said the panel could include three judges if a constitutional challenge is involved, with one judge presiding for a hearing on constitutionality or a menacing injunction.
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