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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1925
Page
1
Montana banking official widely known dies of heart attack in Portland Oregon during a business visit. The obituary notes his long service in state finance and plans for future support of Montana schools.
Helena Oct 1 The board of examiners warned state education leaders to stay within June allotments amid a 16.2 percent enrolment rise over early 1924. College heads and Chancellor Brannon warned that expanding teachers would require about 15000 yearly beyond revised funds. Governor Erickson stood on June figures, with no extra appropriations expected. Also notes the death of First National Bank of Butte former official E. B. Weirick in Portland after heart trouble. age about 68. Weirick had recently visited Butte and Superior, Wisconsin, before traveling to Portland.
Associated Press reports Chilean President Arturo Alessandri resigned and passed powers to Interior Minister Luis Barros-Borgono. A cabinet walkout aimed at ensuring a free election set for the 24th. Colonel Carlos Ibanez, war minister and presidential candidate, refused to resign citing command of armed forces amid political chaos.
A fragmentary dispatch indicates the Spane stronghold was burned as the Tying vessel sent by Fad to the hin near the coast. Several phrases reference recent Span actions and a Spines resistance, though details remain unclear due to damaged text.
The Navy air service faces sharp criticism from its officers as the air board tests its structure. Commander John Rodgers leads a hearing on the Hawaiian PN-8 plan with continued testimony expected. debate over separate air corps and a national defense department for aviation dominates proceedings. Dwight W. Morrow, board chair, seeks navy department analysis of proposed reforms.
The Elks jubilee at the Montana and Galena streets temple in Butte opened with a huge crowd and lively entertainment. The event runs nightly through Oct 6 except Sundays, featuring Ellis' minstrels, Li Llewellyn illusions, and balloon distributions that drew thousands of children. Motion pictures recorded the bustling scene as crowds overflowed into upper floors. Tonight the Knights of Columbus take over with the Kot C. Riche troubadour and the Utub as features.
Major D C Emmons acting commander at the base says there are 15 regular combat planes and 10 junior planes in the area and all are worthless. He backs Maj Gen Patrick’s call for a unified air service and other changes, noting the local planes are unfit for acrobatics and combat.
A fragmented report notes inter parliamentary concerns over rapid armament talks. It mentions German, Swedish, French, and other groups reacting to a worldwide conference and references U.S. leaders and several state representatives amid tense diplomatic maneuvering.
On board the U. S. Camden off Block Island October 1, divers cut a hole in the hatch to reveal the engine compartment flooded with water. Marty Reinhart, a diver, reported few bubbles and water filling the space after a pencil-sized hole was opened. Motor compartment exploration planned for tomorrow if weather allows. Four men, including Lt. Edney M. Dofo n, believed swept to death from the bridge when the sub sank.
An odd classified notice invites readers to call an ad taker with numbers for Butte Anaconda and nearby areas, urging immediate contact for lost and found assistance. It presents a terse, regional message resembling an everyday classifieds plea.
Lakehurst October 1 Capt Anton Heinen, former German airship pilot, testified the Shenandoah collapse stemmed from valve changes resisted by the Kay valve system. Heinen cited crew concerns, backed by statements from a Buckley associate, and denied revealing certain names during cross examination.
An associate press report from Omaha says a one man train robbery ended with the robber shot in the head and legs while jumping from an observation car as a special officer and a private detective fired. The wounded man died soon after at a hospital. Police believe he is the same desperado involved in a prior attack on a Mignatti Pacific train and escape with a gun.
Washington officials weighed a Rift peace mediation via the United States as Senator Borah urged offering mediation. The administration warned France would object to American overtures while opponents argued Rift funds belong to its war debts. Moran and others noted mediation would be treated as domestic unrest by France and Britain.
League officials said Enright was asked to run in New York for a mayoralty ticket. The Associated Press reported the move as part of city political maneuvers ahead of the Senate race.
Washington reports a tentative French plan to fund four billion dollars of war debt, aiming to keep negotiations alive. Finance Minister Caillaux hesitates to sign a provisional accord, awaiting cabinet approval as Paris and Washington seek a final settlement and continuity of talks.
Washington reports intense speculation over Mrs Wilson and Ruffin amid romance gossip and denials. Noconfirmation given as newspapers note ongoing intrigue and public interest in the couple’s relationship.
Chief Probation Officer D J O Connor warns Butte youngsters and parents that Halloween pranks must be confined to one night. Police will take action against offenders as decorations and silent alarms disrupt neighborhoods and endanger pedestrians. Parents must cooperate to prevent further property damage and injuries.
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