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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Oct 28, 1921
Page
2
The House debated Blanton facing expulsion after a contentious undelivered speech. Republicans pressed to remove him citing obscene language while Democrats, led by Garrett, sought a censuring substitute. Vote results: 283 ayes, 0 no, 26 present.
Democratic senators Morrison of Mississippi Watson of Georgia Heflin of Alabama McKellar of Tennessee attacked the presidents call for social and political equality. They rejected the idea of equal opportunity and warned against federal action toward equality.
A dated notice from authorities requires all houses and dance halls to close by midnight. Reports mention complaints involving alcohol and intoxication, with sheriffs preparing to enforce closures and ensure order at the Helena road venues.
President Harding writes a tribute to Theodore Roosevelt on the flyleaf of Roosevelt’s Winning of the West. The autographed book, owned by G H Smith, was sent in the presidential private car to Atlanta. Harding’s note, dated October 7, 1921, adds his regard for the greatest American of his time.
Five knots were exchanged as robbers in Idaho fled after hitting the First State Bank. Reported exchanges occurred near Mariel with the suspects escaping into the hills. Local authorities pursued the pair through the area and urged residents to stay indoors.
Union leaders announced the walkout was canceled after the labor board tied any wage cut petitions to settled rules and working conditions. Key figures including Ben Hooper and Walter McMenimen praised the decision as preventing a crisis that could have devastated the nation and aided the ongoing world peace conference.
Union leaders meet through the day after hearings as the labor board demands immediate, decisive action by tomorrow or face unilateral measures. Key figures include William Burke and Peter Kilduff appealing for deferment, with Hooper signaling firm consequences. A photographer is assaulted amid tense proceedings. Onlookers and union chiefs debate next steps while the broader strike context looms large.
Los Angeles October 27 The district attorney offered immunity in exchange for testimony against Arthur C. Burch in the murder case of J Belton Kennedy involving Mrs Madalynne C Obenchain. Ebstein, her Chicago attorney, said she refused to discuss the offer through her former husband. Woolwine declined to discuss immunity until Mrs Obenchain spoke, and Ebstein arrived to head the defense in Los Angeles.
Disjointed notes show the county board weighing a Clark appeal while debating a large budget addition. A key disagreement over taxation and funding surfaced as officials voted to withhold action until next week.
Brittania Beach British Columbia recounts the rescue of miners entombed after a rock collapse. Frances Patenaude and Lt Craig escaped death as water trickle and limited rations sustained them until rescue a week later. They were taken to a hospital in fair condition.
Senator Harmon, a Gallatin valley farmer, will address farmers in Glasgow October 81, Ni on November 1, Malta on November 3, and Dodson on November 4. Extension Director F. B. Cooley announced the Montana Extension Service will have Harmon discuss summer tillage recommendations.
County Attorney Fowler reports rapid developments in the murder investigation. Footprints and shell casings are found near the road where the priest's body lay. A guard is posted at Bishop Lawler's residence while a fingerprint expert is engaged to pursue trails on the car. Funeral plans call for a solemn requiem and burial in Dubuque with Knights of Columbus guard. John Heffron and E. W. Ficke assist in the inquiry as Mrs Bertolero and boarders are questioned over alleged weapons found in Andrew Orlando’s room.
report describes a constitutional deadlock with possible military rule as a British gunboat will await ambassadors in Galatz for Charles and Empress Zita. A former monarch faces heavy debts, with ongoing propaganda spending and pawned Hapsburg jewels. three archduchesses say they are nearly penniless at Hertenstein.
The Spokane Review reports golfer Novak makes a remarkable score at Spokane Country Club on Sunday. He ties and then breaks the course record with a stretch near the green and a late tee shot. Former record holder Bob Johnson now a professional held the 30 stroke mark.
A bout at the city rings featured Francisco Bell saving Asher in three rounds. Referee Roche oversaw the match as To wys McArthur of Sioux City delivered a decisive victory in the 120 pound bantam fight, with the champion delivering strong rounds and the referee noting the effort.
Minneapolis reports a Chicago wrestler defeated Henry from Minneapolis in straight falls tonight in Minneapolis. The match outcome and city notes highlight ongoing wrestling events with local athletes competing across venues.
Dublin reports say Sinn Fein delegates press to reopen the home rule act while Ulster parliament struggles with limited powers and funding. Lloyd George faces pressure from unionists to let Ulster function, risk with Sinn Fein if he yields. De Valera calls for free expression as two thousand delegates meet in two-year Sinn Fein convention.
London report says a small committee is seeking a formula to bridge talks between negotiating parties. Lloyd George convened an unexpected meeting with Lord Birkenhead and Austin Chamberlain present. Ulster dominates the discussion as talks proceed ahead of Commons debate.
In Washington the Senate committee rejected three amendments seeking a tax on undistributed corporate profits. One proposal was defeated without a full call. A measure by Senator Mekellar would have let the treasury secretary convert $11,000,000,000 in debits into long term bonds. The panel left the section unresolved for now awaiting Walsh’s alternative proposal for a 2 percent tax on corporations.
The board of equalization instructed the Silver Bow county board to place on the county assessment books 137,908 as a taxable royalty from the Elm Orlu mine. The amount is assessed against Clark Montana Realty Co of Butte and W A Clark Jr. for 15 percent royalty from ores mined and smelted. WILL STUDY SUGAR MAKING. By Associated Press. Bozeman Oct. Cobletzh of Montana State College chemistry depart left tonight for Billings with four seniors in chemical engineering to study refining at Great Western sugar beet factory. The students are Jesse Holderby Richard Dean Harold Donohue and Emmet Mathews. Married M Benham Yes but fat is the best sys Benham Well Ive got a fat chance of laughing Wayside Tales
The Rev. Arthur B. Belknap, a priest associated with Mount St. Charles College in Dubuque and Immaculate Conception church in Butte, was a respected clergyman. He was educated by relatives, connected with several parishes, and noted as a beloved figure among local clergy.
Twenty eight students in a special citizenship course at the YMCA passed the educational examinations required for citizenship. Tonight they join seventy eight other applicants for examination by United States Naturalization Examiner Puxley. Certificates earned will exempt them from retaking the educational tests.
The body of Mrs Annie Alice Peck who died in Beattie Oct 36 arrived in Butte by rail. She was born in Butte and lived here most of her life. Survived by husband Francis A Peck mining circles. four sisters, two brothers, and other relatives. Remains at Sherman & Reed. funeral arrangements pending.
The Butte Woman's Christian Temperance Union will hold an important business meeting at the YMCA this afternoon at 2:30. The public is cordially invited to attend.
Dr Howard of Bozeman departs to Spokane to assume duties as physician. He is accompanied by his wife and two children, as the parents remain in Bozeman during his assignment.
In St. Louis on October 27, authorities disclose a precautionary measure to preempt a looming labor disruption. The move signals heightened readiness as negotiations continue and no immediate details on sectors or parties are released.
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