23 Sep 1924
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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Sep 23, 1924
Page
1
The twenty second annual Montana state fair opens tomorrow at noon for five days of exhibits and entertainment. Officials say grounds are ready with agriculture horticulture livestock and poultry shows in place and acclaimed acts lined up. Weather is favorable and attendance is expected to set records.
Spain's wealthiest woman marries Europe's richest man in a high profile ceremony reported by the press. The union links two prominent European fortunes, drawing attention to the couple and their expansive holdings across the continent.
New Orleans agents seized thousands of cases of liquor at Mandeville and Bayou Lacombe and unearthed a vast conspiracy to ship liquor by carloads to southern and midwestern cities. Ernest Prieto, wealthy sportsman and Saint Tammany Parish Law and Order League leader, was arrested after authorities found thousands of bottles of wine in his general store warehouse in Mandeville.
Indictments charging murder in the deaths of Robert Kehrll and John Nungesser, husbands of Mrs. Nungesser, were returned against Emil Fricker and Jacob Landert. Wernll and Lan Gert admitted they were promised 260 for the killings. Fricker denies knowledge. Kamut’s written statement cites jealousy as motive for Kehri’s murder. Nungesser had worked on Fricker’s farm since age 15.
A crowd gathered as Franks home was auctioned after the murder case. The sale included items linked to the slain boy such as a radio, a blackboard drawing, and a stained glass window depicting Taobert with his wife Josephine. The family has moved to a hotel.
Chester Sept 22 guards at the state prison foiled a delivery of inmates. G W O Malley of St Louis was shot and killed while John Weger, another long term convict, was seriously wounded in the incident.
An Anocated Press report from Washington cites Prohibition Commissioner Haynes and the Department of Justice planning a definite course of action regarding John Philip Hill and the cider made at his home. The piece notes raids, tests, and the arrest risk if any assistance is offered to force compliance with prohibition laws.
Mount Vernon Illinois report of Rev Lawrence M Hight confession that he poisoned his wife to allow marriage to Mrs Sweetin and that he bought the poison. Mrs Sweetin held on strength of minister's confession while denying involvement. A Centerville high school girl’s death cited as related, with unclearTimeline and investigation ongoing.
Fifteen hundred reinforcements for Chekiang troops defending Shanghai were moved under cover of darkness into front lines in the railway sector to bolster defenses against the Kiangeu Armies. The force included machine guns and field pieces. reports say La Yong Helang remains intent on capturing Nanking while preparing for action along the Kai Hangchow railway between Surkiang and Kashing.
Geneva September 22 A plan outlines a June 15 1925 conference at Geneva to reduce armaments if Britain France Italy and Japan plus 10 League members ratify a proposed arbitration and security protocol The United States Germany Russia and other non members are invited to participate in the program directed by the League council.
America's round the world flyers return to Rockwell field San Diego after flying from March to begin the globe encircling trip again. A crowd gathered though early arrival cut some cheer, as the pilots prepare to resume toward Seattle and Santa Monica around noon.
Executives from three major railroads plan a luncheon in Butte to discuss Montana prospects. The event, hosted by the Butte Chamber of Commerce, aims to highlight state wealth, industry, and opportunity for national advertising to attract homeseekers and capital.
Chicago report states Marion Atchison sues Edward Swift Jr. son of a Chicago packer for cruelty. She alleges he knocked her down on December 24, 1923 and struck her in May 1924, plus use of opprobrious language. She left his home last May amid a social incident.
Chancellor Marx and Foreign Minister Stresemann return to Berlin late afternoon and will present government views to officials. Reported: Germany to take a permanent seat in the League of Nations council via ambassador Lord Laveron.
Severe storms swept through Wisconsin and the Dakotas causing widespread damage and about sixty deaths reported Sunday. Chippewa Falls and nearby areas faced heavy property loss and crop damage as winds reached high speeds. Weather fronts extended into Minnesota and St. Paul recorded uprooted trees and shattered windows.
Associated Press reports a rise in crime among taxi workers with eight of ten drivers involved in wrongdoing. Drunkards and drug addicts were said to be at the wheels as meters failed, pockets filled with fares, and impostors made off with funds.
An arraigned sham operation involving Harold K R Lyvers Harry N Morris and Otto Le Morris collapsed as the United States Court concluded hearings this afternoon. The trio faced charges of use of the amalix to defraud and conspiracy tied to a six field operation started in Arkansas.
Washington dispatch reports Gaston B. Means, famed witness in the Daugherty inquiry, repudiates prior sensational testimony then adds doubts about sticking to his denial. He vanishes on a return trip to Concord, NC, while officials and press chase new charges and possible reopening of hearings.
A Javanese aviation team plans a transpacific flight from Tokyo to London via India with a possible Hawaii Midway stop, aiming for May 1925. They estimate the mission will cost around 1.5 million yen and will be funded by public contributions.
Montana Power chief engineer Frank M Kerr plans a trip to Eastern Montana to approve tapping Mystic Lake high in the hills using an 18 inch pipe. A dynamite charge will create a new tunnel through granite, with a cofferdam seal after blasting. This is described as one of engineering history’s rare lake water taps.
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