Amendment of Governor Acts on Suggestion of Joint Committee
Helena Aug 6 The joint committee report on amending the primary law is approved. Governor Stewart sends a message to lawmakers directing corrective legislation. A Lewis bill proposes moving primaries to June in presidential years and June second Tuesday otherwise, with a rotary ballot system and closed ballots. Provisions include party affiliation, two challengers per party, and indepe ndent eligibility after primaries. The joint committee warns against a Sept 2 referendum due to cost and finances.
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High costing bill altered to suit objectors views
Debate over a Montana retail price regulation measure continues as senators discuss lumber and sugar provisions. Booth defends local retailers while Smith argues for protecting consumers. Connelly warns higher costs persist. The bill aims to curb unfair pricing by wholesalers and prevent discrimination, with lawmakers weighing penalties and enforcement.
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Closing Days of Legislature Hit High Gear in Va
Aug 6 report from HI VA notes lawmakers racing to send bills between chambers before adjournment. Leaders aim rapid action on priority measures while many technical bills stand a chance of being shelved. Three main debates drive final days, including relief for distressed farmers, profiteering and food-price regulation, and primary law amendments.
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Senate revises trading act with market commission features
Debates over co operatives and retail protections continue as amendments trim penalties and licensing powers. A proposed market director salary rises to 300 dollars monthly while license fees are set at 1 dollar. Two Booth measures advance for engrossment and future action.
Higgins Measure Amended Likely to Pass Montana Bill
The Higgins bill regulating prices and merchandise in Montana nears final form in the house appropriations committee. Amendments remove 30 day suspension, rename market director to market investigator, and grant the market commission power over railroad rates. Merchants may appeal to courts within 30 days. violations can be prosecuted criminally. Some objectors deem the measure an infringement on business freedom.
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Bolshevik riot attempt in Trieste ends with 700 arrests
A Bolshivik group appeared in Trieste on Aug 6 and tried to riot. Police and locals dispersed the disturbance, leading to about 700 arrests as the protest was quelled.
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Shopmen Strike Reaches 275000 Nationwide Shock
Chicago district council leaders report at least 275000 shopmen on strike nationwide with movement spreading. They demand 85 cents an hour for mechanics and 60 cents for helpers, pledging no violence. Mail trains expected to be affected. officials warn action against strike organizers.
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Butte Shopmen Join Movement Amid General Strike
Butte workers including machinists boilermakers blacksmiths and repair crews joined a sympathy strike yesterday affecting about 50 men. Northern Pacific workers in Livingston and roundhouse staff delayed action awaiting headquarters orders while Great Northern Milwaukee and Oregon Short Line shopmen continued at work. Officials expect potential freight car delays but foresee no large yard disruption.
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Census supervisors named for 1920 in Montana
Additional appointments of census supervisors were announced. In Montana, James W. Faulds of Stevensville is in charge, with William H. Barth of Great Falls as second, and Paul H. Lynch of Wibaux as third.
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Pacific Fleet Arrives Off San Diego For Debut
Six of the United States Navy’s dreadnoughts led by Admiral Hugh Rodman dropped anchor off Los Coronados near San Diego to usher in the Pacific fleet. The New Mexico Mississippi Wyoming Arkansas New York and Texas arrived with Birmingham as escort, while Oregon is to be commissioned for a San Francisco voyage. Secretary Daniels and the public prepare for a naval parade along Coronado beach.
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Butte to Publicly Bestow Medals to Veterans
Butte may host a public medal ceremony following Circular Letter No. 60 from the Army Chief, with a military band and parade if a district recruiting officer can attend. Several ex servicemen expect decorations soon, including Croix de Guerre and other high honors from France Belgium Britain and the United States.
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Ford Tribüne trial heard on jury instructions
In Mount Clemens Michigan on August 6 arguments of counsel centered on the judge Tucker instructing the jury after hearings in the Ford-Tribune case. The proceedings focused on the guidance to be given to jurors for their verdict in the libel matter.
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Assembly Asked to Provide Coin for Liquor Law
Governor Stew art urged legislature to consider creating a special fund from fines to enforce the prohibition law. Anti saloon league and temperance forces push for a system financing enforcement, citing officials lacking funds to gather evidence. A proposed measure would allocate 50 percent of fines for enforcement purposes.
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Noted Traveler and Author Visits Butte from Sweden
Dr. Erland Richter, Swedish Lutheran church delegate and author, tours the United States as a Deacon Institution representative. In Butte he stays with Rev. D N Anderson, lectures on Sweden During War Time, and plans to visit Anaconda and Salt Lake City, with a new Stockholm paper launching later this year.
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Bonding Bills Face Hurdles In Legislature
Helena dispatch outlines opposition to Higgins 5 million dollar bond for drought relief and to Newman McCormick 25 million for reclamation and irrigation. Critics oppose bond sites and state examiners oversight while boxing bond support eyes November election after referendum setback.
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