Montana Governor Discusses Record and Campaign
In an open letter to Montanans Gov. W. Stewart reviews the administration's record and outlines campaign aims for re election. He cites upholding law calling national guard to restore order, and details the workmen compensation plan funding, past state higher education reforms, and a unified chancellorship system for Montana’s four colleges. Continued on page 5 column 1.
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Greatest naval bills pass and rail strike drags on
In Today’s Standard Page, Governor Stewart reviews administration as Russia seizes gateway to Hungary and Pacific freight congestion worsens. Jury drawing today, no bread price advance, Missoula finds the past uncovered, and Bliss Maxwell crowned carnival queen amid state news and markets.
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Russians Take One Gateway to the Hungarian Plains
Russian forces press across Galicia toward the Hungarian plains through a gateway route. Military movements indicate a push from Jablonitza as part of a broader advance. Regional officials report adjustments to defenses and civilian evacuations as fronts shift.
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Italians and Russians Army Actions Across Europe War News
The report summarizes multiple fronts with Russian advances into Bukovina and Galicia, Italian and British operations on the Carso plateau and Vipacco valley, and ongoing fighting near Trieste, Tolmino, and the Somme front. Dispatches cite pushes and recent prisoner captures, with varying official statements from Vienna, Berlin, Paris, and London.
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Fifteen Thousand On Strike In New York Pact
Leaders of striking paper box makers say 15 900 workers are on strike in New York tonight. Plant managers dispute, claiming only 2 000 to 3 000 employees are involved. Demands include a $25 weekly wage for export cutters, up from $18, cutters from $12 to $18, and seers from $16 8 to? weekly.
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New York Street Car Employes In Angry Mood
A New York Railway dispute flares as a committee accuses the New York Railways company of a deliberate violation of the Aug. 7 agreement with the Amalgamated Association of Street and Electric Railway Employes. The agitation prompts urgent mobilization, calls for Mahon to return from Detroit, and threats of a citywide traffic tieup if the agreement is not honored.
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Progress Seen in White House Talks on Rail Labor Rift
President Wilson’s efforts to avert a nationwide railroad strike show slight progress after two days of talks with railroad managers and the Brotherhood leaders. A groundwork for negotiations exists with eight hour day principles debated, concessions under study, and plans to bring the general committee to Washington for further talks.
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Count Andrassy Declines Foreign Minister Offer
London reports that Count Julius Andrassy refused to succeed Baron von Burian as Austrian foreign minister without emperor guarantees to protect Hungary’s political integrity. The emperor reportedly hesitates, Vienna hints that von Burian may have resigned, and Andrassy’s candidacy is tied to Austria seeking a separate peace and favorable relations with England.
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Congress Passes Major Naval Expansion Plan
Washington reports Congress approved a sweeping naval construction and personnel bill by 282 to 51, authorizing 157 ships in three years and increasing personnel to 74,700. The measure, supported across parties, moves toward a peak defense program with wide funding for army aviation, armor plants, and naval academies.
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Stefansson Sticks to Exploration Work Ahead
Alaska dispatch notes Stefansson the Canadian explorer remains focused on his exploration projects north of Prince William Sound. News came via Stefansson Fry delegates returning aboard the Alanka reporting new lands and continued investigation into northern territories. In Washington the third man nominated by the president declined to serve, prompting further consideration of suitable appointees as the Mexican border troubles press.
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Manta
Jitney Drivers Defy City Ban In Market Street Carrow
A crowd of about 900 jammed Market Street in defiance of a recent ordinance eliminating jitneys from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. An injunction from the superior court granted a temporary stay, allowing jitney operators to continue collecting fares. Federal M. Hough nominated for district judge by President Wilson, with Mardy T. Sa referred as candidate.
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Little suffers may be cripples for life
Aug 15 report notes infantile paralysis victims discharged from care still suffer long term effects. Dr Haven says optimism tempered by cases remaining cripples. Epidemic worsened despite cool weather with 168 new cases and 18 deaths in 24 hours, totaling 6332 cases and 1464 deaths since it began. Miss Houston Scott, daughter of Maj. Gen. Hugh L. Scott, donated blood to help.
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