Governor Toole Vetoes Thirteenth Judicial District Bill
Helena notes Governor Toole vetoed House Bill 58 creating the Thirteenth judicial district and naming Fred H. Hathhorn as judge. He argues the legislature cannot appoint officers, cites constitutional standards, and vows to veto similar railroad commission bills. The house sustained the veto 36 to 33 in a party line vote with one independent member supporting Hathhorn.
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Helena
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Silver Bow
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Rosebud
Montana
Initiative and Referendum Bill Passes by Unanimous Vote
A legislature approves the initiative and referendum bill by unanimous vote, with the measure sent to the appropriate formal steps. Details suggest broad cross‑party support and orderly concurrence.
Ballot Reform Bill Cleared House Amid Debate
Helena Feb 24 The Montana House passed an initiative and referendum bill by unanimous vote in a rapid sequence after late introduction. The measure, known as the two fifths bill, outlines thresholds for initiation and referral in two fifths of counties and allows a six month window for petitions. The session also tackled railroad commission provisions with partisan exchanges over appointees and authority. Brennen's ballot reform bill and other measures faced votes, amendments, and extensive floor debate as the assembly moved toward final passage on multiple fronts.
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Seventh Assembly
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Godfrey
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Brennen
Senate
Mrs Chadwick mum on taking the stand in bankruptcy
Mrs. Chadwick refused to answer most questions when first sworn in the Cleveland bankruptcy hearing. After counsel's advice she testified briefly, citing potential prejudice to criminal cases against her. The examination ended without usable information and resumes March 13 if criminal cases are resolved.
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Cleveland
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Chadwick
Remington
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Mr. Dawley
Bankruptcy Court
Chadwick possessions valued at least 125000 dollars returned
Cleveland report states Collector Charles F. Leach brought back about 50000 dollars worth of Mrs. Cassie L. Chadwick’s valuables from Washington and New York with another 50000 expected to be returned. Authorities say no duties were paid on these items and the U S customs will collect duty on articles brought into the country. The total value involved is believed to exceed 125000 dollars.
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Charles F. Leach
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Last White Survivor of Massacre Convicted
William Mc Gee, claimed last white survivor of the Custer massacre, found guilty of manslaughter in the first degree for fatally stabbing his roommate Frank Mitchell on December 10 after a quarrel. He testified the stabbing was in self defense after recovering from wounds in the Nez Perces campaign.
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William McGee
Frank Mitchell
McGee
Miles
Nez Perces
Accident claims life of wood chopper at McDonald's Pass
Special Dispatch to the Standard from Helena reports Englebert Hagget a wood chopper employed by Gus Vetter was fatally struck on the head by a sledge while felling a tree at McDonald's pass. Hagget died Sunday and his body lay undiscovered until Wednesday leading to coroner investigation.
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Helena
McDonald’s Pass
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Hagget
Gus Vetter
Montana Mineral Lands Classification Aid Likely in Deficiency Bill
Washington Feb 24 The general deficiency bill is expected to be reported to the house Monday with a $15 000 appropriation to complete the mineral land classification in the Northern Pacific land grant covering Western Montana and Northern Idaho. Representative Dixon pressed the item before the appropriation committee.
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Idaho
Dixon
Reward Offered for Man Who Stole Bill in Missouri House
Jefferson City Mo Feb 24 The Missouri house unanimously offered a $1000 reward for arrest of the thief or thieves who stole the original amended bill repealing the breeders law and prohibiting poolroom sales on horse races The theft nullifies the house action Two new bills were introduced one to repeal the breeders law and another to make betting or selling pools on races a felony Governor Folk ordered a rigorous attorney general investigation into the theft.
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Jefferson City
Folk
Attempt To Murder President Morales
Washington reports United States Minister Dawson in San Domingo City cabled the state department that an attempt to assassinate President Morales was made today. Five attackers were captured while others escaped. no further details are available. The incident is linked to opposition to the financial agreement between San Domingo and the United States.
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United States
Dawson
San Domingo City
State Department
Morales
San Domingo
Little Girl Reunited With Father After Nationwide Search
Five year old Henrietta Batch of Yakima Washington was found in Chicago after a cross country search. Her sister ran away with a professional hypnotist, who aided by police recalled the child. The father arrived with police and recovered his daughter.
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Chicago
United States
Henrietta
Yakima, Wash
Seattre
Grand Jury Drawn in Meat Trust Case
Chicago reports the special grand jury ordered by Federal Judge Kohi saat to investigate the meat trust was drawn today. Names will be spread on the records a few days before March 20 when the grand jury meets. authorities aim to keep the jurors secret as long as possible. The government plans to examine each man’s record.
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Chicago
Kohisaat
Bribery Probe Targeted by Indiana County Grand Jury
Indianapolis February 24 A special county grand jury session will be held to investigate bribery charges raised by Representative Anani as well as related matters concerning O A Baker and other individuals involved.
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Indianapolis
Ind
Ananias Baker
O. A. Baker
Senator Emmons in Critical Condition After Uneasy Night
In Sacramento on February 24, Senator Emmons has had a troubling night and doctors fear he may not survive the next twelve hours. The report notes a rapid decline and uncertainty about his recovery.
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Sacramento
Cal
Emmons
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