Aged Veterans Marching With Young Heroes
A reflection on wartime virtue and civic duty as veterans marching with younger soldiers, highlighting themes of liberty, universal democracy, and national unity. Report covers an event at the state prison visit led by Mayor Conley, with Grand Army veterans honored at a city pavilion where Governor Stewart spoke, and notes on individual veterans from Montana posts and their service timelines.
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Coleman the Kid Faust Is Oldest
Special Dispatch notes encamping veterans ranging from 72 to 101 years as birth statistics reveal. The oldest Civil War veteran in Montana is William Lodge at 72, with talk among Deer Lodge veterans including M. Fox and William Coleman detailing service records and ages.
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Simon and John Two Young Ones Parade Veterans Honorably
Two elderly veterans, Simon Hauswirth of Butte and John Marchion of Anaconda, joined Lincoln Post No. 2 and George Meade Post No. 16 in a parade, acting as marshal and jovial participant. Despite age, they display youthful energy, riding duties on a charger and sharing light banter with officers, drawing attention from veterans of all ages.
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Anaconda
Simon Hauswirth
Butte
Lincoln Post No. 2
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J. B. Golder
T. J Ward
James French
JP. McAndrews
E. A. Waterbury
Fat Jack Present and Warren Attend Grand Army Parade
Deer Lodge June 13 Gen Charl Fat Jack J C Jonson known in the veterans appeared for the parade day celebration. Veterans recalled arduous marches and aging yet active, while Gen Warren praised the hospitality of De He noted the event as the state’s most successful. Fat Jack, also known as J C Jones, long time resident of Butte, has driven taxis and jitneys and hauled notable figures, aging but still working at his old occupation.
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Happy Bill Reunites With Brother Nick in Canada
Two brothers separated by fears met again in Canada where Happy Bill Holahan wore a Canadian soldier’s uniform. The reunion occurred after years of service and campaigning tales. He displayed medals, English decorations, and a belt as a memento of their shared history.
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French badges of honor and Canadian troops visit Deer Lodge
In his service he served 41 months in the trenches with Canadian troops. The group met in Deer Lodge during the state convention of patriotic organizations. Guests included Col. Thomas M Murphy. After the encampment they planned to travel to Vancouver to visit friends.
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Conley Hosts Visitors At State Prison Pageant
Deer Lodge June 18 Mayor Frank Conley known for deflecting interviews ran the state prison tour for hundreds of guests. He directed crowds through the facility, answering questions and presenting constructive work programs for veterans and inmates. The visit highlighted ongoing rehabilitative activities and Conley’s role as host and entertainer.
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Irvine Lake
Serious Phase Of Wire Tieup Added By Order To Rail Operators
A wartime wire strike enters a new phase as 15 actions tied to railroad operators are issued. Postal officials report improving conditions. Chicago office runs at about 70 percent normal after a rough first day. Striker representatives say 800 workers in Chicago are idle while Western Union cites 51 absentees in its depots. Burleson accuses the Postal service of hampering wage negotiations by limiting company wage contracts. Conditions for settlement hinge on government control release and wage adjustments.
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Rail strike ends as workers vote to return to duty
In Washington officials announced that the Norfolk and Western strike had ended after a conference with American Federation of Labor leaders at Bluefields West Virginia. The men voted to return to work and a large portion of the 250 operators were at work. Messengers from both courier lines remained on strike.
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Silver Producers Plan Combination For Market Control
New York reports a proposed alliance of silver producers to regulate metal prices resembling the copper export model. The plan aims to engage all trade members, with formal announcement anticipated around July 1, and would not be limited to major firms like Anaconda, ASARCO, or US Smelting.
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Strike situation across the border report from Winnipeg
A formal statement from leaders of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Firemen and Enginemen and the Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen condemns unauthorized strikes by Winnipeg locals. The union warns that action without permission will not be tolerated and calls for immediate resolution of the industrial deadlock.
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Ratification Urging Covenant Endorsed by Church Peace Union
Resolutions urging ratification of the League of Nations covenant were made public by the Church Peace union. Signers include former President William H. Taft Cardinal Gibbons Bishop Luther Wilson and Dr John. The resolutions were sent to.
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Alarmed findings on narcotic use and addicts
Washington June 13 The treasury special investigating commission reports nationwide narcotic use rises for medical purposes despite enforcement efforts. They estimate addicts exceed 1,000,000 with opium and coca leaf imports growing faster than population. The panel warns misuse may grow as prohibition strengthens and drinkers seek substitutes.
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Labor Secretary Wilson counsels labor on Mooney case
Atlantic City June 18 Secretary of Labor Wilson urged the American Federation of Labor to refrain from supporting a national strike for Thomas Mooney. He warned labor cannot act as a jury, cited Bolshivists as foes, and urged evolution over revolution to solve Reconstruction issues. He warned against starving the labor department and said AFL will oppose efforts to undermine it. The convention adjourned to Monday with many delegates heading to Washington to join a war-time prohibition protest.
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Rebels near Juarez prepare to attack with 4400 troops
From Paso, Texas a courier reports rebels at near Zaragoza have 4400 armed men with 300 rounds each, two field guns and eight machine guns. Angeles leads the expedition with Villa and a 300-man guard nearby. villa Ahumada’s Hipolito Villa ill, guarded by 499 men. Rebels allegedly destroyed railway lines and ties as they threaten Juarez before daylight, while border defense orders dispatch the 24th Infantry to the border.
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