Montana Senate weighs late appropriation bills in tight session
Senator Hazelbaker led the Senate as it reviewed a list of appropriation bills introduced in February and delayed in the House and Appropriation Committee. The bills, totaling about 6.2 million for the biennium, faced holds until the last minute as the chamber pressed to finish work before adjourning.
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Death of Palmer shocks longtime Butte friends
George Palmer a prominent Montana advertising pioneer died leaving a vast agency representing more than twenty major clients. Born in 1869 in Virginia City he moved to Butte at age twelve and built the 311 clothing store and a renowned advertising firm. He was active in BPOE Knights of Pythias and Silver Bow Club and served Montana in the Knights’ supreme council.
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Three Acquitted in Mail Robbery Case
In Los Angeles on March 17 the trial ended with Jack Hlerick Joe Bertsch and Frank Wilson found not guilty in federal court of complicity in a mail truck robbery ring. The group allegedly planned and assisted raids that netted about $600 000 with co defendant Herbert Wilson described as involved in the scheme.
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Frank Wilson
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12000 Miners Idle in Nova Scotia Strike
Sydney Nova Scotia March 7 12000 workers in the British Empire Steel coal mines in Nova Scotia quit work following a district No 12 United Mine Workers strike order. Managers claim a strike while the union says many miners were effectively locked out after operations ceased at several collieries.
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George Palmer Butte Advertising Writer Dies
George Palmer, a prolific Butte advertising writer who built a two million dollar ad empire over 25 years, died recently. His firm’s work shaped local campaigns for leading businesses, with his staff continuing the practice of writing and planning ads that enhanced prosperity and faith in the Standard newspaper.
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Montana Senate Slashes State Budget Amid Urgent Deadlock
The Montana Senate, after heated debate, trimmed state budgets and barred sections of house bills 448 and 451. The chamber moved to end conference on agricultural extension and pushed for broader spending reductions, signaling possible adjournment as disputes over the biennial appropriation persisted.
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Governor Receives 200 Bills for Action in Montana Senate
Helena dispatch details Montana governor faced with about 200 bills from the legislature. Senate measures 460 and 424 are noted, with budget reductions for the state highway commission and prison land purchase. House backs down on amendments as conferences trigger tense exchanges. itemized bill returns and rejection of several measures mark a day of partisan clash and stalled appropriations.
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Butte Loses Suit in Highest Court
Helena March 1 The Montana Supreme Court reversed a district court in Broadwater County and sent Daggett v Johnson back for trial over land refusal to surrender after lease expiry. The venue court upheld Silver Bow County’s verdict for Catherine C. O'Donnell against the city of Butte, awarding $6,000 for damages from a fall causing sidewalk injury.
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Butte
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Cashier Kills Self After Bank Woes in Virginia
In Bluefield Virginia on March 7 cashier Isaac Jonnson age 29 shot himself after stabbing his chest inside the Bank of Fort Blackmore in Scott County. Examiners found two notes totaling 27 dollars allegedly unpaid at maturity, and Jonnson died shortly after from the self-inflicted wound.
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Speedy justice for hold up men in Butte jail
A trio of suspected robbers led by Matia and Onesto were captured after a dawn rooming house sweep by Duggan Holland and Police Officer Gerry in Butte. Matia confessed to the March 7 hold up, with loot and a mask found, while other cases of theft and prowling linked to the same gang surfaced. Federal deportation talks followed pending sentences.
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Ellen Dunbar Dies Longtime Butte Resident
Mrs Ellen Dunbar aged 10 native of New York state died at her home 1804 Georgia avenue yesterday morning after a lingering illness She had lived in Butte for 40 years beloved by many pioneers survivors include three daughters Mrs P H Carmichael Mrs J N Braden and Mrs Florence Windell of Butte Jennie Taylor of San Francisco two brothers James E Condon of Butte and Thomas Condon of Fort Henry N D a niece Mr James J Carrigan of Butte a nephew John Condon of Tacoma George Condon of Los Angeles and a number of grandchildren The remains are at the Sherman funeral home funeral details to be announced later
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Butra
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Mrs M Donell Laid To Final Rest In Butte
The funeral of Mrs Mary McDonell was held yesterday from 23 West Alumet to St church. Rev officiated high mass at 9 30. Mrs McDonell lived in Butte 38 years and many attended. Floral offerings and singing by Mrs Molloy and Philip accompanied by others. Pallbearers listed. Father McCormick officiated at the grave. A son Leo McDonell dies in Los Angeles.
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Joe Flaherty
George Savage
Carl Driscoll
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McCormick
Leo McDonettides
Los Ane
Majority slate blockade sparks Senate barbs
The debate centers on proposed action against a majority slate in Republican vacancies. Senator Borah warns that silencing pro tem aims undermines constituents while insurgent rivals gain leverage. Senator Watson counters that insurgents misrepresent the party and cites Coolidge’s presidency as a warning against the plan.
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Walsh Leads Fight on Warren Nomination in Congress
In a contentious debate the push to confirm Warren's nomination faces opposition led by Walsh. The discussion centers on repealing the Sherman Antitrust Act and limiting federal power, with remarks referencing various figures and states as the floor debate unfolds.
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