How He Broke the Convention State Uproar at Speech
Excerpt recounts a convention clash described by Abraham Ruef’s autobiography. The crowd roars as “Star-Faced Charley” tries to push a candidate through amid fist fights and a chaotic scene. Ainsworth era politics detail the insurgent versus boss dynamic and a pivotal moment in naming the slate.
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Big game hunter escapes fine after ivory seizure
Jim Evans and a companion hunted elephants in the Congo, boasting prowess while illegal ivory shipments were targeted. Evans faced a large fine but claimed danger to life. authorities confiscated the ivory and levied a default fine.
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State convention in Butte tomorrow eyed for delegate picks
A Montana state political convention convenes in Butte tomorrow to select delegates for the national meeting in Hartmore next month. Chair Sammy Stewart of the state central committee will preside at 8 pm at Democratic headquarters with officers to be chosen. Delegations from Silver Bow and Missoula regions may be instructed or uncommitted, with 450 members expected and 225 needed for a majority.
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Silver Bow County
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Missoula
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Clark Appears Likely Choice of Fergus Delegates
A Fergus county Democratic meeting selected a large slate of delegates to the state convention and named Fulton Clark and William Bryan among favored figures. The convention praised Clark and Bryan, with Parker Wilson’s name briefly mentioned and the Fergus delegation showing strong support for unnamed candidates.
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Lewistown
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W. J. Bryan
M. J. Myers
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Tom Sigur
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J. E. Jane
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R. G. Boland
Mike Hail
Grover Miller
J. A. Coleman
Mary Cuttningham
E. , Abbott
EH. A. Daver
Mike Goosen
Wiliam Duan- Tam
Julius Tretersor
Daty Hantry
I. B. Kirkland
Tom Gerkin
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Joe? Hawkins
Lew Butlers
James Weaver
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New Jersey
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Fergus
Yellowstone Houn Dawg Eulogy At State Convention
Special Dispatch to the Standard Billings May describes Yellowstone county delegation at the state convention. A badge bears the line They gotta quit nig dawg arann and a hound image with Speaker Clark's favorite song line. Delegation includes a National Bank official and others from adjacent counties. It is understood 15 delegates will back Clark, four reportedly favoring women’s group, with governor Witkotr referenced.
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Purcell and Walsh Named on Delegation to Convention
Delegation to the Democratic convention includes Purcell and Walsh with both supporting one another. Walsh will vote for Purcell on key votes for delegate. The gathering today adopted a ruling at the meeting.
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Delegation Chooses Instructions for National Convention Vote
The Lewin wid Clark delegation adopts instructions to vote for a progressive candidate at the national convention. Chairman Parvett names Champ Clark and Woodrow Wilson as first choices, with Harmen man rejecting Harmen. Delegates listed include Walsh Nolan Henry Carstensen Hartwice Hepner Biggs Ward Muswell Ha lex Newim Miller Smith McConnell Mil ton Bergerson Johnsen Byrnes and Schrenner.
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Champ Clark
Opening day plans stir local excitement and doubt
Unclear fragments describe a big opening with leadership figures and community expectations. Mentioned are references to a Fest locale, a prominent group, and planned events. Details are garbled yet hint at a ceremonial start, crowd involvement, and staged activities.
Bracelet theft near Pak street mars resident
A resident reports a stolen bracelet and a suspect named Draceley described as the ledger carrier. Police were alerted after a trunk disruption and the case hints at a hurried investigation and possible identity confusion.
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Pak Street
Hy Ark
Abe
Chie Beane
Serge Tod
Hye
Butte Briefs Highlight Health, Travel and Local Notes
Local items report hospital updates, family events, and community travel. Mentions Helena, Whe Marry hospital, and Shriners visits, with notes on residents from Butte, Deer Lodge, and Bozeman areas plus scattered personal movements and local organizations.
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