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Newspaper
Baker Sentinel
Location
Baker, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1917
Page
5
The Montana legislative scene features stalled progress with advisors weary and a crowded session. Prospective elevator legislation is seen as promising, and the state contemplates twelve million dollars for institutions. A fragment mentions paid travel expenses tied to Dick Morris, the Placer chief clerk.
In Helena the legislature hosts impromptu conventions as farmers and equity men flood the capital for advice to lawmakers. Insurance, mining, elevators and tax plans dominate talk with figures like Poindexter and White active in discussions. A heavy session edges toward bonds for schools and thermal shifts in property taxes as officials contend with a crowded winter agenda.
Montana uses convict labor for major highway projects. In year 40 miles of Little Blackfoot road were built from the Powell county line to near Mullen tunnel with crews of 140 men, employing dump wagons scrapers and other machinery funded by counties.
New York Life Insurance Company sells Madison Square Garden in New York to a syndicate. If the return on investment is not satisfactory after one year, the building will be torn down and a new structure will be erected.
The piece recalls time in the governor's office under Sam V Stewart with Will Aiken as secretary. It notes strenuous days during legislative sessions, constant visitors, and the routine of handling calls and legislative matters in the governor’s chamber.
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