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Newspaper
Big Timber Pioneer
Location
Big Timber, Montana, United States of America
Date
Apr 03, 1919
Page
1
A physician from California sustained injuries when hit by an automobile near Big Timber Creek. Kk. M. Wolf met with officials to discuss the accident details and potential liability.
A Dodge driver fell asleep at the wheel near Fisher Itteomty on Big Timber, wrecking the car and suffering fractured ribs, a bruised bowels, and injuries to the temple and spine. Rescued by Ike Meo and others, he was treated by doctors Windsor Stryker Stuart Payne and later reported doing well.
Montana to issue warrants for four percent of hail losses to claimants. Board chairmen Howman orders payment of 40 percent previously and 16 percent now, totaling 44 percent for 1918 hail losses under state law. Officials cite late start in processing applications and supplies now being provided to encourage farmers to insure.
The National Woman Suffrage Association delegates react with rejoicing after news that suffrage plans were recognized in the League of Nations proposal. Chapman Catt, president, lauds the dispatch as wonderful while sessions outline state vote law actions and related records.
Indiana Vermont Nebraska South Dakota Michigan Oklahoma and Texas report progress in passing franchise laws. A re arrangement of the program should finish convention work by Saturday noon. Saturday morning focuses on electing officers for the league of women voters and includes delegates from the franchise states.
Washington April 1 all meat packers were released today from food administration control under no proclamation signed by President Wilson at Paris effective today all persons firms corporations or associations engaged in importing manufacturing including packing storing or distribution of fresh canned or cured beef pork mutton or lard are released from license by the food administration
Helena March 27 Major Martin Maginnis of Helena died in Los Angeles California early this morning. Civil War veteran Loyal Legion member and Montana pioneer he helped form Montana's early congressional delegation. Born 1841 Wayne County New York he served in Minnesota units and commanded the Eleventh Minnesota. Survived by widow a brother a niece in Portland and sisters in Minnesota.
In Butte on March 29 the contest of the democratic ticket for mayor William Cutts and city clerk Charles Treacy was filed in district court by W. F. Dunn and James J. McClarty. They allege fraud in the election including stuffed ballot boxes and tampered poll books after certification. Dunn, who contests for mayor, was recently convicted of sedition and fined $5,000 at Helena. he has appealed. Cutts was discharged from the army as a captain.
In a hailstorm raid, United States troops from Marfa Texas killed five bandits, recovered stolen cattle and horses, and returned to the American side. Troops K and M pursued across the Rio Grande with infantry support, capturing horses and securing the border without casualties.
Washington March 31 Withdrawal today by the Corn Products Refining company of its appeal to the supreme court from decrees holding the company to be a combination in restraint of trade was hailed by the department of justice as an important new step in clarifying the application of the Sherman anti trust law. It is the view of the attorney general that the result in this case coupled with the similar decree entered last November in the Harvester case should go far toward clearing and settling the law on this important question. Officials say the action is a complete victory for the government with the provision that the government shall have the right to further relief if after three years the measures to compel compliance are inadequate.
Akron Ohio March 31 Eugene V Debe socialist leader threatened a general strike of his party nationwide unless granted a rehearing in espionage act conviction appeals. Debe ill with lumbago at Mrs Margaret Preveys home declined to meet reporters issuing a statement through Prevey. He said the party will act if no legal steps are taken and expects to be active soon.
Paris dispatch reports that American delegates, backed by British and Italian allies, push councils and commissions to speed treaty details. Key issues include Monroe Doctrine and reparations, with signs of nearing conclusion despite renewed maneuvering and delays.
Paris April 1 Premier Orlando urged settlement of Italy frontiers as France and Italy seek parallel decisions before the council of four. He asked President Wilson if an informal exchange on the Italian problem, especially the Adriatic, would be useful prior to formal presentation. Wilson agreed in principle, citing workload but promising to study the matter.
Pariser edition of New York Times reports German concentrations in eastern Prussia under Field Marshal von Hindenburg. Soldiers are being assembled around Greedéns to defend the railway line from Danzig to Posenga.
Chicago officials and distillers committee plan an early challenge to the wartime prohibition law set to take effect July 1. Levy Mayer to file legal action and question the agricultural bill rider delaying demobilization.
A group formed months ago considered the federal prohibition amendment while announcing opposition to all prohibition measures. Plans include referendums in states with statutory referendums and ratifying legislatures.
Paris April 1 President Wilson stated he would accept shared responsibility for peace conference delays but stressed the slowdown was not due to any one nation or delegation. He urged that the era of talk end and concrete results be produced now.
W. J. Hannah, secretary treasurer of the Sweet Grays National Farm Loan Association, received the first annual dividend for the Federal Land Bank for local borrowers. The bank borrows savings at five percent and lends to farmers at five and a half percent, with a six percent annual dividend now paid on capital stock. The U S farm loan board is lending over eight million dollars in Montana and over 1500 million nationwide.
In Butte on April 1 the county treasurer, per county attorney, denied exemptions for discharged soldiers and sailors from road and poll taxes. Many veterans sought refunds for taxes deducted by employers. refusals led to abuse and personal liability claims. The treasurer explains that law requires payment and he will be held responsible for refunds.
Paris reports that allied and associated governments will disregard German objections and move to lead Polish troops to the Baltic seaport of Danzig by force if needed. The Temps notes this may not mean Danzig joins Poland and suggests a neutral status around the area to avoid conflict along the coast.
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J. A. Lowry and H. C. Kellogg will contend for the mayoralty after the Monday election. The outcome depends on voter support and local political dynamics.
The city election next Monday will decide a mayor and city officers. J A Lowry faces H O Kellogg for mayor, Emil Frang is likely to win treasurer with no challenger, and Keithley may retain the police magistrate post without opposition. In ward one A P O Leary faces H C Pound, ward two has Will Churchill as a candidate.
A. L. Nottingham, foreman of the Northern Pacific railroad bridge and building department, reported to have $13,000 in Liberty bonds missing. The bonds, bought across four campaigns, were said to be possibly mailed or taken on his extended visit to Henning and Westoah relatives, with offices unsure if notices were sent.
Thompson, Republican, leads with 257,888 votes to Sweitzer 240,288 and Hoyne 110,808. Thompson’s plurality stands at 17,600 in unofficial Chicago mayoral results. Voter tallies also show ousting support on May 1 with 391,280 total. Yee-men and women counts split 67,907 and 76,325 respectively.
Choteeu April 1 A Cashman ranch near the place sold by C B Roberts of Greet Falls to J Jehaeva of Cayde Park for 968600. The tract includes 1100 acres with 600 60 ghieh imag and irrigation system. The property is well improved and has for years been considered desirable reach.
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