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Newspaper
Big Timber Pioneer
Location
Big Timber, Montana, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1922
Page
4
The Pioneer lauds Robert Bray for a decisive primary victory amid debate on printing legislation. It outlines past bills, current prospects, and party duty, then lists local notices including Axel Arvidson’s new home, travel plans, and school staff appointments for September 6.
Early statewide returns show Republican Carl W. Riddick as likely U S senator nominee and Democrat Burton K. Wheeler with overwhelming support. Lew L. Callaway leads George W. Farr for chief justice. Dan Boyle named Republican railway commissioner. Jerome Locke seeks Republican congressman nomination. Burlingame and Leavitt lead in that district. Judge Stark leads across most counties with large pluralities.
The Helena Independent recounts how former Montana figures Charles Crum and Bill Dunn faced sedition charges amid World War I era events. Crum, once a Forsyth judge, allegedly accepted a $700 bribe to shield an embezzler. the cashier’s wife sues Crum as the compromised case unfolds. Dunn, later linked to communists in Michigan, is alleged to be allied with Soviet Reds seeking to overturn the government. The piece portrays them as outlaws still seeking self interest over country.
The piece critiques congressional handling of military cuts noting 1,349 officers to be removed by December 31 and a report by a selection board due September 15. It calculates time spent reviewing officers as about five minutes each, suggesting lawmakers rushed defense decisions and questioning the wisdom of the resulting plan.
The article argues against rapid dismissal of long serving officers, calling it a grave injustice and waste for the nation. It warns it creates an emergency and urges Congress to act promptly. It notes Andy Gump’s announced candidacy for Congress on the Nonpartisan League ticket, drawing notable public interest.
Salt Lake City August 30. A new wage agreement signed by Union Pacific shop employes association and line managers outlines recognition of individual ability detailed work segregation and a sliding wage scale. Rates rise from 54 cents to 149 cents per hour for various skilled levels with premiums above the railroad labor board and a progressive promotion line. Overtime wages will vary and seniority rights favor workers who stayed in or joined by July 8 1922.
Chicago authorities report four men admitted taking part in wrecking the Michigan Central express near Gary Indiana by removing 37 rail spikes. The four named are Charles Uselis Joe Pepauritch John Petrowski and Adina Alessio all shopmen or repair workers. Police say ten people remain held incommunicado while authorities uncover a broader sabotage plot tied to communist literature and plans.
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