Gathering of the Klansmen press group eyes Montana trip
Tentative plans for the Montana State Press Association annual gathering in Livingston call for a one day business session followed by three days sightseeing in Yellowstone. The piece reflects on changes in the profession and lists notable old timers, noting the association’s enduring permanence but changing character.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Montana State Press Association
Livingston
Yellowstone National Park
Larry Dobeli
Butte Miner
Tom Stout
Lewistown Democrat
John M. Quinn
John B. Read
Col
J. H. Mills
Sam Gordon
Sam Robertson
J. R. Faulds
E. H. Becker
Shelby Eli Dillard
George H. Wright
A. K. Yerkes
Ed Cooney
W. W. Alderson
the Sutherlins
Joe Widmyer
Montana
Our National Obsession With Overgrown Law
The column laments the vast volume of laws in the fifty states and federal statutes, estimating 5.0 to 5.5 million total. It cites lawmakers’ ignorance, rapid enactment, and flawed aims across states like North Carolina and Delaware. It argues for automatic ten year repeal and a return to common law to rescue popular government.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William P. Helm, Jr
North Carolina
Delaware
Pennsylvania
Illinois
Oklahoma
Bryan
United States
War Veteran Awarded Position Over Negro War Veteran
The Montana state board of examiners reversed a prior recommendation to appoint Henry J. Baker as postmaster at the capitol. Governor Erickson backed Charles L. Sheridan after reviewing records and voting against the earlier choice. John M. Kay Jr disabled World War veteran received the custodian post at the fair grounds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kay
Fair Grounds
Chicago Gunfire Shatters City Hall as Crowe Spearheads Probe
Gunman fired at state attorney Robert Crowe and Sergeant Elbert Curran in Chicago's county building amid a gangster police crackdown. Curran returned fire but the assailant escaped as hundreds searched the Hall for the swarthy shooter. Crowe assumed lead as officers widened the probe into a recent gunfight with Genna gangsters.
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Chicago
Robert E. Crowe
Elbert Curran
Curran
William Sweeney
Michael
Genna
Crowe
State’s Attorney’s
Baker Resigns From Montana Board Position
Henry J Baker, the present incumbent, submitted his resignation to Governor Erickson, effective July 1, ending a four year term. Secretary of State and the governor advised the attorney general that the prior action could be rescinded and the board would proceed on that basis. Col Sheridan, executive officer for the Montana National Guard summer instruction camp, plans to decide soon on whether to accept the board’s offer.
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Jurnley Lpderal Foot
Henry J. Baker
Secretary of State
Henry J Baker
Erickson
Baker
Col. Sheridan
Montana National Guard
State Board
Gibson Oil Drillers To Start Work Soon
Gibson Oil Drillers plan immediate drilling based on geological surveys by leading geologists. The Jamestown backed project, with officers including District Judge J A Coffey and W G Joes, aims to start by June 15 and complete within a month. The 4164 acre Gibson dome holdings lie near the Lake Basin area with Eagle sand prospects validated by surveys.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Billings
Gibson Land Company
Montana
North Dakota Capital
J. A. Coffey
Jamestown
N. D
W. G. Joes
J. H. Hobbs
New Rockford
H. Leuthold
Columbus
Mont
J. L. Rapstad
Big Timber
Harry Ritgers
Carr & Ritgers
Chas
J. Stone
Stone
Gibson Dome
Lake Basin
Gibson
United States Geological
Geo. Moore
Moore
Local notes from Big Timber and surrounding areas
Local items report visitors returning from Forsyth and Reed Point, plus summer school plans for J B Hinds and Mrs Hinds. A Montana Power Co official mourns Mont Sylvester's death. Trips to Crow Reservation include a sheep shearing plant visit and a Custer Battlefield cemetery stop.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mont Sylvester
Earl Miller
Montana Power Co
Crow Reservation
H. C. Brown
Koehler
American Fork
Big Timber
Sam E. McDowell
Hardin
Big Shoulder Blade Creek
U.S. National Cemetery
Custer Battlefield
Officials say violent crime campaign continues after arrests
Police reported a blanket bail of 31000 for the guilty and released, as officers stated the campaign against violence remains underway tonight.
For Sale Sulky Plow by Miles Implement Co
Classified notice lists a sulky plow for sale by Miles Implement Co or Mrs Haynie with contact 106K. A separate item notes 321 Lutheran Ladies Aid to serve a supper at the Masonic banquet room Saturday from 5 to 8.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
P. S. O. Sulky Plow
Miles Implement Co
Masonic
Taken Up Black Gelding In Livingston Area
Black gelding, 10 or 11 years old, about 1300 pounds, marked with a shoulder brand. Found in Livingston and kept at Northwestern Rooms. Owner can reclaim by proving property and paying charges. W. Ryan, Big Timber, Mont.
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W. Ryan
Big Timber
Mont
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Jerome Williams
Sweet Grass County
End Press
Postoffice
Bi Timber
Bost
Big ‘Kimber
Gibson Oil Drillers
Forsyth
J. E. Barbour
Frederick Coit
Portland
Reed
Carl Bue
Reed Point
Alice Barbour
Bozeman
Odell
J. B. Hinds
Missoula
Hinds
Jane Dailey
San Francisco
Jessie F. Connolly
Dailey
Virginia City
Helen Solberg
State College
That City
Virgini City
Edgar P. Reid
Baby
Northwestern Rooms
Mabel Baker
House OF
Cincinnati
O—Pianos
Patterson’s
H. W. Rieke
Scandinavian
Big Timber, Montana
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