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19 Jun 1919
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Newspaper
Big Timber Pioneer
Location
Big Timber, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1919
Page
1
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Protracted probate action over John H. Harvat estate involves distribution of Liberty and local properties while a separate whiskey theft ring is busted near Merrill. Officers Det. Randall report caches of whiskey valued around $4000, with suspects named Brindle, Mat, Schilling, and Te mans.
A Montana Senator sent a note praising recent senators Walsh of Neen and Walsh for their proper standing. The message thanks Secretary Tumulty for transmitting the appreciation to the Senate and notes positive regard for their service.
Samuel Gompers AFL president urged the senate judiciary committee to exempt beer containing 23 4 percent alcohol from national prohibition. He warned labor would not accept nationwide prohibition and spoke amid a large Capitol Hill demonstration by organized labor.
At Westmoreland flying field near Portland two fliers were killed when a stunt plane crashed. Victims were W. B. Hutchenson, a rancher from near Walla Walla, and Sergeant John Milkowski of the Mather Field Army Flying Force. Hutchenson had recently purchased the machine in California and piloted it on a flight toward his home. The crash occurred as the aircraft reportedly nosedived near the earth, smashing the craft and mangling both men.
In Bismarck North Dakota a Supreme Court ruling in a four to one decision on a bond issue raises questions about the new league amendment removing bonded debt limits. Chief Justice A M Christinson Hall withheld signature until the court’s experience is considered. The signatures are expected to be completed by Monday as Justice Hall travels north for the signing.
Berlin reports say amended peace terms trigger strong sentiment in Germany and potential allied intervention. Reconciliations between Count von Brockdorff-Rantzau and Mathias Erzberger noted, while Berlin reporters warn terms could reopen hostilities. Washington dispatches say cabinet opposition remains, with Marshal Foch preparing eastward advance and bootlegging probes looming in the U S.
Funeral services were held at the Congregational church Saturday afternoon for Mrs. Lucinda J. Prather age 66. Rev. Joseph Pope officiated with a double quartet and pallbearers named. Interment followed at Mountain View Cemetery near the Prather ranch where she had lived since 1882 after moving from Oregon. She was remembered as a grand, noble woman with strong local ties and many floral tributes at the service.
A court case named Slivers involving Carl Munson and Sigurd Hansen progresses as they await jury selection. The defense and prosecution prepare in anticipation of the trial.
Testimony on the Lune case before Justice Kiethley recaps police efforts to arrest Lund while Slivers Munson and Sigurd Han interfered. Sheriff Long and Under Sheriff Bass describe Munson striking the sheriff and beating the officer, with Walker recounting the broader scuffle and gun removal. Bail set at $1,000 with Hansen and Hoem as sureties.
President Wilson, amid a divided Senate, moves to take the League of Nations covenant directly to the public. He will begin after returning from Paris with a tentative western tour likely to focus on states where opposition is strongest. The step coincides with Senate debates on Knox’s resolution against ratification.
Atlantic City June 17. Amid uproar AFL delegates rejected calls to back a general strike for July 4 in solidarity with Tom Mooney. They also debated Bolshevism and Russia policy with a vote against recognizing Soviet Russia or lifting the blockade while awaiting a democratic Russia.
An early flight report notes Lieutenant Arthur W Brown and crew completing an Atlantic crossing from St Johns Newfoundland to Ireland. The landing occurred in the morning, marking a historic transatlantic achievement for the Vickers Vimy Biplaine.
The Farmers' Co operative Union of Sweet Grass County was organized at the Auditorium Monday with about 200 members. Harry Hawks of Grey Cliff state vice president presided, A J Brown of Big Timber spoke, and officers were elected including A J Brown president and Harry Moffett vice president.
In Washington on June 14 P J Noonan acting international president of the Electrical Workers union announced the cancellation of the threatened strike by electrical workers. The decision followed Postmaster General Burleson issuing orders granting telephone company employers the right to bargain collectively.
Helena June 14 Montana Attorney General Ford rules near beer and all beverages with any alcohol content are prohibited. The decision bans manufacture or sale of such drinks and advises railway officials to seize contraband products or face prosecution under state law.
Governors of 21 states promised to call special sessions to ratify the suffrage amendment, pending similar action from others to reach the 36 states required. Replied positively: South Dakota, Illinois, Arizona, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, Wisconsin, Alabama, Michigan, Arkansas, Kansas, New Hampshire, Ohio, Iowa, Colorado, California, Rhode Island, New York, Maine, Indiana, Nebraska. Illinois Wisconsin Michigan already ratified. Non committal: North Dakota Utah Oklahoma.
Ernest Lister, governor of Washington, died in Seattle at 8:35 a.m. after a period near death. A Tacoma iron moulder turned politician, Lister was elected in 1912 and 1916, noted for activity and rugged mental vigor. He once refused railroad passes as state board of control chair.
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