Montana lawmakers weigh higher taxes against slot machine ban
Montana lawmakers debate tightening slot machine taxes after 1941 revenue of 250815, with calls to outlaw most machines except those licensed to fraternal and charitable groups. A lone woman lawmaker proposes legalizing gambling with licenses ranging from 750 to 30000 per year and distributing funds to state counties and towns. The piece also touts Whitefish White Mountains ski events and Montana’s tourism potential, plus local notes and letters from Worden on beet labor wages.
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Shore Family Gains Bona Fide Residency
A Billings family is now considered bona fide residents after nearly a year. They secured a four party-line tele se, reflecting a return to normalcy amid changing local conditions.
Voice of the People letter guidelines for readers
The Herald invites letters on local, state, and national issues. Readers should include signature and address, though these may be omitted if requested. Letters are preferred longer and typed if possible, with preference given to well-crafted pieces for publication.
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Letter on Theatre Exit Safety Over Parking Meters
A reader writes to commend the newspaper and urges attention to parking meters placed in front of theatres. The letter argues that reserved exit zones are vital for rapid egress in fires and warns against blocking theatre exits for revenue.
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Readers urged on water supply streets and golf course
A letter to The Herald from a reader urges Billings readers to debate local concerns. He proposes gravity fed soft water, four city sections for street numbering, and a new public golf course, noting Broadway as a central axis for street numbering and urging wider discussion in the newspaper.
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