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Newspaper
Billings Herald
Location
Billings, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1950
Page
9
Citizens across views condemn hoarding of essential goods during wartime. Mrs Nick Mullese and Sam Leone discuss impacts on the public, while Ben Chestnut and Polly of Frozen Foods warn hoarding could trigger rationing and shortages.
McGhee named new city engineer after Chrysler steps down following 13 years as divisional engineer for the Montana highway department. Chrysler resisted private engineering practice, and the council acted Tuesday night to fill the post.
The 26th annual Montana Moose convention in Billings features a 300 plus cast pageant at Billings High School's Day Studio Friday night at 8 40. Fred Buller directs with Gov Bonner to crown Miss Cinderella of the Moose from a local contestant. free public event at the stadium.
City recreation director Walter Zimmermat announced that Route Pool 15 will close Thursday and Friday for cleaning. Swimming classes at South Park on those days are canceled, but regular seasons continue at Athlete Park. Officials note a surge in swimmers during hot weather.
Voters will decide on a 1 250 000 bond for building and improving school facilities. The effort, led by the parent association, collected about 4 720 signatures. District Clerk Edward Lacken filed the petition with county officials for verification. The plan envisions expansion funded by the bond sale.
County draft officials released a Wednesday call detailing examination dates for registrants. Denis H announced exam slots on July 31 August 2 and August 7 with departures on August 10, 9, 14, and 26. Registrants must report changes of address within five days or face legal action.
Billings Montana Moose Lodge No 556 chairs Sun Meth and J. housing lead convention committee with Ed McKenzie and Ire Smith as governors. Women of the Moose nominate Mrs Phi Birck Mrs Cloyd Priestly and Mrs J G Taylor to oversee reception banquet decorations and hall setup while a large roster handles table decor kitchen and children’s activities.
The city council approved a preliminary budget totaling 2,251,280 with an estimated income of 1,530,321.39 leaving 721,? to be raised by taxation. The plan increases capital outlay and expands street repair, park upkeep, and city operations for 1950 51 while noting a rise in general fund and bond interest costs.
A Tellywoull mindlog picture company plans to shoot most outdoor scenes in technicolor in the Billings area for two forthcoming leases around the Dig Barn battle. The producer reportedly titles the project Warliatvie.
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