Montana public school costs rise by two million dollars
Montana's public school program for next year is expected to cost about 24 million dollars, an increase of two million over the current term. G. R. Anderson, education association official, outlined the funding gaps and potential tax schemes at a county conference, noting 1947 appropriations and available state land and miscellaneous income.
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Montana
G. R. Anderson
Montana Education Association
Teins Wares
Lass
Anderson
Tie
Anderson Seld
District Head Would Retain Indian Office
District 2 superintendent Paul L. Dickinger warns abolishing the Indian services district office would create confusion and public logs. He notes Montana North Dakota South Dakota Wyoming and Nebraska rely on its technicians and two probate examiners. Eliminating the office could force 18 agencies to hire specialists at high cost and delay work by sending matters to Washington. The piece discusses paternalistic control, calls for more tribal freedom, and mentions a proposal to make natives pay probate costs for competency judgments.
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House Appropriations Committee
Indian Services District
Paul L. Dickinger
District
Montana
North Dakota
South Dakota
Wyoing
Nebraska
Fickinger
Washington
District 2
House
Pickinger
Indian Service
Ling
Most Dangerous Seat Next to Driver in Car Safety Study
Detroit surgeon Dr Chae Li Styniihehief of Mastic surgery at Wi Wurper hospital warns the front seat beside the driver carries high risk. He notes many young female patients in that seat suffer head injuries after crashes and urges removal of knobs and sharp edges to reduce casualties while the driver’s seat remains safest near the steering wheel.
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Chicago
Detroit
Chae Li
Wi Wurper Hospital
Isp Salah
Go Western Days A Huge Success
The Go Western parade crowned Cone Vannoy of Billings queen of the West in a grand spectacle drawing about 40,000 spectators and 7,000 rodeo attendees. Queen contestants included Joye LeCair Riverton Wyoming Erma Jordan Bozeman Maree Lee Nelson Sheridan Wyoming Dorothy Schwend Hardin and Comite Vannoy Billings. The event, sponsored by the parade committee, aims to become a national attraction with plans for even grander Go Western celebrations.
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Cone Vanenoy
West
Sons of Pioneers
Waiter Nye
Grand Piarshal
Ale Kall Creek
Hollywood
Zann Zumwalt
Angela
Joye LeCair
Riverton
Wyo
Erma Jordan
Bozeman
Maree Lee Nelson
Sheridan
Dorothy Schwend
Hardin
Comite Vannoy
Mies Billings
Winning Ball Than May Miss Its Bus
Murray McBride, chairman of Yellowstone Post No 4 American Legion, says the group must sell a bus to transport the junior baseball team. He notes the drive faces tough times but urges members to push hard to ensure transportation and team needs.
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Yellowstone Post No. 4
American Legion
Murray McBride
Op Ram
Legion Post
Legion
McBrite
Humane Association Checks Horse Race
James Barger, director for the Rocky Mountain region of the America Humane Association, inspected endurance horse races from Sheridan to Billings and Douglas. He found the two day event harsh on horses, noting only 1 out of 29 starters finished, and urged emphasis on prevention and education over punishment. He warned the board may act if extreme pressure continues.
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America Humane Association
Sheridan
Wyo
James RB
Parker
Phoenix
Ariz
Rocky Mountain
Barger
Hardin
U. S
Canada
Billings
Douglas
Wye
Scenic Highway Opens to Yellowstone Entrance
Scenic highway to the northeast entrance of Yellowstone National Park opened Wednesday with cars leaving Red Lodge over the Red Lodge Cooke City route. The road was mostly clear and dry though many sections were cut by mud and bighway obstructions. Crews worked along the route keeping travel possible as many out of state motorists lined up in the convoy.
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Yellowstone National Park
Red Lodge
Cooke City
Bighway Obe
Legion Post to Highlight Teen Dances in National Magazine
Yellowsane Post No. 4 Aymeri Legion of Billings to be featured in a forthcoming American Legion magazine issue. The series will showcase weekly Friday teen dances at the Legion hall with human interest photos and dancing contests. James P. Egim, chairman, says the post is noted for outstanding activities.
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Yellowsane Post
Aymerican Legion of Billings
United States
American Legion
Pebication
Organ
Toton
Merazine
Legion Hall
Legion
Took Legion 4008
Vetter
James P. Egim
Billings’ Post
Montana Drivers Face Exams After July First
Montana motorists applying for 1348 driver's licenses after July 1 must pass driving examinations under state highway patrol orders. Sheridan said renewals may be issued without test if applicants prove safe operation for at least one year after the law's effective date, using a satisfactory evidence standard.
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Montana
Charles Sheridan
Helena
Sheridan
First Girls State Starts Here Friday
Plans unfold for Montana’s first Girls State to be held in Billings Friday through the following week. One hundred fifty high school girls will attend, chosen for leadership, character, honesty, and courage. The Montana State Auxiliary will provide directors and counselors skilled in government study for a seven day session themed democracy at work. Delegates will learn city, county and state government and elections firsthand. They will use the college gymnasium, library, tennis courts, and athletic fields. A daily newspaper is planned alongside social and athletic events and political tributes. County and primary elections occur Saturday and Monday, with state elections Tuesday. Hugh Adair will administer oaths after an address by Dr. George A. Gelke. The state governor will address the legislative assembly on Tuesday. Welcome remarks Friday will be given by Mrs. Howard King and Mrs. Wyco Wallace.
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Imontiain
Billings
Wim i
Rocky ‘Mountain
Montana
Amurjea Region
Department of Manians
Xo Wow Ibelians
Hugh Adair
Montana Supreme Court
George A. Gelke
Greater
University of Mentena
Legislative Assembly
Howard King
Great Parls
Auxiliary Department
Wyco Wallace
May a Bad Month For Billings Youth
Billings and Yellowstone County officials note a spike in juvenile cases in May with 71 delinquency reports. Probation Officer Thorburn cites school year end and June activities as factors, with delinquent boys outnumbering girls and runaways more common among girls. Emphasis shifts to self discipline and wholesome outlets, per survey highlighted by the Herald.
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Billings
Yellowstone
Ravers Thorburn
Thorburn
Poole
Solaylor
Herald
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