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Newspaper
Billings Herald
Location
Billings, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1950
Page
9
Census official and local business figures discuss the ancient custom of placing cards on poles and trees to introduce candidates. Supporters call it effective advertising and public outreach, while critics worry about overexposure and voter curiosity driven by visible props before elections.
Rumor says a nine story combination store and office building is in planning, slated for a downtown business district site adjacent to existing developments. The project is described as a major mixed use venture, with rumors of offices and retail space under consideration.
The Rose Society of Billings stages its second non competitive exhibit Friday at Anders on Oldsntovile showroom 3211 First Avenue North. Doors open 1 to 9 pm with free admission. Roses include red yellow white bi color Peace Floor bombs miniature climbing and more in arrangements and table displays. Show chair Mrs Paul Nilson and co chairwoman Mrs H Nelson lead a committee including Mrs C F Parvis publicity and others. The first exhibit drew hundreds from near and far.
Howard Harding news commentator vents against firecrackers and their commercial drive. He cites illegal sales near Billings, a child's injury from a firecracker, and urges parents to see the danger and moral failings of sellers.
Bulings city officials urge property owners to trim hedges and overhanging branches on corner lots to eight feet above sidewalks. The chief of police notes many obstructions reduce motorist visibility and cites a zoning rule forbidding growth between front yard lines and street lines that blocks sight. Violations carry penalties under the ordinance.
In Billings the practice of posting candidate cards on fences and poles persists, a holdover from earlier days. Despite laws against advertising on property, many residents accept the display as common. The image shows a drive with trees and a pole bearing a card left for more than two years.
Local radio amateurs from the Southern Montana Amateur Radio club prepare for the 14th annual national field day disaster communications drill. Operators will power portable stations at Lake Elma near Billings starting 4 p.m. Sunday, testing emergency telegraph and radiotelephone links with generators and a naval reserve unit. Local stations include Walt Martin, Les Crauler, Ed Brown, Ralph Mee Bride, Dick Behrendt, Harry Dill, Pete Guth, Fred Bartlett, Carl Lanzendorfer, Ed Rimmer, and Emmett.
Local vendors and users were cautioned after a set of four complaints led to arrests and stock seizures. Each defendant pled guilty and was fined five dollars by Justice of the Peace Emil Barberg who warned of stiffer penalties under state law. Residents report concern over dangerous fireworks sales with alleged incidents including firecrackers used against vehicles and injuries to children, prompting police and sheriff actions.
Federal Communications Commission denied KGNL and WDAY applications and approved KOON construction permit in Billings. KOON will be 970 on the dial and must be on the air within 90 days. Local station KGNL and WDAY face permit denial, while KOON resumes building with urgency.
A Monday night meeting led by William J. Hagen of Go Western debated continuing the crossroad celebration amid a $2,700 deficit. A plan to have the Junior Chamber of Commerce take over, and funds to send float queens to Minnesota’s centennial in July, were discussed as officials warned of possible disbandment if local support does not improve.
Park officials announced that the main city pools and wading areas will open this Friday for the season. Temperature is expected to be mild for early swimming with higher heat later in the week. safety precautions will be enforced and the recreation department predicts a banner season exceeding last year’s attendance. The recreation department notes growing popularity of swimming and fully booked classes.
The YuMC.A. fund drive reported progress and a tally of 103,567 dollars as of Wednesday. Chairman Mearl L. Fagg said elderly residents and youth parents in Billings showed strong interest. Volunteers plan to contact about 33 prospects next week to reach 60,000 in the first phase for building completion, with 75,000 more aimed at equipment and operating the first year.
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