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Newspaper
Dillon Examiner
Location
Dillon, Montana, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 1932
Page
2
The Dillon Examiner notes editorial and business correspondence should be directed to the editorial department and business management at Dillon Montana as per standard second class matter filing.
A critique notes Erickson calls bonded debt a state debt while the university debt is paid by tax levies. It claims the general fund warrant debt rose from 3.2 million in June 1925 to 4.481 million by October 1, 1932, during his term.
The speaker lambasts state debt figures while mixing terms such as state indebtedness bonded indebtedness and warrant debt. He notes three bond issues are separate from the general fund deficit, arguing the increase lies in warrant debt rather than total indebtedness.
The text argues that Erickson’s tenure raised debt by $1.2 million and explains bonded debts are paid by taxes chosen by the people. It states the governor has no role in those debts and warns voters against being deceived by such statements in his address.
A sheepherder asked a bank for 300 dollars saved during Hoover’s administration. He explained he would bet every cent on Hoover, saying Roosevelt’s election would ruin it anyway.
Otto Gosman outlines a record of fiscally careful county government in Beaverhead. He notes a long tenure as public official since 1906 including sheriff and commissioner roles, and pledges to maintain low taxes through economy and supervision. He asks voters for support as a Republican candidate.
The article outlines two paths to constitutional amendments: Congress proposes by two thirds and ratification by three fourths of states or by state conventions. or legislatures of two thirds of states can trigger a national convention to propose amendments, with ratification by three fourths of states. It notes that prohibition varies by state.
Warnestly soliciting the support of Beaverhead County voters at the general election on November 8. I promise efficient conduct of my duties. Paid political advertisement.
George M. Melton argues for rapid yet careful planning to implement changes across states. He warns that Georgia standards may not satisfy Illinois or Montana, and urges senators and representatives to craft state fitting solutions for the next four years.
Montanans face five party tickets and two constitutional amendments in a statewide election on November 8. Ballot layout includes a vacancy-filling proposal for county commissioners and a measure on property qualifications for voters choosing to incur public debt. Voters will also select four presidential electors, congressmen in two districts, and numerous state and local offices amid party slates including Democrats Republicans Communists and Liberty.
Montana dairy official M. K. Button warns that not all so called city eggs in Dillon are fresh. He notes storage eggs from reliable dealers often offer better value and explains grading rules under the new Montana law.
The article lists candidates for lieutenant governor attorney general secretary of state treasurer auditor superintendent of public instruction railroad commissioner and more from parties including democrat republican socialist communist and liberty with names and hometowns such as Missoula Broadview Plains Roberts Great Falls Kalispell Belknap Hobson Butte Helena Miles City Livingston Conrad Whitefish Red Lodge and Great Falls.
State of Montana Beaverhead County bank cash balance sworn to by I J W Rees cashier on October 7 1932. Notary H K Bulger attests. commission expires February 11 1933. Directors J H Gilbert G D Combes W W Hawkins attest.
The article notes about 80 percent of storage eggs are sold as standards or third grade, misleading to the public. Mr Button urges familiarity with state grades and explains four grades specials extras standards and trades, with specials guaranteeing the best eggs.
Nine young transients ages 16 to 21 on the Northern Pacific right of way near Missoula cemetery paused and saluted a funeral procession as a United States flag draped car crossed the tracks. Witnesses said the moment showed enduring patriotism despite hard times.
Classified notice for a 520 acre farm with dependable water rights suitable for cattle bogs and dairying located in Dillon Montana. Asking price of 20 dollars per acre with easy payments offered by C C Newman.
Legals notice from the Department of the Interior Great Falls office announces Edwin Kitworth of Dell Montana intends to prove up a stockraising homestead claim for multiple parcels in Township 148 Range 11 W Principal Meridian. The hearing is set for November 7 1932 before U S Commissioner F A Hazelbaker in Dillon with witnesses William L Peterson Earl Hark ness George A Whitworth and Bernard L Whitworth all of Dell Montana.
The 101st Montana Legislature proposes amending Section 2 of Article IX to change who may vote in general elections for state officers and people’s questions. The measure directs submission of the proposed amendment to Montana’s qualified electors at the next general election. The text outlines age and qualifications for voting and references future elections and amendments.
Notice recalls a 1931 Montana act proposing to amend Article IX Section 2 to set voter qualifications and felon restrictions, with separate ballots for and against the amendment. It includes certification by Secretary of State Harmon and a district court dissolution notice for White Investment Company with a hearing set October 17, 1932 in Dillon.
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