Silver Producers Meet In San Francisco For Mint Buy Plan
Director Baker convened western silver producers and refiners in San Francisco to discuss the slump. He said the Mint will buy US produced silver at 1.00 per ounce up to 207 million ounces yearly under the Pitman bill. A negotiable affidavit proving origin and reduction of bullion must accompany all bars.
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San Francisco
United States
Baker
Thomas M. Patterson
Mercantile’ National Bank
Frank Manson
E. B. Braden
John C. Kirchen
Henry M. Reeves
Federal Tax Revision Proposal Attracts Business Leaders
A committee of seventeen presidents of major mercantile and manufacturing firms oversees a plan to replace the current tax system. They argue the reform aims to relieve hardship, urging Congress and the public to consider the proposed changes.
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Congress
Tax reform urged to revive industrial production
A business group argues current taxes burden industry and drive investors to tax exempt securities. They call for rearranging the tax system to reduce artificial price increases, curb undistributed surpluses, and promote expansion and production while avoiding national insolvency. The group says Congress must revise federal taxation to reward industrial output.
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Congress
Unrest and More Money Drive Candy Industry Outlook
Walter K. Louis of the Western Confectionary Assn argues that demand for candy grows as a daily food item. He contends public desire and willingness to pay fuel price rises, noting speculation and an inflationary trend across labor and goods, with prices tied to consumer purchasing power.
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Walter K. Louis
Western Confectionary Assn
Building Costs Seen Staying High as Demand Outpaces Supply
The article argues that the nationwide building boom will not ease soon due to scarce materials, transportation bottlenecks, and labor shortages. It cites S. W. Straus & Co as noting costs may stabilize only after conditions improve, while large New York projects proceed despite higher prices. It also comments on Senator Harding’s practical appeal.
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S. W. Straus & Co
New York City
West
Wilson Seen As Central Figure Of Democratic Party
The article argues President Wilson dominates the party, labeling him the party’s label record and principles. It notes the Democratic convention to be held in San Francisco to decide the program and candidate Wilson will push amid party divisions.
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Wilson
Democratic Party
San Francisco
Kin dergarten economics urged for financial lessons
The speaker warns that sound financial principles are forgotten and calls for basic financial education for the country, likening it to a kindergarten level grasp of economics.
Wheeler Nominated for Montana Governor by Nonpartisan League
Burton K. Wheeler of Butte was named the Montana Nonpartisan League nominee for governor on Tuesday. A former U S district attorney, Wheeler served one term and was chosen despite questions about his farm polity ties.
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Burton K. Wheeler
Butte
Montana Nonpartisan League
Wheeler
United States
League of Farmers
Political intrigue hints at party realignments and nominations
Convention reports suggest a leader may win by acting under the Nonpartisan banner in any primary directed. He urges supporters to join an old party to capture the nomination with covert campaigning tactics. Incumbent attorney general 8. C. Ford leads among nine aspirants. other nominations listed for state offices across counties.
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8. C. Ford
Ole Sanyik
Hin County
R. M. Lord
Cascade County
L. D. Meadors
Richland
Supreme Court
W. W.palmer
Custer County
Harlow
T. A. Thompson
Flathead
Seven candidates enter county race as filing nears end
Seven aspirants have entered the county offices race with petitions still to come. Five are Republicans and two Democrats have declared. W Pendergast filed intent for sheriff on February 10 and Dan Mooney, undersheriff, joined May 22.
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Sheriff
Dan Mooney
Local Races Open With Party Nominations Filed
Republican nominee Fred Kohl filed May 24 for sheriff. John S. Baker, long associated with the county clerk and records office, filed June 17 on the Republican ticket. Democrat James E. Phillips, a rancher, also filed June 17 for sheriff. Democrat W. F. Drummy filed June 17 for public administrator. County Attorney T. E. Gilbert filed June 17 on the Republican side for county attorney.
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Fred Kohl
John S. Baker
Recorders Office
James E. Phillips
W. F. Drummy
Atty. T. E. Gilbert
Ted Harper Post No. 90 Formed in Wisdom
From the Big Hole basin comes word that an American Legion post has been organized at Wisdom to be known as Ted Harper post No. 90. The charter is granted and a meeting last Saturday completed the post formation. The effort followed Wisdom Memorial day programs run by ex servicemen with Postmaster Bell and assistant Jack Hathaway supervising. Membership drive is in earnest with many veterans signing up.
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Big Hole Basin
American Legion
Wisdom
Ted Harper Post
Post
Bell
Jack Hathaway
New Retort Tests Dillon Oil Shale
Article fragment notes Dillon testing new retort methods for oil shale. It discusses cost per ton and indicates figures are lower than the prevailing cost in most areas. Further specifics are not readable in the fragment.
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Dillon
Dillon shale oil near ideal for market use says study
Test samples from near the surface show shale oil content around twenty pounds per ton and good quality. Dr Cross notes the oil compares favorably with well oil of similar gravity and should fetch open market prices. The Dillon deposit lies near active operations with ties to Butte and Anaconda copper interests, including Anaconda’s 200 barrel daily oil use for flotation.
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Colorado
Cross
Dillon Shale
Butte and Anaconda District
Anaconda Company
Derivation of a Man’s Finances Cited in Payment Delays
Fragmentary snippet suggests a discussion on why a man’s finances are strained due to payment issues. The quoted phrases hint at causes but lack clear context, names, or facts to confirm a full story.
Were you happy when you started home from France
A brief exchange recalls leaving France on transports with a small group. The remark hints at mixed emotions about returning home as the voyage began.
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France
Ingenious Fix Sought for Horn That Won’t Blow
John is praised for mechanical skill as someone asks to repair a horn so it will not blow. The exchange centers on a request to fix a horn to silence it.
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Tommy
Lumber Profiteers and the Planked Steak Dispute
A dialogue about price and a meat term confuses a diner and a waiter. The exchange hints at satire on lumber costs and wartime shortages influencing menus and receipts.
The Cootie Close to Man Causes Classroom Laughter
A teacher asks which animal most nearly resembles humans. A quick witted red headed boy quips the cootie, sparking laughter in the classroom.
Laughing Money Lending Quip Sparks Market Banter
A humorous exchange asks if laughter has value and the speaker claims a simple test works. He says he can often borrow five dollars from a man who laughs, highlighting a lighthearted take on social exchange and warmth.
It Was All Paw's Fault
Dialogue from a dusty page shows Willie-Paw asking about bigamy and Paw denying the term, Maw scolding Willie to be quiet as she leads him upstairs for a lesson on keeping his mouth shut.
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Paw
Willie
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TOMS
Eliel Brothers
Hart Schaffner & Marx Clothes
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