The Superannuated Clerk and Civil Pensions
Aged and disabled federal workers haunt Washington bureaus as the need for relief grows. The piece argues for civil pensions funded by salary deductions to retire veterans like clerks remaining on payroll from Lincoln’s era, easing inefficiency without crippling government service.
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Congress
Bureau
Washington
Federal Service
Lincoln
We Judge Ourselves by What We Do Not Yet Do
A reflective statement contrasts self judgment by potential with others assessment by completed deeds, emphasizing personal standard vs external measure. It highlights how ambition and restraint shape reputation and progress.
Funding Allied Debt Bill Heads to Senate Action
Senate Finance Committee approves a bill to fund eleven billion dollars in foreign debts owed to the United States, with maturity by June 15 1947 and interest of at least five percent. Secretary Mellon and Senator Simmons back the changes, committee to report Monday for possible Senate action. total liability includes 11.829 billion dollars with Russia owing 394.245 million.
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Washington
United States
Senate Finance Committee
Penrose
Mellon
Senate
Commission
Secretary of the Treasury
House
Simmons
North Carolina
Congress
Russia
Fergus County Man Linked to Foreclosure in Kennedy Murder Case
A foreclosure suit by Blodgett Loan Co. against Arthur C. Burch and his wife Allie Quayle Burch shows Burch, then a Fergus County resident with a homestead in 1919, signed the mortgage in Lewistown on August 1, 1919. Attorney A. J. Schmidt handled the action and knew Burch well as he faces trial in Los Angeles for J. Belton Kennedy's murder.
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Blodgett Loan Company
Arthur C. Burch
Allie Quayle Burch
Burch
Los Angeles
J. Belton Kennedy
Lewistown
A. J. Schmidt
The Horse Laugh Says Schwab Smile For Better Times
A Life remark notes Charles M Schwab advised smiling to improve conditions though most people would ruin it by laughing aloud. The quote highlights the tension between optimism and skepticism in public mood.
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Charles M. Schwab
Christmas Gift List on S Clark Page Ad
The back of the Christmas cover features nearly 75 gift listings in S Clark's page ad. The compiled catalog highlights assorted items and prices, reflecting seasonal shopping in a community paper.
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S. Clark
Harding Eyes Agreement for Future World Conference Talks
Washington December 5. President Harding hopes for a definite agreement on future meetings to discuss world affairs after the arms conference ends. He aims to avoid creating a rival to the League of Nations while seeking a framework for ongoing consultations among nations. Details and timing of formal proposals remain undecided.
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Washington
Association of National
League of Nations
Versailles
Harding
League
Slaughter Death Ends Desperado Career in Arkansas Hills
Tom Slaughter, a notorious desperado, was killed from behind by J C Howard, a fellow escapee, in Saline county hills after Slaughter led a prison breakout at the Arkansas State prison. One of the five black fugitives is dying from wounds, while others are in custody as officers pursue the remaining band members.
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Little Rock
Ark
Tom Slaughter
Saline County
Liberty
State
Slaughter
J. J. Crow
J. C. Howard
Howard
Benton
Four Steps in Downfall Outlined by Magistrate
Magistrate Stanley outlined four steps in the downfall of a bootleg whiskey drinker, Julio Goman, who pleaded guilty to intoxication. He warned that if he continues drinking, he will end up in Bellevue hospital and then the morgue.
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New York
Stanley
Julio Goman
Station House
Godrt
Bellevue Hospital
Bread That Keeps
Merchant assures customer about bread shelf life claiming loaves stay fresh for two weeks and refusing to accept bulk daily limits. The dialogue hints at market selling practices and consumer questions about spoilage.
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Wight
Fergus County
Arkansas Penitentiary
Desberadoes
Arkansas State Prison
Hing
G. W. Davis
Mgr
State Bank of
Grass Range
Cap’t Scott Lodge
A. F
A. M. Grass Range
Montana
ANK
R. B. Vrooman
In Review Office
E. K. Cheadle
Bank Electric
Lewistown, Mont
Bank-Electric
Grant
Denton
DR. A. M. Knight
Kintzi
French Bros
C. F
Grass Mercantile Store
R. N. Doughty
N. G. Luther Clark
George Creel
Undertaker
Main St
Drs. Pierce & Cox
F. L. Orton
First National Bank
Courtes
Ervice