Pork purchases save Montana state funds in wartime era case
Testimony before Judge Horsey Rankin stated fifteen thousand dollars were saved by buying pork from Frank Conley for the state prison during wartime. The suit seeks thirty thousand dollars, alleging a prohibited sale by an individual to the state. Proceedings covered the third and fourth causes of action with cross examinations and wardens' house supplies under review.
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Montana
Frank Conley
Harsky
Conley
Rankin
Mr. Conley
I. F. O'Connor
Judge O'Connor
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Wellington D. Rankin
ISH HOT AT BATTLE ON BORDER
Dublin June 5 Michael Collins head of the provincial government demands a full inquiry into the Pettigar incident amid tensions with British authorities. An Irish communique from Heggars Hush says only regular republican army troops remain in the district and claims British troops were never fired on. Enniskillen sector quiet as Republicans evacuate Belleek area. no new military moves reported.
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Associated Priase
Michael Collins
Pettigar
Feen
Heggars' Hush
Irish Republican Army
Conley case details pork sales to prison under scrutiny
The Associated Press reviews proceedings in the Great Conley case with former Warden Frank Conley testifying on pork contracts selling to the prison from 1908 to 1921 at low rates. He disputes improper motives and asserts the board wanted cheap meat for the state, while questions about Johnson’s name and use of prison supplies persist. The trial before Judge A J Horsky continues, with testimony touching on Valitou ranch actions and prison supply usage at private residences.
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Maniana Penitentiary
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Valitou Ranch
Facmter
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Conley
Board of Prison Commissioners
Park
Nama
Wellington JD
Rankin
Ian
Sen
John
Wartt Springs Asylum
DB. M. Kelly
Kelly
Retail Coal Prices to Rise Says Hoover Informed
Washington reports that retail coal prices are expected to move higher after new mine price increases. Secretary Hoover was informed by National Retail Coal Merchants Association chair Toferle Stephens that a cooperation pledge aims to curb runaway pricing during strikes. Stephens argues a $9.50 a ton ceiling at the mine could raise consumer costs by about $1.78 per ton, with immediate price gains seen in New York and Chicago.
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Hoover
Toferle Stephans
New York
Ab Rectors
National Retail Coal Merchants Association
Mover
Commerce Department
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Mr. Noover
Afr. Stephens
Maing
Northwest
Chicago
Sunburst Oil and Gas hits big well in Kevin field
Dispatches report Sunburst Oil and Gas struck a sizable oil well in the Kevin Sunburst field. The discovery lies in section d4 township 36 north range 2 west, about six miles west and two north of the Gordon Campbell Kevin syndicate No 1. Initial flow is around 100 barrels with estimates up to 500. The well reached the second sands, 1550 feet deep, with oil observed at 2:30 p m local time.
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Great Falls
the Tribune
Sunburst Oil and Gas Company
Township
Tange 2
Kevin-Sunburst
Gordon Campbell-Kevin Syndicate
Knetenai
Dorsey Hafer
Hotel at Pipestone Springs Destroyed by Fire
The Pinestone Springs hotel was gutted by a blaze today causing extensive losses estimated at 40,000 pounds. George McPherson, a guest, was overcome by smoke and rescued with difficulty. several guests suffered loss of personal property as the frame structure burned rapidly despite efforts to save the plunge and bathhouse.
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Butte
Pinestone Springs
George McPherson
Esinake
Phillips in Custody on a Fraud Charge
John Laws Phillips, Republican state chairman of Georgia, surrendered to a deputy U S marshal on arrival from Philadelphia. He was arraigned before U S Commissioner Mitt, waived examination, released on 23000 bail for grand jury action in a wartime contract fraud case involving disposal of lumber.
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Associated Press
Washington
John Laws Phillips
Toreorgia
Department of Justice
United States
Sure Plus
Lillian Russell Dies at Pittsburg Home
Associated Press reports Lilian Russell Moore died at her Pittsburg home at 2 20 this morning after several days illness. The noted stage beauty of Whvore and the burg Leader era is remembered for her years in theater and public life.
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Pittsburg
Associated Press
Pitsburg
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Alexander P. Moore
Leburg
Army Court Finds Nicholson Guilty
Major Malcolm Wheeler Nicholson was found guilty by a court martial at Camp Dix on a charge of violating the sixth article of war for writing and sending a letter to the president charging that Prussianism existed. He was sentenced to a fine of 50 dollars and reduced in rank behind other majors.
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Wrightstown
Nct
Malcolim Wheeler-Nicholson
Camp Dix
Roberson Elected President of Tocomoilys Firermatt and Engine
David B. Roberson of Cleveland Ohio was elected president of the Brotherhood of Tocomoilys Firermatt and Engine mentela today, succeeding W Garter. The brief note from Mounton Texas attributes the leadership change to the association's annual meeting.
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Associated Press
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W. & Garter
Supreme Court Rules Labor Unions Are Within Sherman Act
The Supreme Court holds labor unions may be prosecuted under the Sherman Anti-Trust Act for restraint of interstate commerce and may be sued, in a decision led by Chief Justice Taft. The United Mine Workers of America had appealed a ruling over damages stemming from coal mine strikes in Arkansas, with questions on parties to sue, incorporation, conspiracy, evidence of restraint, and jury instructions.
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Association
Taft
United Mine Workers of
Aaterica
No Early Action Likely on Muscle Shoals Imbroglio
Washington reports two bills authorize Secretary Weeks to execute contracts with Henry Ford and transfer 106 million dollars for power and nitrate projects at Muscle Shoals Alabama. Aimed to accept Ford offer while excluding the Gorgas steam plant, with another measure calling for unconditional compliance. Both measures expected to be deferred for committee study and delivery of authors reports before further action.
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Henry Ford
Mascla Shoals
Alabama
Ons
Chate- Mian McKensie
Minola
Pord
Gorgas
Wright
Georgia
Billy
Harding urges retention of Army personnel provisions in bill
President Harding writes to Senate Appropriations Chair Warren urging retention of provisions for officers and national guard in the army appropriation bill. He supports larger forces, warns against early cuts, and says national defense under the act is of vital importance as House provisions are opposed by Senate conferees. The letter arrives as House and Senate begin conference talks.
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Harding
Warren
Senate
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National Guard
Yhe
Capitol
House
Troops to Stay on Rhine at Coblenz Past July First
Washington reports a small force of American troops will remain at Coblenz on the Rhine beyond July 1 to comply with allied requests. The move follows instructions tied to the planned completion of evacuations of German territory.
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Rhine
Washington
Gremany
Coblenz
Cabinet Resigns In Tokyo Under Takahashi
Tokyo June 6 The cabinet of Prime Minister Takahashi resigned today as the government faces political shifts. Officials said the decision comes after mounting pressures within the ruling party and amid calls for changes in leadership.
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Tokio
Associated Press
Takahashi
Missoula and Flathead Hit by Severe Hail and Flood Storm
Missoula and Polson areas faced a damaging storm with hail, rain and wind. Windows shattered, store losses cited, basements flooded, and crops damaged across Missoula Flathead regions with reports of intensified severity near the valley.
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Missoula
Flathead
Goits
Polson
Here
Flathead Lake
Teacher in Elgin Ended Life After 25 Years Service
Miss Mary 2. Long, who served 25 years as a teacher in Elgin schools, killed herself by poison after being ousted. A citizens committee demands the school board reinstate four other dismissed teachers and discharge the superintendent.
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Mary 2
Free Copy of the Constitution Offer by American Peace Society
Readers are invited to obtain a free bundle containing the Declaration of Independence, the Articles of Confederation, and the Constitution along with authoritative historical notes. Limited supply. request form requires name and address plus two cents postage.
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American Peace Society
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