11 Apr 1929
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Newspaper
The Montana Standard
Location
Butte, Montana, United States of America
Date
Apr 11, 1929
Page
1
Washington dispatch reports Charles G. Dawes will meet major issues in London as Hoover's representative, including naval arms limits and the Kellogg arbitration treaty to replace the Root pact, with seas freedom and the Hughes era treaty under review.
A tornado swept through Swifton and Alicia areas causing heavy damage and many fatalities. Altman Mercantile of Swifton reported up to 40 killed and said a full overnight check would be needed. Separate reports from Parkin note two Black victims and loss of communications.
Ambassador Houghton retires after four decades in business and public service. Former Vice President Dawes will succeed him as ambassador to Great Britain, a post valued for influence and substantial expenses beyond its $17,500 annual salary.
Northwest police and sheriffs sought two young men who abandoned a car near Helena after removing surgical instruments, believed linked to the Los Angeles torso murder case. snow delayed Helena police work as they awaited further word.
Former Florida governor and Baptist minister Sidney J. Catts denounces an indictment as a frame up. A capias for his arrest on charges of aiding an alleged counterfeiting ring was en route for service by the federal marshal in the northern district of Florida. He indicated he might surrender or await service tomorrow at Defuniak Springs.
Miscellaneous notice offers a large Victrola in mahogany finish used little for sale. Originally $225, sacrifice price $75. Contact phone numbers 5609 and 626 for details.
Former President Calvin Coolidge accepts a director role with New York Life Insurance. He will be paid $20 for each directors meeting and $20 per committee meeting, with annual director fees in the range reported for the prior year.
Harry L. Hanson, receiver, sought court guidance on claims as the Yegen Bros bank receivership nears closure around May 15. Judge William E. Carroll issued orders to pursue substantial claims in court and sell minor ones to highest bidders. Dividends totaling 20 percent were issued to creditors.
Bubbling Over led nine rivals on a heavy track to win the $30,000 Butte Y Derby supported by Tony Knievel. The event drew $13,598.05 in total prize money with 3,811 points and 27 memberships reported at the Roundup club luncheon.
New York officials report a letter from Congressman Leonidas C. Dyer demanding the return of funds he lost buying Hiram Walker stock. He argues the firm is a Canadian liquor distillery and the curb market had no right to list such shares. Dyer, a Republican on the judiciary committee, noted his stance on dry measures. Officials declined to comment or release further details.
Butte fire laddies in 1929 will wear new uniforms tailored for the Montana fire fighters convention in the Mining City on July 15. Ears pinned back and perm waves are mentioned as part of their stylish preparation.
Police Judge Dan Shea of Butte says women are bringing whiskey flasks to local dance halls. He plans to push an ordinance for a police matron empowered to arrest women with flasks, citing multiple cases in his court.
Five people died when a Mexican Aviation Co. single engine Fairchild cabin plane crashed at Tampico flying field during an early flight to Brownsville Texas. Victims include pilots Dennis W. Taylor and Blaine Newcomb and passengers J A Fernandez G A Frazier J Robinson all tied to Detroit Brownsville Tampico New York ties noted.
More than 1,000 Butte residents joined the grand opening of the Gold Camp staged by Silver Bow Post No. 1 American Legion at the city hall auditorium. The event featured a 20 entrant male beauty contest, drum and bugle band parades, and nightly car openings through April 20 with new attractions.
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