Death of George L. Symons Montanan Pioneer Leader
George L. Symons a Montanan pioneer business man died in Los Angeles at age 70. He was born November 11 1860 in Watertown New York and later partnered with J E Oppenheimer in Montana. Survivors include widow Jennie Oppenheimer Symons and children Francis Mervin Eleanor. He died peacefully in his arm chair after long local notice.
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Judge criticizes Volstead act maker as 81 violators jailed
Federal Judge George M Bourquin sentenced 81 defendants who pleaded guilty in a swift three hour session, imposing $13,100 in fines and prison terms totalling almost 10 years for 156 Volstead act violations. Thirty pleaded not guilty and await trial January 21 and 22. 16 failed to appear, bonds forfeited, indictments against four dismissed, three due to death.
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George M. Bourquin
Raiders seize two offshore gambling barges near Long Beach
District Attorney Baron Fitts led 52 officers in raids on the Johanna Smith and Rose Isle off Long Beach arresting seven men. He described the ships as asylums for gangsters with machine guns guards and cages for cash. The Caress kidnapping and Ralph Sheldon gun battle are linked to the raids. W. H. Waggoner was critically wounded in the exchange.
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Zeke) Caress
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Rose Isle
Long Beach
Caress
Ralph Sheldon
Chicago
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Long Beach Lireman
Sheldon
Lessons From a Bad Year We Must Not Forget
A 1930 business piece reviews a hard year, noting the Federal Reserve’s role in deflation and the need for renewed credit and confidence to revive industry. It argues monetary policy may both restrain and stimulate growth, highlights global hunger amid surplus, and calls for practical steps to restart prosperity.
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Security of Lucas loan not used against any senator
Joseph R. Nutt, treasurer of the Republican National Committee, says $50,000 in a local bank was used only for bookkeeping and was not spent to oppose any senator. He notes $32,000 went to congressional campaigns and a detailed report is on file in the Capitol.
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Nebraska
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Elks High Officials to Pass Through Butte
Lawrence H. grand exalted ruler and J. E. Masters grand secretary will travel aboard the Olympian Milwaukee train through Butte tomorrow noon en route to Seattle. Butte lodge No. 240 plans to greet them and arrange a delegation to the train.
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Forecast of 1931 business year by John F Sinclair
Financial expert John F Sinclair predicts a tougher first quarter of 1931 but an eventual recovery driven by a mix of industries. He notes 1930 ends with sharp downturns, yet looks for a general upswing as economic activity begins to rise, despite the November index hitting a 30 year low. Continued discussion appears on page 18.
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John F. Sinclair
Homes in quake struck town abandoned
Salta, Argentina reports a deadly quake in La Poma with 39 confirmed dead and 6 more bodies recovered. Residents shelter in public square tents as fear and uncertainty rise over volcanic energy released. Dozens are homeless as recovery continues and casualties mount.
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Texas University Student Charged With Murder
Texas University sophomore Robert L. Williams was charged with murder in the death of his fiancée Elizabeth Johnson, 16, after her body was found in a car outside a church parsonage. Williams said he left the car to speak with the minister about differences, returned to find Johnson dead from a shotgun wound, and claimed the rifle belonged to him.
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Attacking Franchise Loses in Local Court Ruling
Ole Larson and Charles A. Hauswirth lost suits to block Montana Power from obtaining the gas franchise, with Judge Frank L. Riley awarding costs to the plaintiffs. The council will wait 15 days to file exceptions, then decide on January 7 if no appeal is filed. the franchise had been approved by residents.
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Butte Resident Freeholders
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Supreme Court
Margal Joffre Gattigally Loses Battle After Operation
Paris dispatch reports Mareesha Joffre, aged general and defender at the Marne, gravely ill after left leg amputation for arteritis gangrene. Despite doctors' hopes, condition worsened with latest bulletins gloomy. Madame Joffre withholds news as illness continues.
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Prospective Citizen Tells Judge Inside Dope On Republicans
A naturalization candidate Declaretto Martello told Judge Bourquin he belonged to the Republican Party. The admission caused an uproar in federal court as the judge recalled a prior request for the constitution and jokes about Hoyle's Rules on Poker.
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Scores Trampled and Burned at Christmas Party Panic
In Burlington Iowa a Christmas party at the Eagles hall drew 1200 people. Panic broke out as a fire caused by Santa Claus costumes ignite. Scores of men women and children were trampled amid exits. Harvey Jaegar sustained serious burns and was taken to a hospital near death.
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Farm Board Defends Operations In Grain And Cotton
The Farm Board, defending its futures trading in cotton and grain, told Senate Agriculture Chair McNary such actions were needed to prevent large losses and to avoid disturbing market conditions. The missive counters congressional criticism while lawmakers prepare for reconvening, with Senator Steiner continuing remarks.
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Former Notre Dame grid star near death after crash
Port Angeles contractor and former Notre Dame football star George Kuppler was critically injured when his car ran off a road near Shelton Washington and slammed into a stump. He was transported to a hospital with poor chances of recovery.
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Montana Weather Forecast For Weekend
Sunday and Monday in Montana will be fair with rising temperatures especially in the northeast portion Sunday. The outlook calls for pleasant conditions with warmer highs across the region through the weekend.
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Montana
100 Persons Rescued From Runaway Ice Floe
A hardy band of 100 men and boys fishing on Sandusky bay were stranded when their three acre ice sheet broke away. A quick, organized rescue by police, fire and volunteers saved them before reaching rough Lake Erie waters. One woman among the rescued. (Continued on Page 2, Col. 1).
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