Death of Gov Oscar Allen Triggers Louisiana Political Shakeup
New Orleans January 28 A sudden death of Governor Oscar Kelly Allen head of Huey Long’s machine triggers rapid political moves. Lieutenant Governor James A Noe flies to Baton Rouge to take oath as governor with Leche to assume office May 18. Allen died at 10 40 am after a brief illness, leaving Long allies scrambling as Noe and others maneuver amid factional tensions and the ongoing Long influence in Louisiana politics.
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Butte Airport Cold Snap Fells Statewide Weather
A cold wave battered Montana with subzero readings and heavy snow. Montana Power reports temperatures from zero to 10 below in northern areas, five inches of snow in western Montana, and travel remaining normal as the storm’s edge moves east. Ice belt states see rising temperatures as the subzero spell ends.
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Two Montanans Found Slain in Thompson Falls Area
In Thompson Falls area near Noxon Montana Mr and Mrs William F Held were found dead at their home. Sheriff Johnston said the Helds were victims of either murder or suicide, both shot. He went with the coroner to investigate. A note on extinct finback lizard follows.
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Chamber votes for cut in expenses and balanced budget
The chamber approved reductions in expenditures and a balanced budget by a large majority. The vote favored ending federal expenditures directed at expanding government activities competing with private business. It also rejected using federal taxing power to coerce social or economic readjustments, deeming revenue incidental.
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Borah urges living platform and forward progress in GOP
Borah defends constitutional ideals and federal pension notions while denouncing monopoly regimentation and political pledges. He calls for a living Republican platform close to voters, rejects nullifying neutrality, and warns the party must move forward or risk replacement. Pickets protest anti lynching stance as Borah addresses crowd.
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Amell
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W. Kingsland Macy
New York State
Republicans Look to Landon at Women’s Meeting Today
The text notes a Landon appearance at a women's gathering as part of a broad national campaign. It states he has commented little on national issues and would keep his own intentions private. He called the upcoming campaign one of the most crucial of their generation.
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Solon Attacks Supreme Court Power in Railroad Bill
Washington January 28 Representative Monaghan of Montana urged curbs on the supreme court and lower federal judges ability to strike down new railroad retirement laws while introducing a measure. Helena district judge H H Ewing drew attention by filing an expense claim for only one way fare from Great Falls to Conrad claiming he hitch-hiked home. Crow Agency Charles Smokey Wilson, a Black man adopted by the Crow, is critically ill. he was brought to Montana in 1860 and adopted by the tribe in 1902.
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Smokey) Wilson
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King George funeral procession in London and Windsor
The vast royal pageant for King George's funeral unfolds through Westminster and Windsor. monarchs, princes, and dignitaries march amid massive crowds, with police and troops guarding gun carriages, carriages, and chimes as bells toll. Hundreds are injured in the crush while arrangements ensure safety amid rain and glare from cameras.
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Jury term opens in Powell county court in Deer Lodge
Deer Lodge Montana January 28 Special At 10 o'clock Wednesday morning the jury term of court in Powell county will open with District Judge R E McHugh presiding. Jurors listed include Arthur Murray Peter Kelson J B MacGillvary W R Howe and many others from Deer Lodge Helmville Elliston Ovando and Avon.
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R. E. McHugh
Arthur Murray
Peter Kelson
J. &. MacGillvary
W. R. Howe
W. N. Weber
Howard Denton
Lloyd Cowan
I. 8. Speck
John Steinberger
J. EB. Perkins
P. W. Brance
W. M. Lintz
John A. Strong
Robert M. Powell
Honus Gerstacker
L. W Curn
J. B. Hare
Wynn Ward
Charles Colbert
Walter A. Kimberly
Fred L. Davis
Avon
Goittrick Kruse
Jens
Mrs Boedecker Seriously Ill in Deer Lodge
Mrs L Boedecker remains confined to her Cottonwood avenue home with visitors barred after returning from Rochester where she had an operation. Her condition worsened on the train home to Deer Lodge, prompting medical attendants and a nurse to board the train mid-journey. Chief Lb C Boedecker of the highway patrol is in Deer Lodge due to her illness.
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Butte Visitors Include Railway Officials From Seattle and Salt Lake
W P Teegarden of Seattle general agent for the Wisconsin and Michigan railway A J Connelly of Salt Lake traveling freight agent for the Wabash and George W Ter ry of Salt Lake general agent for the Wabash are among visitors to Butte.
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Royal funeral procession at Westminster Abbey royal hues and mournful crowds
King Edward and Queen Mary led a solemn procession at Westminster Abbey for King George and Queen Mary’s service. Queen Mary displayed steadfast composure while King Edward showed evident emotion during Abide With Me. Princesses Elizabeth and Margaret Rose appeared shy beside their aunt Queen Maud of Norway. Troops saluted as mourners lingered despite police efforts before dispersing. Americans consume about 4 billion soft drink bottles yearly.
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Roosevelt Birthday Ball Plans Complete
Plans for the Roosevelt Birthday ball are complete for January 30 at Colbert Hirst hall in Deer Lodge. Merchants display window themes mark the event while high power radio sets will relay the president's annual message. Dancing will continue late into the night.
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Colbert Hirst Hall
William Hoskins
Bonus blanks for war veterans baby bonds form
A form for applying for baby bonds with adjusted service certificates is being rushed from Washington to Herb Kibler American Legion adjutant for Montana. Kibler will copy and distribute the form to post adjutants, with expected arrival in Butte late this week. Ex veterans are urged to file through the Legion rather than sending directly to the veterans administration.
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American Legion
Montana
Earle N. Genzberger
Veterans’ Organization
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Butte
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Day recounts Loeb attack in prison after Franks slaying
Richard Day[] claimed he wrested a razor from Nathan Leopold and fought Loeb in their Chicago prison cell. Day said he killed Loeb during a confrontation after Loeb threatened him with the razor. Guards differed on details as authorities ordered an inquest into Loeb’s death. Clarence Darrow expressed mixed feelings, noting the brutal history of Leopold and Loeb's crime and sentencing.
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Young Voters Show Strong Roosevelt Tilt In Polls
A nationwide Institute of Public Opinion survey finds young voters aged 21 to 24 favor Roosevelt over the Republican candidate by 65 to 35 percent in January. The same group shows higher support for increases in military appropriations and a stronger belief conditions under prohibition are better. Gallup notes turnout and engagement vary by age, with about 40 million of 60 million eligible voters participating.
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