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Newspaper

The Montana Standard

Location

Butte, Montana, United States of America

Date

Jun 07, 1944

Page

7

Widow Bertha Schimpf Dies Pioneer of Butte

Mrs. Bertha Schimpf aged 70 died Tuesday at a local hospital. Widow of Arthur Schimpf of the Schimpf and Reichle firm, pioneer of Butte. Survived by two sons Dr. Arthur J. Schimpf and Lucian Schimpf and two granddaughters. Born in Indiana, she moved to Montana then Helena then Butte. Funeral private at White's chapel with burial in Glendale California beside her husband.

Bertha Schimpf Arthur Schimpf Butte Schimpf and Reichle Old Atlantic Arthur J. Schimpf Lucian Schimpf Somers Marcia Schimpf Marylin Schimpf Some

Invasion Announcement Broadcast by Allied Forces

A dramatic 10 second interval preceded the official announcement that Allied forces had begun landing in France. Col R Ernest Dupuy read the communique from Supreme Headquarters Allied Expeditionary Force confirming the invasion with General Eisenhower in command.

Supreme Headquarters Allied Expeditionary Force United States Col R. Ernest Dupuy Eisenhower Supreme Headquarters, Allied Expeditionary Force Dupuy United Nations Col. Dupuy France Britain Greenwich

Butte Barbers Reelect Officers At Montana Union Meet

The Montana Barbers' association reelected Charles Rollman of Butte as president at its Red Lodge convention which closed Tuesday. New officers include Mrs. Henrietta Schrapps of Anaconda as vice president and J. R. Costello of Butte as secretary-treasurer. H. B. Cooper of Havre and A. E. Ferris of Anaconda join the executive board. Missoula chosen as 1946 convention site.

Red Lodge Montana Barbers’ Association Charles Rollman Butte Bennies Henrietta Schrapps Anaconda J. R. Costello H. 8. Cooper Havre A. E. Ferris Missoula

Publisher Interested in Nazi News Beat

St. Joseph Mo June 6 The St. Joseph News Press publisher H D Bradley wired the Nazi news agency DNB after the invasion announcement asking to quote rates for their bulletins. The prompt notes Bradley expressed interest in Nazi bulletins and requested rates.

News Beat ST. Joseph France London H. D. Bradley

New Year Poison Mystery at Wrightsville Party

Ellery Queen narrates a Wrightsville New Year party where Rosemary Haight dies after a poisoned cocktail. Nora falls ill from the same glass as Jim Haight admits mixing the poison. Chief Dakin and Prosecutor Bradford investigate, with Ellery and Dr Willoughby present as clues mount.

John F Tabitha Nora Jim Mr. Queen Pat Ellery Doc Willoughby Rosemary Judge Martin Clarice Frank Lloyd Beaushous Horatius Ellery Queen Jim Haight Dr. Willoughby Smith Ncw Carter Bradford Bradford Carter Martin Daken Wrightsville Patricia Wright Cutor Bradford Dakin Rosemary Haight Doc Carl Brady Chief Dakin Mr. Smith Horace Greeley Lloyd

Legion Conclave Planned in Deer Lodge for June 11

DEER LODGE June 6 Plans for the mining district American Legion convention set for Sunday June 11 proceed under general chairman George W. Dye. Delegates register at 1 p m at the Deer Lodge hotel with a 2 p m business session in the Odd Fellows hall. A banquet at 6 30 p m at the Deer Lodge hotel and a dance at the Odd Fellows hall follow. officers will be elected. The American Legion auxiliary will meet in the courthouse Patriotic room with units joining the banquet and entertainment.

Deer Lodge American Legion George W. Dye Sam F. Harris F. L. Sorenson Frank Gallagher A. A. Malcolm W. L. Reed William G. Crosby E. L. Hopkins Lyle Shaver Leonard Olson J. H. Grenier Robert Sewell O. H. Hartley Jacob Strong John Athearn James 8. Moore Aarold D. Cutler John Lilley Deer Lodge Hotel Odd Fellows’ Hall American Legion Auxiliary Legion

Court Session Is Conducted In Deerlodge District Court

Judge R E McHugh presided in Deerlodge as final accounts and orders were approved in the Anna Morgan estate settlement and final distribution. A J Knieval was discharged as administrator of Jane S Higgins estate after final accounts were allowed. M J Sullivan of Butte appointed administrator.

Deer Lodge R. E. McHugh Anaconda District Court Anna Morgan A. J. Knieval Jane S. Higgins M. J. Sullivan Butte

Tysmol Ad Promises Relief From Arthritis Pain

Want relief from arthritis pains. If Tysmol fails to relieve torturing pains, return the empty tube for a refund. Promises distinctiveness among its class and guaranteed non narcotic. Sold by leading druggists with caution to use only as directed. Always in stock at local outlets.

Orders Issued In Higgins Estate And Bank Liquidation

Letters issued in the Higgins estate confirm sale of real property. An order confirms sale of estate lands of James E Higgins deceased. In Larabie Brothers Bankers liquidation an order authorizes W C Hollingsworth to sell lands in Granite county. Another order allows Hollingsworth to compromise a promissory note from William Anderson.

Higgins James E. Higgins Larabie Brothers Bankers, Inc W. C. Hollingsworth Granite County Mr. Hollingsworth William Anderson

Emmett O'Keefe Graduates From Naval Training School

Emmett O'Keefe graduated May 27 from the advanced Naval Training school in Seattle with a rating of 3/c fire controlman. He departed Seattle this week for California to take additional training.

Deer Lodge Emmett O'Keefe Advanced Naval Training School Seattle California

Miss Gloria O’Keefe Returns From St Mary College

Miss Gloria O’Keefe arrived Saturday from St Mary college Leavenworth Kan where she has completed her freshman year. W C Hollingsworth of Hamilton was a business visitor here today.

Deer Lodge Gloria O'Keefe St. Mary College Leavenworth Kan W. C. Hollingsworth Hamilton

Death Notice for Helen Townsend 15 in Spokane Funeral

Word received from Missoula confirms the death of Helen Townsend, 15, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Townsend of Avery Idaho formerly of Deer Lodge. She had been ill a short time. Funeral services will be held in Spokane.

Deer Lodge Missoula Helen Townsend Ralph Townsend Avery Idaho Spokane

Deer Lodge Daughters of the Nile Meet Friday

The Deer Lodge Daughters of the Nile will hold a meeting Friday afternoon June 9 at 1 o clock at the Deer Lodge Country club.

Deer Lodge Deer Lodge Daughters of the Nile Deer Lodge Country Club

Badoglio Resigns Prime Minister Post to Form New Cabinet

Premier Pietro Badoglio has resigned his government to Prince Humbert who will lead a new cabinet incorporating underground political leaders in Rome. The current administration will stay in function until the new government is formed with Badoglio and several ministers traveling to Rome for consultations.

Naples U.P Pietro Badoglio Italy Humbert Badoglio Rome

Democratic Club Sets Tonight Meeting for Banquet

The South Side Democratic club schedules a special meeting tonight at Liberty Hall to finalize Saturday's banquet at Finlen hotel. M. D. O'Connell urges ticket holders to attend and report counts while inviting all county and state candidates. Arthur Lamey of Billings to toast. Mayor Barry O Leary to welcome visitors. Miss Margaret Nagle chairs arrangements.

South Side Democratic Club M.D. O'Connell Liberty Hall O'Connell Finlen Hotel Arthur Lamey Billings Barry O'Leary Margaret Nagle

York Says Hitler Has 60 Days To End War

Jamestown Tenn June 6 Sgt Alvin C York famed World War I hero declares Hitler and his forces have 60 days to quit the war after the invasion began He predicts a quick end with the Americans poised to finish the campaign and notes it isn’t far from Rome to Berlin.

Jamestown Tenn Alvin C. York Hitler Rome Berlin

Butte Briefs From Murray St James Hospitals And Local Notices

Admissions and discharges reported for Murray and St James hospitals include lists of patients admitted and discharged with names and addresses. Baby births occur at St James, along with marriages licenses issued for local couples. Community meetings and social events are scheduled, with lost discharge papers noted and a veterans hospital entry pending.

St. James Hospital J. W. Farrell South Washington Vincent Shannon Bell Daisy M. Alton North Main H. J. Brandy Waukesha Veterans’ Hospital Fort Harrison

Equality of rights linked to world peace says Montana chancellor

Dr. Ernest O. Melby, chancellor of the Greater University of Montana, told 210 delegates at the Montana Federation of women's clubs that equal rights for all races would prevent future wars. The gathering included 53 state officers and a banquet honored Mrs. Howard Bogart of Poplar. the convention ends Wednesday with officer elections.

Missoula Ernest O. Melby University of Montana Montana Federation of Women's Clubs Melby D. P. Meade Howard Bogart Poplar Federation

Montana Filings Near Deadline for State Posts

In Helena Montana filings close at midnight tonight as candidates rush to submit petitions for July primaries. Nominees will compete for two U S House seats, 9 state representatives, 28 state senators and multiple statewide offices including governor lieutenant governor secretary of state attorney general state auditor state treasurer railroad and public service commission state superintendent of public instruction and Montana judicial posts.

Helena Montana House of Representatives Railroad and Public Service Commission Supreme Court

Subcommittee Sets Session on Higher Education Financing

HELENA June 6 The subcommittee of the state commission on higher education will meet tomorrow to finish a report for the principal committee. Two days of sessions will precede adoption of the report on financing and administration of Montana higher education. The subcommittee began its work May 14 after appointment by the 19 member commission.

Helena State Commission On Higher Education State Board of Education

Eye Don'ts for War Workers Ad

Eye care ad urges war workers to use Lavoptik for inflamed eyes and irritation. Claims quick soothing relief for burning itching and granulated eyelids with a money back guarantee. Promotes availability at drug stores and cites thirty years of success with praise from thousands.

Pass Opened on Going-to-the-Sun Highway

Belton reports the Logan Pass opened to travel on the Going-to-the-Sun highway in Glacier National Park effective Tuesday. Other park approach roads were also opened to general traffic, announced Superintendent D. B. Libby.

Belton Logan Pass Glacier National Park Libby

Body of Woman Identified in City Jail Death

The body of a woman who died late Sunday night in the city jail was identified Tuesday night as Mrs. Elizabeth Wistlock, 430 South Ohio Street, rear. Identification was made by her husband when he called at the mortuary and viewed the body.

Elizabeth Wistlock South Ohio Street Rear

War bond drive praised by Montana official

Helena reports A. T. Hibbard, state war finance chairman, commends Montanans for their strong war bond purchases. He says casualties in the invasion may be heavy, but military leaders have spared no expenditure to save lives and Montana will continue to meet its full bond buying obligation.

Helena

House Resolution Demands Trial of Military Men

Washington June 6 The House approved three hundred five to thirty five a resolution demanding that courts martial begin for Rear Adm Husband E Kimmel and Maj Gen Walter G Short before September 7 this year. The measure seeks direct trials rather than extending to 1945 as the Senate version would. Conference on differences between the two versions must reach agreement by midnight Wednesday.

Washington U.P House Husband E. Kimmel Walter G. Short Pearl Harbor Senate War and Navy Departments

Malee Files for Montana Supreme Court Seat

Anaconda attorney and former state representative from Deer Lodge county Thomas C Malee became the eighth candidate to file for nomination as associate justice on the Montana Supreme Court. This is his second bid after a 1940 primary defeat, and he served in the House from Deer Lodge in 1939.

Helena U.P Thomas Cc. Malee Anaconda Deer Lodge County Montana Supreme Court Malee Supreme Court

Underground Allied Army Awaits Signal in Occupied Europe

Across German controlled Europe a hidden resistance force prepares to act on a signal from Allied leaders. Eisenhower promises guidance when ready while de Gaulle urges arms sabotage and information to aid the Allied cause. Netherlands message also shared from London.

London Hitler France Dwight D. Eisenhower Charles de Gaulle French National Committee Netherlands Gerbrandy

Gripsholm Repatriation voyage delivers 131 passengers

The Gripsholm docked in Jersey City on June 6 after a nine day trip from Belfast with 131 passengers including 51 ill or wounded American POWs from Germany. Navy officials cited a smooth voyage and no incidents during the repatriation. Spain pursues larger strawberry crops.

Jersey City N. J United States Gripsholm Germany Belfast Navy

Also Mentioned on This Page

Associated Press Butte Barbers Chapter Rehoarsely Frances Hale Uncle Sam East Mercury Tysmol Democratic Club York Murray Murray Hospital Louise Huttula East Granite Ellin Dunn East Park Belva Reychler Silver Bow Homes Patty Robert Dunn Bozeman Edna Shepherd South Wyoming Pete Gurgevich Carol Tonkin Hornet M. F. McComish Farrell Henry Rebich Dillon Dorothy Zvonar Nashua Henry Shackleford Dewey Williams South Washington Katherine Drabelle Raymond Stewart South Excelsior Roy Simonsen Sheridan Elmer Shea John W. Johnson George Lahti Frederick Gallagher Josephine Murphy V. F. W. Auxiliary Organization Hall South Arizona Street Siiver City Review No. 3 Women’s Benefit Association I. O. O. F. Hall West Broadway Verne O'Sullivan Marie Rose Shop Penn Treasure State News Subcommittee Thomas C. Malee Gripsholm Docks Spain Ravors Jimmy Wallington Hinds Ostrich Three Feathers Distributors, Inc N. Y
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