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Newspaper

The Montana Standard

Location

Butte, Montana, United States of America

Date

Jun 27, 1940

Page

2

Candidates 10 Gather Tonight for South Side Democratic Meeting

South Side Democratic club in Liberty hall on Front street hosts a July primaries candidate night led by President Evin Scott. Each candidate will be introduced and speak. after, committees plan election year picnic events at Gregson Springs the Sunday before the July 16 primary. Over 5,000 attendance expected.

South Side Democratic Club Liberty Hall Front Street Evin Scott Scott Gregson Springs

Sister of Mrs Gallagher Dies in Ringling

Mrs Mary Fort known as Gram of St. Regis died visiting her daughter Mrs Frank LeVon in Ringling. Survivors include her sister Mrs William Gallagher, son Havey Fort, nephew Basil Jones, niece Katherine Gallagher, other grandchildren and relatives in St. Regis and Butte. Funeral in Wallace Idaho.

Mary Fort St. Regis Butte Frank LeVon Ringling William Gallagher South Main Street Fort Basil Jones Katherine Gallagher Wallace Idaho

Italian Picnic Planned for July 14 at Columbia Gardens

Cristoforo Colombo lodge No 1 finalizes plans for its 56th annual Italian picnic on Sunday July 14 at Columbia Gardens. Angelo Quilici leads the committee with P M Bonino in charge of publicity. Speakers to be named. event features a 2 30 program with sports and prizes, plus on site concessions.

Cristoforo Colombo Lodge No Jack Beltrami Columbia Gardens Angelo Quilici P. M. Bonino Montana

American Foreign Ministers Set July 17 Start for Havana Meeting

The consultation meeting of American foreign ministers will open in Havana on July 17 to discuss the impact of recent war developments on western hemisphere republics, as announced by the state department. A separate item notes Michael Jackson of the Isle of Wight, age 13, drifting 18 bows in a small boat before rescue by an angler who spotted his signals.

Havana Cuba Roosevelt Western Hemisphere State Department Michael Jackson Isle of Wight

Butte youths weigh in for Jallopy Jamboree

64 Butte boys entered in the Jallopy race will weigh in Saturday afternoon between 1 and 2 at Arizona and Iron streets. The event, on West Park street in front of the Apex hotel, awards an 18 inch gold plated trophy and cash prizes totaling 100 dollars.

Arizona Iron Streets Barney Oldfields Butte Active Club Ralph Gilham Butte West Park Street Apex Park and Clark Streets Butte Club Glacier Hotel Glacier National Park International Convention of the Civil Organization Paul Golden Jack Healy Russell Hitchens Carroll Fabian Michael Kennedy Glacier Park

America’s Defenses Declared Inadequate in Helena Remarks

National commander Lewis J. Murphy of the Disabled American Veterans warned in Helena that U S defenses are insufficient lacking trained personnel and equipment. He said Hitler could not be stopped on American shores today with 5,000,000 men and planned visits to Bozeman and Billings after Helena.

Helena America Lewis J. Murphy Disabled American Veterans Murphy D. A. V. Post United States Hitler Bozeman Billings

Second Accident Victim Succumbs In Montana

Havre June 26. Jack Blake about 50 a Havre night club operator and second victim of an auto crash near Shelby died in a hospital. Pete Pontuso about 56 of Havre was killed instantly in the same collision last night. The car driven by John Dowens of Havre struck an auto driven by Mr and Mrs James Gregory of Detroit. the Downs and the Gregorys were injured less severely. Blake's death raises Montana’s 1940 auto accident death toll to 57.

Havre Jack Blake Shelby Pete Pontuso Blake Pontuso John Dowens James Gregory Detroit Downs Gregorys Montana

Two 13-Year-Old Boys Missing From Butte

James Reynolds and George Rose were last seen Tuesday night after buying groceries and clothing. Authorities described their supplies as enough to take them to Alaska and traced them to Butte before they disappeared.

James Reynolds George Rose Butte Alaska Young Rose Holmes Avenue Reynolds Kennedy Street

Filipino slain-tinged shooting at Rupple ranch near Jens

Alex Pastores, Filipino in Powell county beet-growing colony, rested easily after being wounded last night at the Rupple ranch near Jens. Angel Amiay, Filipino, was arrested by Sheriff Fred H. Valston and Deputy Bob Wyckoff. The revolver used was a 38 caliber weapon bought in Gold Creek. Authorities and County Attorney Maurice J. MacCormick investigated the scene today.

Lodge Alex Pastores Powell County St. Joseph's Hospital Rupple Ranch Jens Angel Amiay Fred H. Valston Bob Wyckoff Gold Creek Pastores Side Maurice J. MacCormick

Knights of Columbus plan annual picnic at Gough's Corner

Knights of Columbus in Deer Lodge outline preparations for the Sunday June 30 picnic at Gough's Corner. They will set up booths for entertainments, arrange parking, and organize baked ham and chicken menus served by the women. Guests are expected from Helena, Butte, Anaconda, Missoula and Powell county communities plus nearby areas.

Montana crop conditions show promise amid drought threat

Montana weather and market reports say crop conditions are generally good though drought remains a danger in western and southwestern areas. Grasshopper damage has appeared in some locales as moisture lags last year, with only north central and east central Montana above prior year levels. winter and spring wheat show varied progress and all irrigated crops advance. Emperor Kang Teh of Manchukuo visits Tokyo for a 2600th anniversary celebration and meets Emperor Hirohito before departing July 6.

Helena Montana Weather Bureau Federal Agricultural Marketing Service Divide

Community Charity Affair For St Mary's Nuns

Residents invited to a community event with all proceeds donated to St Mary's academy nuns for maintenance and operation. Proceeds support the academy's work and facilities.

St. Mary’s Academy

Band Concert Set by Deer Lodge Adults

Stephen Niblack announced the first concert by the newly formed adult band will be Saturday at 7 15 p m possibly on the courthouse lawn if weather permits. The varied program mixes popular, classical and old-time pieces. Sponsored by Powell County High School School District No 1 Powell County and the City of Deer Lodge.

Deer Lodge Stephen Niblack Powell County

Visitors Day at Girl Scout Camp Near Deer Lodge

Deer Lodge residents will attend a luncheon at the Girl Scout camp on Friday June 28. Guests will tour the premises during an inspection. The camp closes for the season on June 29 after ten days of operation.

Deer Lodge

Mrs Healey Leaves for Rochester for Medical Attention

Mrs. Joe Healey and her mother Mrs. Joe Larsen depart for Rochester Minnesota where Mrs. Healey will seek medical care. Healey is noted for federation club and church work. The article cites a German shortage of racially pure musicians with only 34 percent violinists and 82 percent trombone players available.

Rochester Deer Lodge Joe Healey Joe Larsen Minn Germany Bere

Many Never Suspect Cause of Backaches

This old treatment often brings relief as Doan's Pills claim to address tired kidneys. The ad describes kidney function, symptoms of kidney trouble, and urges readers to ask druggists for Doan's Pills to flush out waste and relieve backache. It cites decades of use and a nationwide reach.

Nature Dean's Sue Iillows Doan

Towne In Hospital and Local Births in Butte

Butte brief reports Towne admitted to Murray hospital in fair condition. Three babies born at St James hospital and several patients admitted or dismissed. Elks initiate a class tonight with Exalted Ruler Leo Carter presiding. next meeting moved to July 1 due to July 4.

St. James Hospital Edward Konda Galena Eugene de Chance Utah Avenue J. Ervin Owing South Washington Street ELKS Leo Carter

Butte Police Edge Anaconda in Rocker Range Shootout

The Butte police defeated the Anaconda police pistol team 1056 to 1043 at Rocker range yesterday. Cyril Kohn led with 259, while Arthur Anderson scored 252 for Anaconda. Two intercity matches with Anaconda sheriff’s men follow in about two weeks.

Butte Anaconda Rocker Range Cyril Kohn Arthur Anderson Anaconda Force Butte— Cou Lesiecdevctetes Aesta Orinee Walter Dertay Sisson Roy Hyelmvoll Oran Eccleston Biorup IRIE

Pioneer Woman Hlnego Victim Christina Farrar Dies

Christina Farrar 80 longtime Deer Lodge valley resident died today at St Ann hospital after a long illness. She lived at 1100 East Third street and was active in Grace Baptist Church. She is survived by husband William Farrar Basin a brother and sister in law Alfred Hadman Grass Range daughter Ella Roop Anaconda son in law Tony Anderson Anaconda five grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. Body at Kendrick funeral home with funeral time and place to be announced.

Anaconda Christina Farrar Deer Lodge Valley St. Ann Hospital East Third Street Stockholm Sweden United States Basin Grace Baptist Church William Farrar Alfred Hadman Grass Range Mont Ella Roop Tony Anderson W. F. Anderson Monty Anderson Dave Anderson W. J. Erickson Lilly Cody Sonoma Calif Kendrick Funeral Home

Auto Fire on South Montana Street Extinguished No Damage

A short circuit in a car’s wiring sparked a fire yesterday and was put out by city firemen. The blaze caused no reported damage and occurred while the vehicle was parked on South Montana Street.

South Montana Street

Montana AG rules candidate for primary can be election judge

Helena June 26 Attorney general ruled today that a candidate in a primary election may also serve as an election judge. The decision clarifies eligibility for the role amid local and state election procedures.

Helena

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