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Newspaper
The Montana Standard
Location
Butte, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1930
Page
7
The piece contrasts Roosevelt and Wilson as writers, noting Coolidge lacks their literary pretensions yet earns praise for his steady, productive pen and thrifty approach, suggesting his success pleases his economical nature.
Colonel William Boyce Thompson, famed mining engineer and philanthropist, had deep ties to Butte. Born in Virginia City, he deeded Nine Mile Canyon as a city park, supported local progress, and advised presidents on national issues. He built a vast fortune and conducted plant and soil experiments at his New York estate, earning broad esteem.
Ex President Calvin Coolidge has been writing steadily for Cosmopolitan Magazine and earns about a dollar per word. Rumors that an outside writer did his work were denied as he begins a daily column for the New York Tribune next week. He is praised for conciseness and clear storytelling that readers enjoy.
The 1929 police report notes 14 913 cars hauled from curbs for over staying and neglect. City income from fines neared 149 130 dollars while hauling cost reached 238 608 dollars, creating a near 90 000 dollar loss before abandoning the system. Citizens varied in why cars were left abandoned from forgetfulness to theft with owners often unreachable. The city may raise over parking fines to 20 dollars and wait longer before removal.
A columnist mocks Mr Eastman’s push for a 13 month calendar arguing it would disrupt birthdays and holidays. Washington’s birthday could shift to February 25 and July to the month Sol, risking gift timing and ordinary life. The piece fears increased alarms and distrust from adopting the new system.
Viereck's Spreading Germs of Hate frames wartime propaganda and truth with intro by Col. E M House. Reviews praise war books like Her Privates We and Generals Die in Bed while noting Park Avenue and other new titles and author insights.
Uncommon Sense argues manners remain a valuable asset in business and daily life. The piece praises courteous conduct in sales and policing, citing taxi drivers, sales staff, and New York City Mayor as exemplars of good manners advancing progress and reducing friction.
State Senator George W. Joseph of Oregon, a Republican nominee for governor, died about a month after winning the May 10 primary in a field of six. A Portland senator and noted stormy petrel, he rose from sheep herding to law, faced disbarment after accusing Oregon’s Supreme Court of being influenced by political interests, and died at Camp Clatsop while watching a drill.
Washington observers note a public clash between Rep. Clancy and Rep. Blanton as Blanton returns from Texas to reclaim a Senate bid. Clancy accuses Blanton of personal privilege rhetoric while Blanton vows a full reply, highlighting Blanton’s long record as a vigorous “I object” watchdog in the House.
The exchange centers on a Texan Blanton and Michigander Clancy in former sessions. Clancy complains Blanton used harsh tactics to back his measures and vows to continue after seating his opponent. Blanton notes Garner appointed replacements like Mr. Collins of Mississippi, and accuses GOP management of the same.
The text notes a Texas representative in congress was labeled congressman on election papers, prompting Speaker Longworth to remark that certificates are often corrected. The episode ends with Blanton seemingly taking the oath as a congressman despite the terminology issue.
Walter Kynaston retired police detective amuses himself by making a picture from 8,000 cancelled tramway tickets, a project he completes in about nine months.
A concise note observes that current travel options offer the purest ride by elevator with no detours. The remark underscores urban life focusing on vertical transit as a simple, direct movement.
Film makers struggle to repurpose unused publicity stills while federal enforcement officers search for compliant uses and guidelines. Both sides seek practical, lawful pathways for handling archival imagery.
Tariff sponsors tout lower prices for commodities as evidence of their impact, while critics note prices had already fallen before the tariff bill passed. The article traces timing, mentions named lawmakers and industry groups opposing or supporting the measure.
In Butte the world renowned violinist is set to perform at Maguire's with a large cosmopolitan audience expected. The opening of Short Line park near Melrose drew about a thousand attendees with five special trains serving the crowd from surrounding towns. London dispatch notes General Correa foresees Spanish reinforcements reaching Santiago and Spanish troops moving in Eastern Cuba as part of a broader action plan.
All available warships are ordered to hold in readiness. Harbors remain protected by torpedoes and garrisons have been reviewed for efficiency.
Early hours and late evening bring some misfortune but the day favors women and family harmony. Mothers may feel heightened appreciation and devotion as planetary positions promise domestic happiness and better understanding within the home. Ancient lore supports this favorable reading.
The piece notes romance and fashion aura for the day with outdoor parties aiding sentiment. It cites favorable clergy gifts and persuasive love letters while warning against asking favors at night from elders. It lists notable birthdays Rubens Celia Thaxter Borah and hints at planetary influences.
A reminiscence describes Floyd Gibbons and contrasts him with the strangely silent men of the era, noting his strong face and enduring presence in journalism.
A playful quip about Lindbergh being heir minded but not hair brained notes his clever pun. The line contrasts ancestry concerns with a humorous misdirection. No clear news event is reported.
A collection of pithy, satirical news snippets references Hoover delaying adjournment until the Veteran Pension Law pleases him. Mentions the world’s richest baby’s marriage, racketeering costs, Olympic team, Fourth of July hotel rooms, Newfoundland hail, Lindbergh beard, padlocked Dinty Moore’s restaurant, Bobby Jones banquets, Wall Street closure, Al Capone Florida season, and Hoover bones in the senate.
The speaker revisits his old town and childhood streets seeking familiar faces. Faces have changed and feel hollow as time reveals the costs of leaving home. A single acquaintance silently confirms the loss of youthful rights and ties, leaving a bittersweet ache for days gone by.
London reports the viceroy of India wields vast power and faces constant pressure from Gandhi's movement. The office could, in emergencies, resemble a dictatorship over 330 million people, with a pomp-filled, high authority role. A Curzon anecdote shows his strict stance on native mistreatment.
The article recalls Lord Curzon as a regal viceroy at the start of the century famed for sharp intellect and arrogance toward others. It credits him with being among India's best viceroys while noting a paradox in his conduct.
A 1930 Bell Syndicate essay urges parents to raise children with generosity. It argues selfishness isolates people and narrows spirit while sharing widens life and returns gifts a hundredfold. Teaching children to share strengthens minds, talents, and happiness.
Detroit reports Emil Onski aged three will be defendant in an 11 damage suit, the youngest ever in Wayne County. A brick shattered Thomas Brown’s windshield, allegedly thrown deliberately by Emil. He also battles mumps at home.
A man visits Windsor city hall and asks for a marriage license to wed Edith Whitfield, the clerk she is engaged to marry, prompting a moment of recognition when he declares his own name as William Mc Mullen.
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