Judge Walter M. Bickford remembered for public service and fishing prowess
The Montana pioneer and former state fish and game commissioner, Judge Walter M. Bickford, died after a life split between law, public duty, and deep love of Montana forests and rivers. He lived in Missoula after leaving Butte, served Clark interests, and remained active in civic affairs.
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Prise
Butte
Missoula
Clark
Judge Bickford
Montana
Fish and Game
Walter M. Bickford
Hair trigger affair at Democratic convention tussle over two thirds rule
The Chicago convention battles over the two thirds rule and potential rule changes dominate its second day. Roosevelt forces push harmony, then reject changes while Walsh Shouse contest for permanent chair and Long of Louisiana pushes his delegation. Barkley’s keynote attacks the opposition as party unity hinges on compromise and a nationwide program.
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Roosevelt
Senator Walsh
Montana
Jouett Shouse
Smith
Senator Barkley
Shouse
Senator Long
Louisiana
Long
Barkley
Democratic Party
Chicago
Walter M. Bickford remembered in Butte community
Hundreds recall Judge Walter M. Bickford whose life centered on Butte. A man of vast business, he fulfilled public duties and helped draft the statehood constitution, a monument to early pioneers. He remained devoted to civic life during his long residence.
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Butte
Walter M. Bickford
Judge Bickford
Erickson Denounces Tax Schemes In Montana Campaign
Governor Erickson delivers a blunt address to Montanans denouncing new tax schemes and urging farmers to beware sugar coated relief plans. He notes farm land valuations fell by 97 million in eight years and livestock assessments dropped over 20 million, while public utilities rose about 15 million. He argues Montana lives within its income and seeks new economies, stressing state taxes are a small share of the overall levy.
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Montana
Erickson
Al Smith Riffs On Self Interest In Politics
A columnist notes Al Smith’s frank approach of pursuing his own gain, suggesting many politicians fail to follow his example and might face closer scrutiny from voters and critics.
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al Smith
St. Peter
Butler in Silence on Chicago Trip
On the way home from Chicago Dr. Nicholas Murray Butler remained mute, his silence reflecting restrained anger and strong displeasure.
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Chicago
Nicholas Murray Butler
Alfalfa Bill Murray Prefers Praise to Foes’ Kicks
Alfalfa Bill Murray criticizes friendly back slaps as preferable to the kicks he fears from enemies. The phrase reflects a lighthearted local view of Murray's public image and defenses.
Congress awards Earhart the wrong medal claim
A claim suggests Amelia Earhart received an incorrect medal from Congress. The remark compares the misallocation to long-standing misprescriptions affecting the nation’s health.
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Congress
Amelia Earhart Putnam
Chaplin Proposes World Currency Standard Plan
Charlie Chaplin unveils a bold plan to fix global economies by adopting a universal currency standard. He stresses the proposal is serious and not a joke, signaling a sweeping reform effort beyond mere satire.
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Charlie Chaplin
Mood Hit Threatens Birth Rate and Population
The report warns that a low mood has dealt a heavy blow to birth rates and suggests the population is set to decline. It emphasizes potential demographic consequences for the region.
Bread and jobs Take Center Stage in Campaign Shift
A movement pushes bread and jobs ahead of beer in campaign priorities. Critics question the shift as candidates juggle issues and voters weigh the new focus.
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Huh
General Ma Reported Dead Again In Manchuria
General Ma of Manchurian fame is reported dead again amid repeated rumors. The veteran commander, long rumored to survive peril, appears to retain his striking public persona despite circulating reassurances.
Question on David’s past love affairs and Aimee’s illness
The prompt asks whether Aimee’s illness stemmed from David’s past relationships or from David himself. It presents no verifiable facts or sources and invites speculation rather than reporting.
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David
Aimee
Minced words and the boss myth in daily life
A reflective piece contrasts the power of language to shape truth with social dynamics. It follows a boy who lies about an accident, then expands to the idea that words can smooth harshness like minced meat and the illusion of control in leadership and sales.
Notable visitors and residents in Butte on June 29 1900
Col O Lary visits from Anaconda. George W Garrett of Missoula and S M Gebo of Red Lodge stay in Butte. David G Browne of Great Falls and D E Rochette Deer Lodge dentist in town. Co T Park and wife Anaconda at the Butte. J H French and wife Mercur Utah visit. Henry Altenbrand Manhattan registered at the Butte. Harry Sommers from Helena, a telephone man, in town.
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Col. T. O’lary
Anaconda
George W. Garrett
Missoula
S. M. Gebo
Red Lodge
McDermott
David G. Browne
Great Falls
Co. T. Park
Butte
J. H. French
Mercur
Utah
Henry Altenbrand
Manhattan
Harry Sommers
Helena
D. E. Rochette
Deer Lodge
Cat adopts rat as surrogate offspring in Transvaal tale
In Sheba Transvaal a shop cat raised by a native boy after catching seven rats keeps the lone survivor as a foster runt. The cat nurses, cleans, and feeds the rat with her kittens, and retrieves it if removed, keeping it amid her litter.
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Sheba
Transvaal
Recounted Vignettes From A Passing Parade Of News
A collage of whimsical notes includes a Siamese keeper quitting, Sahara hitchhiking, Jack Sharkey's eye recovery, a Coney Island fire not halting a marathon dance, civic spirits courting a tidal wave, Missouri poet and eastern editor dispute, fear saloon nostalgia, and unsteady gasoline pumps failing to chill beer.
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Coney Island
Disces
Preparing Children for Polite Visits
Visiting is an art taught to children to understand social manners. Prepare kids before going, practice greetings, seating, and polite refusals, and limit time for younger children. Teach behavior in shops, avoid burdening hosts, and model calm conduct to ensure visits are joyful for all.
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Mary
Aunt Mary
John
Mabel
Horoscope for June 29 1932 Foresees Shifting Roles for Women
The June 29 1932 horoscope notes strong benefic influences with a transition period for women as public servants and a rise in economic competition between genders. It cautions against risky ventures and predicts wedding harmony, profitable contracts, and artistic children, while mentioning Senator William E. Borah born on this date.
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William E. Borah
United States
Vienna's young businesswoman Nancy Vass-Wurmser
Miss Nancy Vass-Wurmser, a Vienna beauty doctor in Austria, is described as one of the country's foremost businesswomen. Recent tax returns indicate she is likely the richest foreign resident in Austria, and she charges about 150 shillings per consultation.
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Austria
Nancy Vass- Wurmser
Vienna
Miss Wurmser
Shouse Takes Dual Role At Democratic Convention In Chicago
Washington bystander reports Jouett Shouse arriving in Chicago to lead publicity for the Democratic National Committee while acting as neutral party officer. He stands as a potential center of early convention clashes amid Roosevelt supporters seeking Walsh. Kirke Simpson notes Shouse’s readiness to back a permanent chair.
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Chicago
Jouett Shouse
G. O. P. Hoover - Curtis
National Committee
Raskob
Shouse
Shouse Quietly Prepares in Chicago for Democratic Leadership
In Chicago Shouse camps with national political writers from the G O P convention as Democrats weigh leadership roles. He hosts press in a show of neutrality while booing Republican candidates and the Bingham repeal plank, a move that could stir intra party friction if a fellow Democrat seeks high office.
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Shouse
Chicago
Galleryites
Shouse Faces Roosevelts First-Ballot Dilemma
Kansas delegate Mr. Shouse must vote for Governor Roosevelt on the first ballot while Jim Farley of New York pushes a Roosevelt on the first ballot. The Roosevelters doubt Shouse’s neutrality, creating an odd predicament for a stop-Roosevelt advocate.
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MR. Shouse
Kansas
Roosevelt
Stout Roosevelt
Jim Farley
New York
Timely Views International Action Seen as Relief for World
Former English Foreign Secretary urges concerted global action to ease widespread economic distress. He argues that all nations must cooperate to address the crisis and seeks coordinated policy measures at an international level.
Viscount Grey A Prominent British Diplomat and Scholar
Viscount Grey born April 25 1862 was a Liberal MP 1885 to 1916 and held senior posts including foreign secretary 1905 to 1916. He served as temporary British ambassador to the United States in 1919 and became chancellor of Oxford University in 1928. He authored Fly-Fishing Twenty Five Years Fallodon Papers and Charm of Birds and is famed for world affairs knowledge. He urged international action to ease global economic distress.
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Viscount Grey
Winchester College
England
United States
Oxford University
Great Britain
Cow on Wild Adventure in Hereford Market Escape
A Hereford cow broke from a livestock market in Hereford England. It attacked a drover and caused chaos in the crowded streets. The animal charged a cyclist collapsed after three hours of rampage near Hereford town center before collapsing.
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Hereford
England
Herefordshire
Answers to See You Quiz Key Notes
The questions touch on the Spanish American War, Hawaii, Ferdinand and Isabella, and provinces. True or false items reference France, Quebec, and colors. the list cites rulers and places with corrections like Quebec as a tributary of the St. Lawrence.
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Hawaii
France
Ferdinand
Ysabella
Quebec
St. Lawrence
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North American Newspaper Alliance
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Sahara
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