Confidence Return Laid to Activities of New President
London March 22. Neville Chamberlain told the House of Commons that an almost miraculous change has occurred in the United States since President Roosevelt's inauguration. He cited improved world economic conditions and voiced optimism about an improving industrial outlook in the coming months.
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What a Mail Man What a Mail Man
A visitor to the house praised U S improvements noting the local impact of presidential initiative. He said past anxiety has given way to restored confidence as people return funds to banks and markets improve on this side of the Atlantic.
Montana to Sell Refunding Bonds in Small Denominations
Montana plans a 4.5 million refunding bond issue offered to individuals in $500 and $1,000 units after failing to find buyers for large blocks. 4 percent interest, funded by license taxes with a possible small property tax if needed. 4,500 bonds of $500 and 2,250 bonds of $1,000 printed. bids due March 30.
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State Board of Examiners
Cooney
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Board of Examiners
J. E. Murphy
Roosevelt to seek power to change tariffs
The Roosevelt administration asks Congress for a free hand to lower tariff barriers in exchange for reciprocal treaty concessions. The move aims to enable early commercial treaties before the London world economic conference this summer, potentially affecting war debts and global trade.
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Erickson Backs Roosevelt Farm Plan in White House Visit
Senator Erickson of Montana called on President Roosevelt to pledge support for the farm bill before Congress. He urged giving the secretary of agriculture or the president full power to shape farm relief for various crops and expressed confidence the Senate will pass the bill. He added that people in the West back the president 1,000 percent.
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Montana Weather Forecast Partly Cloudy and Warmer
Partly cloudy in Montana on Thursday and Friday with increasing warmth in the south portion on Thursday. Forecasters expect mild temperatures and light winds across the region.
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Girls dominate city jacks tourney with top players named
Catherine Lenz of Garfield and Rose Tyler of Sherman led the first and second divisions as 40 girls competed in the city jacks tournament at the Y M C A and K C buildings. Dorothy Cloke and Ben Gannon supervised.
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Rose Tyler
Johnnie
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Democratic Club Endorses Mayor McTaggart for Re election
The Democratic Business and Professional club of Montana endorsed Mayor McTaggart for re election citing a dozen achievements as chief executive of Butte. Signed by Carl J. Trauerman as executive secretary the endorsement was unanimously adopted after review of the administration’s record.
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US Declared Vastly Overhospitalized by AMA Journal
The American Medical Association reports in its Journal that the United States is vastly over hospitalized with 6,562 hospitals and over a million beds, while more than 200,000 beds are unoccupied. The note appears in Chicago dated March 22.
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The
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United States
Beer drinkers must also eat in public spaces
Indianapolis ordinance requires beer sold in public places to be accompanied by food such as bologna or rye bread. The law limits public beverage service to establishments serving meals.
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Indianapolis
House Passes Roosevelt farm relief bill in 315 98 vote
The House approved the Roosevelt farm relief bill by 315 to 98 and sent it toward the Senate. The measure, in near final form from Roosevelt and Wallace, hinges on a domestic allotment plan funded by a tax on processors. Senate leaders planned Friday committee action amid questions on timing and objections.
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Democratic Central Committee Budget Meeting Tonight
The Democratic City Central Committee led by Pat Driscoll will meet at 8 PM in the McTaggart for Mayor club rooms at the Butte hotel. Objectives include reorganizing leadership posts and planning the spring campaign with input from party nominees.
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Ambrose Quill
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Roosevelt Signs 3.2 Beer Bill Opening 22 States
President Roosevelt signed the Cullen-Harrison bill making 3.2 percent beer and wine legal. The act enables immediate licensing of brewers and allows bottling for sale on April 7 in 22 states. Legal challenges and a possible Supreme Court fight loom over constitutionality after sales begin.
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Montana Foam Blowers Aim for Statewide Permit Rush
The Montana Board of Equalization expedites permit handling to allow beer foam blowing in every county by April 7. Those up late April 6 can blow foam at hotels and other venues as the clock strikes midnight.
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Helena
Montana
State Board of Equalization
Kremer Praised Administration On Return From Washington
Hon. J. Bruce Kremer returned home from a month abroad noting admiration for the Roosevelt administration and denying any desire for office. He accompanied by Mrs. Kremer, traveled to witness the inauguration and praised the national program as restoring confidence.
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National Democratic Committee
Farley the No Man in F D R Wing of Admin
Postmaster General Farley acts as a firm brake on patronage as Roosevelt pushes an emergency program through Congress. The genial Farley, known as Jim, weighs which Democrats are faithful before approving postmaster appointments while welcoming hopefuls with a smile.
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United Press
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Invitations for relief parley in capital continues
Washington March 22 Secretary Frances Perkins issued invitations to labor leaders and others to a conference here on unemployment relief measures March 31 at President Roosevelt's request. William Green of the AFL heads the list of over 30 labor officials invited. Perkins said the conference aims to develop items from labor’s point of view for immediate emergency relief and to consider a program for permanent improvement of labor and industrial standards to guide future legislation and practice.
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Frances Perkins
Roosevelt
William Green
American Federation of Labor
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Kidnapper of Twins Ends Attempt With Self Inflicted Shot
Joe Mandell 33 sought nationwide after he attacked his wife with an axe and abducted his 9-year-old twin nieces from Truckee California. He shot himself in an automobile before Hollywood High School in front of the girls, implying a possible fatal self-inflicted wound.
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Oregon Scout Executive Named To Butte Post
Oscar E. Hoover a 33 year old Medford Oregon Boy Scout official will succeed Paul N. Campbell as Scout executive in Butte Silver Bow area council. Named by W A O Kelly council president Hoover arrives mid April and assumes duties in May after Campbell resigns for Kansas City Kansas. Hoover chosen from many applicants on strong recommendation of John H Piper with local council support. Hoover married with two daughters and has background in business management and university of Washington training, native of Belle Plaine Iowa.
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Silver Bow Council
Boy Scouts of America
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Oscar E. Hoover
Medford
Ore
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Butte
W. A. O'Kelly
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Kansas City
Kansas
John H. Piper
Spokane
Piper
O'Kelly
University of Washington
Everett
Walla Walla
Wash
Belle Plain
Iowa
Bids Sought on $100 Million 91‑Day Treasury Bills
Washington holds a bidding for $100 million of 91 day discount Treasury bills dated March 20. Proceeds aim to retire a similar issue.
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The
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Roosevelt Sails Through Congress on Unemployment Reforestation Plan
President Roosevelt won broad support in a White House meeting with House and Senate labor leaders for a 250000 man unemployment reforestation program funded by 200 million dollars. Yet Rep Connery opposes the wage scale and draft provisions, insisting on compromises including a 30 day limit and voluntary work. Senate allies express optimism that the measure will pass by mid next week despite opposition from Connery and Alabama Senator Hugh Black.
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State D A R Convention Opens in Great Falls
At Great Falls the 30th Montana D A R conference opened with record attendance. Mrs J Walter Scott of Armstead highlighted the Montana Idaho DAR role in dedicating the Sacajawea national monument at Lemhi Pass, honoring Sacajawea’s guidance to Lewis and Clark. Mrs C S Passmore of Butte, state regent, spoke at the banquet.
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