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Newspaper

The Montana Standard

Location

Butte, Montana, United States of America

Date

Sep 12, 1929

Page

1

Committee 15 Selected for Butte Civic Week Campaign

The Butte Chamber of Commerce membership committee endorsed a civic week campaign to open October 7. The plan aims to boost Butte into the front ranks of western business centers by mobilizing public effort during the period and leveraging Butte’s payroll, resources, location, and populace. Continued on Page 2, Col. 3.

Butte Butte Chamber of Commerce Chamber of Commerce Charber West

Postponement of Fights on Seating No Strength Test

Three hours of sharp debate precede the vote on motion for postponement as the senate defers the Ware case until December in order to let tariff have right of way in the special session. Senator Watson's motion to defer decision on Ware prevails 41 to 34, with Norris pressing immediate consideration over alleged fraud and expenditures.

Waggoner Washington Senate Watson William 8. Ware Pennsylvania Norris Nebraska Vare Ware

Universal Daiso for Men Women Latest Idea

London report notes a congress on sexual reform debating a uniform dress combining trousers and skirts for all. Dr J C Flugel cites potential future adoption of skirts for men and trousers for women and urges a new design blending advantages of both styles. He links dress to sexual factors and social decoration trends, tracing decollate fashion to nakedness paired with clothing.

London Congress World League For Sexual Reform J. C. Flugel England

Estella Collides with German Ship Sinks on Scheldt

The Belgian steamer Estella collided with a German vessel near Malsoorden on the Scheldt while bound from Antwerp to London, sinking immediately with 14 dead including 13 crew and a pilot. Only two aboard were rescued. In Alaska, the freighter Golden Forest, with 38 aboard, ran aground in heavy gales on Shelikof Strait, as radio alerts reached the Haida.

Flushing Holland U.P Scheldt Malsoorden Antwerp London Kodiak Alaska Golden Forest Shelikof Straits Coast Guard Haida Cordova

Tariff Improbable Says Businesses Curb Rate Hike

Report notes widespread concern over tariff proposals as rate increases loom. Oklahoma’s economy highlighted as robust amid debate. Industry leaders warn uncertainty could affect prices and investment decisions. Local officials urge careful consideration of impact on households and firms.

Border Tension Unrelieved on Chinese Front

Border tensions persist as tariff battles loom in Washington with a broad information demand from the senate. Extra sessions, expected timelines, and party splits hint at a protracted fight over income tax data tied to tariff favors. Meanwhile in Manchuria, disrupted communications cloud frontier actions as Soviet air raids strike Pogranichinaya and nearby towns, killing dozens and damaging key wireless and telegraph facilities.

Senate United States House Mukden Manchuria Pogranichinaya Mulin Harbin Manchuk

Montana ads promise max returns at minimum cost

Results claim that consistent use of these ads can maximize returns at minimal expense with a phone number listed as 626, suggesting a promotional classified message from a Montana source.

Montana Standard PHONE

Butte Legionnaires Observe St Mihiel Drive

Silver Bow post No. 1 American Legion will mark the St Mihiel drive with a 7 o'clock banquet at Legion hall. J Bruce Kremer and Earle N. Genzberger will speak, chicken pies served, followed by a musical program. Invitations have gone to local civic leaders. The observance honors a pivotal American victory in France.

France St. Mihiél Silver Bow Post No. 1 American Legion Legion Hall J. Bruce Kremer Earle N. Genzberger Butte Silver Bow Post

Body of Baby Found in Rock River

The body of a six year old boy was recovered late today from Rock River about 14 miles south of Rockford Idaho. Discovered by Fireman L E Burkholder the bruised body wore an undershirt. A coroner's jury ruled death by unknown means and said the child had fallen victim to foul play before being thrown into the water.

Rockford Idl Rock River Here L. E. Burkholder

War chemistry and planes make victory seem possible

Francis P. Garvan of New York told the American Chemical Society that war is made impossible by chemistry and airplanes. He offered President Hoover the use of millions to explore chemistry as a peace agent, in a written message read during the medal presentation. The speech highlights chemistry's potential to end war and health advances in cancer care.

Garvan Hoover Minneapolis Minn Francis P. Garvan New York American Chemical Society The Chemical Foundation Chemical Society

Millionaire's Haircut Contest Sparks International Debate

New York barbers react to William F. Kenny a New York millionaire seeking a London haircut with his own wizard of the shears Louis Arice to fly in for a trim The proposed international barbering contest would pit American against British barbers with neutral judges from Italy as a potential outcome and the dispute borders on diplomacy between nations.

Sam Love United Press New York Barbers William F. Kenny London Wizard of the Shears Louis Arice Kenny al Smith Albert Peruzzi Times Square Italy

Lindberghs Renew Vacation in Maine

Col Charles A Lindbergh and his bride Miss Anne Mor row arrived at the Morrow home in North Haven Maine in a crimson sport monoplane to resume a vacation interrupted after their spring marriage.

North Haven Charles A. Lindbergh Anne Morrow Morrow

Ramsay MacDonald to Visit America Late This Month

London Sept 11 The Daily Express will say tomorrow that Prime Minister Ramsay MacDonald has definite ly decided to sail for the United States September 28. Sir Robert Van Sittart private secretary to MacDonald cancelled his return passage to London due to the decision, and was scheduled to sail for New York on the Aquitania.

London Daily Express Ramsny MacDonid United States Robert van Sittart MacDonald van Sittart New York

Senate Orders Investigation in Lobby Case

The Senate authorized an investigation by its naval committee into William B. Shearer's lobbying against naval disarmament, noting involvement of three shipbuilding firms. The probe planned to begin next week amid White House and Senate procedural disagreements and a push to use a Justice Department lawyer as counsel.

Thomas L. Stokes United Press Washington Senate Naval Committee William B. Shearer White House Hoover Justice Department Capitol Borah

$200000 Mausoleum Rising on Harrison Avenue

The Silver Bow Community Mausoleum company is erecting a $200,000 repository on Harrison avenue in Butte. Under construction since Monday, the mausoleum will be Montana’s first and spans 300 feet in width with temporary depth, designed for future expansion. Carl J. Nepper serves as contractor in charge. The company has bought land opposite the cemeteries to accommodate the project.

Butte Harrison Avenue Silver Bow Community Mausoleum Company Montana Twin Cities Pacific Coast Carl J. Nepper Mausoleum Company

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