davidaulloa/AmericanStories huggingface dataset:
, 1935-08-22

Emphasis also Is being placed on
light tackle to encourage more
sporty fishing. the point score for
tarpon landed on regulation light
tackle being almost double that for
tarpon landed on heavy tackle.
The grand prize, a silver trophy
showing q leaping tarpon, is donated
by the Missouri Pacific and must
be won three years In succession to
become permanent property Of any
fisherman. Twenty eight other
prizes are given outright TO the
winners.
, 1935-08-22

PEORIA. Ill, Aug. 22.-dPHMo-
tor trouble forced down the endur-
arce plane Comet" Thursday after
being aloft slightly less than 90
hours.
Ken Ringel and Ellis Frederick.
the pilots. said the engine could not
be repaired while aloft. precluding
the possibility Of breaking the 81
cav record recently set by the Keys
brothers at Meridian. Miss.
, 1935-08-22

Only Allah is perfect to the ortho-
dox Mchammedans. and any attempt
TO achieve perfection Is sacrilegicus
10 them, 50 they seldom construct
o building, weave q rug. o. make
other things with straight lines or
llowleSS symmetry.
, 1935-08-22

While the yacht Paradise was an
chored off the coast Of Portugal re-
Gently, a man named Adam married
a woman named Eve aboard the ship.
, 1935-08-22
RIVER BULLETIN

The river will continue 10 faD
slowly in the lower half Of the VAL
ley, and probably change little II
any from Hidalgo I'D during the next
"a TO So hours.
, 1935-08-22

(First figures. lowest temperature last
night; second, highest yesterday. thru
! Velocity at s a. m. fourth. prec-
spitation IN last "a hoursI.
, 1935-08-22

For years, Jerome Kern. musical
producer. believed that only shows
whose names began with the letter
IS" would succeed. He produced
Sally" sunny" Stepping Stones"
SHOW Boat ard Sweet Adeline."
, 1935-08-22

Continued IRON Page CEej
the rodeo, said that "the town Is
full Of fishermen" and most OF
them we're going out into the Gull
and pass Thursday TO try and
locate the fish. Some king mack
erel were being caught. and some
OF the fishing boats were going to
the mouth OF the Rio Grande
where all the So tarpon Of last
years rodeo were caught.
OF particular interest Thursday
were activities of fishermen on three
boats who were out in the Gulf
Thursday In quest Of a porpoise.
The fishermen heading the parties
were r. j. Montgomery OF Rio
Hondo. Ed Stuart or Harlingen and
L. Fl. McReynolds OF st. Louis.
They were equipped with small
darts. which will not harm the
porpoise, and which are attached to
fishing line. Once the porpoise is
harpooned. the fisherman viii fight
him with rod and reel.
, 1935-08-22
Want Live Porpoise

A porpoise is to be brought In
alive TO be used for a moving pic
ture TO be made by the Grantland
Rice corporation Of New York,
which is sending two cameramen
here. They will arrive Friday and
viii remain for a week in making
this picture, films of the rodeo, and
possibly other pictures Of interest.
The two leading contestants in
last years rodeo were on hand
Thursday. and were "wetting their
lines" David NJ. Lide OF Shreve-
port, who was runner I'D last year.
was out fishing early Thursday, and
DR.. /. Henry Smith, also OF Shreve-
port, was On hand later in the day.
and was also out trying his hand
IN preparation for the big OPEN
ing.
The sailfish quest. which is to be
made in earnest by one party, prom
iSes to bring results with ideal
conditions in the Gulf, which was
described Thursday as being flat
as q pancake"
The four who are going for sails
are Ty Catron OF Dallas, Sicily
Shelton Of Houston. and Hurt Bat
sell and Drew Patteson Of Browns
vile. They viii spend the entire
time Of the rodeo in quest Of this
fish.
Hundreds Of other expert fisher
men from many parts Of Texas and
from other states are on hand for
the event. and others win arrive be-
fore the opening gun Friday.
TIE rodeo viii last through Sum
day with entertainment events
throughout. There will be q dance
Thursday night at the Shary Yacht
club at Port Isabel. bait and fly
casting tournaments Thursday and
Friday night, a human fishing con-
test, porpoise riding event, and
finals Of the casting events Sunday
afternoon, and awarding OF prizes
about 5 p. m. Sunday.
Although the rodeo is a general
fishing event, the grand prize win
ner must have at least one tarpon
and 1t Is likely. barring unusual
weather, that tarpon viii figure
most prominently in the grand
prize. However. mere point awards
are given for Jackfish. ling. dolphin,
ETC., this year to encourage more
general fishing.
, 1935-08-22

wa in 1897 and the Balkan war uf
1928. IN 1911 An comrnfnd OK the
training ship Miaoulis he went t0
America with cadets OF the Greek
naval academy.
, 1935-08-22
L DATA
SUMMARY

Sunset Thursday ............ TOO
Sunrise Friday GOA
, 1935-08-22
TIDE TABLE

High and low tide at Port Isabel
Friday, under normal meteor
illogical conditions:
hlgn z.ZO q. m
Low 800 p. m.
, 1935-08-22

A pound OF butter was the custo-
mary payment given for a days
manual labor I'm Paris. I'm 1874.
, 1935-08-22
Protect Yourself >.
and Family!

II Is exceedingly dangerous to ride on tires that
are worn smooth. Don't take a chance when
you can trade in that old set for new U. S. Tires
and at the same time save from $500 to $500.
The u. s. Cog-Wheel Tread prevents skidding;
the safety-bonded body, inverted safety break
er, and three times safer anchor bead protests
you from blowouts - all at no higher cost than
ordinary tires.
, 1935-08-22
HUNDREDS OF

CONTINUED from Page crej
Montana labor news., 1935-12-19

In April, 1884, a group Of progressive
young educators, with the encourage
ment and support Of the labor move
ment OF Silver Bow County, organized
a local unit OF the American Fedora
ton OF Teachers in answer to a long
felt need in this community.
As stated in the preamble to the Con
stitution OF the American Federation
of Teachers, the following are their
aims:
l.. We believe in the schools as the
chief agency Of democracy.
2. We believe the schools have
failed in their fullest attainment be-
cause Of undemocratic administration
and adherence to tradition and lack of
responsiveness to the needs Of the
community and that teachers must find
the remedy if it is to be found.
3. We believe that servility breeds
servility and that if the schools are to
produce free unafraid men and women,
American citizens OF the highest type,
the teacher must live and work in an
atmosphere of freedom and self-re-
spect.
4. We believe the teacher is one of
the most highly productive of workers
and that the best interest of the school
and Of the people demand an intimate
contact and effective cooperation be-
tween the teachers and the other
workers Of the community upon whom
the future OF democracy must depend.
In a word Democracy in Education
and Education for Democracy.
The crying problem that confronted
the newly formed local was the equit-
able adjustment Of teachers salaries.
The plan upon which teachers salaries
were then based had been imperative
for eight years. Those who had at
tanned the maximum salary fortunately
received their amount until the depth
of the depression while the incoming
teacher remained at the minimum.
When a cut was believed necessary the
minimum teacher was reduced to 1914
per month, full time wage, or, if the
teacher we're SO unfortunate as to work
part time, she received $40. This stu
alton continued for a full year. Then
since no effort was made by any group
to remedy the inequality the Teachers
Union attacked the problem and Sc
cured a partial adjustment. In Sep
TENDER they secured a partial adjust
ment. In September, 1884, a commit
tee OF the union, through an exhaustive
study and much research of salary
condition in Butte and many other com
munities decided that a single salary
schedule was in line with progressive
educational trends throughout the
country.
This provides that teachers with
equal training and experience, whether
in elementary or high school, shall re-
ceive equal compensation. After much
consideration a workable schedule was
adopted by the union and presented to
the school board in March, 1885. The
school board, being open minded and
farsighted, adopted the measure, which
placed Butte in the vanguard in the
educational field.
Montana labor news., 1935-12-19

PLIMEN

We are taking the liberty of COM
plimenting Mary Thomas one of the
Teachers delegates of the Trades and
Labor Council upon her ability to give
a very lucid and convincing speech
when the occasion demands it.
For the last several weeks matters
pertaining to the Teachers Union have
taken up quite a bit of the proceedings
of the Trades and Labor Council and
it has required considerable explana-
ton to describe concisely and adequa-
tely the position taken by the teach
.ers and the value of their demands up
on the School Board for the adoption
OF the single salary schedule. Most
of this work devolved upon Mary
Thomas and she demonstrated her cap
acity to convey this message.
One remark that was made by this
member Of the Teachers Union prob
ably requires a little elaboration and
carries a thought that could be well
taken into consideration by some Of
the older heads of the labor movement.
The broadening aspects OF the labor
movement was a theme Of her talk,
and how the association with the Cen
trail Labor Body had lifted her out of
the narrow confines OF her former con-
cepts Of life. She stated that she had
received a new and fuller appreciation
Of life and, its problems together with
a fuller understanding of the business
of Labor aims.
Montana labor news., 1935-12-19
Leather Workers
Hold An Election

The Leather Workers organization.
at the election held by that union on
December II, 1885, made quite a num-
Der Of changes in its official staff.
This union is one Of the newest and
youngest in Silver Bow County. Most
of its members work at the tannery.
Although young as an organization, the
members are all familiar with the poll
cies and practices OF organized labor.
Consequently the union has been very
active since its beginning. The dele
gates at the Trades and Labor Coun-
Gil have made their presence known
more than once in issues involving
their union. In fact the leather work
ers' delegates in the Central Labor
Body have taken quite a prominent
part, not only in matters pertaining to
their W union, but in everything con-
nected with the welfare of organized
labor in Silver Bow County.
The new officers are as follows /:
Louis Buettner, President; J. Jacob
son, Vice President; Ted Leybold, Re
cording Secretary; Arthur J.. Dryer,
Secretary easurer J. Cromich, Chap
lain; Paul Y~arzembelt, Carroe Morris
and Merth Sullivan, Executive Com
mittee. K. McPhail was elected walk
ing delegate.
Montana labor news., 1935-12-19
GOOD FIGHT CARD
AT FOX THEATRE

The fight card at the Fox Theatre
Monday night demonstrated beyond all
doubt that Matchmaker Ben Hardin is
right in his conclusion that Butte fans
want high-class performances, and if
they are willing to pay for them, he
will make the arrangements.
For the second time since Ben Har-
din assumed his new role the fight
fans were treated to a thrilling affair.
The outstanding preliminary was that
between Charlie Brown of Spokane,
who substituted for Gunter, and Hook
ing. In the first couple of rounds,
Brown looked extremely dangerous,
having snap and speed. This boy had
all the earmarks OF the champion, but
he seemed a little hesitant to land
these tightening punches, consequently
most Of his attempts didn't reach home.
Hooking again showed his class and
power. Hooking won by a knockout.
In the main event Massey wa the
stronger as the fight progressed.
Payne was wild at times and missed
quite a few punches. The main event
went the full ten rounds and could
have been anyone's fight during most
of the time. Both OF the boys carried
enough dynamite to knock out either
OF them, but Massey was most danger
GUS in mixing. The whole fight was
exciting throughout.
Montana labor news., 1935-12-19
CRAFT ORCANIZA-
TON DEFENDED

President Green explained the atti-
ude and policies Of the American Fed
Grafton OF Labor toward the industrial
form Of organization in a letter read
by Secretary Grimes at the meeting
Tuesday evening.
The communication stated that the
decision of the last convention recent
ly held at Atlantic City laid out the
policy of the unions comprising the
American Federation Of Labor and that
this policy was determined after hours
of debate and it must be accepted by
the Trades unions comprising the par
ent organization.
Mr.. Green explained the changes
that have been made in industry in re-
cent years, particularly in regard to
mass production. He explained that
in some OF the mass production indus
tries the skill necessary to operate some
OF the machines could be learned in a
few months while it took years to ac-
quire the technic required in most of
the crafts.
The international Unions were the
%originators Of the American Federation
of Labor and without these national
organizations, the American Fedora
ton of Labor never could have been
born. Consequently these unions must
be- guaranteed their autonomy. All
city central labor councils are asked
to give a full measure of loyalty to the
ruling of the convention supporting the
craft type of organization.
Montana labor news., 1935-12-19
Notice Union Members!

FEDERATED TRADES COUNCIL
OF MILWAUKEE
Affiliated with the American Fed
Grafton OF Labor
Milwaukee, Wis.
December 2, 1885
To All City Central Bodies and
State F%ederations Of Labor:
Greeting
On August 20, 1885, the employees OF
the Lindemann- Hoverson Company OF
Milwaukee, Wisconsin, members Of
Machinists, Molders, Metal Polishers
and Foundry Employees Unions, went
out On strike in protest against their
working conditions at this plant.
After repeated efforts on the part
OF the Federated Trades Council to
negotiate with this company, in behalf
of the striking employees who asked
for this assistance, we were obliged to
place the Lindemann- Hoverson Com
pany on the 1--WE Do Not Patronize'
list.
The officials OF this company have
a%rrogantly refused to deal either with
representatives OF the Federated Trad
es Council or with representatives OF
their striking employees, and have car
ried their fight into the courts to try
and limit the number Of pickets, picket
ing this plant. The courts, have decid-
ed in favor of the unions and have
placed no restrictions on the unions as
to the number Of pickets they shall
use.
AT this time we are appealing to all
our sister central bodies and state fed
erations Of labor to appoint a commit
tee to visit your local dealers and re-
quest that they refrain from stocking
the products of this company and also
that you ask your membership to re-
frain from purchasing these products.
The company manufacturers L. and H.
Electric Ranges and Appliances; Ker-
ogas Oil Stoves and Ranges; Ovens
and Water Heaters; Gas, Coal and
Wood Stoves and Ranges; Alcazar
Gas Stoves and Garbage Burners.
With the hope that you will help
these striking members Of organized
labor so that they may win their bat
tie, we remain,
Fraternally yours,
FEDERATED TRADES COUNCIL
HERMAN SEIDE,
General Secretary.
(Sean
Montana labor news., 1935-12-19

In April, 1885, the incoming school
board rescinded the single salary
schedule, which was a staggering blow
to the local Teachers Union. This
board, however, recognized the justice
OF the basic principle that salaries
should be determined by training as
we'll as experience which was advocated
by the union and required all teachers
to file their credentials.
When the board offered the objec-
ton that finances prevented the adop-
ton Of the Teachers Union scale the
resourceful salary committee of the
Teachers Union appeared before the
Budget Board and secured a r~e-alloca-
ton OF funds SO that the necessary
amounts was available to put the union
scale into operation.
With the unfaltering support of the
Silver Bow Trades and Labor Council
the Teachers Union negotiated for
eight trying months, finally convincing
the present school board that the
single salary principle was the only
fair and equitable method Of determin-
ing teachers salaries. These negotia-
tons eliminated in the adoption
Wednesday, Dec. II, 1885, Of a single
salary schedule for teachers. 1t is re-
grettable that the single salary idea,
based upon qualifications, has not been
applied to principals.
The taxpayers will be pleased to
know that this adjustment does not in
crease the taxes penny but simply
transfers money already budgeted to
other items. 1t will be of interest to
the general public to know that of the
total school budget in Butte only 81
per cent is allowed for teachers sal
aries, while in other communities the
amount ranges from 90 per cent up to
rs per cent. The schools are only as
effective as the teachers. Good teach
ers mean good schools. This new
salary schedule offers an incentive for
teachers to improve themselves, which
will result in improved standards in our
schools.
Following is a prepared statement adj
dressed to the School Board by the in
dependent members, signifying their at
titude toward the single salary sched-
ule:
Gentlemen:
We are very happy to vote yes" on
the proposed single salary schedule.
AS you know we were greatly disap-
pointed when you gentlemen saw fit to
rescind the schedule adopted by the
School Board last Spring; so now it
gives us great pleasure to see that you
accept a schedule which is built on the
principles OF single salary scale with
recognition for training as well as ex-
perience.
This is the most progressive measure
that has been adopted in the Butte
Educational System for many a day.
The only reason or excuse for the ex-
istence of our public schools is the vel
fare OF the children. This measure
will certainly raise our standards and
directly benefit the children.
Therefore, we are heartily in accord
with your effort. We know it has
meant Unreasonable work by the Com
mittee of the Board as well as the
Teachers Union but now that success
has crowned your efforts, you will de-
rive reward in knowing that you have
done a splendid piece of work,
ARTHUR LEHWALDER,
FRANK REARDON.
Montana labor news., 1935-12-19
OIL COMPANIES CONDEMNED

The names Of the oil companies who
come under the condemnation of or
ganized labor were given to the dele
gates at the last meeting OF the Trad
es and Labor Council in answer to a
letter written by the Miners to the
International Oil Workers Union.
According to the letter very few OF
the oil companies operating in this dis
trict or in Montana lend any value to
the organized labor movement. The
letter stated specifically some OF the oil
companies that should come under the
ban insofar as these oil companies are
concerned, they don't seem TO be of
much value to the community. They
take a lot OF money out OF the city and
state and render very little service.
There are no local unions in Montana
affiliated with the International Oil
Workers.
Montana labor news., 1935-12-19
TRANSFERS UNION
HOLDS ELECTION

Max Weber and Pete Connors were
reelected president and business agent
respectively OF the Transfers Union al
a general election held by hat organi-
cation on the twelfth day of December
There are approximately five hun
bred members connected with this
union. 1t is one Of the largest and
most progressive of all organizations
affiliated with the Silver Bow Trades
and Labor Council. The Teamsters
election is always an occasion of much
interest. Nearly the entire member
ship cast their vote.
With this victory, Max Weber will
complete his seventh consecutive term
as president of the powerful Transfers
Union. while Pete Connors will com
plete his tenth year.
L. H. Bradley was reelected record
ing secretary. With the exception OF
one year Bradley has held this office
for fifteen years.
w. J. Mcintosh was first elected to
the office of ecretary-treasurer in
1925, and also rejected on the twelfth.
William Bill Squires was elected
Trustee for the next three years. He
probably holds the record of all the
officers OF the union, having served
continuously since 1922. Squires was
also reelected delegate to the Trades
and Labor Council along with Hutch
inson. who has served in this capacity
also for a number of years. Lou Bra
man was reelected vice president.
The Transfers Union will be repre-
sented in the Butte Building Trades
Council by three delegates, Thomas
Johns, Earl Merritt and Ralph Dunn,
to serve a year.
Montana labor news., 1935-12-19
MONTANA M0URNS
The PASSING OF
GOVERNOR COONEY

The sudden death Of Montana's chief
executive, just now at the approach of
the Holiday Season, casts sadness over
Montana and its people.
While the Governor did many things
that organized labor did not like, o the
other hand, he acquiesced in a request
OF labor last summer that probably far
surpassed any negative action that he
formerly took toward the unions. On
all the occasions that have presented
themselves wherein the writer was OBJ
liged to request a favor from the Gov
ernor or to seek his opinion on any
particular subject, he always found
Frank Cooney very considerate, kind
and obliging. This seems to be general
sentiment Of members Of organized la
Dor,
The compliment that was paid to the
Governor by his secretary William Ak
en-, sums up in a few words the Gov
%ernor's character. Will Aiken after
laying stress upon Mr., Cooney's devo-
ton to the State OF Montana and his
enthusiasm for the Conservation Pro-
gram ends his article by a little per-
sonal touch which is reproduced here
because it reflects so accurately the
Governors nature.
BY name and nature he was
frank. This absolute frankness was
by some termed a failing, but how
eve that may be, there was never
any equivocation about him. Adj
herent or opponent always knew just
where he stood. He was quick to
reach decisions, and once reached he
stayed with Them unless convinced
beyond cavil that he was in error.
In his office he was the soul OF
kindness and consideration. It is
gratifying to reflect that in my term
OF service with him he never spoke
a heated or impatient word in criti-
cism Of his staff. 1t was just not his
way with those close to him.
Francis Henry Cooney was proud
of his family, proud of his church,
proud OF the Irish in him, proud Of
his adopted state, proud Of his poll
teal party, and his passing is mourn
ed by those who worked with and for
him, as well as the multitude Of those
in all sections of the state
Montana labor news., 1935-12-19
SUMMARY OF events
OF CENTRAL COUNCIL

grasp this philosophy OF organized la
Dor, but if there is one ethical prin-
ciple of the unions that stands far and
above any other principle, it is that no
member of an organization shall squeal
on another. Perhaps this could be car
ried too far but on the other hand, it
is a high principled doctrine. A tale
bearer is a reprehensible person, even
when he tells the truth, to his super
ior. There is something mean and un-
demanded about the whole proceeding
Many times employers will pay a GER
tain employee to tell on others, and the
person that accepts this kind OF bribery
5 the lowest type of individual and is
a traitor to his union. He is also look
ed upon with discredit by the very one
that employs him. This /. the basis Of
the objections toward the Monitor Sys-
TEN being employed in the school.
Montana labor news., 1935-12-19

The Trades and Labor Council was
asked to send two delegates to a meet
ing Of the Liberal Political League to
be held at the Carpenters Union Hall,
Great Falls, Montana, on January II,
and II.
Ii was explained that the purpose of
this organization was to effect a more
centralized and comprehensive policy
Of the political program for the unions
in the next general election and to clear
away much OF the confusion and con-
flict Of opinion that has prevailed in
the past.
Owing to the rules Of the American
Federation OF Labor, regarding official
affiliation with political parties, Presi-
dent Erler felt that the Trades and La
Dor Council should hold aloof. How
ever the matter was submitted to the
Legislative committee for c~onsidera-
ton.
Montana labor news., 1935-12-19

are added attractions that are taken
into consideration by those who enjoy
dancing. The Miners Committee sends
out a cordial invitation to the public
to come to their hall and enjoy the
festivities there and assure them of a
good time, fine music, and a well con-
Quoted place.