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Newspaper
Choteau Acantha
Location
Choteau, Montana, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1924
Page
8
The note argues that silence in the face of injustice makes cowards, urging the few who dare to speak up to fight against ignorance and lust. It quotes that without protest the Inquisition and guillotines could reign, and calls for continual vocal action to correct wrongs.
The piece notes sixty congressmen proposing Volstead law changes to allow 2.75 percent beer. It cites the Association Against the Prohibition Amendment and experts like Dr. Harvey W. Wiley arguing beer’s health danger, alongside police testimony about beer’s effects before prohibition.
A 19th or early 20th century Minnesota confession is cited with a drunken driving to justify beer licensing. Police link light wine and beer to open brothels and liquor courts, recalling pre Prohibition beer consumption. Senator Reed loses Missouri convention support amid calls to modify the Volstead Act to legalize beer.
The Keeley Institute of Denver Colorado is offered for sale due to declining business since prohibition began in the state and with national constitutional prohibition now in force the facility is no longer needed.
State Auditor Geo P Porter certifies the company is authorized to transact life insurance in Montana until March 31 1926 with agents as required. The 1923 figures show paid up capital 204051.52 assets and liabilities 4725333.10 net surplus 228718.42, and policyholder surplus 28478 718.42.
J R Collins was a visitor here from Bynum on Saturday.
State Auditor Geo P Porter certifies Northwestern National Life Insurance Company of Minneapolis is authorized to transact life insurance in Montana until March 31, 1925. The 1923 statement reports assets and liabilities totaling 15,513,810.40 with net surplus and policyholder surplus of 1,152,367.78 and a combined mutual account total of 5,668,644.85 and 3,553,700.96 respectively.
Mrs. L. Mahoney of Great Falls Montana reports relief from backache and headaches after using Doan’s Pills to support weakened kidneys. The ad touts the product as a stimulant diuretic available at Bridgeman Drug Co and other dealers for 60 cents. Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY is listed as the maker.
Pola Negri appears in her second American Paramount feature The Cheat at the Royal theatre for a two day run next Monday and Tuesday. Jack Holt leads with Charles de Roche heading a refined supporting cast in a dramatic George Fitzmaurice production with lavish gowns and elaborate scenes.
A compact adage notes there is no good in arguing with the Inevitable and that the only sensible response to the east wind is to wear an overcoat. The quote attributes the line to James Russell Lowell, reflecting a stance on acceptance and practicality.
The Occidental Life Insurance Company of Los Angeles California has submitted a sworn statement of its condition to the office. The filing documents the financial status and solvency information as part of regulatory disclosure.
For sale two teams of work mares and heavy geldings each about 1400 pounds. One team listed as Power Morgan Co. 40tfic with a 40foot hitch. Potential buyers urged to inquire for details and price.
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