Trimming the Hiram Rubes and the Nonpartisan League
The Helena Independent decries farmers who joined the Nonpartisan League after paying $16 or $18 to Townley. It accuses Baer of North Dakota of calling these supporters Hiram Rubes as favors promised by the league allegedly shifted to socialist aims. The piece warns of plans for state owned mills telephones grain grading and further reforms coupled with confiscatory policies and political pardons.
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Helena
Hiram Rubes
Baer
North Dakota
Montana
Townley
Nonpartisan League
Independent
Great Farmers’ Movement
Torrens
Butte
Russia
W. F., Dunn
Silver Bow County
Farmers and labor schemes stir Montana political feud
A critique blames Montana farmers for backing socialist moves led by Townley. It cites delegates from Butte and Great Falls, notes Dunn and Wheeler aiming for governor and sheriff roles, and argues eight hour and later four hour days are steps toward industrial control, urging farmers to awaken and quit the Nonpartisan league pressures.
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Shibbers
Duny and Wheeler
Butte
Alfred Budden
Great Falls
Bill
Dunn
Hirams
Wheeler
Montana
Silver Bow County
Socialist Party
L. J. Duncan
Nonpartisan League
Montana Labor League
Townley
Hiram Rubes
Water power bill fate sparks energy debate
Senators and congressmen call the water development bill a cruel blow to the west as it perishes without action. It would interrupt hydroelectric plant development for mills, railroads, and irrigation, forcing greater coal and fuel use amid scarcity. In 1919 electricity totaled 88.9 billion kWh, with 62.1 percent from water power and daily outputs around 120 million kWh.
Single Tax vs Home Owning Debate Across Western States
The piece argues western states will test single tax amendments to constitutions while California backs an initiative requiring 25 percent of voters to start a tax bill. It questions why zones favoring home ownership would be targeted by a system intended to promote landlord wealth.
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California
Western states reject Single Land Tax, voters favor change
The western states vote down Single Land Tax by large majorities and the press attacks the issue. The result is expected to repeat in the November 1920 elections as socialistic measures fall out of favor.
Harding Win Seen As Likely In Coming Election
A stark forecast argues that urban and rural voters will rally behind Senator Harding, driven by a desire for practical results over reform theory. The piece asserts his landslide victory is inevitable due to broad public sentiment across cities, towns, farms, and regions.
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Great
Middle
Far West
Harding
Fires in Dwelling Houses Cause Most US Blazes
The actuarial bureau of the National Board of Fire Underwriters reports 232 021 fires in one year, 65 percent in homes, with logs totaling 86 166 420 dollars. It notes about 230 000 fires stem from carelessness or failure to address fire hazards.
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Actuarial Bureau
National Board of Fire Underwriters
Why He Appeals to the Common People
Senator Harding appeals to the broad west and plain folk who value common sense over theories. He champions modest homes and wholesome atmosphere, contrasting with marble palaces and idle luxuries. The common people see in him a relief from a loud, unsettled national government.
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Senator Harding
West
Senator Harding Opposes War Yet Supports Victory
In April 1917 in the senate Harding declared he would vote for war to protect American rights not democracy, reflecting popular sentiment. The piece notes farmers cutting costs with motor trucks and electric plants boosting farm productivity and family life through time and labor savings.
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Senate
Harding
Republic
Wilson
United States
United
America
Birthing notices from local Dillon area parish page
The St James Guild announces a baptism and family announcements. Mrs C P Thomas hosts a gathering with William Bernstein at the Bernstein home. A child named Wagner born to Mr and Mrs Lawrence Wagner in Dillon on June 30.
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St.” ‘James Guild
C. P. Thomas Wm. Bernstein
Bernstein
Dillon
Lawrence
Wagner
Ford Touring Car Sale Listing
Overhauled 4917 model Ford touring car available from Dillon Co. Loaned details show genuine condition and recent work completed. Contact S798 for pricing and viewing arrangements.
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Dillon Co
From Luxury to Necessity in Early Automobile Era
A fragment notes how the automobile shifted from a luxury to a daily necessity as society adapted to new mobility. The piece hints at shifting consumer attitudes and evolving usage from elite status to common utility.
Dean's Kidney Pills Endorsement Case Promises Relief
A reader testimonial extols Dean's Kidney Pills for backache headaches and especially urinary trouble. Mrs J Wills of Helena recalls kidney issues and bladder inflammation, praising Doan's as giving relief after trying Roan's separately. The ad urges caution and self care to avoid serious kidney danger.
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Dean
Dillon
J. Wills
Fragmentary note mentions Tattersalls and names
A fragmentary OCR note references Tattersalls and several unclear names and figures. The text is incomplete leaving identification of event or context uncertain.
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Ublishing Company
Sant Bees
Tribune
Dillon Postoffice
Telephone
Public’ Service
Réal ‘Service
Hart Schaffner & Marx
Dita Baad Et Geen
and. Records
Derful Music
Sedat
Orkate
Sen. Harding
Akeree
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