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Newspaper

Helena Independent

Location

Helena, Montana, United States of America

Date

Aug 05, 1925

Page

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Tennessee Petition on File Frames Constitutional Questions

A Tennessee petition initiates a legal battle over evolution in schools. The suit challenges state authority and seeks injunctions against enforcement, with parties including teachers and youth advocates. The case references Scopes and federal court divisions in Tennessee as it moves through preliminary steps.

Chattanooga Tenn Ang Thessommted Press Tennessee Planaty Southern Erier

Simmons 10 Hang Plea Denied as Execution Nears

Walter R Simmons former Montana deputy sheriff saw his last chance fade today when Judge Mason Wheeler refused a habeas corpus writ intended to block his August 11 execution for the murder of Trimk Pahl a Spencer. The defense argued the reprieve was illegal while supporters sought clemency and petitions circulated locally.

Tinvelu Neh Ang Sod Press Walter R Simmons Montana Mason Wheeler Tryan Sy Leary Wal

Man Wanders With 7060 Dollars Police Report

A man described by police as Antena Sparite SD was found wandering with 7060 dollars on his person. He claimed he planned to travel to Billings Montana, heading in the opposite direction from where he was found. Authorities note the details are unclear due to garbled text.

Vinepes Associated Frees Antena Sparite Billings Mont Tharim

Dempsey ruled ineligible in New York and states

New York and several states moved to bar Jack Dempsey from fighting Harry Wills after alleged tactics in securing a match. The New York State Athletic Commission suspended Dempsey from signing fights while a bound match with Wills remains unmade, and warned other states to suspend or declare ineligible any boxer who fights Wills before the Dempsey-Wills agreement is formalized.

Dempsey New York Associated Press Jick Dempsey Alators Taille Mitch Haris Wills New York State Wills Bond Varley Wall Massachusetts Connecticut Pennsthania

Schwartz Charged With Murder Amid Missing Laborer Return

Charles Henry Schwartz, VP and GM of Me Profile Cellulose, is charged with murder tied to a charred body found at a Walnut Creek cellulose plant ruins after a Thursday explosion. A missing laborer, Portuguese Joe Rodrigues, later appeared in Oakland, while investigators kept the body at the county morgue for identification. Schwartz’s wife insists the remains are not her husband until proven otherwise.

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Seek Still Find a Murdered Man at Farm

An assault case reports liquor rathers searched the Adolphe Smetth farm without a warrant and found a man dead. A confessed suspect said he lured a parent with a Nanetter carte feet March and warned neighbors. The elder Sinerah had returned to Bohemia, and the father and son had lived and worked on the farm for years.

Wahoo Adolphe Smetth Nadl Mega Gertrel Sinerah Bohemia

Temporary officers named to fill vacancies after death of Hedges

The Grand Lodge announces appointing Schneier as grand secretary to replace the late Cornelius Hedges. He will not seek election. Dorber Toolnberg named grand recorder to serve until a successor is elected. A free sewing booklet copy is offered with two stamps for return postage.

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Mermaid Near Oal But As Mermaids Near Oal

Fragmentary OCR text appears to describe a mermaid near a location and a complex sentence structure. The readable segments reference a mermaid near a place, some obstacles, and mentions of trials or attempts, with unclear surrounding context. No clear events, dates, or names are established.

Mind Experts Insane Assoldt Incomplete Note

Fragmentary OCR text shows references to a mind expert and a prisoner, with unclear actions and outcomes. The garbled content makes it impossible to extract a coherent event, names, dates, or locations for a precise summary. Further readable source material is needed for a proper card.

Roundhouse Blaze Rips Through Siony City

A blaze consumed the Siony City Roundhouse causing extensive damage and drawing emergency crews. Witnesses reported flames ripping through the structure and triggering evacuations as authorities assess the scene.

Siony City Roundhouse

Coolidge Eyes advice on transportation and farm issues

President Coolidge plans to seek guidance from agricultural and transportation experts before proposing policy. He weighs consolidation in rail and shipping and aims to study farmers’ problems for a report to Congress ahead of December session.

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Unclear OCR Item on Commerce and Loadings

Fragmentary text references commerce and brick car loadings with many garbled words. Readable elements mention lines about traffic or shipments and possible names or places, but key details are missing making precise summary impossible.

Senate Lands Committee Plans Helena Hearing Aug 31

The Senate lands committee will conduct a broad probe into public lands administration. It will hold hearings across cities including Salt Lake City and Portland with focus on disposal, reclamation, and park land policy, led by Senator Walt of Montana.

Senate Helena Senate Lands Committee Han Salt Lake Gate Yakoit Wash Portland Pendleton Oregon Oregon Ita Salt Lake City County Walt Montana Ins d Purape Salt Creek Teapot

Bandit Who Fires on Petting Parties Still At Large

Bandit who fires on petting parties remains at large after a violent attempt to extort money ended in shooting and a murder. Police traced the suspect to a downtown arrest then released him after learning he had only recently arrived from another city. The same triple killer broadcast description matched the suspect, with dogs tracking a trail near South Federal Boulevard before scent was lost.

Denver Associated, Press Maria Mee Sopmich Vira Talia Stearns Ponkner Carl Terry Blondhounds Pollos South Federal Boulevard

Henry Ford Receives Greeting From U S Fleet

A garbled item references Henry Ford and a U S fleet greeting or award. Readable bits suggest honors or shipping context and possible modern industry linkage.

Henry Ford

Idle Car Engines Costing U S Says Scientist

A scientist from the University of Pitts dure warns idle engines waste fuel and harm the nation. He outlines fuel conservation and health protections and urges that engines be kept running or shut off only under safe conditions.

U.S Sam Awe Orlfia Owen Termire Atemists Inter Sect

Bozeman Roundup Draws Thousands In Attendance

The Bozeman Roundup attracted about eight thousand visitors over two days as tourists toured schedules planned months ahead. Local residents and out-of-town guests attended daily events with vendors and activities in the fairground area.

Bozeman Associated Press Tourisrs RJ Buelanan Tom Mahi Umar

Jury Tampering Case Reported in Picaford Court

Fragmentary OCR notes describe a jury tampering event in Picaford with a court appearance and attendance by a defendant. Details include a charged individual, a seated jury, and a planned court session today or soon. The text is garbled with partial names and times.

Anthracite wage talks break down in conference

The Hard Coal Conference failed to reach any agreement as the United Mine Workers and operators could not reconcile key demands. Chairman John To Tews replied to a harsh letter from Samuel De Warriner, noting operators publicly refuse to negotiate and signaling continued impasse.

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Andrews Aims to Block Liquor Smuggling at Border

Washington reports Assistant Secretary Andrews ordered border enforcement steps to seal smuggling routes along the Canada border near the Detroit River. The move directs augmentation of patrols and a full survey to identify and close gaps allowing liquor import to the United States.

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Expedition Planning Flights North for Arctic Probe

Washogow king 4-Bu Asso piel reports the Mac Milawre expedition is drafting plans for planes and air support. Officials seek to chart unknown northern routes and identify naval detachments. progress is described in terse military dispatches with vague dates and locations.

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Cochran Poem on Blues and Community

A fragmented poem reflects on Cochran and local blues, contrasting good and bad in town life. It mentions towns, voters, and a sense of dependence on nature and neighbors, with a cautious nod to civic feelings and memory.

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