Rights of the Public in Coal Talks and Market Pressures
The piece argues that negotiations between hard coal operators and miners may push the government to intervene and reveal the coal commission’s long-delayed report. It defends public interests but notes society rewards self-interest, with operators and miners competing in a market where consumers pay the price, suggesting soft coal or fuel alternatives if prices rise. It touches on crime news with a brief note about a Chicago escape plot and Anaconda gangsters, framed as part of a broader, unsettled public discourse.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Montana
Coal Commission
Hach
Sims
Roland Mayes
George
Mary His Mather
Wernings
Europe
America
Senate
Crithes
Another Blow to the Boys in Politics over Farm Aid
A Washington dispatch notes Secretary William M. Jardine after touring western farms says further Congressional farm legislation would not help. The piece recalls Henry L. Wallace revealing high farm taxes, doubling in several states, and critiquing politicians, payroll hogs, and public servants feeding on farm income.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Secretary of Agriculture
William M. Jardine
Montana
President Coolidge
Washington
Northwest
Washington Dispatch
Congress
Farm Bureau Federation
Henry L. Wallace
Iowa
Wallace
Mr. Wallace
Ohio
Indiana
Wisconsin
Farm fixers tremble as Dr Jardine knocks out farm bloc permits
Farmers face new political pressure as Dr Jardine sweeps away the quack doctors' farm bloc permits. The move upsets Wheelers Long Pines Lone Pines Bill Dunns and Evans boys who sought farmer support through promises of relief. Economists warn of a food shortage a century hence amid calls to reduce production.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Jardine
Wheelers
Long Pines
Lone Pines
Bill Dunns
John M. Evans
Dixons
Lanstrums
Leavitta
Bringing Him To Time In Boxing Showdown Debate
A New York boxing commission stance on barring Dempsey from opponents outside the state sparks calls for reform. Writers urge a rule forcing champions to defend titles at least twice yearly, arguing the current system lets Dempsey hoard the belt while earning large purses. The piece questions public opinion and hints at rival Willard.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Jack Dempsey
Boxing Commission
Dempsey
Will
Not feminism but widows chosen to fill vacancies
A newspaper discusses the election of widows to Congress after their husbands’ deaths, arguing the move reflects male guardianship and traditional chivalry rather than women’s independent merit. It notes the widows have proven capable but claims the trend dates to pre suffrage attitudes despite Bryan’s broader historical impact.
Birthmarks and the King Image in American Thought
A reflective piece critiques reverence for monarchy and the presidential office, noting Americans inherit a noble ancestry yet struggle with democratic egalitarian ideals. It argues that deference to leaders persists despite anti monarchist aims and explores the psychology of power and class in the nation.
Mexico's Industries Attract Major American Investment
The Haskin Letter outlines how United States investors fund Mexico's diverse sectors from railways to textiles. It notes railways hold the largest invested capital at over $1.02 billion, agriculture $540 million, and petroleum $532 million, with mining and manufacturing also substantial. The piece emphasizes continued U S capital amidst political risks, and hints at broad economic links between the two nations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
United States
Mexico
Floudtless
Department of Commerce
Almer
Mexco
Alcaico Ae
Carmen
Europe
Notable etcher Joseph Pennell born in Philadelphia July 4 1860
This biography lists Pennell’s artistic education and awards from Paris, Philadelphia, Chicago, and beyond. It highlights medals at Paris Exposition 1900, Dresden 1902, St. Louis 1904, Liege 1905, Milan 1906, Barcelona 1907, Amsterdam 1912, San Francisco 1916, and honors from Rome 1911 and London 1913. It notes exhibitions, memberships, official roles, and publications by J B Lippincott Company and Mrs Pennell, including The Whistler Journal.
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Joseph Pennell
Philadelphia
Pennsylvania School of Industrial Arts
Paris
Chicago
Buffalo
Dresden
Liege
Milan
Barcelona
Brussels
Amsterdam
San Francisco
Rome
London
Florence
Panama
Luxembourg
Cabinet Des Estamps
France
Uffzi Gallery
American Academy of Arts and Letters
Institute of Arts and Letters
J. B. Lippincott Company
Pennell
Whistler Journal
James McNeil Whistler
Textile wage cuts temper Rhode Island mill shutdowns
The Philadelphia Record notes the President leans toward a slow steady textile recovery while a Rhode Island mill closes for two weeks. Wage reductions spread, with June wool selling activity down from May as mills slow. Federation leaders urge tariff protection, arguing wage cuts show force without broader industry-wide decreases.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dieve
Rhode Island
Green
Federation of Tabor
Tokyo's Poor Children Lacking Proper Nutrition After Disaster
Tokyo reports show only seven percent of children under seven in Shin wards healthy due to malnutrition and disease after the 1924 earthquake and fire. The Child Welfare section warns conditions worsen unless immediate aid reaches those in temporary housing in poor areas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tokyo
Montana Third in Wool Production for the Year
Montana ranked third in wool production for 1925, with an estimated yield of 20,693,000 pounds reported by George A. Scott, regional livestock statistician, United States Department of Agriculture. Wyoming and Texas led the western states, Montana’s average fleece weight near 7.4 pounds, just under Utah, Washington, and Oregon. U.S. average is 7.49 pounds. A western summary follows.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Montana
George A. Scott
United States Agricultural Department
Wit
Dult Lake
U. B
Wyoming
Texas
Utah
Washington
Oregon
United States
Colorado
New Mexico
Arizona
Nevada
Idaho
California
Dako
Western States
State Bonded Debt Near Five Million in Montana
Lee Dennis prepares a Montana financial statement on bonded debt for 1924 and 1925 as $4,942,000 in total bonded indebtedness with $8,87,241 sinking fund and a population of 547,593 noted for 1920. The tax levy for 1924 and 1925 shows 4-2 wills with 10-12 of an mil for interest and sinking fund.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lee Dennis
Board of Examiners
Montana
State of
Weather forecasting taught in the Army
Army weather forecasting training expands at the Presidio and other camps. Graduates from the Signal School meteorology unit are posted along military air routes to provide forecasts for aviators. The work covers upper air currents and storm patterns, aiding safe flight operations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Francisco
Associated Press
Army Service Ghents
Presidio
Signal School
Crome War Department Airways
Methodist Church Merger Question Dominates Fall Confabs
Chicago August 5 AP dispatch notes fall conferences of the northern Methodist Church will vote on unification with the Methodist Episcopal Church in the South. The merger issue is listed as a paramount question at the August 12 start of meetings, including the East Japanese conference at Sasat He.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Asociated Press
Methodist Episcopal Church
Ssat- He
National Capital Day News Briefs Outline Tasks
A United States highway system outline is noted. Ratifications of Chinese treaties wrapped up. Readjustment of southern freight tariffs ordered. The American Federation of Latters opposed immigration law changes. Police ordered special patrols for the Ku Klux Klan parade this Saturday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Palice
Livingston Sees Rise In Juvenile Car Theft And Rowdy Gangs
The Livingston Enterprise reports growing concern over juvenile crime with auto thefts for joy rides to dances and an Anaconda style rowdy club influence. Victims hesitate to prosecute as suspects come from respectable families, hindering justice while police trace a Ralph Habbit car theft near Bruffey road. Local youths and mixed gender groups are suspected, signaling a troubling new trend in the community.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Civingston
Butte
Anaconda
Livingston
Mat J
al Garrison
Vwo
Les
Ralph Habbitt
Bruffey Road
Cluck Han
Livingston Enterprise
Delivers Oration At His Own Funeral
Davenport Aug 3 The voice of the dead delivered the funeral oration for Charles W Lau wealthy retired farmer and former school board member He died last Saturday and three months earlier visited a Chicago lab to record two addresses on phonograph records The two addresses were played at the home services and at the crematorium May the deceased critique church practice and urge a break from traditionalism amid modern church evils
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Davenport
Associated Press
Voice of the
Charles W. Lau
Lau
Chicago
Paul ‘I
Clark
Los Angeles
Carl
Rehnberg
Answers to Questions for Helena readers
Washington Information Bureau offers a free service answering reader questions with exact information. Examples include definitions of bags for trousers, which birds build the most beautiful nests, Pullman car naming, albumen versus albumin spellings, Friendship Day date, speed of indoor vs outdoor tracks, nicotine properties, drowned river systems, lawn mowing timing, original packaging in U.S. law, and the Pala d’Oro at St. Mark’s Venice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Qor
Washington Information Bureau
Helena
E. M
Oxford University
Africa
East Indies
P. N
Point Adams
East Aurora
Bert Havana
S. 7 Afl
Tucison
Delaware
Susquehanna
Potomac
James
Truth
M. RS
St. Mark's
Venice
National Museum Should Hold Wright Round the World Planes
The war department favors placing the army round the world airplanes in Washington National Museum. Chicago wants the flagship for the Field Museum, but the historic aircraft belong to the nation, not a city. The Philadelphia Record urges room for all in the National Museum.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Kensington Maesum
London
War Department
National Museum
Chicago
Field Museum
United States
Philadelphia
Byrd Leads in Virginia Democratic Primary by Large Margin
Richmond Aug 1 by the Associated Press Byron Flood Byrd of Winchester led G Walter Mapp of Accomack by about 20 000 votes for the gubernatorial nomination in the Democratic primary reporting from 727 of 1646 precincts. Total votes in those precincts show Byrd 48047 Mapp 28070.
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Richmond
Associated Press
Tiacry Flood Byrd
Winchester
G. Walter Mapp
Accommar
Mapp
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