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Newspaper
Helena Independent
Location
Helena, Montana, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 1925
Page
2
Reports from Chicago Indianapolis and Springfield describe continued stalemate over the coal strike. Union leaders insist on concessions like the check-off while operators refuse. Officials warn of fuel shortages, with anthracite shipments and retail coal flows rising to stockpile for potential disruptions.
A muddled OCR fragment details a severe storm affecting crops in Canada with mentions of farmers, names, and vague acts. The readable parts indicate crop loss and questions about shares or indemnity, but many words are garbled.
Whack and slap humor drives the act as a mischievous clown duo, including Fred Stelling and Jacy Morris, entertain audiences with stunts at the Ringling Brothers and Barman Bailey circus. Buck Raker wows with a motorized auto gag as clowns chase a rolling car. Aug. 18 show notes indicate this is part of the 1925 program.
Washington April 16 By the Associated Press William Green president of the American Federation of Labor urged President to oppose tariff reductions for textile manufacturers and called for a general wage cut policy. He warned that mills would respond by lowering wages and cutting benefits. AFL leaders urged the president to curb tariff schedules and protect workers from wage reductions.
Shanghai reports a large postal workers strike as about 1000 employees walk out demanding higher pay and shorter hours. Chinese guards patrol the central area while authorities respond to scattered clashes and a reported arrest incident amid the unrest.
Associated Press notes a nationwide livestock trend study by Armour’s Livestock Bureau. Western states see rising cattle and sheep numbers while hog populations dip postwar. North and Mountain regions gain hogs. southern areas see stronger sheep growth.
The article cites Margaret Wintringham arguing rural life pressures and the burden on women contribute to a decline in English agriculture. She notes women face heavy duties like carrying water and operating washing and household devices, hindering farm productivity. About 100,000 women are employed in farming, with wages often very low and few opportunities for advancement.
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A man risked his life to rescue a boy from a crater during a search in Colorado. After hours of effort, rescuers found the boy unconscious between rocks and he was rushed to Manitou and then to a Colorado Springs hospital with a fractured skull and multiple injuries from sliding down a crater slide.
Barker defeated Briscoe to win the golf finals with a total of 306 over 72 holes, while U Howat earned third place. The event featured strong players including Montana veterans and a strong showing by Mrs Frank Tucker, who won the women’s championship in a tense, crowd-filled match.
Elinor Gilys presents Man and Maid at the Marlow in a Metro Goldwyn Mayer production. Madame Glyn’s tale is brought to life with real people and incidents. Harriet Tammrand stars as the heroine, with Tom Cody or the actor cast as the lead male, closely resembling the tale’s hero.
The 150th anniversary season features a revival of Sheridan's Rivals at the Marlow theatre on Saturday Aug 22 with matinee and night shows. George C. Tyler and Mugh Ford present a strong cast led by Mrs. Fiske as Men. Mat?ro p, Chauncey Olott as Sir Lucius O Tr igger, and Thomas A Wise as Sir Anthony Abedolute. The tour honors the memory of a noted writer and British parliamentarian connected to American colonies.
The Ninth Annual Montana State Golf Association champions crowned Open winner Chet Alexander of Helena, with R. Walker and James Wall prominent. Murphy won on day two with 19, Farraworth led after two rounds with 22, and Murphy captured the final day with strong scores. The event listed multiple class winners including men and women from Helena, Anaconda, Butte, and nearby clubs, with totals and nets for the championship rounds.
In Morocco press reports say French governor general Lyantey will depart for Vichy as Marshal Petain arrives, while tribes allied with Abd el-Krim are urged to submit. Thousands of leaflets dropped by Spanish and French aircraft urge the rebels to cease fighting and accept protectorate.
A Madrid statement from the Spanish government says Abd-El-Krim’s proposed terms for Moroccan peace are impossible. Spain rejects independence for the Rif, demands not delivered, and accuses the Moorish leader of insincerity. It says peace talks failed but offers liberal terms and aligns with France on Moroccan policy. Also from Nome Alaska a wireless message notes the Ram of Nome wreck near Whalen Siberia with the crew reported safe.
The president will suggest acceptance of the first Belgian government proposal. If talks in Washington on funding Belgian debt to the United States fail, arbitration in Parliament may be raised. An inter allied conference idea gains traction. King Albert’s Paris trip could influence details. Officials remain silent on the delicate debt issue.
New York report summarizes a survey by the American Museum of Safety and the National Committee for Prevention of Blindness on fireworks casualties from 600 cities in 36 states. It notes 111 deaths and 1,030 injuries, mainly among children, with most incidents on or around July 4.
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