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Newspaper

Helena Independent

Location

Helena, Montana, United States of America

Date

Aug 23, 1925

Page

2

Soldiers Home Model Institution Praised by Secretary Stewart

Secretary of State Charles T. Stewart, returning from an inspection, lauded the Montana soldiers home at Columbia Falls Flathead county as a model institution. He admired the setting the new heating plant the hospital dormitories and gardens and noted the home’s efficient operation and lack of complaints over two years. He praised crops in the Flathead noting heavy wheat and busy harvest activity as proof of the region’s value as a garden spot.

Montana Peat Columbia Falls Flathead County Charles T. Stewart Stewart Soldiers’ Home Flathead Ude Col W. B. Harlan Col. Harlan Mr. Stewart Flathead Country

Japanese scientist earns doctorate for fasting theory

Tokyo July 22 A N E Takahira of the Tokyo Nutrition laboratory received the Doctor of Science degree from Keio University for a theory on the anagenesis of the body of a Japanese. She studied the effects of long fasts, experimenting on herself by abstaining from food for three to four weeks. The theory argues that Japanese can fast for extended periods without harm, up to 50 days according to the report.

Tokyo Takahira Tokyo Nutrition Laboratory Keio University Kiothenia

Ellingson WIAD Declared Guilty in Manslaughter Trial

Dorothy Ellingson, 17, was found guilty of manslaughter by a San Francisco superior court jury after 10 hours of deliberation. She remained calm, chewing gum before and after the verdict. The judge warned spectators against outbursts.

San Francisco Associated Press Dorothy Ellingson Superior Court Agum Torehan Harold Londerback

Trio of Bad Men Retaken After Police Trap

The trio of wanted criminals was captured and will be sent to the penitentiary tomorrow. They face first degree murder charges after a police operation aided by Phil Carson, an ex-prisoner, who identified Murray and coordinated the trap near Centralia. Murray, Kelley, and Willis had been hiding near White Salmon, Washington.

Phil Carson Kelly Butte Rock Pile Carson Portland Murray Vancouver Centralvi Lle Kelley Willis White Salmon Wash Centralia Glendale-Yakima

Chicago Bandit Killed in Battle Ends Bank Robbery

In a Los Angeles pistol duel police killed Rudolph Franta, Chicago gang boss and highway robber. A bank raid ended with three robbers shot. one captured, others fled. Patrolman W F Smith was seriously wounded. Boundary BC town fire near Waneta brought under control, with rack firing credited for saving Waneta.

Chicago Rudolph Franta Polcemen Los Angeles Franta Illinois Nelson B.C Boundary American Territory Columbia River Canada United States Waneta Pond Crestle British Columbia

Frocks and Fabrics Thread Fashion Outlook in Island Window

The feature surveys Vogue inspired styles with black satin accents and modernist details. Dressed in frost crepe and velvet broche, gowns showcase autumn colors and fur trims while wool twill models highlight Lorcheen and Charmeen cuts. A dense palette lists diverse fabrics and race names, emphasizing new color trends and tailoring.

Eastern Star closes with installation at Montana Grand Chapter

Miggouln Aug 22 AT Ma 36th annual session of the Grand Chapter of Montana C E S concluded with installation of newly elected officers. About 800 members filled University Gymnasium for the ceremony. Afternoon sessions featured committee reports and business. President C B Clapp spoke on the State University. Elected officers include Mrs Mary H Brown Bozeman grand matron Walter R Flasenhar Torry grand patron Mrs Vera Faron Billings associate grand matron John R Lewin Columbia Walla associate grand patron Mrs Mary J Hugo Butte grand

Miggouln Associated Press Grand Chapter Montana State University C. 13 Clapp Mary H. Brown Bozeman Walter R. Flasenhar Torry Vera Faron Billings John R. Lewin Columbia Walla Mary 3. Hugo Butte

Stevensville official figures cited in meeting notes

Secretary and Mra. Cynthia C. Plummer of Stevensville named as grand treasurer in the outlined roles. The brief item spots these officials in the governance roster, highlighting their titles and jurisdictions within the organization.

Mra Cynthia C. Plummer Stevensville

Roman mother gives two sons to replace fallen son

Paris reports a Fez correspondent recalls a Roman mother who, after a son from the Ater tribe die in the Rabat advance against Abd El Krim, meets the returning soldiers and offers two younger sons to the officer recruiting tribesmen, saying the enemy has killed one son and she gives two to replace him.

Paris Associated Press Temps Fez Abd-El Krim

Woman in plot to poison husband case in Cairo

Oscar Amos, an ex convict, is under arrest in Cairo for conspiring with Mrs. William Hethman to poison her husband to enable marriage to Amos. A letter revealing the plan was delivered to Deputy Sheriff Leslie Roche. A poison pack hidden in a stove, and Mrs. Hethman’s confession about lacing coffee with rat poison, led to the investigation. The husband survived. a six year old child was noted in the report.

Cairo Isis Associated Press Oscar Amos William Heghman Amos Hethman Leslie Roche

Jbody of Girl of 7 In Pit May Be Murder

Isabella Ramirez a seven year old girl was found dead in a water filled coal pit near Taton Colorado. Coroner's inquest postponed as officials pursue possible foul play after a boy said two youths clubbed the child and tossed her body into the pit. Bruises noted on the head but cause undetermined. names withheld.

Greeley Colo Associated Presa Isabella Ramerez Taton J. A. Weaver

Fossil Dwarfed Camel Found in National Museum

A fossil of a dwarfed camel is housed in the National Museum and is believed to be about 1,000,000 years old. The find highlights ancient fauna and the site’s paleontological significance for early camel evolution.

National Museum

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