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Newspaper
Helena Independent
Location
Helena, Montana, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1925
Page
4
A column recounts rumors of cows killed by hunters near posted ranches, noting shotgun claims are unlikely for cows at duck range. It cites the Columbus News urging hunters to respect laws, avoid stock damage, and assist officers in enforcing game rules, recommending action against violators.
A Montana writer warns of a Florida real estate surge matching California's boom and bust pattern. He notes many Southern California experts have moved to Florida, urging caution and suggesting only those with on site timing may profit. The piece cautions against overvalued land and alligator pond areas, stressing intrinsic value over inflated prices.
A curious ride into business methods uncovers the Southern Pacific line owner amid a vast Long Island tract at Rockaway Point. The piece notes a violent economic boom underway, tied to major wealth and power, with the owner’s actions reflecting industry influence.
The piece traces Collis P Huntington’s New York seaside land, once a failed resort bought by him, then sold to Central Pacific, later owned by Southern Pacific. It notes how booms and busts shaped the asset's value, linking Huntington to a era of railroad magnates and shifting fortunes.
A San Francisco court convicts the Ellingson girl of manslaughter for shooting her mother to death after a dispute over her dancing. The verdict could lead to a one year sentence.
The piece argues France should abandon its Syria venture amid Druze resistance in Haran plains where 15,000 cavalrymen threaten French colonists. It questions the motive of colonization, notes British influence via King Feisel of Irak, and cautions that continued fighting harms French interests and dignity. A withdrawal is deemed sensible.
The Argonaut discusses a Australian observer’s forecast that San Francisco will remain the world’s leading metropolis in a century. It cites the city’s Pacific port location, growing regional wealth, and expanding western markets as engines of long term growth despite uncertain future events.
A Department of Commerce report shows boxed apples surged from 1922 to 1924, with Washington leading U S shipments. In 1924 boxed apples totaled about 6 78 million boxes, while barreled exports remained steadier, totaling around 7 88 million barrels. European markets led demand with Great Britain and Germany as top customers. Washington alone produced about 20 million boxes, reflecting a strong shift toward boxed shipments from the Northwest.
Countries including Ireland Sweden and Denmark show rising barreled apple imports while Central and South American nations order less. Canada remains a leading exporter to the United States, with Australia shipping most apples to Britain. U S and Canadian grading laws standardize size and color to boost sales abroad.
The state mine inspector notes rats in lignite and deeper coal mines show adult adaptation rather than superiority. Miners welcome rats for their keen noses detecting black damp, the deadly mine menace, while Flickertail enthusiasm exaggerates the creatures as omens of mine shutdowns.
The bond market shows new strength as prices rise and trading expands, aided by easier money signals after August rate cuts. Liberty bonds attract buyers amid government financing hints, while European issues gain on Belgian and French funding prospects. Overall activity climbs with steel, rail, and auto sectors enjoying firmer conditions despite lingering rate uncertainty.
Readers are invited to submit questions to Frederic J. Myskin for factual answers quoted with no charge. The column covers biology, weather, geography, history, law, religion, finance, and construction. It notes winds in California, submarine cables totaling about 300000 nautical miles, a water feast in Taarma, the Ides dates, Calhoun’s 1812 bill role, English anatomy laws of 1832, Shaker groups, historic cattle sale records, Swift quotations, and a bricklayers dispute impacting 150 million in US construction.
In San Francisco on August 23 the three U S naval seaplanes bound for a nonstop flight to Honolulu arrived. PN 9 planes from San Diego completed legs and Crissy Field hosted PB 1 after repairs. One PN 9 faced an oil leak at San Pedro, another PN 9 3 arrived nonstop, and the PR 1 from Coos Bay completed rest.
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