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Newspaper
Helena Independent
Location
Helena, Montana, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1925
Page
1
Insurgents declare brutal confrontation as regular forces face a deadly siege. The fighting centers on strategic positions and civilian casualties rise amid a harsh, unresolved conflict across the front. Local observers warn of intensified violence and shifting loyalties.
New York reports show tentative business indicators strengthening last week as trade irregularities soften. Markets inch toward stability with cautious optimism as analysts note improved demand signals and ongoing recovery despite pockets of weakness across sectors.
White Plains reports that Leonard Rhinelander will press higher courts to overturn the annulment verdict in his marriage dispute with Alice Jones Rhinelander. Justice Morschauser may issue an opinion by month’s end Millis cautions Mrs Jones Rhinelander’s alimony of 200 stays during appeal A stranger claiming to be Rhinelander was detained in New Rochelle after a rushed visit to the Jones home later identified as Teddy Forn of Newark.
As the 39th Congress nears convening, insurgent Republicans challenge party leaders and nominate Nick Longworth of Ohio as a candidate for speaker. The split signals a major test of regularity and party control with Minnesota, New York, Wisconsin, and others backing reform paths while Democrats eye Bennett or other figures in the Senate.
The Ilelen Iudge of Tile No. 193 Elks held a memorial service at the Marlow with many Elks and families in attendance. Honorable Dan T Malloy delivered the memorial address, praising the departed members CLA McNamara William F Ward Ry Ludlow Wyly From L B Woods. Memorial committee members included J A Walker and others.
News reports from Tokyo state Crown Prince Hirokita and Princess Nagaka welcomed a granddaughter. The infant will be presented with the imperial sword in a traditional ceremony, and official announcements went to the Emperor, Empress, and prince regent. Naming and other rites follow imperial protocol.
Butte's lodge of Miks held its annual memorial services at the Treadway theater yesterday morning. State Senator TY OT Stewart of the Anaconda Hodge of Miks delivered the oration.
A mass meeting in Seattle urged impeaching Mayor Dwin T. Brown. Aubrose M. Barlex, pastor of First Baptist, led the address alleging corruption and pushing recall petitions. The King County grand jury approved a recall report and impeachment petitions were to be sent to the city council. The mayor denied the charges and said he would sue to protect public officials’ characters.
Rowers Ferry Idaho December 6. A westbound Great Northern freight train plunged into a rock slide near Rowers Ferry. Brakeman Charles Ro McGuire, 35, died. Engineer John Jarring and ten others injured as ten cars tumbled into the Koootena river. Witness Mrs Vane reported passengers at the engin cab escaped. Survivors were rescued as the wreck burned into the night. the line runs from Spokane.
Terrific gales in the Atlantic stall ships including the United States liner America and the Cunarder Arago, delaying arrivals to Plymouth and New York. The Rotterdam, an American liner, is reported en route but cannot arrive Tuesday morning.
Rulte December 6. Charles N. Galvin a 21 year old student at the Montana School of Mines is charged with burglaries here. He allegedly robbed two aloe stores and admitted to police after being arrested for a burglary at the Gamer Sher store where he was caught by Merchant Policeman Chris Regan while attempting to break the safe.
Turkish spokesman in Angora rejects any council decision that would abandon Turkish sovereignty in Mosul. The statement clarifies Turkey’s bloc against a warlike posture and aligns with Britain in a dispute widening tension at Geneva.
A big early morning fire in Portsmouth Ohio destroyed three major business blocks causing an estimated loss above five hundred thousand dollars. Fire crews fought the blaze through the morning, with firefighters reporting extensive damage and danger to nearby structures. The cause was under investigation and no fatalities were reported.
Quake reports reached Butte with mentions of instruments at Montana State Shop and a statement from W B Carroll, geologist, who said he had noticed no shock. In Butte today there were reports of an earthquake around an unspecified magnitude, with continued details promised on page two.
Rudyard Kipling's condition shows improvement as pneumonia symptoms persist in bronchial areas. Attending doctors including Lord Dawson express cautious optimism about his ultimate recovery despite ongoing respiratory issues.
A grand jury inquiry into a bootlegging ring involving Coast Guard members will continue a month. U S Attorney Emory Buckner said three assistants will handle testimony as indictments against William De Dyer, head of the ring, and others are anticipated. Dozens more arrests and indictments of government employees are expected, with one crew member already confessing.
Four members of the Underbrink family died when their large covered wagon overturned near Whipenath while traveling west. The group included Blaine Underbrink and his children Mene and Underbrink Jr. The scene showed a heavy wagon with two horses pulling and several other animals used for trading, along with personal belongings. Authorities reported the deaths occurred after the wagon collapsed during travel, with two other men and a daughter among the casualties.
A garbled wartime wire reports a call among Italian nationals to avoid moving picture theaters showing Rudolph Valentino films. The piece notes resentment of American citizenship movements and urges Italians to stay away from such screenings, citing a correspondent’s view on duties of good Italians.
Fairfield report states a farmer confessed to shooting Henry McNeese after admitting improper relations with Bruey’s daughter. He was released on a $15,000 bond furnished by relatives. The confession was handed to County Attorney Jabiney. Gare Wise observed no immediate comment as the case moved forward in the public record.
Revivalist Dr Russell Conwell famed founder of Temple University died today after a long illness. He left an estate worth over 11 million dollars, much of it invested in charities. his widow Anna remains at his home while friends mourn his loss.
A quarantined pastor delivers a radio sermon from his home after illness, addressing parishioners and urging caution while news notes the unusual setting and contact with the faithful tonight.
President Coolidge travels from Washington by special train with Mrs Coolidge to address the American Farm Bureau Federation annual convention in Chicago tomorrow. He is expected to return Tuesday after a brief absence and has shown reluctance for extended trips away from Washington amid a looming congressional session.
In Kharkov Russia Dec 4 windred thousand nameless children roam the streets with twenty thousand shelterless. A Soviet commission proposes a one percent tax on vodka duties to raise about a million dollars for relief. Winter hunger and exposure threaten many as officials seek international aid.
Shanghai dispatch reports Ma n chinese forces under Marshal Tso Lin defeated Kai Chang’s units near Can Chaw. General Kun Sang-Tien pursues vanquished troops toward Pebuig Mukden rail line as mutinies hinder resupply, while General Li Ching Ling warns Feng Vliasang against aiding the troops.
A fragmented newspaper snippet promotes Classified Ads by touting a straight route to find renting rooms and apartments. It mentions a housewife seeking two housekeeping rooms and an Ad-Taker at 491-493, urging readers to call 411-492 for listings and to credit the Classified Ads section.
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