12 Jan 1923
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Newspaper
Helena Independent
Location
Helena, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jan 12, 1923
Page
1
A skin specialist touts Bowles Mentho-Sulphur as a germ destroying sulfur preparation that soothes irritated skin and eruptions such as pimples and itching. It is said to rapidly improve conditions and reduce embarrassment, urging readers to obtain a small jar from a druggist and apply like cold cream.
The report covers a committee dispute over a provision tying tax commission transfer to the public service commission, noting Governor Dixon's influence on appraisal values for railroad and large properties. It highlights Haugen's cited guidance from the governor and compares past refusals to accept figures from the state board of equalization. The piece lists bills introduced in the Montana House and related committee referrals, covering 교육, printing, University control, and county financing measures.
Debates in Montana House cover abolishing the university chancellor post, making liquor sales to minors a felony, and criminalizing intoxicated driving. Also discussed are coal industry probes, sinking funds for public bonds, a permanent school fund, and various bill notices including grand jury accusations, bond issuance rules, and tax/fee updates.
Legislation outlines designation of the Spotted Bear karile preserve for game animals and birds and sets penalties for killing hunting trapping or pursuing any animals or carrying firearms within the preserve. Referred to committee on fish and game.
Delegates from Butte, Great Falls, Missoula and Helena, including P J Wills and W G Ferguson, reviewed a statewide publicity push. Railroads will handle inquiries while state departments and associations supply data on farming, livestock, mining, industry and tourism. A follow up meeting within 30 days aims to broaden participation and prepare booklets for distribution.
Smugglers sprint in small craft to beach booty while navy speedboats give chase. Each carrier could drop 75 to 500 cases at caves along Jersey or Long Island shores. Prohibition officials, led by John A. Appleby and E. C. Yellowley, shift from seizing mother ships to patrolling shorelines. Senate moves to appoint Major General Crowder as ambassador to Cuba.
A Montana Senate overview lists bills pushing county control over road fees, shifting funds to county accounts, and proposing sterilization for institutional inmates. Other measures target debt votes by taxpayers, prohibiting county commissioners from borrowing to fund warrants without voter approval, and abolishing capital punishment while considering life sentences for murderers.
The report describes grim mood among American forces on the Rhine as orders to pack up arrive. It notes transport St Mihiel to sail from New York at noon tomorrow to Antwerp to repatriate troops under Major General Allen. Authorities say Allen may depart Coblenz, ending the American flag on the Rhine and affecting accommodations for wives and families on government transports.
Washington Jan 1 In a Supreme Court session counsel for the Pennsylvania railroad system challenged the Rail Board’s jurisdiction over wages and working conditions arguing it exceeded authority by setting aside company shop agreements. The government contended the board acted within powers granted by the 1920 Transportation Act. Blackburn Esterline argued the board is a finding body and not subject to jail. McKenney for Pennsylvania contended the board misconceived its jurisdiction and sought to extend it beyond the act.
The ad argues weight loss is easy and cheap, claiming a method costs one dollar and avoids strenuous exercise or dieting. It markets a product from the Matmole Co in Detroit and promises quick results with no fear of side effects.
Dayn Washington the American minister to Sweden announced his resignation. The report covers shifts in diplomatic postings including Major General Crowder possibly becoming ambassador to Cuba, and the British debt funding timeline as Britain awaits a solution before January 20. President Harding addresses women's conference urging broader participation in public and social life.
A New York World letter recalls Roscoe Conkling Brie, a Harvard graduate, seeking a room in freshmen housing for his son. President A Lawrence Lowell refused the request, replying in a dated, abrupt tone and signaling disappointment over the admission.
Report cites policy in freshman halls restricting colored students while other dorms admit them. The note explains why residence segregation is deemed necessary. Rural Oregon boxing results and patent medicine ad appear in fragmented text, including Ali Nelson’s win and other bouts.
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