16 Jan 1927
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Newspaper
Helena Independent
Location
Helena, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 1927
Page
1
Chicago reports record cold with zero readings in the west and north while the east endures a subzero surge. Officials say the poor suffer most as police and relief services rush to provide aid. train services suffer delays amid widespread disruption.
Newseads report Albert ends France dictatorship after ten months to save the treasury. Government sees stability with results and seeks parliamentary renewal. King issues decree loosening axes and easing foreigner restrictions as inflation cools. Edict credits stabilization to franc, gold standard return, and monetary reforms enacted since last October.
In Poland, police report arrests across districts tied to a recent government plot discovery. Several lawmakers and party members are among those detained as authorities act on a crackdown linked to alleged conspiracies against the state.
St. Louis January 14 AP David Rowland Francis 76 a former ambassador to Russia and Petrograd former secretary of the interior and former governor of Missouri died at 8 10 tonight after a long illness Francis also served as mayor of St Louis and president of the Louisiana Purchase Exposition company which conducted the 1904 world s fair here He was the first diplomat to recognize the Kerensky government and his stance during the Bolshevik takeover drew Bolshevik opposition
UPI reports Commissioner Landis summoned American League President Ban Johnson and club owners to the Congress hotel to discuss a published story about former Tigers and Cleveland leaders. Landis pressed for clarity on alleged 1919 conspiracy to fix Detroit Cleveland games tied to a betting scheme, amid Cobb and Speaker involvement claims.
Danville Jan 15 Up Uncle Joe Cannon congressman famed as czar of the house and millionaire left his entire estate in equal shares to his two daughters. The will was filed today showing he died last November after a long public career.
An ice dam on the Gallatin River at Logan backs up waters and delays Northern Pacific trains for hours. Crews work to relieve the blockage as water rises toward highway edges near Trident Street, affecting multiple routes in the area.
Washington January 13 The Curtie-Chen aunt relief bill presented a substitute for the McNary-Haugen measure and prompted sharp attacks. Representative Vick-Innot called the Cruse-Crisp plan a subsidy and government intrusion while Tilson urged withholding action pending appropriations. Dickinson tied farm relief to western farmer needs and warned against subsidies, defending the equalization fee on agricultural surpluses as debt repayment. The debate reflected a split within the party on farm policy and government involvement.
Former secretary of state Charles E. Mays tells the American Society of Newspaper Editors that free press is the first condition of international amity though it can be abused. He notes correspondents supply vital information, and calls for vigilance against propaganda. The banquet and board changes at the society are reported, with emphasis on press integrity and the role of radio ads for newspapers.
A major blaze at Missouri Penitentiary U S June early reports say inmates escaped as the old stone cell house burned. Officials estimate damage between 15000 and 27000 dollars with several convicts feared dead as flames destroyed the multi story building. Fire crews battled the fire for hours before containment.
Unsettled conditions and moderate temperatures expected across the Northern Rocky Mountain region most of the week. Occasional snow is likely west of the divide as bystanders watch for changing conditions.
Los Angeles evangelist Aimee Semple McPherson, during a speaking tour stop in Colorado Springs, refused to discuss the McPherson case. She urged the audience to forget the matter, saying the issue is over and that any related chapters should not be revisited.
New York reports the Commercial Cable Company was advised that communication with Hankaw has been cut off by the interruption of all lines on the Wangtne river. In Greece five British cruisers and Phaleron Bay were ordered to proceed to China immediately.
Tennessee Supreme Court upholds the state law on teaching evolution in public schools and reverses the verdict in the Scopes case. It recommends that the case be voide pro se rather than appealed to the U.S. Supreme Court, ending the dispute with no dissent.
Jan 16 at 2 a m Canadian swimmer Youngy was within a half mile of the Vincente goal in the Wrigley channel class but a strong rip tide hindered progress. Clarabelle Martett finished about 130 eelack after dawn with eight sides from the San Diego breakwaters. Martha Stager of Portland, UK, held in the race as friendly tides shifted. Continued on page forty five.
The text notes a designated successor by President Von Vindeburgh for a new German cabinet to replace Walhighe Mara. It mentions Julius Curtis, described as a former disaster of ccononics, and links him to Lr. Cutting and Ferigy Minister Steeseman. The ultra reactionary Wach kishe seeks to unite bourgeois parties.
Sinclair Oil sues to block a Mexican order canceling a permit for drilling an oil well in the Mounture Field. The filing in federal court alleges government refusal to recognize new regulations may force a suspension or cancellation of operations impacting a U.S. warrant and related exploitation efforts. The action marks a dispute over cross border energy policy and regulatory authority.
President Dawes assigns Nobel style prize to a school in a convoluted report from Chicago law circles. A nine thousand eighty two dollar forwarding issue involving Owen Nang of New York as chair appears amid conflicting notes from government departments and trustee actions. Names and places are irregular and the text shows unclear eligibility and permit references tied to land and Industry departments.
Jan 15 AP report describes continued strife over Nicaragua's leadership conflict as Adolfo Diaz proposes a peace plan to avert forceful unseating. U S mediation offers terms including term completion, new elections under American supervision, and a mixed commission to resolve claims. Tension grows between Secretary of State and Senator Borah as a transcript dispute surfaces.
Fragmented OCR note reports ongoing arrests of Catholics in Mexico and alleged seizures of church property. It cites strained Mexico United States relations and mentions government actions without clear confirmation, lacking official policy details and dates.
An attack near Ripley Surrey yesterday involving six men targeted Frederick Mitchell-Sedges explorer and author. He spoke this morning claiming the incident was serious and not a joke, noting cars halted across southern England as authorities prepared further statements.
Oklahoma City January 15 The Oklahoma House voted to disallow women from holding indoor state offices. The action blocks women from certain government roles, triggering immediate debate on implications for governance and eligibility in public service.
Three planes of the United States Army Tan-American light squadron landed this afternoon at Punt Arenas Costa Rica. The San Antonio Detroit and San Francisco were the planes present, arriving from Mayneua.
Aisi Texas plans to retire Tuesday after noon. Texas’ first woman governor Mirlat Berguson will relinquish office. At 43, he former attorney general, a private citizen, is noted as the state’s youngest governor. Inauguration ceremony slated on the capitol steps, weather permitting.
A dated invitation asks President Coolidge to consider visiting Montana if he travels west. The missive, attributed to Sheridan in Great Falls, mentions coordinating travel and reception plans, plus logistics involving catering and a local host committee. The note references Rep. Leavitt and a trout meal as part of the proposed reception.
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