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Newspaper
Helena Independent
Location
Helena, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1925
Page
6
The piece reflects on postwar pride in the British Navy and questions America’s need for a large force. It argues for mutual peace rooted in good faith among English speaking peoples and cautions that reliance on Britain or Japan may fade without shared goodwill and understanding.
A Pleasant Reminder recalls Joseph M. Dixon and Chester Davis as great men. The piece notes their friendship, a Big Six Studebaker in front of the Cut Bank Pioneer Press, and hints at state money paid for services deemed unrendered. It ends with a jab at jingoism and Japan.
The article argues modern sanitation lowers death rates in Japan while birth rates stay high, creating population growth. It predicts China faces starvation or emigration as a solution, urging reduced birth rates to avoid ecological and social collapse. It contrasts Japan’s potential industrial expansion with China’s only option of fewer births or more deaths.
A local dispute over the Elingson girl has stirred strong opinions and heated commentary, with critics calling for restraint while supporters defend her actions and character amid community scrutiny.
The piece notes growing public sympathy for actor Bill, famed for western roles, amid ongoing divorce and court actions involve Hollywood figures. It argues the actor faces unusual persecution in newspaper reports, contrasting with typical public detachment toward industry legal battles.
The article portrays Bill Hart as a decent, law-abiding actor amid a separated marriage. His wife seeks to break their contract to work in films again, claiming $700 monthly life income is insufficient. It notes past scandal and a quarrel with his sister-in-law, discusses alimony, and mentions Col. Sitmon and the Knights of the Flaming Sword, suggesting new followers for another group.
The Dearborn Independent discusses Ohio movie censor rules ordering cuts from films including scenes of kissing, drinking, night riders, and gun use. It claims Ohio's moral standards contrast with political corruption, urging broader censorship and suggesting other targets for cleaner cinema.
A historic figure known as Russ grand duke revisits after shocking America 24 years ago by drinking champagne from a Chicago chorus girl’s slipper. The spectacle drew national astonishment as the event combined audacity and celebrity in a single moment.
A terse editorial-like note mocks community rhetoric urging adults to entertain kids at home and warns of moral danger. It blends social critique with humorous asides about Edison machines, Eve, and swinging pendulums while referencing future fashions, rural prices, and boxing hopes for Tommy Gibbons.
Washington reports a federal effort to aid farmers through a nationwide agricultural census. Howard M Gore notes strict confidentiality, with data used for county and state totals and yearly crop estimates. Enumerators are paid 26 cents per accepted report, with higher pay for large western farms.
The article argues a farm census will provide concrete data on whether farming is fairly treated, farmers are adequately compensated, and if agriculture is faltering. It notes the census could also clarify why farm voters shifted from La Follette to Coolidge and urges prompt responses to speed analysis and publication.
A bitter cold wave from Canada and the north Atlantic drives New England temperatures to record lows. Fort Fairfield Maine sees 56 below, Caribou 58, central Maine towns around 50 below, Boston 7 above, Concord New Hampshire 16 below, Colebrook New Jersey 42 below.
Moscow reports a first ever congress of physicians and surgeons from all Soviet nations to meet next spring, paired with a medical progress exhibition. Russian doctors will loan items while foreign medical museums and institutions may contribute exhibits. The item notes the event as a major post revolution gathering with international participation.
Austin, Texas, reports that Mrs. M A Ferguson will be sworn in as Texas' first woman governor tomorrow at 3:30 PM in the state house. The ceremony will include Chief Justice Cureton administering the oath and a brief inaugural address, with Pat M Neff and other state officials in attendance as flags and decorations mark the event.
Secretary Hughes denied obligations were assumed in the Paris pact while Senator Johnson stated readers abroad thought otherwise. Attorney General Stone's nomination to the US Supreme Court was approved by the Senate Judiciary Committee. The Senate memorialized late Senators Lodge Brandegee Conneen Heat Cole. A $71,598,123 appropriation bill for Justice Labor and State departments was reported to the House. The Senate refused to consider elevating guns on 13 Amtert cat battleships. Two cases challenging the soldiers bonus law were dismissed by the Supreme Court. Secretary Hoover urged continued support for American export groups during the death or two.
Former Queen Sophia Amelia of Naples dies in Munich at age about 80. Born October 4, 1841 in Posenhoff, she married Francis II of Naples in 1859, led troops at Gaeta during Garibaldi's conquest, and witnessed the fall of Naples in 1861 before living in Austria, France and Bavaria.
Indianapolis January 19 gifts totaling 125000 were announced at National headquarters to fund rehabilitation and child welfare during the year while a 5000000 endowment fund is being raised. Knights of Columbus contributed 75900 for rehabilitation and the American Legion auxiliary and the Forty and Eight each pledged 25000 to child welfare.
A reader quiz feature presents Q and A on diverse topics. Questions cover registry costs, animal feeding in zoos, glacial deposits in Indiana, veteran benefit beneficiaries, atomic structure, book authors, milk pasteurization, literacy among World War I soldiers, the Continental Congress during British occupation, and Aaron Burr’s trial.
A taxi chase ends with Mary Martinez arrested after she fired into a car where her husband Louis sat with Anna Permentee. Permentee was wounded in head, breast and back and hospitalized in critical condition. Martinez, mother of two, says Permentee disturbed their marriage for 13 months.
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