31 Jan 1921
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Newspaper
Helena Independent
Location
Helena, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1921
Page
1
Calcutta on January 24 Associated Press reports that the Dengah provincial congress boycott of the Duke of Connaught visit largely failed as thousands cheered him upon arrival. A general strike was only partially effective.
An advertisement portrays a woman suffering fatigue and weakness, claiming Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription restores health and beauty. It describes clearer skin, brighter eyes, plumper cheeks, and renewed vitality, urging readers to seek the vegetable tonic in tablet or liquid form from Druggists or the Invalids' Hotel in Buffalo, NY.
A confidential note from the Allied Supreme Council in Paris outlines disarmament and reparations terms for Germany under the Versailles treaty. The document, dated January 29, 1921, details fixed annuities, payment timelines, and oversight by the Reparations Commission, with Berlin to submit export data and allow audits.
The text outlines that German customs proceeds, including export duties, secure the execution of the agreement. No changes reducing these proceeds without Reparations Commission approval. Customs receipts to be cashed by a German official with commission approval, and in default, proceeds may be attached to satisfy Germany’s obligations. The Commission may administer customs duties and invite increases in duties to raise funds as needed.
By Associated Press from Tokyo on January 30, Japan announced the cancellation of the 1938 military pact with China. The move marks a major shift in regional relations and precedents a broader realignment of diplomatic ties in East Asia.
A reader named Nelson Smith from Cache, MW, reports four years of eczema on limbs starting as pimples, swelling, thickening, and itching. After using Cuticura Soap and Cuticura Ointment, he claims complete relief and healing, endorsing the products as restoring skin purity and health despite prior failures.
Police and fire investigations reveal a fatal Hoboken hotel blaze with several victims identified by relatives. E G Snydee Brook Day Abe Snyder Frank Logan William Smith Mary Shamaker Daisy Grey Texter Peterson Herman Link identified. Jersey City Irvington and Brooklyn residents named. Fire Chief cites delayed alarm and whiskey in rooms. investigation into hotel operation and fire cause underway.
The article claims 13.6 million people facing acute starvation in January and 7 million in December due to crop failures across central provinces. It argues Bolshevism is a political and economic failure, predicting possible prolonged chaos unless a Russian democratic unity gains global support. The Paris conference is seen as laying foundation for democratic forces against Bolshevism and sparking cooperation.
Lewistown January report describes Wayne Petrateun Mis striking water at Yellow Water well and preparations to drill deeper. Multiple firms plan pits and rigs to profit from Wayne logs while Moston Montana drills Tack Thutte structure and advances toward sand. E G Lewis and associates buy a new rig to locate on Flatwillow south of Winnett, bringing Montana rigs to six.
Melstone notes a strong spring and summer influx as oil fields draw visitors by train and car to Montana. Officials predict doubled travel, rising money flow, and opportunities in real estate, investments, or new businesses as the oil industry expands in the region. Local parks and field sites are set to showcase oil developments.
Landscape painter John Francis Murphy, aged 68, died tonight in New York. The Associated Press reports he was renowned for serene European style landscapes and taught at several art schools. His death follows a lifelong career shaping early 20th century American landscape art.
Interest rose when Hover-Schwarz filed its suit over the Joe Miller MWO-acre tract in the county clerk’s office. Before Western production, wells on the Miller tract operated under a permit to develop, with Miller as homesteader, yielding a 10 percent government royalty. A federal lease now cuts that royalty to 5 percent.
Articles filed this week establish the Lebo Oil Co to develop the regional oil industry. Capitalized at 40000, officials include Oscarson of White Rock president Stevens of Harlowton vice president Peterson secretary Warnum treasurer. directors Dahl and Wolf. The plan spends funds on constructive work, with key mineral rights held by Oscarson and Dahl totaling over 12 000 acres in Norton and Lyons basins.
Lewistown reports strong signs for oil prospecting as Judit club chief Austin Warr returns after field work. Dic Lyhichan nears final tool string, Montaeal shows continuous oil, Ritter-Lawson oil rises outside casing, Big Six awaiting underreamer, White Oil Corporation breaks district records, Hover-Schwartz makes steady progress with promising outcomes.
Milwaukee oil reviewer J. Foley outlines state activity listing multiple producers and drillers in the Cat Creek field. The report names Frantz, Mid-West, Great Western, Ritter-Lawson, Lone Pine, Montana-Superior, and others, with various well numbers and company affiliations across Montana and nearby regions.
Havre reports show the dispute over oil and gas rights at Brown Coulee has moved toward settlement. Attorneys from Montana, including Anton Whim, O W Ulden, and Wheeler, convened in Havre and Lewistown to finalize terms. The case centered on old and newer leases on the same property, with talks aimed at enabling development by the Ele Basin Consolidated Petroleum Company.
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