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Newspaper
Helena Independent
Location
Helena, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1919
Page
4
A garbled OCR fragment references city affairs and names such as Heln, Warden, and May dates, mentioning meetings, transfers, and local institutions. It appears as a chaotic blend of street names, organizations, and individual references without a clear single event.
Superintendent Lewis of Bozeman met with Secretary Ensign to discuss the sheep division at the state exposition in September. Plans include a new water system, improved pens, and enhanced judging pens with upgraded facilities and dairy cattle oversight.
Tourists face limited summer reductions as official North Pacific notices cut weekend rates and special excursions. Idaho point round trips save $2, while Montana only offers White Sulphur Springs and national park routes with stopovers. A Chicago to Seattle special train for the Eastern Star meeting runs July 23, with schedules from St Paul to Helena and Yellowstone via a July trip.
The text reports a plan to investigate expenditures in the post office department led by Rep Frederick Zilman who is slated to head the expenditure committee. It notes Republican support for overhauling Burleson’s administration and details expected hearings within two weeks, aiming to uncover how funds and services were spent amid war era criticisms and calls for accountability.
A Montana chiropodists gathering formed the Chiropodists of Montana Association with officers named including president Gus Keen Melvin, secretary Kadived of Weunda, and treasurer Mrs. Sarah M. Hitler. The group plans a convention in Minneapolis and a next meeting in Butte on November 3, 1919.
A garbled report notes alleged bootlegging assets and a failed booze operation tied to an individual named Rey. It mentions arrests at Rundain and engagement of two deputies, with a broader case linked to the Simon Mmilae matter and district attorney actions.
Reports from yesterday indicate rain and snow across valley districts. In Ue valley and nearby areas four TNO SOW and Pin fell, with citywide precipitation described as varied and light to moderate though details remain unclear.
Premier Clemenceau answered German arguments on international labor legislation stating wage earners alone should not drive future laws. He urged that representatives of the whole community collaborate on later measures and rejected the view that government interests must oppose workers.
G N men from the efficiency award group of the Great Northern Railway visit Northern Pacific shops in St Paul to learn operating methods. The delegation includes Jor Lesser assistant general superintendent and others. They plan to inspect shops in Idaho, Oregon and Washington on the western leg of the tour.
In Milwaukee May Sle-Tn a crash between an antenna and a passenger yearu on the Milwaukee road near Rugby Junction today killed William D. Frazer 53 a Milwaukee police officer and seriously injured George fh White and his wife. The incident involved a vehicle and train near Rugby Junction. A separate item notes the Music Service League organized in New York to provide music for military and civil institutions with Charles M Schwat as president and Mrs Andrew Carnegie among vice presidents.
Official reports received by American peace delegates say Bolsheviks in Riga opened fire as they retreated from the central prison, killing four people during the capture and ensuing fighting. The report notes a hurried Bolshevik withdrawal after anti-Bolshevik forces took Riga with light resistance.
A damaged ad promotes Dead Salts to cleanse kidneys and ease back pain by flushing out acids and waste. It cites a process of drinking water and a lime flavored remedy made from grapes and lemon juice with lithia, claiming it keeps kidneys and bladder healthy and prevents kidney trouble.
A popular hair darkening remedy touts Wyeth's Sage and Sulphur Compound as a natural, even darkening solution for gray or dull hair. It claims quick results after one or two applications, restoring a youthful look and avoiding obvious dye. Strong language emphasizes widespread use and improvement by additional ingredients.
A letter from county residents urges the board to convert a section of the courthouse grounds into a memorial park. The writers propose planting trees for local boys who died in the Great War, with stone slabs naming each honoree. They request careful consideration without disrupting existing court grounds plans.
East Helena news notes several local items including visits, travel plans, and social visits. Mentions Ma J. Pata leaving for Alaska for about four months to inspect mining property, Clarence Comin traveling home from France via town on Thursday, and Mrs. McAwale guest of B. Norton. Also references Emmet Brown of Bozeman, J. J. DePue kindness for a cemetery fund, and a card party at Spokane Creek School with Maggie Christie and others winning prizes.
A garbled OCR fragment hints at a quirky kitchen or harvest note. It mentions corn, peeling, and a playful line about removing corn in one piece. The readable text is incomplete and lacks clear context or extra names.
An old advertisement extols Gets-It as a fast acting corn remedy. It claims the product removes corns in seconds with simple application and guarantees money back if unsuccessful. Manufactured by DB Lawrence & Co and sold in drug stores, it touts itself as the world’s greatest corn remedy.
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