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Newspaper
Helena Independent
Location
Helena, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1926
Page
5
The piece condemns automatic insanity declarations for veterans, noting improper judicial action and coercion to obtain benefits. It urges aid for ill veterans without tagging them lunatics, and cites radio bans on prisoner talent as another wartime control issue.
A leading US Chamber of Commerce proposal advocates a two‑tier tariff system with an existing research focused tariff commission and a new tariff adjustment board with power to set rates within congressional limits. Critics warn it would politicize tariff policy further and shield beneficiary interests from accountability. The discussion hints at ongoing political maneuvering surrounding tariff lobbies and government action.
An editorial argues against requiring insanity to qualify veterans for government financial aid and guardianship. It condemns the current law as medieval, noting Congress already passed corrective measures while the Senate delays action. The piece contends the test should measure actual inability to manage affairs, not a binary sanity verdict.
Judge Vanderwerp laments his inability to sentence a constable to the scaffold for a wedding-present bomb death. A Michigan law abolishing capital punishment is noted as the case hinges on. The killer, a peace officer, pleaded guilty after killing a hotel keeper and his daughter and fiancé when the gift exploded. The article ends with a weather aside about colds and handkerchiefs.
The Midwest plan for farm relief gains momentum in the Senate with Vice President Dawes and Jim Watson of Indiana backing a U S export corporation to manage farm prices by buying surplus, selling abroad, and financing losses through a producer tax. The equalization tax faces Coolidge administration opposition, but Senate floor pressure could revive the bill and elevate Dawes and Watson as saviors of farmers for 1928.
The piece argues that American cartoons are generally fair and free of malice while continental cartoons, especially French and German, display viciousness and inflammatory tones that feed antipathy toward the United States. It reflects on the American temperament in humor, national character, and the role of cartoons in international attitudes.
The passage urges examining one’s past before running for office, treating others well, letting opponents anger first, investing in ambitious youth, allowing time for investigation before commitments, impressing bosses with dedication, and proving faith by actions rather than arguments.
The Haskin Letter from Washington reports Dr Julius Klein of the U S Bureau of Foreign and Domestic Commerce argues Americans abroad exaggerate their faults while exporters show resilience. He refutes fears of a collapsing trade balance, noting rising overseas sales of manufactured goods and that Europe still buys over 10 percent of U S exports. He cites lower rubber prices and cotton declines as factors behind import figures, urging confidence in U S packing and credit policies.
The article argues that competition with Europe for neutral markets will not destroy the constellations of commerce but requires expansion of buying power. It notes shifting market conditions, new markets appearing, and tariffs restricting imports since 1918. Despite taxes and restrictions on American autos, exports rose 1925 over 1924 by 5 percent, showing resourcefulness. It warns of rubber price controls and rising import value, with calls for American consumers to seek domestic supply sources.
Havre Daily Promoter notes Montana bands travel to the International Rotary convention in Denver. The article highlights Tony Davis of Butte as a candidate for international president, praises Montana bands, and hopes the Helena boys’ band and Havre’s delegation boost Montana Rotary prestige and recognition nationwide.
Elinor Patterson daughter of prominent publishers has chosen to pursue her career in Mage while entering a possible marriage with Russell Cochran Jr. Her parents announced the marriage to take place in William, Connecticut on May 25.
Hermiston irrigation water was turned on again after wire messages resolved delinquent charges from 1923 totaling 59,000. Settlers claimed refunds under new law and considered injunctions. The settlement now hinges on taking over the project by July 1 or paying operation costs, with initial plans rejected by settlers. The water outage caused little crop loss after a week.
The Senate spent two hours on farm relief but Republican leaders diverted attention to an aircraft measures bill. Senator Mood of South Carolina balked at unanimous consent to pause the Tarun bill for the aircraft package, forcing Senator Metropublican of Oregon to defend the cooperative marketing effort amid interruptions. After two hours of debate the chamber moved to proceed with the aircraft bill as Senator Norris of Nebraska noted fatigue among colleagues.
The House watched the French debt settlement, 230 to 112. President Unolidge nominated Chairman O'Connor of the Shipping Board. Senate debated farm relief for two hours, then passed expansion of army aircraft. The House judiciary subcommittee reported the Stalker bid to intake jail sentences mandatory for first offenses under prohibition law without recommendation.
Harper's Magazine for June lists pieces by Elmer Tavis Charles Nordhott Duncan Aikman Gray Eckstein John B. Watsco Stuart Roses Harry Eiverson Fosdick Cornelia James Cannon George Boas Charles Mera Sarat Constock Martin Armstrong Alice Brown Edwina Blanton Babs stock and poets A. A. Milne Vilda Sauvage Owens Jean MM Hatchelor Ada Alden Ruth J Bartlett Frederick Thayer Jr with varied stories and poems credited.
Trozeman reports an executive committee meeting with Bozeman chamber of commerce planning the Shriver's convention in Bozeman on August 6. Lanpeiral Potentates David W. Cross land and Montgomery will attend the ceremonial, followed by a family visit to Yellowstone National Park. Jardine May Come to Billings for July 4–5 Visit Secretary of Agriculture William Jardine tentatively accepts the invitation to speak on July 4 and attend rodeo activities on July 5, barring unforeseen events.
Answers to Questions presents a mixed quiz column with multiple Q A pairs on topics from prophecy to politics. It includes dates such as the Sesquicentennial exposition postponement from June 1 to June 12 1926 and notes on many historical terms, vaccination rules, and shoemaking lore. Names include Jaskin Frederic and Marquette University context.
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