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Newspaper
Helena Independent
Location
Helena, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1920
Page
2
Prominent leaders of the Nonpartisan League are accused of sedition and seeking power by pandering to greed envy ignorance and class hatred. The claim compares their aims to Leninist tactics used in Russia as described in 1913.
The piece portrays C A P Shelley as eager to win Montana national committeeman post to leverage power in a grim GOP battle. It details factional strife, Shelleygate history, and the aims to control patronage from land offices to district posts if he secures Chicago nomination.
Fragmentary text appears to mix foreign phrases and stray letters. Reads as disjointed terms without a clear event, names, or location to summarize into a coherent news item. No identifiable persons organizations places dates or outcomes emerge from the readable fragments.
The piece critiques Congress for adjourning amid partisan battles over rail profiteering and the high cost of living. It notes lawmakers like Ives and Paine facing opposition while railroad unions press for action, and suggests the body's failures reflect political maneuvering more than needed policy.
A critical editorial condemns Congress for inaction on the profiteering scandal and industrial unrest. It urges punishment of the evil and notes no serious legislative response or constructive measures, while the attorney general’s pleas for action are ignored amid political noise.
Helena dairymen announce June 1 price cuts for mill and cream milk from 18 to 13.5 cents per quart, with a proportional cream reduction. Consumers applaud the move, noting overall food prices haven’t fallen in line with eastern markets. High winter costs are past, benefits passed to customers, and the scene reflects market relief.
The Livingston Enterprise editorial denounces socialist and Nonpartisan League influence, arguing state and national leaders threaten American government. It cites Governor Stewart’s endorsement of socialist legislators, warns farmers of insidious plans, and urges vigilance against Moscow and Washington directives.
George Matthew Adams presents an inspirational piece urging forward thinking and perseverance. It emphasizes using life’s events to grow while accepting loss and hardship, likening life to a chambered life and a moving street corner of events. It advocates continuous effort: think, work, and act.
In a discussion titled Overalls and Economics the National Now critiques a fad of wearing overalls as a protest against clothing costs. The piece cites activists and politicians promoting overall clubs, argues the fashion will not curb wool prices, and notes profiteering concerns. It urges public officials to action against price gouging, suggesting overalls protect workers’ dignity though they risk becoming a political statement.
Census figures from Beatrice Nebraska show a 2.6 percent rise with 108 more residents, while Alma Michigan reports a 126 percent drop. New Albany posts a 2,303 gain or 11.5 percent, and Massachusetts towns Arlington and West Springfield combined show gains of 7,459 and 4,219 residents respectively, with Massachusetts mass figures reflecting large increases.
Aged Oxviuidson, son of Chicago band director, will direct nearly 1000 musicians at the Republican convention opening. The anthem The Republican, composed by its father and dedicated to the convention, will be played with a baton carved from wood brought back from the River of Doubt expedition. President Theodore Roosevelt will present the baton.
The piece portrays senators split over sending American troops to defend Armenian independence and secure oil interests. Proponents urge action despite antiwar sentiment, while opponents accuse backers of masking aims with patriotic rhetoric and emphasize avoiding overseas fights. The Tribune cites concerns about bolshevik threats and American oil stakes in the Black Sea region.
Under Secretary of State Frank L Pobkty resigns as President Wilson accepts it effective June 15. Norman H Davis likely to succeed him. Polk retires due to ill health after five years in the department to rest and return to New York law practice.
In Tacoma on June 4 the Linthead Spanish War Veterans of Washington and Alaska adopted resolutions urging authorities to remove German propaganda from state school books. They criticized veterans attending lectures and classes of the so called soviet system of government.
A federal report from WW. Eindman states that in the Pittsburg district more than a dozen barrels or bottles of whiskey have been withdrawn from bonded warehouses since January using counterfeit permits. The issue involves forged documents and is part of ongoing enforcement in Pennsylvania.
June 4 telegram from Generated Press Commider states Mars sees the first newfall of the season, with details on the plinch and sitininl on the Martian surface.
A local ad touts underwear and tailored garments with a dressing room fitting claim. It promotes Bros. Athletic wear from F2BE Wisin ros and Karl & Wilson Shirts plus Stetson hats and firm value suits at $2.50 per sold, with guaranteed goods and wide color options.
A report received at Harvard College Observatory from Professor William F. Pickering in Mandeville Jamaica details ongoing astronomical observations. The communication notes data collection and preliminary findings with emphasis on celestial measurements and cataloging efforts.
The Helena Independent denounces President Wilson for pardoning Kate Richards O’Hare, calling her a seditionist and traitor who urged youths to dodge the draft. It credits North Dakota leaders like Governor Frazier for her release and questions other Democratic papers in following the Independent’s stance.
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