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Newspaper
Helena Independent
Location
Helena, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1919
Page
3
Detroit workers strike and unionists demand accountability as negotiations falter over transit fares and city leadership. A chaotic scene erupts as protests challenge council decisions while transit workers press for a five cent fare and wage talks.
A long tribute letter from Ernest Schuman and Reeves praises a mother’s wartime support for children and soldiers. Checks from a Chicago bank totaling for two children’s homes were enclosed, as the newsies hosted her arrival with flowers and a recital. The scene recalled her work for American doughboys and sailors, with sons in service and pride in the Stars and Stripes.
The Irish delegation faces mixed reactions as American visitors push for a pure republic. Protests and celebrations mark the event with debates over leadership, the role of De Valera, and potential shifts in government stance. Public squares host thousands while officials weigh security and political implications.
A garbled segment reports Roy Ensigi or Ensign of Montana receiving a promotion amid unclear references to military ranks and locations. The text mentions a promotion and a connected ceremony or posting but details are obscured by OCR errors. Entities appear as Roy Ensigi, Montana, and minor place names.
A man named Strause faced possible charges after an alleged attempted criminal assault on Meg Talon Swints. Deputies reported Strause fled to Great Suit, where he was arrested by Deputy Bergerat. The case, under county investigation, involves multiple locals and a wedding party incident near Megan.
Jiwek Condon, a Helena resident, led a report of dandelions gathered by the first youngster under the Junior Commercial Committee. The event supported a nationwide campaign, with a sack weighing about 60 pounds.
Associated Press reports that New York financiers with the Federal Reserve Board are studying group export corporations for coal, copper, steel, tobacco and other American products. A central securities corporation would back these groups, raising hundreds of millions to finance shipments of raw materials to war-affected nations so they can return to work and repay debts. Officials see this as a Reconstruction measure to stabilize foreign exchange and avoid broader action.
A Nebraskan farmer pleads to borrow four thousand dollars from a wary banker amid warnings of strict collateral. The din of the scene centers on a tense negotiation as the farmer faces potential denial and looming financial pressure.
An early report from Toten and Olas on June 6 notes violent weather causing heady debris and damaged graveyard and property. Verification was difficult. descriptions of damage to graves and surrounding areas were provided without full corroboration.
A Helena notice lists reliable business concerns ready to assist those planning new homes. Firms include Boorman Bros. Lumber Co, Boorman Lumber Co Home Building and Loan, J C Curtah Electrical, Helena Hardware, State Electric Supply, John Sturrock Plumbing and Heating, Holter Hardware, Helena Electric, Pratt & Heath Real Estate, Link & Haire Architects, Bowden & Karbel Rest Estate, Peter Hollberg Contractor, R H Claflin Home Furnishings, Western Clay Mfg Co Brick and Tile, Parden Drug Paints Etc.
Reports say engineer Ne Sheen may be fatally crushed as a passenger train No. 603 westbound plunges down a 20 foot embankment east of Casper. Baggage and mail cars derailed with one passenger coach overturning. cars dragged by spreading rails, leaving many passengers narrowly escaping death.
A muddled dialogue recounts Sam Brown arriving back in town after time overseas. He mentions France and veterans matters in slang, while others discuss distemper, gunpowder, and a photoseanher phase. The piece touches on a Victoria recavit and labor department questions about employers.
Miss Mary, daughter of Mr and Mrs Giles, wed Hebert F. Bick of Rayndup in a ceremony led by Reverend McNamee at the First Baptist Church. The couple planned a honeymoon to Seattle, San Francisco, and Southern California before settling in Roundup where Mr Bick will begin his new duties.
Montana Oil Company sues to collect on a note in Loche district court. Plaintiff seeks attorney fees and court costs. Attorney for plaintiff is Anes Walsh. The case involves noted details of other individuals and a scattered trailing text.
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