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Newspaper
Helena Independent
Location
Helena, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1920
Page
2
Theodore Roosevelt denounces leaders of the Nonpartisan league as seditionists seeking power by pandering to base instincts. He claims they aim to mimic Lenin and Trotzky in undermining America, urging vigilance against class hatred and disloyalty. September 1918, Billings.
The Independent notes the party's shift from Johnson to Harding and Coolidge as top executive choices, praising Montana Republicans who distanced themselves from Johnson. It argues the Chicago convention gave the GOP a chance in the campaign and urges soft-pedal criticism of the peace treaty while highlighting Johnson’s unpopularity and the party’s repudiation of his positions.
The Billings Gazette scolds Alice Paul and the National Woman's Party for threatening against Republican candidates, recalling past wartime picketing of the White House. It questions Paul's Democratic leanings and Wilson admiration while contrasting earlier Republican approval of her campaigns with current caution.
The Gazette accuses Miss Paul of being a Democrat and an admirer of Woodrow Wilson, but the speaker doubts she aligns with either major party. The text suggests she is likely a militant suffragette, while noting Wise Paul’s hostility to Republicans based on Wilson admiration.
Montanan statements say business men and able male residents signed to help farmers harvest and thresh this fall. The plan mirrors past seasons when labor was scarce and recalls California Oregon and Washington practice of using city workers during fruit packing. Columbus Ohio reported 2000 business men ready to work one day weekly in farms.
Victorian labor conference president M. M. Blackburn argues against class war as a political tool. He warns the idea cannot replace persuasion and debate and would undermine the progress of allied parties. He cites the dangers of bolshevik rhetoric and references to the Russian example.
The paper prints Carl Rimnick s harsh letter critiquing Riddick s campaign tactics and questioning his fitness for office. It accuses Riddick of deception and condemns his political record while defending President Wilson s stance and condemning Riddick s wage assertions. The piece mocks Riddick s finances and promises a forthcoming defeat in the Eastern Montana district.
The piece urges readiness to act for a higher ideal, arguing greatness lies in sacrifice and service rather than fame. It evokes Napoleon and Roosevelt as examples of courage, praising workers who endure in quiet duty and urging readers to remember the lasting value of their contributions.
A Paris shooting ends Albanian leader Essad Pasha's life, described by witnesses as unpremeditated. The fallen figure, long labeled in Europe as a dictator, held positions from commander to provisional president during a tumultuous era. Recent reports allege shifting alliances with Belgrade and speculation that Yugoslavia may gain influence in Albania after his death.
June Order restored at Triest after demonstrations and rioting over Italian troops to Albania. Milan dispatch to London Times says hundreds of soldiers involved are now missing.
Debacle report from Rome describes Alpine troops clearing Aviana insurgents after fierce counterattacks. Alleged rear fire from Aviana residents sparks deportations of Mussettan Albanians. An Albanian chieftain allegedly shot Trafian prisoners. Tepalent aint Dukati provoked sadness as 70 officers and 800 guardsmen were captured. India launches its first aerial teaching with three airplanes in use between Hambagy and Wwaracht.
The passage condemns a lodge speech as hateful and envious, accusing it of venom toward privilege and fair play. It frames the remarks as a disappointment and a failed leadership call, contrasting it with a genuine leader’s trumpet call.
The Progressives led by James Duncan of Seattle press for formal U S recognition of the Russian Soviet as the will of the Russian people. They gain backing from the International Ladies Garment Workers Union in New York and other international unions. A second resolution from the Seattle Dental Labor Council urges withdrawal of Japanese and all foreign troops from territories of the former Russian empire and calls for unified commercial action.
On Becomiwn Day the Helena Band was missing from the graveside ceremony and public parade. Drums led by Si Gray and a drum corps filled a gap, drawing praise for effort though the Helena Band and Helena Wand funds raised for benefit dances have not yielded visible returns or participation from the organization. The piece questions the civic duty and accountability of the Helena Band and urges accountability for funds.
Colby secretary of state discussed as possible spokesman for President Wilson at the Democratic National Convention in San Francisco. Primary returns show Colby ticket ahead of Bryan ticket, with 2 to 656 opposition. delegates uninstructed. Hardings campaign begins with bipartisan congratulations and Minnesota push. Hughes at Wellessly remarks on future candidacy.
A Senate campaign funds investigation committee plans to resume hearings. Chairman Kenyan said no campaign manipulation plans exist for election day. Delegates and visitors arrived in Chicago for the national convention, but few party leaders stayed after nominations. Harding left for Washington late Saturday on the same train as Lodge and Saport, with Johnson of California also departing.
The census shows Los Angeles as the west’s largest city with a population of 575,48, an 883 percent rise in the last decade, while San Francisco reaches 508,410, up 21.9 percent. The piece credits booster culture and westward expansion for LA’s rapid urban rise amid attention from other cities.
The Butte Miner criticizes Senator John for not mentioning Ireland in the Chicago Republican platform. It argues his past Irish advocacy and California political ties undermined his sincerity. The piece notes irate Irish supporters and questions the demagogue label for ignoring Ireland in the party’s principles.
Fragmentary editorial echoes patriotic themes praising the American flag as a symbol of aid to the oppressed and leadership for liberty while condemning repudiation of national pledges. The text omits clear names, dates, or places and reads like a moral appeal on page from the continuation of a larger piece.
International public health officials announced a potential bubonic plague case in Pensacola after the death of George Gardina. Officials said the case was not definitively established as bubonic plague and a sanitation drive was ordered pending investigation by the Public Health Service and surgeons.
The Livingston Enterprise notes Montana figures like Sam V Stewart and Joseph Dixon as potential presidential contenders and even suggests names such as GH P Shelley and Ford for the race. The piece argues Montana could supply strong national leaders beyond state roles.
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