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Newspaper
Helena Independent
Location
Helena, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1935
Page
3
The article describes German and British attempts to settle foreign debts with bonds or goods rather than cash. Germany proposes bonds and marks held abroad as recovery proceeds. Industrialists push to pay in goods, while the U S government weighs reciprocal tariff terms to promote exports amid economic strain.
The Montana Supreme Court ruled that upon governor resignation the lieutenant governor assumes all powers for the remainder of the term, leaving no vacancy. It rejected the vacancy claim and noted aspiring candidates must wait two years, urging voters to focus on upcoming party tickets amid the state’s crisis.
Government and German firms are negotiating with American Belgian Dutch British and Swiss creditors in Berlin to salvage loans tied to German business. Installment payments are unlikely to be fully met as due, while Berlin presents three offers to creditors abroad. One plan suggests accepting 40 percent of current installments in cash instead of 80 percent later.
A Department of Commerce inventory shows many American homes lack modern conveniences Averages across 25 cities indicate 27 percent have no shower or bathtub and up to 35 percent have no gas or electric lighting Heating often relies on stoves and fireplaces in both southern and northern towns Renowned bath fame does not match reality in several locales with cities ranging from 11 000 to 82 000 population
Federal decree under the Liquor Control Act tightens bottle sizes for distilled spirits, marking a decisive nationwide step. The debate over containers ended with eight approved sizes for whiskey, rum, gin and brandy, while cordials and liqueurs retain special receptacles. Experts now expect legal consumption near 30 million gallons in 1934, a sharp cut from earlier forecasts.
Washington whispers reveal doubts over Wagner labor bill amid steel strike pressure and backroom lobbying by the automotive group. The drought era plan envisions mass land withdrawals and migration, aiming at economic reform under Roosevelt with cautious congressional reception.
Silk dresses manufactured before 1870 are sound while those after are short-lived. A London museum exhibit of 1800s women’s clothing includes gowns worn by royalty. Dresses from Queen Victoria’s era remain serviceable, whereas garments for Queen Alexandra in the 1860s are deemed unsuitable for wear and must be kept in a glass case.
The synod of the Dutch Reform church in Pretoria Transvaal condemned women wearing shorts. It disapproved of the manner in which some women dress and urged police to enforce stricter dress codes for females considered immodest.
June 15 1924 report notes Democratic party officials assemble in New York to organize for the national convention. Bruce Kremer and William Berkin of Butte are named in varied local contexts while others in Montana including Gov S W Stewart and Attorney General D M Kell travel Helena to Butte. Kentucky bred horses arrive for the opening of the racing season in Butte. Col Sanders letters and Catholic Corpus Christi festival activities appear amid Montana church affairs. Deer Lodge Valley obituary notes James Mimmons’s long illness and death.
In a lively travelogue style the Herskovits and Frances Herskovits recount their armchair journey to Dutch Guiana via the Caribbean and beyond. They describe visiting bush tribes who have revolted against Dutch rule, noting deep cultural rites, social bonds, and a surprising warmth toward the visiting scholars.
William Campbell, last Pony Express rider, died in Stockton California after a brief illness. Survived by four daughters, his career included riding from Joplin Missouri to Sacramento and contributing to the Union Pacific transcontinental railroad. He came to California over 40 years ago and lived through the era of early railroad expansion.
Mrs Dollie Daffodil gardens with tulips bought via post office money order, awaiting spring. A child wrecks the border but the tale ends with a lesson: a fence protects beauty and guides children to admire, not damage.
Adverse planetary aspects dominate today provoking warning to beware strangers in business or philanthropy Mars influences war talk and unrest in Europe Asia and the United States should stay out of foreign contests public mood unsettled with dissensions in business and politics. Avoid arguments until kinder influences prevail as stars shift this month.
The excerpt outlines Dr McCoy’s weekly meal suggestions beginning Sunday with breakfast choices like corned beef or stewed prunes, salads, and varied dinners including roast vegetables and Salisbury steak. It includes broken entries for breakfast, lunch, and dinner across days, plus notes on exercise and weight reduction guidance. The text mixes diet guidance with scattered questions about nutrition and general wellness.
In Butte area, candidates from several parties file for county and state offices. Names include John F, Patl Sull son, Sam H Tr bandmaster, Charles Ha, Tom Pail, Fred A Lehn, Goodwin, Fred Lely, Tad Mirst, and George Reddit as listed for commissioner and state legislature posts. Campaign activity appears active ahead of elections in South Butte and surrounding wards.
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