Banks Decline Bond Deposits Paralyze County Funds
Montana counties face cash crises as new assembly laws require banks to supply surety bonds or deposit bonds, halting $120,000 to $200,000 in county funds. In Jefferson county treasurers and commissioners cannot loan or deposit money, banks refuse onerous terms, vaults may be needed, and taxpayers face annual losses of up to $9,000. Officials urge a special session to fix the issue.
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Mexicans may seek 5000 Montana horses for sale
Telegram from Montana rancher Jack Kinney to the state livestock commission raises the question of Mexico seeking 5000 Montana range horses for sale amid notes between Presidents Calles and Kellogg. The report notes Mexico's agrarian laws, Russian delegation, and land seizures affecting English and American residents.
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Foreign policy notes and property claims between U S and Mexico
The text discusses U S Mexican tensions over violations of rights, a joint commission resolving claims under Obregon, Calles recognition, and alleged appropriation of American owned ranches for Mexican use, then a quip on appetite and breakfast.
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Just Penalty for Logs in Snohomish River Hailed by Judge
Judge George M Bourquin criticized the Seattle prosecutor over an anti-saloon claim and fined Monroe Logging Co of Washington 500 for letting logs snag the Snohomish river. The judge said a just penalty should not be withheld because of tender feelings toward an accused corporation. The piece notes changing fashions and escalating clothing costs as a contrasting aside.
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Legal views on justice and gender in a Pennsylvania case
A Pennsylvania judge refused to distinguish punishment by gender after a man admitted to trying to kill his sweetheart and then himself. The judge argued equal treatment, though critics see it as a flawed view of justice. The column then condemns politically influenced appointments and mocks a movie trope about a villain.
Alaska's federal overspend cited in editorial satire
The Anaconda Standard criticizes Alaska governance as costly and duplicative with 25 bureaus handling 125 activities. It notes per capita federal admin costs of 190 and lists major expenditures by Interior, War, and other departments. It warns of inefficiency yet calls Alaska a wise investment despite the duplicate efforts.
I Will Not Allow These Taints to Steal My Faith
A compact personal creed rejects bitterness, suspicion, envy, gossip, mobs, and criticism as threats to faith, friendship, and duty. It urges tolerance that recognizes others’ sincerity, resisting thoughts that lead to mudslinging and fear of action.
Grace Dodge Hotel Touts Tipping Free Staff Model
Washington June report describes the Grace Dodge hotel adopting a tipping free system with all staff paid salaries and a Christmas fund. Miss Mary Lindsley, manager, runs a women led operation emphasizing independence and fair treatment. Guests include working mothers with babies aided by nurses and child menus. The hotel rents double rooms with baths and allows outside meals while staff pay for meals at a wholesale rate.
Christmas at Grace Dodge Hotel Shows Women Run Profitable Guests
The Grace Dodge hotel hosts lavish Christmas events with 4000 guests, stocking rooms, carolers, and public festivities. It demonstrates women running a profitable hotel on par with other businesses and prompts reflections on adult behavior and generosity.
June Moon Dismissed by a Sardonic Bard
Strickland Gillian laments the overused June theme in a witty verse about roses brides and moonlight. He mocks past poets for exhausting the June motif while confessing his own inspiration is stifled by the tradition and by critics.
Anti-Saloon League Wins In New Jersey Governor Nomination
Newark June 17 The Anti-Saloon League backed State Senator Arthur Whitney won the Republican nomination for governor in New Jersey primaries defeating Thomas F. McCran and Cornelius Doremus as 2 403 of 2 776 precincts reported Whitney 213 480 votes McCran 97 293 Doremus 46 924 Commissioner A Harry Moore won the Democratic nomination unopposed Moore’s win marks the first time an organization candidate was defeated for governor in 15 years under the direct primary law.
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Surtax Fails to Spur Recovery in Midwest and Northwest
Brookings S D June 17 The failure of mid western and northwestern agricultural regions to fully recover from 1920s low mood was traced to peacetime tax policy. Frank Mondell former Republican House leader urged tax reforms to encourage capital flow into industry and pressed bankers to influence senators and representatives. He warned high surtaxes limit investment and profits.
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Torturers of Suitor Confined in Cells
White Plains N Y June 17 By Associated Press Convicted of torturing an unwelcome suitor two bride s husband and father were in jail here today Randolph M Steele bond broker of Newark N J the husband and William MacClymont Yonkers real estate broker the father used steel twisters on William Holland of Howard New Jersey a youthful commercial artist weighing 122 pounds a jury yesterday found them guilty of second degree assault The twisters such as police employ in subduing refractory prisoners Holland said were wrapped around his wrists in MacClymont s office to which he was tired one evening last July until the links cut into his flesh and the blood spurted He then promised he said to cease his attentions to Miss MacClymont She was married to Steele shortly afterward Judge Bleakley deferred sentence He refused to admit Steele and MacClymont to bail Conviction calls for a maximum prison sentence of five years but there are indications that the court would be lenient Holland conferred with the judge after the verdict was rendered and said he was satisfied with vindication The defendants denied that they had lured Holland to the office They said he had threatened to write a derogatory letter regarding Miss MacClymont and after they had searched him unsuccessfully for such a letter Holland punched MacCl emont The twisters were used then to subdue him the defendants said
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Prenter Succeeds Stone as Brotherhood Chief
The advisory board of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers in Cleveland selected Wm B Prenter to succeed Warren S Stone as president of all brotherhood activities effective immediately The prior president died last Friday Prenter was first vice president and treasurer L G Griffing becomes first vice president and Johnston Chicago assistant grand chief succeeds Griffing
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Foreign meddling blamed for Chinese civil strife
The Lewistown Democrat-News argues Americans see Soviet agents fueling China’s civil war. It warns of volatile foreign attacks on foreigners and anticipates a possible white occupation of Pekin as marines move and gunboats hurry to the danger zone. The piece denounces Russia and defends nonrecognition of its government.
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Answers to Questions from The Independent Information Bureau
A questions and answers feature from The Helena Independent authoritatively answers reader inquiries about common surnames in the United States military naming, cavalry horse pace, golf rules for disqualification, Japanese lacquerware terms, nude cultural movements in Europe, impact of automatic telephone systems on operators, and the history and current U.S. cultivation of hemp. The exchange cites sources and provides concise explanations.
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Navy captains promoted to rear admirals in national capital
Five navy captains were promoted to rear admirals stirring headlines in Washington. Senator LaFollette's health prompt questions as Navy cased men face public scrutiny. A Navy court martial acquitted two Navy nurses in a liquor case amid parade tensions on Pennsylvania Avenue. Admiral Robison named chief commander of the U.S. Fleet. The Interstate Commerce Commission resumes hearings on the Nickel Plate merger as distant European rural scenes report goats and mink deliveries to dairies.
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