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Newspaper
Helena Independent
Location
Helena, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1920
Page
1
An old notice urges Americans to guard against kidney trouble by reducing rich foods and consuming four ounces of rad Salts daily. It claims the product flushes clogged kidneys, neutralizes acids in urine, and prevents bladder disorders, touting safety and low cost.
A fragmented discussion promotes aging remedies from a mysterious tincture of tare powdered xaxolite dissolved in hazel water. It claims to tighten facial muscles, reduce sagging, and “freee eb cULATION” to the norta while offering skin contraction.
Fred Kessler of Helena wins control of the Placer Hotel Operating Company from Maurice Weiss after a completed sale reported in The Independent. Kessler, formerly of the Kessler brewery, plans active hotel management soon while Weiss spends the winter on Blackfoot and contemplates Florida or Cuba before returning to Montana in spring. Weiss, a Helena native since 1884, has long invested in local business and supported Helena baseball, shaping the hotel’s early prominence.
Report for week ending June 18 notes Ralph Sleverson rejected for defective vision after final exam while his brother Arthur J. Sleverson enlisted and rose to sergeant. Spokane main station reports seven chore sik corps, six infantry, two coast artillery, and one present department. Many enlistees go to Camp Meade Maryland with education boosts and specialized schools. bonuses offered for previous service and high school graduates.
Summary of census data lists several cities with percent and numeric changes. Yonkers New York grows to 100,226, up 20,742 or 42 percent. La Crosse Wisconsin down 4, or .2 percent. Greenwich Massachusetts up 3,005 or 48.4 percent. Chicago Heights Illinois down 5,128 or 35.3 percent. San Diego reports 105 entries at 86.7 percent.
An unclear report notes an accident involving phosphate in water near a drug gallery. A man withdraws from a firearm incident in a Berillatesee area in Mexico as another person draws a weapon in Minneapolis under disputed conditions.
Resolutions from the Montana Grand Army of the Republic denounce Memorial Day celebrations that include horse races and amusements, calling for reverent remembrance of the dead and condemning activities seen as propagating class hatred and subversive doctrines. The document references accusations from Dr. George H. Taylor and notes criticism of a speech that attempted to indoctrinate attendees with unfavorable political ideas.
From this date I will not be responsible for any debts contracted by my wife. This public declaration addresses liability and seeks to limit obligations arising from spousal debts.
Governor Frank O. Lowden of Illinois said he will announce in three to four days whether he will seek renomination. State Republican leaders reportedly fear he will face pressure to head the party ticket again this fall.
Marine recruiting officials describe a merged program of academic and military training to keep Marines engaged. The Marine Corps Institute offers practical study across subjects for marines worldwide, ashore or afloat, and supports advancement through travel and adventure.
Th. W. Child, president of the Yellowstone Park, reports a brisk start as the season opens. About five guests were admitted Sunday as visitors stream in, with increasing travel from Montana toward Glacier. Superintendent Albright and park agents are directing traffic northward, while a Commercial Club register shows 35 vehicles in garages and camps Monday night from several states including Washington, California, Oregon, and Wyoming.
Fragmented OCR text mentions Quantheo Virginia as home to Marine corps institutes and refers to mariners connected to schooling and a pay flow. The readable content is garbled and unclear about specific events or outcomes.
A centenarian, Sharick aged 103, embarked on a trip yesterday as Josiah air reports. The event highlights a remarkable journey by a man of advanced age from Springfield.
Bernard Kelly a miner from Marssville died after illness and was buried at Resurrection Cemetery. Funeral Monday in St Helena Cathedral drew large attendance from relatives including sister Mrs Catherine Wort and sister in law Mrs Basil Rose of Alameda California.
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