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Newspaper
Helena Independent
Location
Helena, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1923
Page
1
Lord Curzon addressed the dispute over whether U S law applies to foreign ships in American waters. He called the matter delicate, noting international law governs remittances and that Britain is not pressing domestic policy in the United States.
Washington reports Lord Curzon flatly rejected a twelve mile limit as proposed to settle the liquor import controversy. The British stand counters talk of a reciprocal treaty enabling sealed liquor to enter U S waters, while searches extend twelve miles offshore. Market notes from San Francisco report rising cheese prices and scarce supply.
Delegates at the Eagles convention debate the Volstead era and repeal prospects after four years of dry laws. Speakers highlight enforcement corruption, lost revenues, and widespread illicit trade. A parade and drill team exhibition precede a social session as the convention nears close and officer elections plans unfold.
The president spoke to thousands during a motor tour through Wolano Falls, with Mrs. Harding on the rear platform. Governor Moore and local officials heard the address as crowds snapped photos and waved. Harding later spoke at Lima marking his first Montana stop on the journey. The event was part of a larger presidential circuit through nearby stations that evening.
Shelby and Great Falls race to raise the last $100000 for Jack Dempsey to meet Tom Gibbons on July 4. Mayor Johnson pledges personal resources and property value of $300000 to guarantee payment, while Kearns waits for promoter assurances. Rumors of a Montana ranch offer surface as a possible substitute but are not confirmed.
Following Dan Tracy’s abrupt withdrawal, Mayor James Johnson praised for stepping in and confirming the bout will be televised. Shelby predicts a four championship battle on July 4 with ticket sales exceeding 100000 still held by buyers. Ticket manager Phill Campbell and assistant treasurer Fred R. Searles note many Montana points and other states have yet to report federal sales shaping the final total. A statement on tickets is expected tomorrow. In San José California, burglary evidence links a daylight break to a prison term change for Howards, with a 45 am break and daylight burglary carrying harsher penalties under state law.
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