All Should Lend A Hand In Waterbury Common Purpose
The Democrat editorial calls Waterbury citizens to support community progress and business initiatives. It urges optimism and active help for existing industries and new ventures to boost wealth and culture, noting indifference harms the city. The piece applies to Helena as well, urging a stronger common purpose.
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Democrat
Waterbury
Connecticut
Alden Times
Ase
Ihb
Helena
Wealth of late Senator Clark valued over 100 million
The wealth of the late Senator Clark is estimated at over 100 million dollars. By the time all states and the federal government take their share through confiscation, the heirs may have enough left to pay the lawyers.
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Clark
Two men in the news warn against dissipation
The piece contrasts a wealthy gambler and a disciplined army officer, noting how quick fortune can ruin even the best educated. It draws a moral lesson from Babe Ruth's era and Lieutenant Wood's contrasting path, labeling both as cautionary examples amid fund mismanagement and allure of Monte Carlo.
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Wood
Monte Carlo
Montana reelects Evans over strike record in Congress
The western Montana district re elected John Morgan Evans citing his investigation work on the Colorado Fuel and Iron strike. The article praises his record and notes a future appeal for a Montanan to win Congress.
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Montana
John Morgan Evans
Colorado
Government form debates across nations
The piece argues that nations including France and Germany are trapped in electoral debates over government form rather than policy. It notes monarchist and communist extremes with various center factions, while praising American parties for not re-litigating the foundational government.
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France
Germany
Dull and Safe Politics Over Monarchist Threats
The author argues that when differences arise they concern government duties rather than form of government. Monarchists are absent, communists and anarchists are negligible, and the revolutionary socialist faction is small. Acknowledging politics as potentially dull, they prefer safety over danger.
President Coolidge Signs Land Office Closure Order
The article notes President Coolidge’s rare smile as he signed an executive order closing the U.S. Land Office in Senator Walsh’s home, illustrating a symbolic gesture amid his presidency.
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Coolidge
U.S. Land Office
Senator Walsh
Two Pound Fashion Forecast for Helena Women
A Chicago report cites Mrs. Carolyn Radnor-Lewis predicting that summer fashion will be extremely light. The plan shows a seven item ensemble totaling about two pounds of clothing, with a step-in, brassiere, sheer hose, gown, hat, shoes, and minimal undergarments. The piece mixes satire on thin dresses, local woes, and playful quips about shopping, markets, and current events.
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Chicago
Carolyn T. Radnor-Lewis
Fashion Art League
Helena
Citizen Capitalists and the Rise of Stock Ownership
A Minneapolis Journal editorial cites surveys showing stockholders in major U S basic industries increased by about 3.5 million over seven years. It notes 523 large industries, including railroads, utilities, steel, oil, and packing, with million-plus counts of employees, customers, and the general public now owning stock. It argues this broad ownership signals a constructive industrial revolution toward common ownership of production.
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David Houston
Light and Power Companies
Naw
American Telegraph and Telephone Company
T. X. Carver
Utopia
American Forest Week set for nationwide observance
Washington officials announce April 27 to May 3 as American Forest Week to promote forest protection and reforestation. The effort unites national, professional, educational and industry groups led by the National Lumber Manufacturers Association with Frank Q. Lowden as chairman and Edgar P. Allen as managing director. Foresters urge care of forests, noting risks from fires and flawed forest taxation, proposing yield taxes to replace yearly land taxes as trees mature.
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Washington, D. C
United States
Forest Service
National Lumber Manufacturers’ Association
American Forest Week Committee
Frank QO. Lowden
Edgar P. Allen
American Forestry Association
General Federation of Women's Clubs
National Lumber Manufacturers Association
Izaak Walton League and Friends of the Forest
American Federation of Labor
Associated Advertising Clubs of the World
National Catholic Welfare Council
Playground and Recreation Association of America
Boy Scouts of America
Prayer and Jesus Teach Us to Pray in Daily Fellowship
A meditation for the Commission on Evangelism of the Federal Council of Churches of Christ in America outlines Jesus teaching the disciples to pray. The prayer emphasizes daily bread and spiritual welfare, urging believers to seek God first and trust in the Father’s mercy and love.
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Tally
Commission On Evangelism
Federal Council of Churches of Christ In America
Drever
Christ
Jim
God
Father
Jesus
Bressings
National Forest Week Promotes Reforestation and Education
National Forest Week advocates reforestation in the United States amid strong public sentiment for forest preservation. Plans include literature distribution through member associations, nontechnical pamphlets, radio features, and motion pictures. A Chicago dinner hosted by the National Lumber Manufacturers' Association aims to unite 500 to 1,000 guests with speeches by former Governor Lowden and Senator Harrison.
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France
Germany
Gerrmany
Redwood Association of California
South
American Forest Week
Philadelphia
Allen
Chicago
National Lumber Manufacturers’ Association
Lowden
Ilinois
Pat Harrison
Mississippi
Europe
Honor War Hero Decorated At Jefferson Barracks
A retired Black sergeant and current janitor at the St. Louis post office was awarded a distinguished service medal by Major General George B Thineau commanding the Seventh corps area. The honor, granted for heroism in action against Filipino Insurrectos on December 7, 1899, was given in a ceremony at Jefferson Barracks with officers and Sixth Infantry present.
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St. Louis
United States Army
George B. Thineau
Omaha
Neb
Seventh Corps
Sixth Infantry
Jefferson Barracks
Here
Teapot Dome Case Nears Close in Navy Lease Debate
In Cheyenne on March 23 the government’s Owen J. Roberts argued before Judge Kennedy that Rear Admiral Robison acted to aid navy plans through the Teapot Dome lease. He contended Robison was pliant to Fall and that Sinclair paid for placer claims now deemed worthless. Defenders for Sinclair argued possession of tanks and pipeline within the reserve. Defense counsel Lacey planned a highly technical reply next morning.
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Cheyenne
Wyo
Associated Press
J. K. Robison
Navy
Owen J. Roberts
T. Blake Kennedy
Robison
Mr. Roberts
Sinclair
Pioneer
Qi! Company
John C. Shafter
Chicago
Denver
Fall
Shaffer
Roberts
E. H W. Chandler
Sinclair Pipe Line Company
Sinclair Crude Oil Purchasing Company
J. W. Lacey
Defense
National Capital News Of Day In Brief
The Supreme Court recessed for three weeks. General Pershing named head of the Tacna Arica plebiscite commission. Northern Pacific land grants subject of inquiry before a congressional committee. Coolidge ordered inquiry into federal funds for National Guard drills. Kellogg and Torriente signed the Isle of Pines treaty with Cuba. Coolidge invited 48 states and all foreign governments to participate in the Philadelphia international exposition from June to November 30, 1926.
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Supreme Court
General Pershing
Coolidge
Kellogg
Torriente
United States
Cuba
Philadelphia
Answers to Questions from the Helens Independent
A Q and A feature answers common inquiries with concise explanations. Topics include presidential pay, Honolulu’s vast area, mail to Kennecott Alaska, Easter dating, plant names, Trinity Church vestments, revenue cutters, metal expansion, Arkansas civil unrest, Daniel Boone, carpentry etymology, and sugar beet farming effects.
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United States
Honolulu
Midway Island
Palmyra Island
Kennecott
Alaska
Post Office
B. A
Rhus Cotanus
Old Trinity Church
New York
Albert Edward
Baxter
Grant
Daniel Boone
Bucks County
Pennsylvania
F. B.C
Carpentarius
Carpentier
Judge Meet Rush L Holland New Attorney General Arrives
The New York World describes Rush L Holland's Washington arrival in a dark serge suit and brown sombrero. Col Starling from the White House Secret Service introduces him to the judge, noting Holland is a key Daugherty ally and longtime Ohio associate who survives into Coolidge's second term as administrative assistant attorney general.
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Washington
Sargent
Col. Starling
White House
Secret Service
Rush L. Holland
Daugherty
Senate
Republican Party
Ohio
Tragedy in Kansas
Pittsburg March 23 ten children are left motherless after Antone Belello of Capaldo shot and killed his wife in her sleep, believing she was an intruder. The incident occurred early today in Capaldo, Kansas, as she walked in her sleep.
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Associated Pruze
Pittsburg
Kas
Antone Belello
Capaldo
Public land offices selection favors Colorado over Montana
The editorial questions why Colorado keeps eight of nine public land offices open while Montana, with the same count, keeps only two. It cites Secretary Hubert Work and railroad geography as factors, arguing northern Montana farmers face higher travel costs to central offices, urging Havre to maintain an office.
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Colorado
Montana
Hubert Work
Publo
Cal
Public Lands
Northern Pacific
Great Northern
Central
Land Department
Havre
Naked fashion at Buckingham Palace court styles
London fashion notes show new court dresses with very short skirts and minimal material. Necklines remain discreet while trains and veils stay restricted from former court standards.
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Associated Press
London
Buckingham Palace
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