World watches Hindenburg as Germany’s new president
The world eyes Berlin on the eve of General von Hindenburg’s oath as president. Observers fear reactions in Europe, while some see limited danger. He is 78, with a chancellor to wield real power, and the world’s stance may shape Germany’s future relations.
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von Hindenburg
Germany
Europe
Berlin
Old Germany
New Germany
Russia
America
von Maltzan
Hindenburg
Reichstag
France
Vaccine llamado Spotted Fever Immunity Tested
A report discusses a promising vaccine developed by Dr. Spencer and Dr. Parker that may confer immunity to spotted fever. An entomology field worker who received the vaccine contracted a mild case after exposure, with a second vaccine dose showing full recovery potential. The duration of vaccine protection remains undetermined.
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Spencer
Federal Health Service
R. R. Parker
Montana
Rabbits and Monkeys Vaccination Assurance in Disease Areas
Residents in districts where the disease is most virulent are assured vaccination will almost certainly preserve life if the disease develops. It may prevent it from ever developing, offering comfort to affected communities.
Taxpayer Loses Battle Over Hawaii Defense Plans
Dispatches from Washington claim 40 million dollars for Hawaiian island defenses and 6 million more awaiting appropriation. The article argues maneuvers proved the defenses and fleet inadequate, framing taxpayer funds as the real casualty ahead of Congress.
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Washington
Hawaiian Islands
War Department
Army
Navy
Hawaii
Oahu
Congress
Iowa Supreme Court condemns editor's language in contempt ruling
The Iowa supreme court reversed a contempt of court commitment for an editor and criticized his opinions as puerile and sensational. The piece compares such language to editorials from Montana and urges tribunals to curb assaults on the English language by journalists.
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Iowa Supreme Court
Montana
Sheridan
Daniels
Whist and Poker Notes Echoed in Cities
In Chicago the undertaker joke frames nights out as a roll of fate while philosophers debate generational progress. The piece notes two perfect whist hands in Chicago and asserts Helena sees perfect poker hands daily, contrasting city lore with ongoing card play.
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Chicago
Helena
Houghton's London Speech Seen as Delicate US Hope
The New York World notes Ambassador Houghton spoke in London on an American hope for Europe’s peace. It emphasizes private American helpfulness over government policy, warning against misreading the speech as a new official stance. The piece doubts any fresh administration plan unless Europe moves toward peace.
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Europe
London
Washington
Hhis
America
Mr. Houghton
United States
Push for National Police Bureau at International Conference
The Haskin Letter reports New York City police officials urging Congress to create a centralized national police bureau. Advocates led by Police Commissioner Richard J. Enright say 700 municipal departments back the plan to standardize laws, share records, and reduce crime nationwide, arguing current decentralized policing hampers efficiency and economy.
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Congress
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United States
Enright
Excheme
Washington
America
National police bureau urged to curb crime and protect public
The piece argues for a national police bureau to collect and share crime data, standardize methods, and link U S and foreign police, while cautioning against arrest authority or control over local agencies. Commissioner Enright notes barriers between states and criminals and urges professionalization of police.
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Congress
Police
Commissioner Enright
United States
America
Larson Named State Bank Examiner by Governor
Jay G. Larson of Helena is named by Gov. Erickson as state bank examiner to succeed L. Q. Skelton. The Cut Bank Pioneer Press notes his extensive banking experience as a national bank examiner and past Helena bank associate. He is described as courteous and poised to be a popular addition to the governor’s staff.
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Jay G. Larson
Helena
J. E. Erickson
L. Q. Skelton
Larson
Cut Bank Pioneer Press
Montana Ready for Tourist Influx as Roads Fill Up
An advance guard of tourists has arrived in Montana with plans for a peak season within 30 days as roads will be filled with cars bearing state license plates. Park officials and tourism bureaus anticipate a new record for visitor numbers this year.
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Montana
Union
NO UNIFORMITY TRADE MOVEMENTS LACKS YET SUGGESTS STEEL SLACK
New York May 10 AP. Trade movements last week showed no uniformity yet general business sentiment was cheerfully higher due to strength in securities and grain markets and Great Britain's return to the gold standard. Rail and bond markets rose as financing expanded, with $130 million new financing and a $60 million 4 1/2 per cent NY loan selling at a premium, while steel output remained at 70 percent capacity and cotton goods activity declined.
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New York
Associated Press
Great Britain
New York City
Bond
Woman Denies Poisoning Husband in Soup Trial
Bernice élynas, pictured en route to Chicago for her trial, faces charges of poisoning her husband Dominick with soup. She pleads not guilty, claiming jealousy neighbors plotted the crime. Convicted, she receives a 34 year sentence. The report notes Montana tourism draws many visitors for its scenery and climate.
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A Fry
Bernice Éslynas
Chicago
Dominick
Answers to Questions from The Helene Independent
Reader questions cover a range of trivia and practical matters. The document features Q&A on topics from governance and literature to botany and time reckoning. It includes citations of individuals like D. A. Me. Van Vaila and J. R. Wyss, along with notes on Swiss Family Robinson and Robinson Crusoe.
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Helene Independent
Burssu
Frederick Jakin
Washington, D
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Congress
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J. R. Wyss
Holland
Rhine
Harry Lauder
MacLennan
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Forest Service
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Japan
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India
Bengal
Vikrana
B.C
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Riley
Benj. F. Johnsen
Boone
Two Million Laws In Effect Prompt Repeal Idea
A Memphis editorial notes a surge in laws and ordinances totaling about two million in effect, arguing many are redundant. It jokes about the burden of legality, suggests a repealing body to erase two old laws for every new one, and cites Collier's Weekly in a wry critique of governance.
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William P. Helin, Jr
Tennessee
Buckle
Washington
Collier’s Weekly
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