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Newspaper

Helena Independent

Location

Helena, Montana, United States of America

Date

May 19, 1925

Page

4

Salesmanship class gets a good start at University of Montana

C P Brewer opened a series on salesmanship and personal efficiency in the Commercial club room with a large Montana audience. He emphasized word psychology and its impact on self advancement, warning that participants will face an examination for merit certificates at the series end. The second lecture is slated for tomorrow evening.

C. P. Brewer University of Montana Commercial Club Brewer

Funeral rites for Mrs. Harlan at family home

Funeral rites for Mrs. W. C. Harlan were performed yesterday afternoon at the family home, 550 Sixth Avenue, with Rev. Newman Hall-Baydick officiating. Accompanied by Mr. Harlan and their three children, the body was sent by evening train to Hamilton for burial, following an emergency operation after her death early Sunday morning.

W.C. Harlan Sixth , Avenue Newman Hall-Bay- Dick First Presbyterian Church

Bulgar Communists Resuming Activities Reported

In central Bulgaria a recrudescence of communist activity is noted with armed bands using night operations to harass the countryside. Police and troops are pursuing them. Explosives were found at Tchuman between Sofia and Philippopolis, and in Philippopolis a communist's home concealed machine guns and ammunition.

Sofia Bulgaria Associated Press Tchuman Philippopolis

Helena public school teachers resign and new hires listed

Resignations of several Helena public school teachers were accepted at a regular board meeting. Leaves of absence were granted to Marian Covington and J Sidney Coleman for study. New teachers hired include Cora Squires Margaret Langen Hazel Witmer Bessie Henley Alice McCracken George N Leger Ruth Pyle and Ruth Powell. Standing committees announced and the 1925 26 calendar adopted. Superintendent Dietrich reported enrollment 2142 with improving attendance.

Helena Public School Board of Marian Covington Jefferson School University of Minnesota J. Sidney Coleman Stella Paullus Central School W. S. Gillard Martha Stinton Hawthorne Pauline Behler Central Lloyd V. Thompson Virginia Dixon Missoula Freda Dudley Ruth Powell Helen T. Jones John Dietrich Cora Squires Moose Lake Minn Margaret Langen Montana Hazel Witmer Lake Geneva Wis Bessie Henley Miles City Alice McCracken Great Falls Bozeman and Maite George N. Leger B. S Payette Idaho Philipsburg Mont Ruth Pyle Minot N. D John G. Browni T. P. Wood James F. McNamee N. B. Holter C A. Bernier Wood D. A. Thetge D. Starling McNamee Thetge Holter Bernier Sterling and Brownland Sterling Dietrich Sterling Northern Pacific Rocky Mountain Division C. R. Clark Clark Wilbur House

Illuminating Gas Franchise Passed In Helena Vote

The Helena Light and Railway company won renewal of its illuminating gas franchise by a 5 to 1 vote in a special election of freeholders. All seven wards supported the measure with 159 votes for and 30 against. Ward tallies: Ward 1 For 17 Against 2. Ward 2 For 14 Against 3. Ward 3 For 19 Against 1. Ward 4 For 20 Against 3. Ward 5 For 33 Against 2. Ward 6 For 9 Against 6. Ward 7 For 2 Against 10.

Helena Light and Railway Company

Eleventh Ave District Wins City Council Endorsement

Opponents of a permanent paying district on Eleventh Avenue near Main Street and Montana Avenue were defeated as the city council moved to create the district this year. Protests failed, only 3.84 percent of district property supported by petition. Bids to be called next Monday. resolution for final passage on that date. Also notes storm sewer district on Davis Street, federal aid project approval, and several garage building permits. London or Mme Tetrazinni broadcast from a London station.

Eleventh Avénue Main Montana Avenue Davis Street Twelfth Avenue Fourteenth Street First Reading W. C. Crum Blake J. Robinson Burlington W. J E. Anderson Cannon

Governor Erickson Seeks Federal Aid for Montana Irrigation

Governor Erickson leads Montana irrigation tour to Augusta urging a favorable report to Congress. A survey board, led by I D O'Donnell, gathers data on Montana projects for Interior Department review. The party touts irrigation as key to wealth, noting water access, soil, and the sugar beet industry.

Erickson Montana Uncle Sam Augusta S. V. Stewart Warren W. Moses Helena The Great Falls Tribune Independent Survey Board I. D. O'Donnell Billings Department of the Interior Congress East and Central States Fortler Stewart J. M. Brandt Yellowstone Valley O'Donnell Franklin K. Lane Interior Department Northwest North and South Dakota Zuaine John A. Widstoe Salt Lake Widastoe University of Utah Andrew Weis Denver Reclamation Economics Widstoe J.D O'Donnell A. T. Strahorn Department of Agriculture Ebeb Roddis Mias Emma Gibbs George O. Sanford Henry W. Johnson C. Leedy C. D. Greenfield Great Northern W. H. Fairfield

The Show Off Impresses Helena With Stellar Cast

Helena audiences enjoyed The Show Off at the M arlow starring Jessie Busbey Hobart Cavanaugh. The comedy drama by George Kelly showcases American life with sharp humor and pathos delivered by a strong company including Busley Cavanaugh Maude Franklin and Granger. The review praises the performances and notes the packed house awaiting Gallagher and Shean on May 30.

Jessie, Busbey Hobart Cavanaugh Marlow Helena Bronson Howard George Kelly Minneapolis Journal Kempy Dulcy Merton Maude Franklin Amy Aubrey Piper Smith College W. F. Granger Mr. Fisher Charles Bloomer Neil McFee Joe Jack Gilchiist Charles Turner Beatrice Made Clara Gilchrist Fishers Gallagher Shean

Torrence Versatile as Angus McGregor in Dressmaker from Paris

Ernest Torrence displays his versatile screen persona as Angus McGregor a boisterous Scotch department store proprietor in Paramount’s The Dressmaker from Paris Leatrice Joy returns to the screen in the lead with fourteen Parisian mannequins and renowned fashion gowns showcased for the production at the Marlow today Matinee and evening showings conclude the run.

Ernest’ Torrence Pang Paramount Ernest Torrence Hollywood Captain Hook J. M. Barrie Angus McGregor Paris Paul Bern Allan Forrest Leatrice Joy Miss Joy Terrence Marlow

Blackmail Plot Involving Arbuckle Denied By Woman

A San Francisco report says Mrs. J H Murphy admitted knowledge of a plot to blackmail Roscoe Arbuckle for $12000, but denied any attempt at blackmail. Arthur Arbuckle and Mrs Murphy claimed Roscoe’s name was to be protected. Roscoe previously faced a murder charge, later acquitted. Manila dispatch notes American authorities believe three Filipino scouts missing for over a week were killed by Negrito outlaws near Stozenburg.

Newpaper Arbuckle San Francisco Arthur Arbuckle J. H. Murphy Rescow Fatty” Arbuckle District Attorney's Office Los Angeles Arbuckles Murphy Roscoe Arbuckle Roscoe Virginia Rappe Manila Associated Press Camp Stotzenburg Stozenburg

Greenwich Village Follies at Marlow May 30

Gallagher and Shean star in the Greenwich Village Follies returning after a sensational last season. The annual revue arrives in Greenwich Village with a new edition designed for the famed lyricists and litigants, featuring a cast of musical comedy acts and a chorus of youthful models.

Gallagher Shean America Greenwich Village Mr. Gallagher Mr. Shean Marlow Theater Decoration Day

Production features famed writers and music team in city debut

A city premiere showcases smart dancing numbers, gay songs, and novel specialties. Comedy scripts credit Billy K Wells Lou Fields George Kaufman and George W Hobart. Lyrics by Bert Kalmer Irving Caesar. Melodies by Louis Hirsch Harry Ruby and Don Conrad. John Murray Anderson directs.

Billy K. Wells Lou Fields George Kaufman George W. Hobart Bert Kalmer Irving Caesar Louis Hirsch Harry Ruby Don Conrad John Murray Anderson

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Mag Harlan Family Home Hamilton Empress of ScoHan New York 612Nd Avenue South Minneapolis Lissner West Main St Flaherty Kohler On Broadway W. A. Merer Walker Gerage, Davis & Broadway Teaghens P. Brewer Eleventh Ave BY & Rea London Mme. Tetrazinni Pathe Comedy Daris Jey International News Geo. A. Redding East Helena Wallace Reid Woman's Club Osm Mrs Charlotte Hazzard First Baptist Church
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