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Newspaper

Helena Independent

Location

Helena, Montana, United States of America

Date

Oct 15, 1925

Page

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Senator Edwards Honored at Forsyth Funeral

Forsyth held a memorial service for Major J E Edwards former state senator from Rosebud county and longtime Montana leader. The funeral at the Presbyterian church drew prominent figures from across the state with Reverend H T Klemme delivering the sermon and charity noted as a key part of the service.

Billings Alence Forsyth J E Edwards Rosebud County Presbyterian Church Montana Lory

Seaton Ralston of Indiana Dead

Seaton Ralston, United States senator from Indiana, dies after a long illness. A Democrat, he had defeated Albert Beveridge for the Senate in 1912 and earlier served as Indiana governor. Ralston was once a possible Democratic presidential nominee and withdrew from the race after pressing that his name be entered only with assured support from his allies.

Thanopolis Amuel Mo Ralston United States Indiana Earl Albert Beveridge Smyth Mc Adoo Afr Ralston Asa Thomas Taggirt

Independent Classified Ads promise quick service

A Helena man bought a house and placed a seven day ad in the Independent Classifieds but canceled after three days when it sold. The notice touts impartial, same great service and invites readers to call 491 or 492.

Toa Coursa

Miners Back AFL Support After Lewis Speech

The American Federation of Labor backed 158000 anthracite strikers following a speech by President John L Lewis of the United Mine Workers. He warned of a crude awakening if coal supplies remain believed ample, and elections for officers were set for tomorrow with no opposition to current leaders.

American Federation of Labor John L Lewis United Ofhne Workers Industr Lewis Ftereen Detroit Sacramento Birmingham

Court House Jockey and Magned Goza Lead in Derby

Premier jockey Lewis and Clark county demon strated totus backers in Meet Ung yesterday. The opener seen Dark Ages Billy take an early lead before Mrs Ned Goza and Mazie Harker surged. Sol Hepner rode Miss Impu as the field pressed for final positions.

Big Moore Lewis and Clark County Billy Ned Goza Mazie Harker Billy Moore Sol Hepner Impu

Treaty With Teats Formally Signed

Washington October 14 AP The temporary wartime commercial ties with Germany are replaced by a new treaty of friendship and amity ratifications were exchanged by Secretary Kellogg and Baron Von Maltzan The treaty is viewed by the state department as a model for others with Hungary and Spain reflecting changed postwar conditions

Washington Germany

Planning budget system for the Y at Butte drives funding

Board of directors approved a budget system to go into effect November first to cap expenditures at income. Secretary manager Sant Walker and general manager John Karn led the plan to raise 19000 for the local Y budget. The campaign aims to support boys and girls and shift the institution to a businesslike financial footing to aid the fundraising effort.

Qhirectors Sant Walker Y At Butte Helena Ms Tarher John Karn

Sims Hits Leadership of U. S. Naval Forces

Rear Admiral Wathawy S. Sims, retired, testified before the president’s board that American naval troubles stem from a loss of confidence in leaders. He said navy air development is hindered by conservative policy and that naval administration is run by uneducated men. He named several senior officers and criticized the Daniels cabinet and current leadership.

Washington Wathawy S. Sins Navy Air Admral Sims Robert Ir Coonty United States George C . Bloch David ‘Taylor Willand Pye Naval War Plans Division Daniels

Infant Burned in Perambulator Near Albert Lea

A infant daughter of Mr and Mrs Paul Bellese died in Albert Lea Minnesota on October 14 after children near a fire ignited the perambulator. The tragedy occurred as the infant lay in the carriage kept warm by the fire.

Albert Lea Minn Mra Paul Bellese

Auto Crash Kills A Riley on East Helena Road

Anthony Riley, a smelter worker at East Helena, was killed when his light touring car swerved off East Helena road near Burgess farm and struck a fence. Paul Bowers, also a smelter employee, was seriously injured with a base skull fracture, eye injury, and burns. He is hospitalized at St Peters. Riley’s brothers Pat and John Riley are noted.

Anthony Riley East Helens Paul Bowers Alto East Helena Burgess Farm Rileys Bowers Chance Bowers

Beginning of a New Prohibition Enforcement Regime

The Distillery phase of federal prohibition ends tonight as Assistant Secretary Widrows takes direct control of an enforcement machine. Two thousand prohibition agents are moved off the government payroll. many will remain under civil service but under new administration. Ten new enforcement areas have sent recommendations for reapportionment. The administration claims full responsibility for conduct and a free hand in guiding subordinates.

Federal Prohibition Widrews The Treasury Omerrow Prohibition Amlews

Rail receivership to end soon predicts early closure

Seattle Oct 4 The Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul railway president and predecessor of the line dies amid an inspection by officials. The report notes prosperity across the west and predicts an early end to the receivership.

Seattle Wash HWCL Ryram Chicago Milwaukee, and

Woman seeks husband for four months in Salem ad

In Salem Oregon an anonymous want ad seeks a husband for four months to inherit an estate. The concealed claimant offers $400 and states the marriage will end after four months or upon distribution of the funds.

Salem Ore

New City Law Sets Age Limit On News Vendors

Denver October 14 a city audience signed by Major Stapleton enacted a measure regulating newspaper sales. Newsboys and girls under 12 or under 2 cannot sell papers. Licenses will be issued free by the city and badges will be required for vendors. The city court approved the measure last Monday and it takes effect immediately.

Denver Cole Major Stapleton Bev City Cour

Papers Seized In London Communist Offices Raid

Police seized numerous papers and publications at the main headquarters and a London branch office. Arrests were made on charges of conspiring to incite sedition and mutiny, with court appearances set for tomorrow as authorities say this marks a new attack on the working class.

London Communist Party

Women Seek Legislature at District Federation Convention

Big Timber hosts theMontana Federation of Women’s Clubs convention concluding session. Officers elected include Mrs Harvey president and Mrs Whicher secretary. Delegates urged more women in the state legislature, uniform marriage and divorce laws, and stricter law enforcement. Ramona Bert Ven attended the International Petroleum Association in Tulsa Oklahoma.

Vikings Harvey Big Timber Montene Federation of ‘Womens Woa Pornswort Tavingston TP Whicher Red Ludee Miakina Gath Can Fom Treasures To He Weld M Souders Red Lodge Ipresenten Wiss Ramona Berta Internationl Petroleum Tulsa Okla Conseqtien

Panama rents to be cut after canal disorders

Panama rent reductions set at one percent below current rates under an accord with Prime Minister and President. The government will extend the policy until September 1920 when Congress must decide the long term. Ohio report notes Onlo oil company trims Indiana crude price by ten cents per barrel to 1.71 dollars.

Hents Pinta Fyndiay Ohio Onloit Indiana

Rain Delays Pirates Cardinals Final Game At Forbes Field

Heavy rain postponed the deciding game at Forbes Field, clouding prospects for a final showdown today. With forecasts calling for continued rain, teams anticipate a possible move to tomorrow as pitchers Aldridge and Morrison prepare to start and Meadow s recovery progresses.

Pittsburgh Forbes Field Imo Ug Conde Poseille Becong 1 Walter Tehusen Wistar Aldridge Bill McKechnie Bucky Haerts Woasharpton Tatisburgh Berch Wall Ic Sn Fae al T Robin Charles

Smaughter of Reuther 5 Dying in Frisco

A fragmentary obituary note describes a tragedy in Frisco involving the daughter of Witter Pueter Washington, hospitalized after a long illness. The text references Tit hd not attending and a distant warlleres, with unclear context about the event and who the affected individuals are.

Smughter OF Reuther Frisco Sanat Tseir Witter Pueter Washington Puenminte Warlleres

Slayer’s defense funded by victim’s life insurance

A court battle opens over who pays for the defense in a murder case. The named beneficiary of the victim’s life insurance pledges to cover court costs while the defendant’s alleged actions are scrutinized. The family states support, and the case hinges on financial arrangements and legal strategy.

Prospect for a Europe security pact gains momentum

A fragmented report notes growing support across Europe for a security alliance aimed at safeguarding territorial integrity and collective defense. It cites Slovakia, Poland, and Czechoslovakia aligned with Eastern allies while tensions loom with German leadership and coordinated treaties with Volind and Grech Siowakia.

Slovakia Trance Poland Cercho Slovalia

Couple of Crooks Must Serve Time

Fuzzy report states two individuals named Hibbs and Thome Penne were sentenced to prison terms ranging from one to one years after a case in San Cyuentin Prison. The article mentions ribald misdeeds and financial wrongdoing with brokers implicated and a judge who delivered the verdict.

Hibbs Thome Rudgmathy San Cyuentin Spenior

Rockne predicts Army to beat Notre Dame

Notre Dame coach Rockne forecast Army victory in the coming Saturday game. He said the defeat would be good for Notre Dame, citing the cadets' experience and form as a strong test.

Rockne Sierga Akunle Rockne Notre

CHICAGO JAIL CROOKS TO TASTE GEL LIFE

The text describes an urban jail scene with references to inmates and proceedings. It mentions a jail in Chicago and a rough outline of daily routines and penal conditions. Names and precise events are garbled, but the piece centers on inmates and a life inside a city jail.

Paris Finance Crisis Deepens As Treasury Weighs Plans

The Paris financial scene faces inflation pressure and a government debt outlook. Officials say December treasury bonds loom while repayment questions arise. Bank of France readiness noted but state policies remain unsettled ahead of October 27 congressional reconvening.

Paris Imei Nesember France Moutka Qtrancs Treasury Oecupie Trenne Cat Tau Moo Maly Ted 4 Crna MC Cullany Bank of Trinte Wa Bntte Fiat Mt Cail Congress

Maryland bishop chosen to preside Protestant Episcopal Church

The Baltimore bishop Jobe Gairdner Murray was elected presiding bishop of the Protestant Episcopal Church in the United States. The decision comes after a federal district court hearing where issues over bishops’ authority and jurisdiction were discussed.

New Orling Jobe Gairdner Murry Baltamore Bishey Amora Voden Juris Dielioy Williant Kolely Taston Olaw de Poe Fedyril Court Burns

Wisconsin to Remit Taxes on Property

Wisconsin will not levy property taxes for state purposes this year. The plan supports statewide coordination, with a timing note on the state’s revenue approach and potential implications for local assessment and funding.

Wisconsin Tweedy Stieplus

Wife Kills Husband Then Ended Her Life in NJ

George Winters, 22, a New York City post office clerk, killed his wife Margaret by stabbing her to death. He then killed himself with the same knife, tying a crib near Winters’ body. The couple’s son, Coucuk Williams, aged from a former marriage, witnessed the tragedy. Winters reportedly resented his wife’s flirtations with other men and frequent trips with other men, while he worked nights to support the child.

Margaret George Winters New York M Winters Coucuk Willams Wohsters Qwesten

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