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Newspaper
Helena Independent
Location
Helena, Montana, United States of America
Date
Oct 21, 1925
Page
1
Army court ordered by President Coolidge to convene in Washington on October 25 for Colonel William Mitchell a top ranking officer to face trial on charges under the 94th article of war. Conviction could lead to discharge or other penalties as determined by the court with possible firing.
A 1920s wartime era conflict statement laments competition from Armour and rival firms, warning of severe market pressure within two years. Leaders urge lower pork prices to ease consumer burden as demand remains high and critics question inflated meat costs.
Reports of officers and standing committees occupied both morning and afternoon sessions of the 50th Montana grind lodge of Odd Fellows meeting. Tomorrow will conclude the state meeting with election of officers and the selection of the 1926 grand lodge meeting place. Missoula Great Falls and Bozeman entered the list of candidates for next year’s meeting.
President Coolidge praised Hanford MacNider, former national commander of the Legion, in a second war post tribute after honoring the American region at Omaha. The ceremony reflected national defense leadership.
Warren Vandervoort, 17, was sentenced to life in a state prison at Tort Madison for the slaying of his father, Rev S J Vandervoort, former pastor at Parkersburg. The widow Mrs Della Vandervoort said she saved her son from hanging and will remain in Parkersburg with sympathizers, while Warren showed little remorse after the verdict and initial reaction.
The Federal Trade Commission began a high profile hearing into charges of monopoly and restraint of trade against Radio Corporation of America and General Electric and related manufacturing interests. With an estimated total capital investment near two billion dollars the case is described as the largest before the commission. The proceeding is expected to span several weeks as witnesses outline GE's widespread holdings and influence across the United States and Canada.
President Coolidge says it is not time yet to act on disarming and arms limit treaties. He notes the Locarno pact shows Europe can settle itself but no proposal has been made in Washington for a new general arms conference or limitations. He calls the pact important though and credits European leaders for reaching a stabilization that public opinion supports.
New York gains ascendancy in its struggle to crush the latest crime war as indictments are filed against members of the Cowbiry Gang and a Connecticut inventor is arrested for supplying pistol silencers. Federal authorities move to close 30 fashionable supper clubs and restaurants as a quiet day follows a wave of robberies totaling over 200000 dollars yesterday.
Washington October data show the American Railway Association reports the nation’s total loadings for the period ending October 10 at 16 09 million cars. The figure marks the twelfth straight week the mark has been exceeded, though it is down 6 4 million cars from the prior week and below last year’s 17 143 million. Coarser declines stem from fewer miscellaneous freight and less than carload goods. Coiled by category, livestock rose to 44 504, up 3 298. miscellaneous freight 427 021, down 15 410. merchandise and less than carload lots 270 920, down 5 76. grain and grain products 43 214, down 4 500.
Oct 20. Cleve Wilde 16 was acquitted today on a charge of murdering T J Jones, pioneer rancher of Little Pag Hom, after a July 16 incident in which Jones supposedly whipped a boy for a trivial act. An older boy admitted intent, Saung Malde claimed the rifle accidently discharged during a scuffle to stop the whipping.
G F Harlan of Plains committed death by own action last evening in Missoula after visiting a barber shop and a cardware store where he bought cartridges. He returned home and fired a Minille into his brain. No relatives are known at this time.
Seven Colorado River basin states unite to oppose federal licensing for a river power project centered on a Diamond Creek site. Arizona proposer James Ro Gi land of Phoenix seeks a license to build a dam and power plant, drawing coordinated regional opposition.
New York stock market trading on October 26 showed turnover above 201000 shares but prices fluctuated and then settled into a normal pattern. The market again moved upward though session volatility remained high from prior days, with irregular activity amid professional selling.
Three passengers testified before a court of investigation in Jacksonville Florida regarding the Comanche fire off Mayport last Saturday night. The inquiry led by General George Apler and Captain George Hurnex examined claims that crew members behaved unduly or were intoxicated during the blaze aboard the Comanche. Captain Loco Cure denied such assertions at the morning session.
In Indianapolis on October 20 a Republican governor announced not to appoint a successor to Senator Ralston. The move leaves North Dakota with one senator at the December session, as the other term will be filled by a November 1926 election. The appointee will serve the unexpired term.
Rome October 20 Pope Pius today celebrated Mass in St Peters before a crowd representing over 30 nationalities. The pilgrimage was led by Archbishop of Cassel and included Am尼nints. The Holy Father received ovations and special blessings amid the assembly.
Philadelphia October 20. John TL Lewis international president of the United Mine Workers issued a challenge for libel action against anthracite operators. He claimed they extorted from workers and misrepresented industry practices at an AFL convention in Atlantic City. Warriner, chairman of the anthracite operators conference, dismissed Lewis remarks as vastly untrue and far from facts.
Greek and Bulgarian troops clashed on the Belesh Planina frontier near Demrhinsar for about a day. The Bulgarian commander said the firing stemmed from a misunderstanding, ending when Bulgarian forces raised a white flag.
Los Angeles harboring a suspect named Ars ena Mo Warper in a sumptuous Hollywood home faced federal charges. She is accused of promoting a colonization project on a Mexican island, recruiting others and obtaining over 2 million dollars in funds. The case references partners from Cal ttaran Oregon and Washington and lists various locations and figures in a garbled filing.
A fragmented report describes Wipow’s sudden fall from wealth and details a petition filed in a Cleveland area court. The piece hints at a disputed quarrel connected to a red wall newspaper and alleges influences on a wedding plan, mentioning Downe as master punter and derorator at Cleveland.
An insurrection by Moslem insurgents in Damascus faced French bombardment with artillery armored cars and tanks after rebel Druse bands resisted for 24 hours. Heavy damage reported in the insurgent quarter as authorities sought to quell the revolt.
Telegrams and appeals describe efforts to halt a prison sentence for a Communist figure. The messages urge clemency, citing political persecution and the broader defense of civil liberties. The dispatch lists telegrams from individuals and factions pressing the governor to intervene.
A Providence notice outlines a dubious plan labeled marriage vacations and a divorce antidote. It mentions court probation, parental arrangements, and state-appointed guardians for children, hinting at a proposed remedy tied to a commission. The fragmentary text suggests official involvement and planned oversight in a wife and husband separation.
New York bankers extend a credit of 130000 to the Vatican to insure the Holy See against the devaluation of European currencies and to foster closer financial ties with the American hierarchy. Brave & Company and Chase National Bank act as depositaries for the Vatican Reform Act. A separate loan of 1500000 has been negotiated to acquire a large estate adjacent to the Vatican, where a new medical college will be built.
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