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Helena Independent

Location

Helena, Montana, United States of America

Date

Oct 23, 1925

Page

5

DITCHES FRUITLESS WITHOUT SETTLERS

Washington. Oct 22 The problem of obtaining settlers for government reclamation projects is the toughest reclamation issue. Secretary Work says new work should wait until settlement improves. Co operation between federal and state governments is proposed to settle land and finance settlers with low interest aid. The Congo?

Washington Secretary Work Mr. Work Colorado River Bowlder Canyon

Dentist confirms overgas to save life instead of tooth pull

A humorous exchange captures a dentist admitting he gave extra anesthesia. The patient complains of having three teeth pulled, while the dentist explains he overgas to avoid waste and save time.

Denist

Calling as a Profession or Business

Examiner asks if a telephone girl is a business or profession. Candidate replies it is a calling. The exchange notes the subject as a vocational distinction, reflecting views on work and identity.

Not So Hot Phrase Causes Quip On Ham Boiled

A playful exchange centers on the line What is 2 cold-boiled ham and the retort Oh, that’s ham boiled in cold water ist it. Bison delivers the jest as a light remark.

The Wife Who Wasn't Wanted at the Jail Door

John Mannering, running for reelection as District Attorney, vows to prosecute his own son Bob for manslaughter after a car crash that killed four, including wife and mother Vileen. Vileen loves Bob and presses Mannering to use office power to free him, while Wallace, a former suitor now opponent, promises aid if elected. The family grapples with guilt, duty, and a possible resolution through politics and justice.

John Mannering Bob Vileen Jerome Wallace Mannering Lileen Wallace John Eileen Vitory Hope John Tarvly Howe Stela Place Toba Min Lileon Justin Fio Rob TE Valeen Teta Hatum

Severe Itchy Eczema Relief Reported by Ohio Reader

A signed testimonial from Minn Enid Burkhead of Hendrysburg Ohio dated January 31 1925 describes months of severe itching eczema. She credits Cuticura Soap and Ointment with relief after a month of treatment and healing. The advertisement promotes Cuticura products including a shaving soap.

Minn Enid Burkhead Hendrysburg Ohio

Chicago Robbers Steal Mail Bags in Fed Reserve Heist

Robbers seized three mail bundles and evaded capture after a daytime Federal Reserve Bank holdup in Chicago. Police identified suspect James Phelan, now jailed on $20,000 bond, as a potential match to the bandits in a case marked by rapid suspect photography and investigation.

Chicago Federal Reserve Bank Bureau of Investigaton James Phelan Bre

States Should Not Enter Oil Selling

Chicago October 22 A speech by Andrew Vorone Northwestern University law professor argues against mid western states entering oil selling or gasoline business. He warns state entry could harm legitimate enterprises and hurt producers and consumers, urging strict limits on state involvement in such enterprises.

Chicago Mid-West Andrew Vo Rone Northwestern University Tle Hiner North Dakota

Mail Advertising Scandal Targets Cheating Advertisers

Philadelphia report details a national inquiry into deceptive mail solicitations and fraudulent advertising. Postmaster officials cited evidence of failed promises, urging advertisers to cease mail order campaigns and warning of possible action under mail fraud laws.

Philadelphia Math Robert Ke- Rar Postoffice Department Imaness Regar Sant

Would Save Girl From Pen Cell

A chaotic report notes legal actions around Miss Whitney facing detention and a court appeal. The piece cites workers and officials from California and Indiana involved in denying jurisdiction and seeking to block confinement. It mentions George Washington University and other institutions in context of enforcement methods.

George Washington Ietheey Dormer Deanna Lage School Caluntia Universine California Dvaretiwey George Boerst van Franeisen Miss Whitney United Sates Supreme Court

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