28 Sep 1921
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Newspaper
Helena Independent
Location
Helena, Montana, United States of America
Date
Sep 28, 1921
Page
1
A reader shares long testimonial praising May's Wonderful Remedy for stomach and digestive problems. The letter asserts the product cures catarrhal syndromes in the intestinal tract and inflammation causing various organs ailments. It mentions a money back guarantee and a drug company endorsement.
Washington reports general staff outlines comprehensive reserve plans to mobilize over four million fighting men quickly if war arises. The scheme uses 27 infantry divisions and national guard alignment, shifting officers from the reserve corps to form full war-strength units by July, with limited active use only in a congressional authorization emergency.
In a Washington conference on September 2, Democratic senators debated ratifying peace treaties with Germany Austria and Hungary. Some urged adherence to individual judgment, others favored ratification, with discussion continuing to Thursday on possible reservations. Republican Senator Bora then introduced a resolution asking the State Department for guidance on U.S representations with the reparations commission.
A fragment from a New York dispatch reports Dawes estimate of government expenses for the current year at 350,090,000 dollars as outlined in the budget law. The note mentions Director C. W. Pawartin and recognition for John T. Pratt for service in securing the national budget.
Henry Wilson of Mineral Wash, a well known miner, says Tanlac built him up after two years of stomach trouble. He recounts loss of appetite sour stomach gas and headaches then describes improved appetite sleep weight gain and renewed energy after taking Tanlac sold by leading druggists everywhere.
The Misses Kessler, daughters of Mr and Mrs Fred B Keesler, left yesterday for the East to attend schools. Ada Ida Kessler will study at Browndon School in New York City, while Louisa Kessler goes to Knox School in Connersville New York. They are joined by Margaret Power, daughter of Charles T Power, who will visit Mrs Peter Barann in New York City. In Sheridan Abe Powell, 20, attempted suicide to avoid arrest on worthless checks. He fired a shot into his chest as Sheriff Dolph Thowag approached with a warrant. The stamp collection tale ends with a note of the era.
The Miner editorial contends Governor Dixon commuted Chronopolous and Byrne to life terms under pressure from J. D. Murphy known as Swede Murphy, alleging political debts and secret funding from Greek backers to influence the governor. It traces Murphy’s influence from early relations with Dixon to a late plea to spare the two murderers, amid broader accusations of graft and favoritism involving pardons and debts.
The Butte Greek colony reportedly raised about 12000 to defend Murphy against political attacks tied to Swede Murphy and Governor Dixon. The story notes the Clark newspaper and mine bosses face scrutiny as Murphy threatens action after failed state mine inspector plans. Witte awaits a governor response and the new republican party’s stance on the fallout.
Readers are warned that the delinquent tax payment period has been extended by the 1941 legislative session from November 30, 1920, to October 1. A 10 percent penalty will be added and the usual tax sale will take place at the treasurer's office at the cave house. All properties listed as delinquent will be listed for sale at the usual January sale. The note ends with an unexpected line about Robin Hood, whose identity has never been determined.
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