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Newspaper
Helena Independent
Location
Helena, Montana, United States of America
Date
Apr 03, 1932
Page
1
A Senate committee in Chicago published a dramatic account of Al Capone and his cage gang surrendering to federal force. testimony by agent Johnson described the gang’s rise and the negotiation that led to arrests and landmark prosecutions.
The report notes a last minute shift in plans on the eve of a wedding involving Hermard MoTMnieh Ament Thanet and Miss Wine ten rere Maal. Details are fragmentary but indicate a reconsideration of nuptial arrangements and social obligations amid uncertain circumstances.
Ny WILLIAM EB. BROCKIMANY Nerlin April 2 Former Prince Freuch Wilhelm today pledged support to Adolf Hitler and repudiation of the Versailles treaty. Wilhelm, once allied with nationalist forces, backs a campaign led by Hitler and President van Vindenhure as Germany gears for a run-off election. Hitler will speak at Potsdam as Berlin tightens restrictions. outdoor demos allowed, political activity barred Saturday before the vote. The Welt am Abend claims Nagatarm troops near Berlin.
A miner found the body of Helen Grohbrugge in Lake Hotona yesterday afternoon after a bridge edge tragedy tied to months of despondency over losses. H. Peterann, a local miner from Peterson Avenue, reported the discovery to Chief Spurzem. A rope-anchored search revealed the body near the shoreline about 600 feet from the bank. Investigators joined the extraction and transported the body to town for formal processing. The incident is linked to her prior leap from the bridge during a period of deep distress.
The state rested its case in the Walter Varnes trial for the Harrison bank robbery as defense testimony began. Sheriff’s deputies Burney Megis and Kay Hodgson testified about tracks, field evidence, and Willow Creek, while the prosecution argued Varnes signaled accomplices and Tarrington aided in the trap.
Francis M. Stephenson reports a bipartisan drive in the Senate to push the million dollar revenue measure. Secretary Mills endorses the bill despite noting serious defects and discriminatory aspects. Senate leaders pledge to balance the budget next year, while a dispute over the amount to save and spend continues.
Poin Miva reports a tragic incident at BlaZen Playhouse with several youths perishing and others injured. Cad and Warnid Tota are named among the deceased while Toekod and Frit Wes are noted as affected. Authorities investigate as families mourn and local responders work at the scene.
In Washington a Capitol hospital setup draws attention as lawmakers are targeted by reports of stress and overwork. Dr George Me Calyer, a physician, attended the scene amid a tense political climate. The incident follows a wave of public concern over healthcare provisions and labor conditions affecting staffers and officials.
In the coming week the Northern Rocky Mountain region will be generally fair but cloudy and unsettled at times. Expect occasional showers or new clusters of unsettled weather. Mild to moderate temperatures are anticipated with variable wind chiefly from the west.
A defendant, identified as a man unnamed here, was convicted for the murder of his sister-in-law after a dispute at a residence. The trial heard testimony from relatives and noted a family upheaval preceding the fatal act. The verdict follows a heated exchange and the court ordered legal penalties.
Voters in Helena elect Alex Wardlaw and Dr John T Treacy as trustees of school district No 11. Wardlaw won 75 votes to lead a field of four. Treacy secured the position formerly held by R F H Towle. Total votes 1089 across three polling places.
Washington announces time and place for opening skirmishes in the cash payment campaign to veterans. On Monday April 13 the Ways and Means Committee will hold hearings on bonus bills to pay holders of veteran certificates, with multiple measures pending.
El Paso April 2 reports a wide manhunt as authorities from two states and Mexico pursue bandits who killed seven members of the Melquiadez Espinosa family. Governor Seligman ordered officials to Berne to probe if Mexicans crossed the border, with focus on two vehicles and the ranch of Trancha Flores as a suspected hideout amid a rural area near Juarez.
In Toledo Ohio on April 2 six people burned to death when their sedan crashed west of the city. Victims include Mr and Mrs Robert Queisha and their daughter Rose Ann three, plus their nephews named Tamp Mins. The gas tank exploded and burning gasoline spread to the victims.
Washington April 2 The tariff and prohibition clash as Roosevelt and Hoover seek delegates at Chicago. Alfred E. Smith denies withdrawing and resents cabinet talks. James W Gerard resigns as national committee treasurer after eight years. Rashkab to name successor to oversee the Victory fund drive. Hawley Smoot tariff issue looms as Senate backs flexible rate changes.
Philadelphia veteran Thomas J. Turke, missing since 1910, is identified by relatives as the long-unknown man Joe Bond after an encounter in Chicago. He served as a motorcycle dispatch bearer with the 108th Engineers and was wounded returning home.
Vatican City discusses transforming the old mint into a jail as part of criminal justice reforms. Since the 1929 Lateran Treaties, the city has held jurisdiction to try and incarcerate offenders guilty of milder crimes within its territory.
Fragmentary text notes an effort to preserve Register Cliff on the Oregon Trail. It mentions a commission, protection of a section near Hogan train, and historical references to early travelers and pioneer routes. The garbled OCR hints at historic preservation actions and local officials involvement.
Norfolk Virginia April 2. John Hughes Curtis one of three Norfolk negotiators for the return of the kidnapped Wadbergh bly slipped away today on a mission announced to be in the interest of the negotiations. Rear Admiral Gay H Burrage spokesman for the three men said Curtis a Norfolk boat builder was off on business for the case and refused to comment further.
Tokyo reports a new Japanese military expedition of unknown size ordered to support two divisions fighting rebels against the Manchurian government under Henry Pu Yi. The force will cross the Tumen river from Korea to strike at Changtan near Korea Soviet Russia border amid reports of fierce combat and regional panic among Chinese rebels led by Gan.
At the Montana state capitol several elected officials signaled plans to run again. State treasurer BF Williams will not seek re election in primaries, while Associate Justices Ford and Galen and attorney Miles Cavanaugh filed to seek new terms. Governor Arleighon expected to seek another term. Harmilton seeks the Democratic nomination for governor. Attorney General Foot intends to run.
Mexico holds its primary to select candidates for state and congressional offices as the army governs nationwide. Extraordinary security marks the day amid tension with about 5000 candidates seeking deputy posts in the ruling party primaries.
Len Wing, a 34 year old Chinese American, trains in Portland Oregon to become the world’s first Chinese aviatrix. She pursues a pilot license and hopes to pilot for the U.S. as a race barrier breaker. She is described as ready for testing.
A monoplane crashed into the yard of a residence in Gabonville Florida killing William Fowler and Robert Framington both 17. Passenger Toussell Michell, 14, was seriously injured. Fowler was an experienced pilot.
Edward Marjoribanks a 42 year old Conservative MP for Eastbourne East Sussex was found shot to death tonight in the home of his stepfather Lord Hailsham. He had been ill and suffering from influenza. He was the son of Archibald John Marjoribanks and Myssie Brown of Nashville Tennessee. Marjoribanks later married Dowdclan McGarrel Hogg who became Lord Hailsham.
Clatterville Ohio hamlet in Belmont county with about 10 residents yielded 100 gallons of beer wine and whiskey when prohibition officers raided today. The report notes the odd phrase Names Deceitful in the local item.
A chaotic report from Honolulu outlines the Massie lynching case with multiple defendants including Joseph Katiahawal and Charles B. Davis. The proceedings will unfold with military and police presence and a court trial date set for the near future.
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