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Newspaper

Helena Independent

Location

Helena, Montana, United States of America

Date

Aug 08, 1925

Page

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Browning Way Lose Wee Girl In Adoption Inquiry

A chaotic scene surrounds the attempted revocation of an adoption case involving Dorothy Browning. Foster mother Mrs. Muna St John of New York appeals to officials, arguing the six year old's adoption must be reconsidered amid conflicting statements and public welfare concerns. The case, tied to real estate investor Edward W Browning, continues with letters and inquiries, page 2 promises continuation.

New York Alani Sted Press Edward W Muna St John Rie Browning St Toh Bill& Loler Vib Brown

Mob In Missouri Lynches Negro At Oak Tree

A mob in Missouri lynched Walter Altohetl a Black man accused of an alleged attack. The scene unfolded after a false fire alarm drew crowds to a street near a train line between Excelsior Springs and Excelsior Springs. The mob dragged the man to an oak tree and hanged him as onlookers crowded a nearby tram. Witnesses reported the man denied then admitted the assault, pleading for mercy before the lynching.

Tarolsion Associated Press Walter Altohetl Tling Mitchell Pxcelsior Springs Pncelsior Springs Ling Merry

Inventor Fails to Invent Own Death

A garbled report about an inventor Selwarty Gipner and associates mentions a dramatic blast and alleged attempts to fake death. The piece references a trial or pursuit, with Walter Gonzales and others blamed or sought. The text is fragmentary and unclear but portrays a sensational science scandal.

Chaves Selwarty Gipner Martine Gadicheaist Cebor Bie Walter Gonzales Selwarty Tabor

Klan to March in Capital Today Amid Tight Police Prep

A large Ku Klux Klan march is planned in Washington with a strong police presence to manage traffic and crowd control. The event prompts security measures and city officials to prepare for potential disturbances during the procession through the capital.

Klan Capital

War Mothers Pleading for Life of Montanan Sentenced to the Rope

Walter R Simons a former Montana deputy sheriff awaits execution near Pu esdi after a murder verdict. Nebraska Supreme Court heard habeas corpus pleas while defense lawyers pressed for a stay and Governor Millen considered commutation. War mothers from Pompey and nearby urged clemency as officials weighed circumstantial evidence in a death penalty case.

Linealn Walter R Simmons Montana Puesdi Prank Pahl Spencer Nehgoltage Nebraska Supreme Court Charles WoBiyim Wiegal Simons Hatriet Court Wheeler Supreme Court Hinwever Simmons Imily Battiman Pompey Puli Monta Smvier Ron Min

Mystery of Plant Fire Deaths Ties to Murder Plot

An explosion at the Watt Creek cellulose plant linked a series of clues suggesting an intentional murder plot. Authorities pursued ties between a former Barbe employee, undertaker from Placersailett, and suspects named Schwarte, with forged papers and letters found among the wreckage. Investigators considered arson and murder charges, including a $107 000 Gen vehicle fund connected to the scheme, while others disputed the accidental death theory.

Martinez Wendy Foun Watt Creek Charles Betes Schwarte Chemlet Alarene Morrill Barca Stte Turing Silwa Gen Mis Schwarte Bene al Osyry

Boy charged with murder in Parkersburg case

Warren Vandenvoort, charged with murder in the death of his father Rev R J Vandenvoort and wounding of his mother in Parkersburg Iowa, pleaded not guilty before Judge W P Walter and was ordered held for the October term. A confession he allegedly wrote was rejected by the court. The minister’s wife remained hospitalized with serious injuries, and a date for proceedings was set.

Warren Vandenvoort R J Vandenvoort Parkeroburg Iowa W P Walter Am Parkershurs

Evolution law attacked again in Tennessee case

A federal district court in Tennessee hears a challenge to a state evolution statute. Judge James Robert Walden addresses grounds for a first amendment defense, with state officials including Governor Austin Peay and Attorney General Frank Mo Uhempson named in the proceedings. The case contends the law violates overarching constitutional provisions and seeks vindication through judicial action.

Tennessee Kreethy James Robert Walsot United States Austin Peo Prank Mo Uhempson Stewart Ctiornes

Judge George Gray of Delaware Dils Dils

Fragmentary OCR reads as a historical wire with mentions of Judge George Gray of Delaware and a returning or dated event. The garbled text references a U.S. senator Trent Velavare and an Associated Press item, suggesting a delayed or miscaptured dispatch about a judge from Delaware and related political figures.

George Gray Delaware Trent Velavare Jude de van Soyeuseld

Examiners Abolish Revolving Funds in the State Institutions

State legislators move to abolish revolving funds in state institutions. A bill passed the House providing appropriations for self sustaining activities and limiting general fund usage. Changes target 1923 order adjustments and redirect funds through the treasurer, with emphasis on proper audit and control.

Perm Fish Legislature

French Losses High in Battle in Syria

Reports from Jerusalem dated August indicate heavy French casualties in an engagement at Sardiah against Syrian rebels. About 500 killed and 600 wounded reported. much French equipment captured by tribal forces, with the situation described as chaotic and fluid in the affected region.

Syria Jerusalem Bassarr Ded Presa Sardiah

Plane Hits Girls in Bathing Area Fatal Crash

A seaplane plowed into a crowded bathing area near the water, killing two girls and injuring several others. The crash occurred when the craft struck bathers and disrupted the water, authorities said.

Ten defendants cleared in Pickwick Hall collapse case

In Suffolk Superior Court ten defendants were discharged as prosecutors urged the jury to return not guilty verdicts after the Pickwick Hall collapse on July 1. The manslaughter probe had charged multiple individuals connected with the disaster that killed several people including residents and workers.

Baetan Ang Csy Presa Wu Pickwick Clul

Kiwanis Club Session Opens with Strenuous Day

Delegates of the Kiwanis Clubs of Montana convened in Helena for a full convention packed with speeches and greetings. International president John Vosso lauded a high district consensus as the gathering featured community singing, welcome addresses by Gov. Stewart and Henry Ho Sauers, and a program highlighting local Kiwanis leaders.

Montana Fendines Ots John Shrine Tempe Antlers VonVattar Wohler Hhiianis Cred Helser Stewart Helena Montina Stewart Helen Commerce Lit Marion & Dietrich Millings Kiwanes Heleny John Piet Wielrich Anterniton i Whitefish

Banquet at Temple for Kiwanians With High Jinks Feature

A temple banquet for Kiwanians unfolded with festive decor in Helena and Butte, featuring elaborate programs, table decorations, and performances by junior units and district officers. Guests included club presidents and visiting officials as the evening celebrated the 26th convention with speeches, toasts, and group ensembles.

Bostten Ny Teeptheere Ciub Opreniden Wissoule Butte Ling Montiay Nortain

Kiwanis Ladies Luncheon and Pool Plunge Event

Kiwanis Ladies attend a luncheon and enjoy a plunge in Broadwater's pool. The fragmentary text mentions social gathering details and a lively poolside activity, reflecting a community club event with casual outcomes and local participation.

Kiwanis Broadwater

Regular Boy Dopt Harmful Mischief Ring

A clipped passage describes a group led by a boy named Freales with pals Nick and Tas who often engage in harmless but risky pranks. The piece references an older local figure and notes neighbors’ concerns about their activities at a prime location near Independent rhoes morning. The tone voices unease and warns against targeting regular youths.

Freales Nick Tas Rhoes

Forest Fire Threatens Taft and Saltese in Western Montana

Western Montana towns Taft and Saltese faced a spreading forest fire that crossed from Idaho and moved toward Saltese. About 20 firefighters worked the ridge south of Taft while calls for more volunteers continued as flames pressed toward the Pine Creek and headwaters area ten miles west of Wallace, with the blaze breaking control and expected to extend into Thursday.

Wallice Tdaho Sonirt Pressi Montana Taft Saltese Crrek Pine Creek Wallace As Tenday

Thug Uses Woman as Bullet Shield in Shootout

In New York a robbery spree ends in gunfire as detective Richard E Henneb ary and two officers confront four suspects. A woman, Alma Cornelly, is killed while a robber uses her as a shield. One officer and the woman die. another suspect and a clerk are arrested as accomplices.

Thug Woman New York Richard E Henne Berry Menneberry Mary Corenelly Wetlan Elart aWas Alr Garnelly Hennyberts Polhesiz Hart Alma Johnson Gunnick Michael Lindae

Quen City Disaster: One Dead in Earthquake Ruins

A strong earthquake struck Queein City of Mexico at 3 pm causing collapse of supports and widespread ruin. Rescue crews search amid ruins for survivors as injuries and casualties are reported. chaos and displacement affect many residents.

Queein City Mexico Vo Qoms

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