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Newspaper
Helena Independent
Location
Helena, Montana, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1925
Page
6
A garbled city page notes Saturday and Sunday weather with scattered business ads. It mentions the Sheltons, Ford and Chevrolet parts, a gas and service station, insurance, cleaning, and imminent hospital news. It references a death and funeral details of a local resident and notes about a Union Army veteran and Grand Army of the Republic member.
Articles of incorporation filed with the secretary of state reveal New Gould Mining company capitalized for 40,000,000 dollars, divided into 4,009,000 shares of 10 cents par. Incorporators are Owen Byrnes A B Cook T deur Mo Hall and Milton Gunn. The firm intends to operate the Old Gould mine, a famed producer in days past, recently dewatered by a long tunnel under Lyenes direction.
Montana railroad commission rules that a water utility may discontinue service for unpaid charges, stating taxation of property to support the water plant carries no special privileges. The water company may shut off service if bills are not paid as required by contract.
Gallatin county gears to host a premier Northwest show with high ranking exhibits. Connie Boxenart, managing editor, notes plans for complete fair displays across all departments, including industrial sections and plant displays, with prizes and governor attendance anticipated.
Rev Donaldson of the Methodist church at Friendville joins a Kiwanis delegation to the state convention. He is greeted by old friends as he previously served as pastor at St. Paul’s church and later led the intermountain catechetical program.
McLean was returned from island on a charge of stealing saddles. The defendant, named Tom Y. Jandhe and others, allegedly borrowed the saddles for use and did not return them. The case proceeds in County Court with the arrest occurring near Crengevalle. The file notes the saddles were loaned for use over the past year and not returned.
A Townsend resident, Thurston, died in a hospital after inhaling gasoline fumes while starting a siphon near Polson while en route to Glacier Park. Born 1895 in Razema, he lived 18 years at the Glac a mill and left Townsend last Tuesday by auto. He is survived by his widow, son Ralph, and three brothers. Funeral services will be held tomorrow at Townsend Methodist Church with burial in Townsend.
Riwanis ladies attended a luncheon then enjoyed a plunge in Broadwater’s pool as part of a two day convention. About 130 members and visitors registered at the Placer hotel with late arrivals from Deer Lodge Missoula Butte and Anaconda among others.
Washington expects a Klan march with a large police presence. Thomas J. Aynunt was arrested after questioning and released. The Klan creates headquarters at the New Willard hotel. leaders discuss a days long conference and a controversial cross burn planned near the Totamare river in Virginia.
A local pageant event in Wheatland County crowned Miss Williams as princess during the Scot fair week. The ceremony featured community leaders and was part of the county’s annual celebrations with local clubs assisting in hosting and entertainment.
Gov Erigkson names multiple appointees to the State School for Deaf and Blind board and city boards in Great Falls. New members include Tamksen, Wise War Trouper, Fanden Mckullaugh, and others with terms through March 7 1927.
Fragmented OCR notes state a requirement for automobile bus lines to carry insurance to protect passengers. Mentions a Monoda railroad commission or similar authority and references licenses, limits on operators, and baggage handling. The text is garbled but centers on insurance and regulatory licensing for passenger transport.
An outdoor concert featuring the Omester Band entertained a crowd last night. Helene performed several tunes with the group while viewers enjoyed the scene and music from nearby tables in the impromptu event.
A World War veteran died last evening at Fort Hospital. The deceased suffered from service disabilities and arrangements for the funeral are directed by Verrann and Company. The veteran resided in Wes Minny and leaves a brother, Lil Sacer, who has been notified.
A stream of social engagements and guest mentions fills the column. Names such as Mrs Tab, Miss Hoo4 Gand, Sister Mary, and Sister Mars appear alongside travel plans to Spolane Wah Mtroant Mi and San Diego. Attendees at a Montana convention mingle with relatives, while plans for tours and hospitalary visits unfold.
Report from Berlin on a series of talks and outreach events promoting spiritual leadership. Delegates visited homes and churches, with open discussions on community service, highways safety, and civic duties. Lectures highlighted unity, youth involvement, and cooperation with local chambers of commerce. The program included outdoor meetings and evening sessions, emphasizing moral guidance and public service.
Closing program marks end of state college sponsored camp at Broadwater. Students performed rope work and stunt routines under directors Mrs R T Mehaffey and Miss Isabelle Rofawn with nuns and instructors overseeing activities.
The Missoula life of the party featured a Pan Weiner event and a banquet with entertainment. Raymond Grane led the banquet committee as the drum corps performed and nourishment was provided for attendees.
In Sourhampton on July 24 a garbled report notes an old steam line intending to use an agency for most services after quitting the port about 50 years ago. Port authorities weigh a possible fate for the harbor and related transit terms as the situation unfolds.
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