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Newspaper
Helena Independent
Location
Helena, Montana, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1925
Page
7
Fragmented local notices and weather brief from Montana regions mention rain and varying forecasts. Items reference Marysville and Marcellin addresses, sales and real estate deeds, barber and beauty services, and community church events. Multiple names and places appear with addresses and local business references, reflecting a cluttered early 20th century newspaper page.
Intermountain faculty and students will attend the funeral of the late Bishop Carroll. Classes will be suspended for a day at 10 o clock to honor the deceased. The school intends to participate in the memorial services and offer tribute to the respected figure.
A telegram reporting the death of Win Wlle’s wife was delayed while Mr Kracher and his companion traveled three days from Spokane to Silana Washington. Mrs Mather left Spokane last night for Elena. Funeral arrangements will be made upon arrival today.
Rev Edward Smith of Butte was named president of the Montana conference of the Methodist church at a meeting of officers and trustees. Rev Jesse Bunch of Great Falls was named vice president and Rev Charles J. Crouch of Helena secretary treasurer. Two trustees, Ward Smith of Butte and Rev I Pippy of Fort Harrison, resigned and were replaced. Officers serve until the next annual conference in August. A Caswell estate committee was formed with Rev Charles D. Crouch and Rev Edward Smith as administrators. Present were Rev Charles D. Crouch Rev J A Martin Rev Charles G Cole Rev Jesse Punch Rev William Pippy and Rev Walter Spaulding.
Tom Corney leads committees for the Christmas Seals sale with members from Marysville Wik Avenue Mitchell Lincoln Nimsville Beartooth Liedsese Klosher Verrs Cane Mesdanes Plopkins Visher Latinlhio Deliver Reeder Milliron and Sheriff. Club presidents also named. County officials distributed seals to teachers. A rummage sale effort by the Wonton’s club is planned in a former Golden Rule store building. Bring odd clothes or items to help the cause.
The Spokane bank sues on two promissory notes alleging a balance of 20 054 738 dollars as of January 1, 1 9 1 0. The case names Richard Ringling and others as defendants, with the bank seeking payment and related court relief in Spokane, Washington.
Florence Sanden reports on cleaners returning incriminating letters and found objects from pockets in coats and trousers. The piece humorously catalogs embarrassing discoveries, from letters to jewelry, notes that readers might fear exposing. lessons about discretion follow.
In the sorrow surrounding Bishop John a Carrel’s death, his sister Mrs Ty T McP Dermott of TMelend bears the heaviest burden. She was with him at death and later suffered severe injuries in a car crash en route to New York. Doctors in New York diagnosed fractures and eye injuries, and she remains under treatment as preparations for a funeral proceed. Relatives plan to travel to attend services, aided by medical updates and x ray findings.
Mike Burbank of Great Tale stood trial yesterday before Judge W E Poorman in district court on a first degree assault charge. The jury heard witnesses including several named as Milan, Amann, Mix, Waltast Beary, and others. Prosecution and defense argued over framing, with adjournment ordered as a mark of respect for the late Bishop Carroll. Proceedings to resume today at 2.
The Supreme Court yesterday affirmed the Madison County liquor conviction of Jack Smith, finding evidence that he hosted a drinking party at his home and replenished supplies, placing bottles within reach of young guests. It held sufficient proof he was host and responsible whether or not Williams testified.
A marketed remedy named Freezone promises painless corn removal. The tiny bottle supposedly treats hard and soft corns and corns between toes without irritation, with the druggist selling it for a small price.
Banks open at Aiqon today while stores close two hours for the Bishop's funeral. Helena banks will not operate before noon on Friday and most businesses will close from 10 am. Bishop John P. Carroll will be buried in the Miocesan and parochial schools. Students and families attend the funeral services, with the Tuheral Ia Tune noted. Ward Py AS McMArKe of Inspect Lor j. Jafp Bishop.
A woman charged with bootlegging was killed by her sister after a series of events described by a district court record. Witnesses including Miss Smith were noted as traveling with the group, with Sheriff Baracs and Deputy Boxster reporting arrests on the road north of town weeks earlier.
George Sanford, longtime editor of the Rocky Mountain News and Western Times, is named managing editor of the Denver based newspaper organization. Edward Day is named assistant managing editor, enhancing the paper’s editorial leadership.
Washington dispatch says the Wyoming and Missouri River Railway asked the TC today for permission to abandon 17 miles of track between Aladin Wyoming and Tellefaurebe. The line has been unprofitable for many years according to the application filed.
Great Pal(l) wigtriet superint ent Jonge W Runch presides over the last quarterly conference of St Pauls Methodist Church in Ot Pauls after a church night program. Mrs Owen Moniz to sing at the dinner. Arthur Torran to lead the lessons as new charge of work follows Ly Tlultziniet appointment. Event begins at seven with a full attendance urged by church officers to prevent disorder.
Dee Cheare and TAP meet as national officials discuss agriculture policy. Secretary Hikenty Pb of Kinesis heads the gathering urging a balanced production policy and soil fertility conservation to stabilize the farming economy and reduce future depressions.
Senator Peter Narbeck and Governor Carl Gunderson were endorsed for re nomination by the Isa bllican state proposal convention. Democrats and farmer laborists failed to form a coalition and each party named its own ticket for the primaries. Republicans also endorsed for re nomination. Three South Dakota congressmen were named as incumbents and aides.
The Pepperell Marine manufacturing plant in Riddeford Maine, employing 3,500 workers, shut down indefinitely after weavers refused to adopt the new system, halting operations and signaling a major labor dispute.
Studebaker distributor for Montana and northern Wyoming leads wholesale dealers by volume in 1925. Schomer, local manager, reports at a conference with Studebaker officials, noting the current year’s strong sales and anticipated growth, with Florida and California orders aiding production. Continuous shipments planned to meet regional dealer needs.
A long string of names and origins fills the page as locals welcome visitors to Helena. Among those mentioned are Mrs Marile Gary from Tozernan Ralph and O eare ds, Jor Jelly in Capitol Front Hinidive PA, and Wilhelm Corbett from Tutte stopping at the Placer hotel. The column notes arrivals from Great Falls, Lewistown, Flatters district attorneys, and several towns including Warm Here ye. Also listed are former officials, attorneys, and guests visiting for events and funerals, with travel details and lodging at local hotels.
Ill health forces Jennison to retire from the Helena grocery trade after years of service. Mrs Martha and secretary Carroll present at the Montana Association meeting. TG, Faleton and Vera plan a Spokane trip with relatives in California and the southern states, returning to Helena next spring. Mrs Amy visits Helena, Mrs Leggat with her daughter, and the Flowerrees attend Lewistown wedding of Miss Helen Warren to W. J. Flowerree in Lewistown.
Noval Whittinghill, 15, son of Mr. and Mrs. J. N. Whittinghill of WA Mayes, will solo on cornet at next Friday night’s Shrine auditorium program during the public school band concert. The young performer, described as one of the finest in the band, is expected to astonish the audience with his tone and expression.
In a sudden court proceeding, a marriage annulment was acknowledged as dismissed. The case involved Nella Friedt and another party, with the grounds and details remaining unspecified after the complaint was withdrawn. The brief hearing occurred yesterday in a local court, with the plaintiff's attorney reporting the withdrawal.
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