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Newspaper

Helena Independent

Location

Helena, Montana, United States of America

Date

Dec 12, 1930

Page

1

Relief bill rushes through upper house amid Cuban crisis

In Washington the Senate passes emergency public improvements and relocates power on funding to the administration. Key amendments cut a freehand for the President in fund use while advancing a broad relief program, with House actions and debt worries likely to shape the final outcome.

Fy Francis M. Ste Washington Senate Waders President Woaver Sam Rabin Ann Arkansas Veader

Mob Attack After Autoist Threat Ends in Deaths

In Chicago a mob threatened lynching an autoist after a motor crash involving local youths. Five children from a suburban alliance were sent to Maywood for protection. In the ensuing chaos, Doris Felkner, 16, and Rank Viehs, 23, were killed during the turmoil.

ChiceaBa Turtoge Dpiler Pekened Ean Alriver A. Beukera CheeuRa Hiwdea Beukema Doris Flekner Rank Viecs

Miller Found Guilty Faces Life in Prison

Conrad Dec 11 Harry E Miller age 11 and co defendant with Thomas Harrison Groves 35 were found guilty of first degree murder in the killing of John Joseph Wright a Canadian war veteran on a freight train. The jury recommended life imprisonment and both men face sentencing tomorrow morning.

Conrad Harry E. Miller Thomas Harrison Groves John Joseph Wright Groves

Capone Not Subject 10 Order of Deportation

Washington reports that Al Capone is not likely to be deported. Immigration authorities say Capone seems to be a United States citizen. Capone is believed to have been born in Naples but has been naturalized.

Capone Washington al Capone United States Naples

Arrest and uproar mark Lindsey courtroom exit in New York

Turbulent cathedral scene erupts as former Denver judge Ben B Lindsey is wrestled from the Cathedral of St. Joan the Divine amid cries and chaos. He is later brought to court the following day on a related charge while bystanders shout insults and push through the crowd.

St. Joan the Divine New York Ben B. Lindsey Denver Iam Arthor Carfield Ways Lindsey Wis Agrounsel Pirate Lindsey Ie Macnines Ted Honmer Hielo

Lindsey's Hearing Hue Takes Lindsey to Trial

In New York Bishop William T. Manning is subpoenaed as defense witness as Ben B. Lindsey faces trial tomorrow afternoon for disorderly conduct at the Cathedral of St John the Divine last Sunday. The pivotal issue is Lindsey's provocation in the incident.

New York Der William T. Manning Ben B. Lindsey St. John the Divine Pelit Ann Garsfield Rounsel Lindsey kRid

Public rebuke for petters at Ferris Institute scandal

Tim Rapids Missouri reports an announcement from Ferris Institute authorities that names of individuals involved in petting nex tures with boys will be released to the public. Officials emphasize the affair aims to study academic reforms and not to encourage sexual activity among students.

Tim Rapids Mteh Ferris Roeds Saenthen

Soft Old Sport's Mushy Letters To Girl Read In Trial

From love letters and the cries of Grace Brandon the prosecution in Major Charles A Shepard murder trial presented a romance tale meant to show no motive for poisoning his wife. Brandon testified about letters from Fort Riley and gifts the elderly major sent as she recalled the affair.

Major Kansas City Kansas Grace Brandon Charles A. Shepard Mias Brandon Laffred Shepard Fort Riley

Rebels in Chile to Face Quick Justice

Santiago December 11 report says Chilean government considers changes to criminal law to speed trials for rioters against the president cabinet congress or nation. The move follows Tuesday's riot attempt on President Colonel Carlos Thanez by 14 attackers, described largely as students and communists.

Santiago Che Carlos Thanez Atudente

Bugs Moran Cleared of Vagrancy Charges

George Bugs Moran, the alleged Chicago gangster, was acquitted tonight by a jury of vagrancy charges. There was no demonstration in the courtroom.

Bugs” Moran Waukornn Bee George Bugs" Moran

Germans Ban Film Focusing on Defeat Amid Berlin Protests

Berlin reports the removal of a Remarque film based on his World War I novel after six days of fascist protests. The censors cited excessive focus on German defeat and risks to national prestige as reasons for the ban. Officials also restricted alcohol sales, limiting hard liquor between 3 and 8 in the morning with easing after 6 pm.

Berlin Germany Erich Maria Remarque Western Front

Senate World Court Debate Divides Supporters Over Special Session

Washington transit daily reports a Senate clash over World Court funding and charity deductions. Leaders on opposing sides say the issue cannot be settled this session, with a division among supporters on whether to call a special session. Optimism remains among friends of the court about progress.

Washington Senate World Court

Woolgrowers Plan Crusade to Sell Lamb to the U S

Colorado Springs reports at the National Woolgrowers Association annual convention that members aim to raise 25 000 dollars for a national advertising campaign to boost lamb sales. T.A. Kinnald and Texas Sheep and Wool Growers leaders advocate intensive publicity to show lamb quality and timing, with women auxiliary preparing lamb dishes and speakers stressing market timing.

Colorado Springs Colo Woolgrowers Assecuition Asverhil T. A. Kinnald Texas Sheep and Wool Growers Ansociation

Einstein Reaches America in Poised Welcome

Albert Einstein arrived in New York amid a crowd of 100 press and camera crews. He answered questions with humor and wit, maintaining good humor as he spoke about anti militarism and unemployment while reporters pressed for remarks.

Hy Howard W. Blak Esler New York Der Albert Einstein Ken

Death by own action at shooting gallery on The Pike

Long Beach California November 17. Oscar E Mayhugh aged 84 was lounging in front of a shooting gallery on The Pike at noon today. He asked a girl attendant for a shooter, took a gun, fired once, then swung the weapon and fired twice more. He died an hour later.

Long Beach Calif Nee Oscar E. Mayhugh Minter Fred Stargat

Baby bandits get 24 hour stay on death sentence

Three young prisoners dubbed the baby bandits were granted a 24 hour reprieve by Governor Roosevelt to hear plans from their parents and legal counsel. They robbed a drugstore owner and killed him last February, with defendants Robert 20, James Buller 21, and Mario Ferdinandi facing the electric chair.

Oapingg Nyoy Dee Goveernor Roosevelt Mires Dames Rober James Buller Mario Ferdinandi Envernor Grante

Volunteers to donate one day’s pay a month in Philadelphia

Philadelphia ware-earners will be asked to donate one day’s pay each month for the next four months to help the unemployed. Horatio Gates Lloyd, chairman of the committee for simemployment relief, announced the plan today.

Philadelphia Horatio Gates Lloyd

Jean Dayle Faces Murder Charge in Salt Lake City

Jean Dayle stands accused of murder and faced a jury on a robbery case involving a hotel room assault. The defendant is charged over a plan that led to the death of SAM Frank, with jurors hearing that Dayle aided in the robbery and claimed she did not intend to harm the six year old jewelry buyer.

Salt Lake City Dan Tate Jean Dayle Alnyre Sam Frank Memphis Tron Bel AW Phi Guthin Miss Waytle Miss Dayle Patie Frank Sir Anetloneer Attampta Guinin Palice Berrans Guthin

Fresh Rioting Through Isle In Cuba Crisis

A Havana message reports great pressure on President Machado to resign as student demonstrations spread across Cuba. Machado suspends constitutional guarantees, effectively martial law for 60 days nationwide, with firing heard as authorities try to quell protests.

Washington Havana Machado Cuba Island Republic Migsaage Congress Polite

Disappearance of Maven family cleared by night time discovery

Six members of the A. E. Maven family were missing from their Schafer area farm last February. Police traced the case to a single grave site and recovered four more bodies amid a broader investigation. Authorities continue to piece together the events leading to the deaths and the farm home remains under investigation.

Watford City A. E. Maven Schafer

Major Cannon in Mess Once More

Three warrants issued for the arrest of Major Richard M. Cannon, 38, son of Bishop James Cannon, elder of the Methodist Episcopal Church South. The shelff holds two prior warrants and new charges include failure to pay debts filed by J A Smith and Crawford of El Monte. Continued on Page 6.

Los Angeles Thee Richard M. Cannon James Cannon Methodist Episcopal Church South Cannan J. A. Smith and Crawford el Monte

New York Cops Deny Wide Graft Amid Police Criticism

The Patrolmen's Benevolent Association defends the force in a New York newspaper ad, arguing most officers perform their dangerous duties honorably while acknowledging a few tempted officers have faced graft allegations. The piece rejects claims of widespread corruption and emphasizes trust in policing overall.

New York Tosniveraw Snorning Ay Dinek Ty Specent Pailiv Police Colin Giess Patrolmen's Benevolent Association The Ronscinas

Butte Auto Victim Dies After Hit and Run

A Butte auto crash fatality occurred when a pedestrian, 65 year old Testa Routle, died from injuries sustained in a hit and run Saturday at Meaderville. Tony Maren remains under arrest as authorities file charges pending inquest results.

Dee Taint Testa Meaderville Tony Maren Butte

Dry Leader Urges Prohibition Referendum to Clear Air

Washington notes outline reasons why dry advocates favor a prohibition referendum. Patrick Callahan of the Association of Catholics Favoring Prohibition speaks as wet and dry leaders depart the capital after agreeing on plans. A dispensary plan is seen by anti prohibition groups, while prohibition forces expand strategy for the 1932 campaign. Woodcock promises an efficient dry agent corps and aims to push prohibition off front pages.

Washington Patrick Hi. Callahan Loutheile Association of Catholics Board of Strategy

Walter Scott Darling Celebrates Seventieth Wedding Anniversary

Springfield Mass December 11 Mr and Mrs Walter Scott Darling marked seventy years of marriage as they enjoy excellent health. He is 36 years her senior and the couple celebrate a long union with family and friends.

Springfield Mass Walter Scott Darling

Life Insurance Great Boon During Present Low Mood

Report from New York highlights insurance as a major boon amid economic unease. Frank W. Noyes of Associated Press presses for broader information, while Glenn Frank urges wage, course, and price reform. Equitable Life’s Frank L. Jones calls insurance near monopoly. James Loomis lauds life insurance as national service, as Noyes praises newspapers’ progress.

New Yawk Frank W Noses Associated Pyrex EPC Glenn Frank University of Wisconam Frank L. Jones Equitable Life AseuTancs Society James Lea Loomin Conventicut Manual Life Insuratine Company Ife Inaurdare Noyes

Mrs Tom Mix Seeks Divorce Over Cruelty in Los Angeles

Los Angeles reports actress Victoria Mizner sues actor Tom Mix for divorce on cruelty grounds. The complaint cites an earlier threat with a loaded gun, a Christmas trip to Baja California, and a later return to Los Angeles leaving her to entertain guests. It notes Mix’s first marriage ended in 1910.

Los Angeles Tom ” ‘Mix Anyry Victoria Miz Mix Ter Washard Kine Senada California Lek Aero Mra Olive Stokes Mix Janes Is. Stokes Vaineman Jordan Stokes Narheine Ten

Chicago murderer granted a reprieve

John Preston a 42 year old Chicago painter awaiting death in the electric chair received a stay of execution until January 1. Hearing on an insanity petition filed by Preston's mother will be held in the circuit court room here on December 18.

Slight tremors felt in Northern California

San Francisco December 11. Slight earthquake shocks were felt today throughout northern California with no damage reported. Perry Byerly of the University of California said the disturbance centered 166 miles northwest of Berkeley. Instruments tracked the event from 12:59 a.m. for about ten minutes, with Chico, Redding and Eureka noting distinct effects.

San Francisco California Perry Byerly University of Galifornia Selamolorint Berkeley Chico Redding Eureka

Detroit Rum Runner Held as Murderer of Buckley

A Detroit rum runner was charged with first degree murder in the Buckley killing. Judge Donald Romiarito, described as an alleged gangster, and accomplice Van Zilo were remanded to custody after an indictment by the Wayne County grand jury. The case ties to a July hotel shooting at Laflalle that left Buckley fatally wounded.

Detroit Buckley Petron Joe Nim Donald Romiarito van Zilo Rommarito Gerald EK Derry Aurkiey Wrayne County Grand Jury Rommartia Rosamarita Monthy Laflalle

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