03 Jan 1931
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Newspaper
Helena Independent
Location
Helena, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jan 03, 1931
Page
1
Unclear OCR passage references mergers in the East and looming questions about U S actions in the Canal Zone. Names and dates are garbled. overall content hints at political shifts and regional tensions but specifics are unreadable.
The readable portions describe police action related to illicit alcohol and moonshine during the Prohibition era. Mentions include Old Grandad whiskey, bottle tampering, and local agents pursuing bootleggers. Details are fragmented and names are not fully readable.
Senator Thomas T Walsh of Montana and Ambassador Warry Guggenheim visited President Marchad in Havana. Walsh described the talks as courteous and hopeful, signaling a warm diplomatic exchange between the United States and Cuba.
An inquiry in Washington by a committee of Farmers Union officials will review the administration of the federal marketing act, focusing on the dispute between Legge, chairman of the Farm Board, and John F. Simpson of Oklahoma from the National Farmers Union. Results will be issued in pamphlet form nationwide.
Police focus on unclear evidence in murder case of Willa Parl Richeson a 19 year old from Wah Richeson died amid unusual circumstances as investigators question a list of suspects including an ex husband who is not charged. The local firm owner Shelby and others attended the victim's funeral after her body was found Wednesday. Continued on Page 7.
A note claiming to be from passengers aboard the torpedoed Lusitania has surfaced off Schleswig, warning the ship would sink within 10 minutes. The document and home address were sent to Cunard and its owners for investigation.
Charles Abernathy, 28, described as the father of seven, allegedly kidnapped 1% year old Adolphus Busch Ontive on New Year’s Eve and returned the child to his parents. Authorities in Stone County plan to pursue state prosecution as the man remains at large.
Yakima Wash sheriffs deputies conducted a site wide search today. Charles Baker suspects in the murder of Trank Smiles formerly of Pendleton Oregon and Walla Walla Washington. Smiles’ battered body was found days ago in a canyon near Mabton. Authorities believe the death may stem from a quarrel over proceeds of a horselegging business.
Los Angeles resident Cil bert Henry Reesemusr, aged 45, pleaded guilty to wrecking the Guarants Building and Trust Association of Los Angeles with thefts totaling 9,000 dollars. He was ordered to San Quentin penitentiary for a sentence of six to ten years.
Washington January 2 The activity of Robert W Luras executive director of the Republican National Committee in the controversy with Senator Norris Nebraska was described today by Representative La Guardia New York as all wrong He said this is no time for the Republican Party to antagonize any faction If he progresses to walk out of the Republican Party the heart and brains walk out with them.
Detroit January 2. William F Tomphinge made provision not for his widow but for her husband should she remarry. The will dies the precutor case of Mrs Hazel Lathe. Tompkins marriage to make money available to establish him, though he has no profession. The simon of his estate was not disclosed.
Los Angeles men linked to a gun battle with Long Beach officers face three counts of assault with a deadly weapon. Ralph Sheldon and associates were en route to cash forged checks when halted by police. The case stems from a gang-related kidnapping and a dramatic gunfire incident that wounded Officer Wiggmer. A plea decision was postponed to Monday.
Vancouver Province reports a plan to rehabilitate China’s trade and unite warlords for a staged peace, with Britain and the United States backing a thousand million dollars for railways and roads to foster orderly civilization. meanwhile Marshal Foch’s condition deteriorates as he lingers after amputation and infection.
A dog and its owner were struck and killed by a freight train on a main road tracks when the man attempted to rescue the dog. Witnesses say the dog ran onto the tracks and the man followed. Both were fatally injured in the impact.
Cedar Rapids Iowa January 2 The Order of Railway Conductors of America disapproves of linking the four railroad brotherhoods with the American Federation of Labor Cortes president of the group announced today.
A light earthquake was recorded in central Chile on January 2, felt across the region with no reported casualties or material damage. No port closures or injuries were mentioned. officials advised normal precautions as tremor subsided.
The Helena Independent advertises a three paneled world map from the Independent Information Bureau. It is described as printed in five colors on fine paper, folds into a compact packet, and offered for ten cents or equivalent coin or stamps. It promotes self help and reference value for readers seeking geographic knowledge. The offer cites Haskin Tyrretos as a contact with a mailing address in Washington.
A wave of factory reopenings centers on automobile plants and suppliers. Officials say production will restart in multiple states, with inventories and staffing returning to normal as firms navigate supply chain constraints and winter demand.
Great Falls man Charles Ro Wolkage about 32 of 20 Trents third street north was injured when his car plunged over a 20 foot bank north of Chaney on the Butte highway. He was in St Peters hospital last night with a fractured skull and other injuries. Webber, sales manager of the Hudson Essen agency, drove the Essex sedan. Harris of Great Falls was uninjured. The accident occurred yesterday afternoon about 4 oclock. Cause unknown. He was brought to Welena by ambulance from Opp & Conrad. Continued on Page 2.
Washington reports debate on recognizing new Central American regimes as Guatemala moves toward a constitutional government. The State Department outlined its cautious policy, noting a 1923 treaty guiding recognition and implying nonrecognition of regimes not aligned with U S policy.
Russell Cunningham of Pacific Air Transport, missing for two days, arrived in Oakridge Oregon on foot. He had been forced to land near the Middle Fork of the Willamette about 0 miles from town last Thursday morning after his plane suffered trouble during a flight from Medford to Seattle. He walked into town early that morning with minor injuries.
Oklahoma report states a convict sought in the murder of Griffith sisters is identified from a photo as a man named Quinn. A married woman identified the same man as her attacker on the highway near Shawnee. Sheriff Teel Cooner’s office confirms the identification amid ongoing investigation into the Blackwell teachers’ deaths.
Albert Einstein visited the California Institute of Technology and answered questions from newspapermen. He explained his relativity hypothesis and showed the class the blackboard work before returning to the exam room. Additional notes from Mount Wilson observatory researchers discuss attempts to unify light, electricity and magnetism as forms of the same phenomenon, with continued coverage promised.
Vancouver police report a chaotic incident at a Central mission where two men fought in a dormitory bunk area. One man named Tvehsen reportedly died after sitting on a bunk and sliding to the rear as a third person woke others, with officers deeming the scene a disturbance rather than a formal assault. Witnesses described a four minute struggle before the death occurred and medical aid was summoned.
In Los Angeles on January 2, Mrs Anna R Young described as Kathrin Crawford flmacrese’s mother was arrested for allegedly violating the state patron act by using forged prescriptions to obtain narcotics. Mrs Young listed her occupation as a nurse.
A Danville area blast damaged a vacant 3-story mill residence in Schoolfield. The explosion tore away part of the house, ripped the front door from its hinges, and shattered several window panes. No injuries reported as investigators begin work at the scene.
A violent incident near a California homestead involved a lone woman rancher who says she faced years of pressure from cattlemen demanding she leave her land. Reported threats, theft, and property damage followed by men attacking her, tramping crops, and driving cattle through her water. Authorities investigated the case as tensions between ranchers and a woman landholder escalated.
In California, a vicar and Mrs QO A Gauthier with their three year old daughter Lucile died when their car plunged from a bridge into three feet of water. Therese, a Black World War I nurse, broke the car glass and rescued three others. Sgt. Robarra of the preud infantry died at home after carrying one flag to a guard ceremony.
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