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Newspaper
Helena Independent
Location
Helena, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1925
Page
6
Partly overcast conditions linger in Montana with Friday and Saturday expected to bring milder temperatures. The outlook suggests cooler nights and daytime highs in the mid fifties to low sixties with light winds and chances of isolated showers later in the weekend.
A playful, partially legible notice reports that Silver Bow County bar members are summoned to appear for a writ of mandate before a fictitious Court of Public Opinion in Butte. The document mocks formal bar procedures and invites lawyers to weigh happiness and social programs at the 1925 Montana State Bar meeting.
Miss Elizabeth Murphy of Butte has accepted a position in the office of the state purchasing agent. She is J. F. Murphy’s sister and will check claims and bills against the state of Montana. Garnet Bryant leaves purchasing on the 6th to sell paper for Ward Thompson Paper Co. J. P. O'Donnell becomes chief clerk and next in authority to Mr. Murphy.
Christian Endeavor delegates from eastern localities en route to Seattle’s national convention visited Helena for a few hours yesterday. Led by Rev. E. P. Gates of Houston the group of 188 was greeted at the Northern Pacific station and hosted at the Broadwater hotel with breakfast overseen by Eddy Gallivan. The all-state menu and hot cakes were praised by the visitors.
A letter from L. J. Walder Stegen of Shanghai, received by his son Theodore in Helena, notes China’s unrest may last long. It cites patrols in streets to keep order, curbs on women and children outdoors, and reports Chinese showing courage amid anti foreign sentiment centered on Japan, with the French wielding influence.
Montana state lands will not be leased for oil and gas exploration in half section blocks. The State Land Board barred leases except for isolated tracts under 160 acres, and will deny new leases to those who let old leases lapse to dodge penalties. A timber sale near Elk Creek and Sunset Hill units, via Anaconda Copper, was approved with appraised value at four dollars per thousand feet.
County reports show 2910 subscribed to the Legion Endowment Welfare Fund, about 500 above the minimum quota. Additional reports arrived up to yesterday, with several still pending.
Four major railways Soo Line Oregon Short Line Burlington and Great Northern ask the state board of equalization for reconsideration of their property valuations for tax purposes. Informal hearings have occurred but the board withholds final figures pending uniform adoption. the move follows accusations of unfair valuations. Separately Montana Attorney Victor Griggs is facing a possible disbarment after a grand spread of affidavits accusing him of coaching witnesses in cases including a liquor case and a murder, with witnesses denying the allegations and blaming Griggs for organizing the testimony.
The secretary of agriculture issues a regulation prohibiting fireworks and any ignited substance in national forests to prevent fires after Fourth of July celebrations. Violations carry fines under federal law.
Roo McLaughlin of Missoula travels to Helena by hy and Mire JA Rowand plans a trip. Mrs Lenora Larson Virgelle visits Melena with friends. Skahan of Missoni registers at the Ptacer ute. Walship and Nek Kahalin return from a trip to pare ruins. Haris of Rene jon stay at the Darer hotel. Janet of Ril jlings on semi businyes. Mr and Mrs thie evening depart for a trip to penis. Harry G Blain and party visiting Helena from Winston. Molomby and Chas baddson arrive in Helena from neat Falls. Mrs Huby Altimus leaves for Ainge for a Fourth of July visit. Mer Treacy returns from Hartford. Victoria Beater leaves for Missoula for the summer show. Portmaster Wirlyt Hoan and family depart for Butte for the Fourth. Bratrice Fleehl and Catherine Wachtel visit friends in New York City. Sam Ford operated on for appendicitis. he is at St Peter's hospital. Lewis Pennell and Wour Ferguson of the state fair will go to Butte to promote attendance and the fair in September.
We express gratitude to friends in Hulié and Helena for kindness after the death of our husband, son, and brother John Brady. Special thanks to floral arrangers Mrs Brady and family, Mrs John Brady, Charlie Brady, Andrew Brady, Mark Brady, Rosanna Brady.
A vaudeville bill at the Marlow drew a large crowd with four feature pictures and a mixed program. Headliner Harry Garland delivered clean stories and impersonations of Al Jolson and Eddie Cantor, plus a comic dog bear routine with Blackie. The trio of altos opened with a witty ramble, Helen Staples sang a varied repertoire, and Halo and Peggy Valentine offered a rural comedy act. The program pleased audiences throughout.
The Glorious Fourth is a general holiday tomorrow across the country. Provisions must be bought today for all orders until Monday serving.
The Helena public library will be closed on July Fourth. The reading room will be open on Sundays until 7:00 p.m. starting July 8, per local agreement.
Todd Harker and George W. Padbury Jr purchase from the Charles Petre estate an improved duplex and a bungalow at the corner of Haley and Monroe. The fully tenanted properties include a former family home at Mt. Pory, finished with hardwood interiors.
A jury upheld a verdict in the suit by Oye Day against Snow Carbonate Mining Co. The court found Wye liable for damages of 40 dollars for tasks performed on Fayvies and 125 dollars for attorney fees and other costs, with the verdict directing payment to the plaintiff. The defendant moved to reject the verdict, challenging the findings and alleging inadequate performance, but the court stood by the award.
City engineers deny rumors of nameless paving and confirm sidewalks will be repaired with no street narrowing. The paving cost will not exceed 10 per square foot, and no property will be assessed for delinquent district payments. Federal property post office remains funded by the city, Hawthorne school by the district.
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