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Newspaper

Helena Independent

Location

Helena, Montana, United States of America

Date

Jul 03, 1925

Page

7

Sheriff Sees A Stolen Car From Speeding Train

In Carbon county on a circus night, Shirley Provinse finds his roadster missing from West Seventh street. A deputy, Albert, spots the car near Silesia as a train arrives, and the vehicle is recovered with only a flat tire. Under-sheriff Headington notified of the discovery.

Rea Lodge Volstead Carbon County Ross Hoodsman Sheri John Tbert Shirley Provinse West Seventh Street Provinse Albert Silesia George Headington Billings Discovery Mr. Provinse Tvee

Death toll in Rosebud County over five years tallies 287

Records show 287 deaths from January 1, 1920 to December 30, 1924 in Rosebud County Forsyth. The yearly totals were 3 in 1920, 69 in 1921, 54 in 1922, 43 in 1923 and 61 in 1924, with rural residents suffering higher mortality from influenza and pneumonia than town residents.

Forsyth Rosebud Sm Town

Daughter of Former Governor to Teach at State University

Virginia Disen, daughter of a former governor, has been appointed professor of economics at Perry State University. The appointment follows the resignation of COW Taye, who served four years. Disen previously taught at Lewis College and has ties to Pla county.

State University Vorginia Disen Sirs Joost Perry Eno Pla Meszcula

Watsons Welcome New Daughter After Quiet Birth

Mr and Mrs Watson announce the arrival of their daughter in a quiet family event. The newborn adds joy to the household as relatives extend congratulations and best wishes.

Mr. and Mrs. Watson

Deer Lodge News Notes Andro and Community Events

Fragmented local items mention a rodeo celebration at a cabin home, social visits by Madge Smyth and Mr and Mrs Anas D90, and plans for relatives visiting on a Tuesday in June. Names such as Joe Mayes, Thomas Neetons, Vincent Taos, and Mrs Law appear amid scattered notices and greetings.

Joe Mayes Himoluli Thomas Neetons Walt Presioner Laware Ander Robert Herre Mise Madge Smyth Sptpese Hivare Dhe Clare Garity Cloe Friends

Chickens Roost Outside Coop as Temblors Come

Temblor shocks rattle tinware and dishes and drive residents from homes on July 2 at Walsaw. Between 6:30 and 7 p.m. the quake spooked chickens at the Watson home ranch, which fled to open doors and exterior coops. No serious damage reported yet.

Watson

Meagher County News highlights and local notes

A Meagher County News summary from Martinsdale on July 2 notes a preliminary survey for extending the Y-G Bee Line between Wilsons and Clyde Park to connect with county roads. Bozeman Roundup plans $10,000 in awards for August. Local clubs, births, birthdays, trips, and community events fill pages, with a focus on preparations, gatherings, and regional developments.

Martinsdale Wilsall Clyde Park Meagher Bozeman Roundup Association White Sulphur Mesica Coeur d'Alene City Ecouncil Wintes Sulphur Palmquist Electric Company Helena Lennep Tufle Club Springs Club California Ada Heath Jerry Breen E. J. Settle Anaconda North Fork Dogie Ranch Hovehe Canyon F. &. Campbell Blackfoot Indian Reservation Ceil LeClaire Waher LeClaire Four Mile Mir George van Fleet Bozeman Joseph Kearnes Salt Lake Keartnes Hallowell Jones Unt Donald Sheep Creek Sampson Cowrinev Howpoy Wart Og Ibie & Beadinte Brea Jefe Coun V. Breve Smith Newlan Crory Soph Mire Raut Maoré Alee Mane

Jail break and recapture in Laurel chase

John Koslerng a transient worker broke out of Laurel city jail and led a chase around the town after refusing to heed Special Agent Shannon. He was recaptured at the yards but escaped again, then finally detained by deputies at Laurel.

Billings Ovy John Koslerng Laurel City Northern Pacific Special Kasiering RS Shannon Shannon Laurel Yards Kislering Svargt Art Galvean W.C Ward Laurel W. W. Card 1. W. Wi

Storers of Wool Expect 50 Cents a Pound in East Great Falls

In Great Falls on July 2 more than 330 000 pounds of wool were landed at four Cascade county ranches for consignment to the National Wool Exchange in Boston. Shippers led by Cascade owner Charles Tintinger expect 50 cents a pound net later in the season, about 55 cents locally, with bids reaching up to 31 cents on much of the wool as buyers stood on the ground.

Great Falls Cascade County National Wool Exchange Boston Charles Tintinger Cascade Tintinger Henry Seiden Beckett Sweet Walter Seiden Tayner

Well Known Special Agent Keown Placed on Leave

Northern Pacific chief special agent James Keown is returning to Missoula for medical treatment after a health setback. W. Ramsey, Spokane special agent, is assigned to cover duties in the central district while Keown recovers, following a prior hospital stay and convalescence.

Keown

Woman 100 Rides 40 Miles for Circus

A centenarian woman Mrs Tella Harmdoof attended a circus in Fegergh on July 2. At 100 she rode 40 miles to the show with her husband Mrs Ralph Harala, reflecting a long widowhood and enduring curiosity about entertainment. The event drew mixed reactions from locals and children alike.

Fegergh Tella Harmdoof Ralph Harala

Big Springs Celebration Plans Include Community Event

A community festival is planned for July 2 at Springs featuring a Fourth of July program at White Surps. The event includes a concert, a sunrise ceremony, and multiple activities such as jewelry making crates and a fishing corte. Local high school students are expected to participate in organizing and performing.

Winte Siphur Soniaes White

Wild Horse Roundup Sale At Gene Murphy Homestead

July 2 reports a horse sale at the Gene Murphy homestead after a roundup. 187 horses sold with Ragen Brothers and KK J. Quigley as top buyers, prices from 50 cents to 21 dollars, a large broken work horse span at 73 dollars. Lunch offered. roundup association praises efforts.

Quigley Roundup Association

Fire Marshal Says Damage to Manhattan Schools at $130,000

Fire Marshal W. G. Brooks of Helena and contractor R. Rasmussen of Bozeman inspected Manhattan school buildings after the quakes. They estimate total losses at $130,000 with further inspections promised that day at Bridger, Logan, Three Forks, and Willow Creek.

Manhattan Bozeman W. G. Brooks Helena R. Rasmussen Wall Bel- Rrado Logan Three Forks Willow Creek

Fire Destroys Big Stock of Paint and Glass in Town

July blaze at White Sulphur Springs destroys a $5,000 stock of paint and glass owned by Mrs Richard Manger City. Fire crew fought the flames with adequate equipment, saving White Sulphur Sponge and the storage rooms belonging to T. D Meissell. The building stood adjacent to the property.

T. D Meissell Richard Manger Cily Eblach Am Hilding

Sidney Sugar Plant Nears 63 Percent Completion

Construction on the new Helly sugar mill at Sidney is about 63 percent complete. A 208 foot smoke stack has been completed and the sliding concrete fort is being lowered. Steel super structure work proceeds with tanks and machinery placed and brick walls being added. Office and warehouse buildings near occupancy as roofs are replaced and the Northern Pacific lays ten wire side tracks with a crew of about 100 men.

Sidney Jule 2 Heng Yellowclone Jet

July 2 Watson News notes from Helena and area

Reports from Helena and nearby locales detail travel and social visits including George Lyman and Atley Woods en route Teme after a week at Manuel ranch and Hound Creek Garter ranch. Manuel family visitors at Rock Creek and Bart Renton. Charles Root and Stellar guests from Great Falls. James Munden of Townsend with Ranger Chas Thompson. Mrs Frank Bingham's Springs trip. Bert Lanning and others camping at Cement Birch. Carton Lingshire injured in saddle horse mishap with rib and collarbone injuries.

Watson George Lyman Atley Woods Helena Manuel Frank Bingham Bingham Tone Bert Lanning Joe Louis Iucha Wirston George Brandt John T Carton Lingshire Mer Cse Nat Kar

Gloria Gordon’s tangled marriage ends in flight and doubt

Gloria Gordon, a beauty who marries lawyer Dick Gregory, spirals into debt, infidelity, and loyalties tested. After attempted work and a fling with actor Stairley Wayburn, she returns to Wick, while Dick suspects his secretary Susan Briggs. Gloria’s affair fears push a family intervention as she seeks a fresh start through odd jobs, high hopes, and relentless yearning.

Gloria Gordon Mapper Dick Gregory Gloria Hen Stailey Wayburn New York Wick Susan Briggs Miss Briggs Ulysses X Forgan Forgan Dorcas Orek Lunteen Thick

Gloria confronts family over work and marriage disputes

Gloria endures Aunt Dorcas and relatives who push for alimony or divorce. Gloria defends returning to work and resists taking money from Dick Gregory. She escapes to Broadwater Park where she confronts Dick, who questions her employment and finances before the scene ends with a tense exchange and a cliffhanger.

Gloria Tia Gregory Aunt Dorcas Dick Gregory Glera Lyle Dorcas Young Gregory Ali Ag Fanny Glorita Broadwater Park

Jardine Pleased By State Visit To Montana Big Hole

William M. Jardine secretary of agriculture speaks warmly of Montana during a three day reunion with old friends in the Big Hole. He predicts better crops and rising prices benefiting cattlemen as surpluses dwindle and consumption grows. Jardine says he enjoys Montana and plans future visits despite duties in Washington.

Butte Big Hole Northwest Wisdom Dillon Forsyth Idaho William M. Jardine Burlington Billings State Montana Washington

German Princess Wanda zu Schoenarch-Carolath Dies

Princess Wanda zu Schoenarch-Carolath dies at 77 in Amititz Prussia. Former mother-in law of Princess Hermine wife of the former German chancellor, per Associated Press dispatch dated June 13.

Amititz Prussia Associated Press Wanda Zu Schoenarch-Carolath Hermine Kawern Euply Eas

Gems Spread Fame of Treasure State

Missoula July 2 A visitor from Lynbrook New York says Montana ranks high with New York jewelers Antwerp lapidaries and European aristocracy for sapphires and gems. He notes Montana agates and sapphires fetch high prices abroad and predicts a growing Montana gem market. He jokes about finding stones along the Yellowstone and praises the Treasure State nickname backed by gems.

Missoula Montana New York Antwerp Charles Hubbschnitt Lynbrook Hubbschmitt Granite County Phiipsburg

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