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Newspaper
Helena Independent
Location
Helena, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1925
Page
6
City News Werther for Montana reports varied fall weather across Saturday and Sunday with a rapid temperature shift in the west. The 24 hour precipitation and temperatures list multiple cities, while Helena and nearby services advertise businesses, relocations, and legal notices including foreclosures and court actions.
Elks alert members to attend the funeral for Walter Fromm in the afternoon at 2:30 at the family home located at 642 Sixth. The notice is signed by Fred Kaller E. R. Aids Blind to Read by Sound. June 17.
Six boys aged 16 and older were arrested by Chief of Police Joe Spurzein and Probation Officer Jake Fisher on charges of breaking into stores and other buildings and vandalism. They were booked as Cooky Clark Lawrence Gooch Edwood Craford John and Clarence Johnson and Douglas Rushford. They were released pending questioning and hearings in juvenile court. The offenses include breaking into Exchange saloon, Stockholm, and other South Main Street locations stealing gum cigarettes and other items and two slot machines. A severe vandalism act occurred at Dr Bethel’s dental office and residence, with green paint walls a skeleton and crossbones on a door a damaged piano keyboard scattered tools and personal papers. Two boys were picked up yesterday and more charges expected as questioned.
A traveling visitor awoke in pajamas to a staged quake in Helena. Hotel staff claimed daily mini quakes wake guests with a cocktail ritual and a breezy breakfast cue. The startled guest bought a ticket out, while locals pondered the practical joke.
Randsdell alias W A Hargell a former U S Army recruiti ng officer now in county jail facing charges of impersonating a federal officer. He faced bad checks and operated a fake recruiting office in Oldings, netting about 400 dollars before fleeing. Federal agents arrested him after a run to Irnala.
The Elks parade greets Grand Exalted Ruler John G. Price of Caum rus Ohio as he arrives in pajamas and slippers for a Portland trip. Mrs Price accompanies in a kimono, while Helena lodge presents a Montana scarfpin and sapphire gift. Delegations prepare for Portland events.
The Associated Press reports July 10 that Edgar Bernard Brossard was appointed to the tariff commission, filling the last vacancy. President Coolidge has named a member favoring a pro alleging belity policy, signaling alignment with a sympathetic group within the administration.
Walter H Fromm longtime Helena Fidelity and Guaranty manager will be laid to rest at 7:30 this afternoon in the family home at 542 Sixth Street The Helena lodge Ellis Rev Janie F McNamee D D conducts the rites with the Eagles quartet singing burial at Forest Vale Pallbearers listed Gaylord Hekles J Ro Wine W B McClatchey Ed Hahn John W Jacobus and H C Schuyler Body to be received today at Great Northern from San Francisco escorted by Mrs Fromm their son and Mr Eckles manager of the Helena branch Mrs Fromm and son guests in Butte last night Fromm died Tuesday evening in San Francisco hospital after major operation
Forest service closes numerous areas across multiple forests due to hot dry conditions. Camping and smoking bans cover routes and trails in Coeur d’Alene Kootenai Clearwater and adjacent districts with permits required for fires where allowed. Officials warn public overconfidence risks large fires as season remains hazardous.
Abatement of the home of John H. Reidnegra at 217 Broadway for one year was ordered by Judge George M. Bourquin in the Los Angeles district court. Reid, arrested weeks ago, pleaded guilty to illegal whiskey manufacture in his home. Bonds of Bert Nelson and I. M. Bronk were forfeited for failure to appear, warrants issued, court adjourned to Monday.
An eastbound freight locomotive faltered near Cascade causing about four hours of delay to the Great Northern southbound passenger train last night. Rumors of a wreck between Here and Great Falls were unfounded.
Serious shortage of water 3 not threatened, declares Mayor Percy Witmer. During peak consumption, water users should curb use, especially for lawns and gardens. Draining at Woolaton reservoir caused pressure drops. pumps restored, progress made, but irrigation restrictions possible. Inspectors enforce penalties under city ordinances.
The second annual Tel ena dairy tour will visit Valley farms next Wednesday under the farm bureau, with a schedule to be announced. Seed potatoes will be inspected for state certificates by CL, listing growers Peter Thilges Thomas Merry Roy Shinnate and the Mate Nursery and Seed Co.
Telegraphic instructions from the Sheridan sheriff led to the arrest of Herbert A. Snyder an orderly at the fort hospital in Sheridan yesterday afternoon Deputy William Rossler aided Sheriff Barnes. The sheriff said the charge was not specified but Snyder hinted it related to an incident this afternoon involving a dealer from whom he had recently bought a car.
A stream of arrivals and departures links Helena figures with Butte Great Falls and Boulder. Names include Vern Clark Miura Gardnes and Morton Te Metre. visits to the Pacif se Tow and Harvey hotel recur. Local residents travel to St Paul and Idaho for conferences while others plan trips to Glacier National Park for the bankers convention.
Chicana July 10. Fines ranging from 1000 to 2000 dollars were imposed on 43 furniture manufacturers who pleaded guilty in a federal court case charging violations of the Sherman Antitrust Act. The group, members of the National Alliance of Furniture Manufacturers, faced the largest fines in a single case, totaling about 420000 to date. The government may expand indictments to individuals if further charges are entered, with potential prison terms.
A cyclone in Camarines province wrecked hundreds of small houses and left over two thousand people homeless. The Red Cross reported efforts to aid the stricken area as relief supplies were dispatched from Manila.
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