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Newspaper
Helena Independent
Location
Helena, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1929
Page
2
In 1928 Evinrude introduced advanced engineering with ball and roller bearing construction for faster, stronger outboard motors. The slogan More Fun Than Flying captures the thrill as Evinrude Speedstwin boats push speed, power, and reliability, breaking records throughout the season.
In Butte early yesterday Frank Perdzich accused Nick Pilla of firing at him with an automatic pistol, citing bullets piercing his clothing. Police arrested Pilla at 340 East Mercury after neighbors reported bombardment noises. he denies the shooting. The fight, allegedly over a woman, led to Pilla's transfer to county authorities on a possible first degree assault charge.
Billings and Laurel main road closed from June 1 for extensive construction. Detour follows a lengthy county road path around the Great Northern overpass with heavy traffic expected. signs will mark the route through a 15 to 17 mile detour stretching to Laurel.
Memorial Day vandalism at the home of James Rochon a G A R veteran and former Montana state commander in Anaconda drew strong indignation. The Hickorys and Third Streets residence had been unoccupied for some time. Four juveniles have been arrested in connection with the depredation and will face juvenile authorities.
Great Falls June 1 New building and improvements to existing structures totaling 144142 were authorized in May by City Building Inspector P Welle through financing of permits. The May valuation misses last year by 316. Over 60 percent of expenditures funded were for new residences with 19 permits totaling 84450 versus six residences and 320000 in May 1928.
In Anaconda, June 1, the Catherine Dundon residence suffered a six room balloon ceiling fire. Fire Chief Henry Quane and crew battled the blaze, but the house was nearly destroyed. The family dog Shep, caretaker of the home, died in the blaze.
Mr. Biesra, longtime superintendent of public instruction and first principal of Flathead County High School, retires to Dayton Lake home. A Wisconsin alumnus, he came to Kablapell in 1888 and helped establish the county high school with Miss May Trumper and Milas McIntyre. He retains ties to his hometown and plans redecorating at his country residence.
In a bridge problem titled Piotkas the play starts with AWS3 and The Play West. With two Major tenaces and a king in the third side suit the declarer opens a trump. South wins and leads another trump. the adversaries’ trumps are exhausted. The plan involves finessing diamonds twice, aiming to establish a long diamond in dummy before clubs are led, then discard a club to run the contract. East, foreseeing West’s trump opening, avoids leading from his minor tenace, shifts to clubs, wins the club trick with the ten of clubs, returns the ace, and then uses the ace of spades to take a fourth trick, leaving the contract down one.
Lewistown June 1 John Velach won the contract to build concrete pool walls after bidding about $100 under the other bid. The park commission plans to spend about $1,800 on improvements including a veranda and larger dressing rooms, funds permitting. An appropriation of $300 was approved for a summer recreation program for children under the athletic director at Fergus County High School, with a female assistant to be named. A guard will oversee pool security all summer and a campaign to teach all city youths to swim will run then.
Despite an electrical storm that cut the town lights Friday evening, Murrau hall hosted a largely attended commencement. Donald Treloar, Kalispell Chamber of Commerce secretary, delivered the address. Superintendent LaBonte presented the class and A. Loebach, board of trustees chairman, awarded diplomas.
Great Falls, June 1 Mrs Earl y Vance has qualified for a limited commercial pilot license, the 14th woman in the United States to attain the rating. She passed written motor and aircraft questions with 87 and 100 percent, plus a flying demonstration. The license allows carrying passengers for pay within ten miles of her field and to fly business trips. She has 70 hours in the air and aims for 700 more to reach transport pilot eligibility.
Memorial day observances were carried out with ideal weather as crowds from nearby towns gathered for a cemetery parade. Addresses were given by Jas H Higgins Professor Gained Judge Ford and Rev Hamilton with a firing squad salute and taps. The funeral of James Chamber from California was held in the Masonic hall at 2:30 p.m. with military burial. Notable visitors included Mrs Oscar Mueller and Mrs Belle Stewart Keith. Several social events and illnesses are noted, including pneumonia illness of C A Linne.
Lewistown reports a massive Danvers hillside slide edging toward the Judith River. Geologist J. Mallinson cites shale rigidity and river erosion as key causes, noting two large blocks shifting toward the river and potential river-channel redirection.
Six visiting professors will join the 1929 summer session at State University Missoula with five returning scholars. C H Clapp directs the session assisted by W H Maddock and Miss Ann Heely. Topics cover education psychology English and music among others. Canada led 1928 tractor exports with over 13 million dollars in purchases.
Great Falle June 1 reports say local residents enjoyed Thanksgiving‑style trout fishing after a holiday visit to streams and rivers. Anglers used flies and some bait casters caught brook trout near Chateau, with catches including nine inch fish in three baskets. rainbow trout from Sheep Creek were noted, and Hound Creek yielded seven dressed rainbow on spinning gear.
Two people injured in a Friday collision on Second Avenue between Eleventh and Twelfth streets. Evelyn Semink Benningsen seven was struck by a car driven by M J Quealy while attempting to rejoin the avenue. she was knocked unconscious and taken to a hospital.
The Toole county American Legion dedicated its World War memorial on Memorial Day at the Shelby highland lawn honoring twelve county men who gave their lives. Attorney R. Ty. Clinton delivered the principal address, and the plaque was committed by commander B. Cheadle of the local post, listing Herbert J. Trovatten Pederson Patrick A. Dwyer Frank J. Rooney John T. Stephen Malvin G Sundby Carl M. Bradlacn Walter R. Stratton Frank Cassel Sherman Tucker Sever Thoen Joseph Gorham and others.
A Milwaukee crew works at Winifred stockyards to double their size with a new shed, feed troughs, scales, and a dug well. The adjoining land will be enclosed by a fence, enabling all stock shipments during peak periods.
Misa Mildred Baskett of Boise called on friends while Mrs Albert Shaffer visited Hels ena. Misa Hilme Nordetrug left for Spokane for the summer. Mr and Mrs Herman Ingman welcomed a new baby at St John’s hospital May 30. Warburton visitors from Deer Lodge. Clyde and Viola Gummow of Helena visited their father. Nyaaki of Helena and Mr and Mrs Brown were Helena visitors. Rev Pippy preached at the M B church Sunday. Mrs Charles Lehman of Helena called on friends. The Korting family went to Helena Thursday. Mrs George Helber broke her arm in a chair fall. Mr and Mrs M Lawlor were Helena callers. Misa Myrtle Woodsad is home from Normal at Oillon. Warburton’s mishap left him with an arm injury from a truck fall. Mr and Mrs Charles Hull were Helena callers. Miss Bianch O Connell is home from Butte after attending a wedding.
Clyde Howard foreman at the federal experimental farm east of Huntley claimed a new state fleece record. A purebred Hampshire ram yielded 41 pounds of wool, shorn by Howard. The previous record was 97 pounds.
The Kirkwood Memorial Grove was officially dedicated at 3 oclock in the afternoon with the unveiling of a bronze tablet on a large rock. The tribute named Dr D B Kirkwood the universitys first professor of forestry who arrived in 1909 and led the botany department until his death in 1923. The grove at John and Van Buren streets will form the nucleus of a school arboretum. A 20 ton boulder is the centerpiece and over 100 trees were planted by forestry students to mark the occasion.
Dillon June 1 Tom Murrill a sheepherder is held on charges of driving while intoxicated. It is alleged he created a collision near the county farm yesterday afternoon with two cars owned by Mise Clara Adame and Al Lohr. The Lohr car had a smashed fender. the other vehicle was not damaged as the cars went in opposite directions. Murrill tried to pour between them, officials said.
Mr and Mrs R F Smith return to Boulder after a stay in Bozeman. Helena callers visit Mrs K B Smith and son Holdie. Miss Cacela Dapule visits her parents. S H Knowles and Archie Taylor are business callers in Helena. Joe Nugent Jr and Mrs Nugent accompany Mrs Nugent from Helena. Ada McCauley and daughter Catherine travel to Townsend to visit relatives. C D Flanerty of Cold Springs attends to business in Boulder. Leslie Knight visits his father L B Knight from Butterpen. Arthur Asperren and the McCauleys attend a Basin surprise party for newlyweds Drew Jackson and enjoy dancing and luncheon.
Superior June meeting aims to boost stocking of the Mineral County stream and St. Regis river. Thomas N Marlowe of the Montana Wish and Gama commission will attend. Idaho anglers seek access to St. Regis grounds and non residents to aid restocking. State and commission plans consider taking over Mann Lumber oil log reservoir to facilitate fish rearing and river drainage for stocking.
Mayor A J Fousek dismissed Paul E Weldy assistant city engineer and water plant superintendent and two other workers at the water filtration and pumping plant in a bid to cut administration costs. Herbert C Hoag will temporarily run operations as reductions continue, with 12 or 13 workers downed from the payroll and no superintendent planned in the future.
The Kenton Ohio rodeo featured two accidents. Alice Gratnough suffered a sprained arm but recovered quickly and appeared in the arena the next day. Ethel LaGrange from Idaho fell, initially feared to have a broken neck, but recovered and will not ride with the show again. Turk Greenough, Pendleton champion, rides elsewhere this summer.
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