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Newspaper

Helena Independent

Location

Helena, Montana, United States of America

Date

Jun 02, 1940

Page

10

Pacific Northwest Construction Outlook Shows Steady Growth

Engineering reports in the Pacific Northwest indicate steady construction momentum through the near term. May totals show 78 contracts worth 5.644 million dollars, with Montana, Oregon, and Washington states forecasting larger highway and federal projects under U S engineers supervision by midsummer.

Sentiio Wauh Pi— Vingineering Cousteroton Pacific Northwest Vaclig Tefoy Megacine California Steeavie Corttracta Washington Idaho Pacific Northwest Construction Montent Oregon Montana U. & Engineers

DLO HORSE WAITS IN VAIN FOR ITS RIVER

June 1. An old gray horse mopes beside a motionless wagon as Tom Agnew prepares for his nightly rounds. Mrs. Agnew returns from milking to find her husband on the floor, apparently struck by a chronic illness. Agnew homesteaded near Lews low in 1918 after participating in the Alaska gold rush and came here in 1931.

Hamilton Tom Agnew

Settlement Set for Dan Yancey in Yellowstone Lands Case

A government claim settles 9100 to Dan Yancey of Livingston Montana over forfeiture of a Yellowstone National Park lease. The case traces to a trust linked to Mam moth Springs and a hotel project halted by a 1907 forfeiture for failing to reconstruct buildings damaged by a prior fire. The House packed bill IR 2083 and sent it to the Senate for action.

Washington Dan Yancey Livingston, Mont Yellowstone National Park House Senate O'Connor Mont Yancay Joseph F. Yeucy Mammoth Springs den Yancay Yancey Alta

Great Northern authorized to issue bonds for collateral trust

Washington June 1 The Interstate Commerce Commission authorized the Great Northern Railway to issue 20000000 of 4 percent collateral trust bonds to retire 28132000 of St Paul Minneapolis and Manitoba Railway bonds. Proceeds to refinance the Pacific Extension bonds. The new bonds will be added to the reconstruction mortgage plan. Remaining funds to routing are provided by the Great Northern.

Washington Interstate Commerce Comunlassott Great Northern Railway Jnans Honda St. Paol Minneapolle Manitoba Bathway Company Pacific Extonsion Bonda Mawnee Corporation Ab Paul, Minneapolis & Manitobe Great, Northern

Epilepsy-Epileptics Wallet Find Leads Datratt Contact

A local notice from Datratt Michigan reports a woman named Mia Geo Dempster of Apt B-37 at 6100 W Eatayctis Blvd offers guidance on recovering a lost wallet. The message directs interested parties to contact her for assistance and states readiness to respond.

Huedard Mia Geo. Dempster Apt Eatayctis Blvd Datratt, Mich

Moe Annenberg and Family in Black Hills Ahead of Tax Case

A long damning look at Moe Annenberg, Philadelphia publisher, and his Black Hills ranching exploits. The piece recounts his 1932 Sand Creek fishing scene, private access restrictions, and the strain on local tourism as he transformed Ranch A into a high security retreat. It notes his Chicago income tax evasion plea and his family’s mixed reception of the property.

Balls Foueche Slack Hills Moe Annenberg Chisago Philadelphia and Racing News Newa Aid Black Hills Renlah Wyo Annenberg Bella Fourche Spearfleh Sand Creek Wis Ranch Gaia Tribetmen Annenvorg Hin Place Ranch A Waller

Barbers of State 10 Gather in Livingston

The Montana Barbers Association of Journeymen convenes in Livingston for a two day meeting with a state barber board session. Officers to be elected include president Charles Hollman of Butte and vice president Harry Burnham Missoula, with secretary J. B. Costello Butte.

Livingston Montana Blain Association of Journeymen Barbers Montana State BR. Costello Butte Atnte Horder Bosed Charles J. Holly A. F. Hamilton Missowle Emil Kbe Mog Torry

Youthful Driver Tries Quick Start Endangers Neighborhood

A six year old, posing as a street racer, yanked the wheel of a parked car in Los Angeles on June 1. The vehicle surged forward striking a curb, crossing lawns, and smashing windows at Mrs. Margaret Punaton’s home, before Johnny Rayborn escaped unharmed.

Los Angeles Makes Ativan Johnny Rayborn Ife Tim Margaret Punaton Jonny

De Molay Conclave Heads to Sheridan Wyoming

More than 200 NeMolay members from across the state are expected to register for the 16th annual state De Molay conclave to be held June 2 to 4. The article mentions a lavish ranch setup with animals and staff, including a doctor, a nurse, gardeners, a groom, and a cook, awaiting attendees at Ranch A.

DE Molay Aketing Sheridan Wyo NeMolay de Molay Walter

Flame Thrower Not New 25 Years Ago

An analysis traces flamethrowers from early WWI use to modern battlefield potential. It notes German and Allied developments, including 1918 tests in Flanders, range limits, fuel choices, and newer models designed for mounted, multi-directional use. The piece discusses strategic impact on sieges, Maginot-era defenses, and potential to threaten France Britain.

Rnitins Sreman Guermec Flanders Norstad Ward Tenchira Hallana Ludy Dragove Ehen Kral Tiia

Midshipmen's Voyage to Brazil Cancelled

Navy operation halted as plans for a Brazil cruise are canceled. The training voyage, set to depart in June, would have sent the ship toward the Brazilian capital. Officials indicate the decision preserves home port operations and resources for future exercises.

Brazil Warhington Sune L Boercuus Kollaop Ute Brazilinn

Brother of Cordell Hall Taken by Death

San Antonio Texas June 1 A brother of Cordell Aull secretary of state 70 died today after years of illness. He had suffered heart attack yesterday and was a field representative for the Federal Housing authority.

Cordell Hall San Antonio Hall Cordell Aull Bart Atiack Yentarday Elia Federal Housing Authority

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