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Newspaper

Helena Independent

Location

Helena, Montana, United States of America

Date

Jun 03, 1930

Page

7

Quaken Drivers Bien 90 Days and $100 Fine

Bilings June 2 H Peterson received 30 days in county jail and a $100 fine after pleading guilty to operating an automobile while intoxicated. Justice William Gallagher also banned Peterson from driving for 20 years after sentence. He drove a borrowed car into a vehicle stopped for a freight train near Mossmann crossing on the Northern Pacific line. Mrs. Robert Stevens and husband were passengers. she suffered severe injuries but is recovering. All claims had been paid and others asked for a lighter penalty, which was considered in the case.

Bilings Peterson Wilam Gallagher Peica Mossmann Crossing Northern Pacific Robert Stevens Petersan Janow Aristor

Yellowstone flood danger eased by river channel changes

June 2 report notes little damage to bridges from high water on the Yellowstone River. County officials credit channel changes above Duck Creek and South bridges for reduced risk, as river volume remains below normal and high water unlikely this year. Continuous cool spells and recent dry conditions limit rising levels. a week of warmth could raise water, but no major flood expected.

Yallowstone Comlmalas Duck Creek

Three Injured in Old Car Mishaps at Great Falls

Great Falls on June 2 reports three persons injured and extensive vehicle damage in the week ending noon Saturday. A L Anderson, lieutenant, notes 33 accidents, with intoxicated driving contributing to one. For the week, most causes were due to driver errors, including improper right of way and following too closely.

Great Falls Sattley A. L. Anderson Liutenant Diarngard Tirden Caures

Dakota Red to Ride at Miles City Roundup

Dakota Red, famed roundup clown known as the big book rover, signed for the Miles City roundup July 3 4 and 6. Secretary Bokling announced, with Jack Oaldherd of Mona Mont signing to appear with trained horses Goldherd and a strong cattle lineup. Thirty Longhorn steers bound for Miles City from Moxdeo. Ed McCall says the cattle are the best money can buy. The roundup office has been flooded with cowboy inquiries.

Mileo Ciiz Jung Dakota Red United States Roveris Mileo City Bokling Jack Oaldherd Mona Mont Haw Aga Ropar Tip Goldherd Han Milles City Moxdeo Ed McCall Thin Clty Republic

Montana Air Cadets Visit Salt Lake City Flying Colonels Tour

Five of Butte's active youth with the American Air Cadets toured Salt Lake City on National Parks Airways. They broadcast from KSL radio, visited the Orpheum theater, capitol, Fort Douglas, Emigrant Canyon and the city parks, learning about local history. The all-expenses-paid trip was awarded to top cadets for service.

Heve Salt Lake City Butte American Air Cadets Butts National Parks Airways KSL Orpheum Theater Capitol Building Fort Doug Jag Emigrant Canyon Sud Colonala National Parka Airways Salt Lake Ctty Butta American Air Cadeta

Chase Coyotes on Missoula Streets

Missoula deputies chase a coyote through city streets, firing shots during the pursuit. The animal escapes into open country after a long chase, leaving locals amused by the tale of a wild visitor seeking hospital hospitality.

Chase Coyotes Missoula Sherift Pan Wilcox Chnac Mispoula Wiley Coyote

Rancher Dies After Being Struck by Auto Near Naynesford

John Wotowicz, 65, a rancher near Naynesford, was struck four miles northwest of Raynesford on Saturday. He died Sunday afternoon at Columbus Hospital from a compound leg fracture and internal injuries. Driver Frank Slingaby of Midwest was released. sheriff says no charges. Witnesses helped move him to Belt and then Columbus for care.

Greet Falla John Worowicz Naynesford Raynesford Columbus Hospital Frank A. Stingsby Midwest Wye Wojtowics Slingaby Toi Belt Columbus Hoaptfal

Frost damage lighter than expected in Bitter Root area

Missoula on June 2 reports frost harm to Bitterroot orchard crops less severe than forecast. McIllipsy Morello orchards manager R G Ostergren notes minimal mill damage on the McIntosh Morello holdings though some valley sections saw heavier losses. Willpoms on apple to cherry trees boost prospects, while some strawberry losses in the valley are noted. late Everbearing crops unlikely to be affected by early frosts.

Missoula Bitter Moat R. G. Ostergren Derby McIntosh-Morello George L. Knight Norticulsturist

Road Oil Paving on Shelby Street Near Completed

In Shelby on June 2 grading and oiling Main Street began a week ago under Mayor J. W. Williamson appointee A Hola. About 400 barrels of road oil from Wyoming crude were spread from the Eckel Motor Co. to the Rainbow hotel with a 70 percent asphalt base. An additional 206 barrels are to be applied toward the state highway and Great Northern tracks as soon as available.

Shelby Main Street A Hola J. W. Williamson Wyoming Eckel Motor Company Rainbow Hotel Guayhurst

Drilling for Gas on Ranch at Winifred

Central Montana Utilities has moved a drilling rig to the D. Meora ranch in the Gerhard section to begin a gas well. The crew, known for fast work, expects to reach 1,200 to 2,000 feet though gas has surfaced shallower in this area. Local optimism rises with gas found in nearby wells.

Winsfrad Central Montana Utilities Company Meora Ranch Gerhard Kangan- Montana Fenholt Company

Great Northern to Open Coal Mine at Cottonwood Plant

June 2. Great Northern railway to secure coal for locomotives on this division from Cottonwood Coal Company property. A new seven mile branch off two miles south of Stockett rises McGillom canyon to serve the mine. The mine already opened and operations will start soon. The supply is expected to cover several years of needs with good grade bituminous coal.

Great Northern Cottonwood Great Northern Railway Cottonwood Coal Company Hrad Wear Han Milne Ine Stockett McGillom Canyon Wear Callinwood Coal Company Bee Aiso

Sandvig to Leave Custer Forest for Headwaters Post

Miles City June 2. E D Sandvig assistant supervisor of Custer National Forest will become assistant supervisor of Helena National Forest at Dill Inn July 1. His successor here has not been named. Sandvig came here from Missoula.

Miles City E. D. Sandvig Custer National Forest Hoaverhead National Forset Dill" Inn Sandrig Missoula

Will Drill Three More Wells Soon in Cut Bank Area

Cut Bank June 2 A negotiated agreement following talks among Drumbelier interests and Canadian and Havre groups plans drilling three to four more wells north and northwest of Out Dank soon. Key participants include R H Hrecken of Calgary and J Hatch of Turner Valley. The drilling will target Drumbelier property north of the city near the Fandpoint Boerger area. Additional wells are planned west of the Yunck Drumbeller recovery site and southwest of the current field.

Drumbeler Canada Havre Northwast Out Dank R. H. Hrecken Cantabat Calgary Hatch Turner Vley Field Jarome Drumbelier Moat Wadnesdey Drumbelier Baldingn

Gas Line Ready by July 1 Near Glendive Williston

Glendive June 2 Hope Engineering and Construction says the Glendive Williston lateral gas pipeline will be completed by July 2 making natural gas available at Sidney Fairview Williston and intermediate towns. Two large tank camps have been established on the Glendive Bis marck line and eight miles of that line are laid. The contract requires completion by Oct. 1 and upon finish towns Bramarck Mandan Dickinson Bosch N D and Wichaux and intermediate areas will receive gas.

Glendive Hope Engineering and Construction Company Lea Bramarck Mandan, Dickinson and Bosch N. D Wichaux

Judge Sets Vandal Teens to Earn Fines

Lewistown June 2 Judge J C Stanioon sentences four boys charged with wrecking a wagon at the Cheadie hall. The youths admit guilt but claim prior damage. Court orders each to work during vacation to earn the money to pay their fines.

Lewistown J. C. Stanioon Cheadie Cheadie Hall

Earthquake Strikes Near Tokyo With Mild Damage

Tokyo reports the strongest quake of the year measuring around 12 millimeters magnitude. The 25 minute tremor halted clocks, rattled residents, and prompted evacuations within about a 60 mile radius of Tokyo. Seafloor disturbance centered in the Pacific east of Tokyo briefly continued for seven minutes.

Tokyo Thynvako Tokyo Central Mateorological Observatory

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