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Newspaper

Helena Independent

Location

Helena, Montana, United States of America

Date

Jun 04, 1920

Page

3

Wobbly's Wife Appeals for Support During Strike Sequel

A letter from Mrs. ALS. Caubree, wife of a Wobbly agitator jailed after a major strike ended in clashes on Amaconda road, urges her husband to fund her life while he is in Idaho. The note, intercepted by Wallace County authorities, urges continued sacrifice for the miners’ cause and hints at plans to raise funds in Silver Bow county.

Hutte Als. Caubree Amaconda Road Irs Galt Idaho Syansaliany Silver Bow County Ineo Wallace Dake Limtree Nolan Elf Gute Tshand Atte Mme Montana Post Bulletin

Still After Hunt Through Long Tunnel

Tyatte June 3 extensive tunnel works and protective devices at 2242 Ottawa Street failed to deter Oilivers Melia and Duggan of the city squad from discovering and destroying the illicit distillery. Frank Petertin arrested as a raid suspect and faces prohibition violations. A tunnel led to a garage rear, with a device to remove smoke. Moonshine 30 gallon capacity found, 13 gallons of mash and two barrels in process. mash draped for disposal.

Tyatte Ottawa Street

Hope to Locate Gold Ore on Libby Creek

An old-time report notes a stall crew of men and the Awomahile group pursuing placer gold on Libby Creek. Wil­liam Cridenean and W. WA Cally are named among claimants with hopes of locating rich ore and exposing high grade deposits this season.

Libby Awomahile Wiliam Crideenan

Shoots at Street Car And Then Is Released

Gwen Lane was arrested on June 3 for firing a revolver at a street car on Southford Street near the Pacific. Capt. O'Donnell and Det. Larkin reported the incident, with witnesses including RW Brown Chaclez Cole and Miss Myrtle Bates. The weapon contained four loaded shells. Nel Sullivan, detained at the scene, said Late fired the shot. Sullivan was booked for drunkenness and released on bond.

Gwen Lane Southford Street Pacific Mike O'Donnell James Larkin Brown Chaclez Cole Myrtle Bates Minnie Bates Tae Venor Nel Sullivan Late Sullivan

Woman Pleads Guilty To Embezzling Government Funds

Great Falls June 7 Mrs Kate Foley formerly assistant postmaster at West Butte on trial in federal court pleaded guilty to embezzlement of government funds totaling 385.17 She was sentenced to a fine of 1885.17 and 13 months in federal prison at Leavenworth By court order the commitment was stayed while the fine is paid at 5 per month and the judge would consider vacation of the imprisonment upon full payment The note adds nurse duty and unrelated phrases from the damaged text.

Great Falls Kate Foles West Butte George MM. Stowiein Hamsac Doug Foley Glee Volog Asaistiel Wash Butte Glenied Georke Boweauia Leatenworth

Bankers Endorse Irrigation Bonds Amid Montana Debate

Livingston June 3 The seventh district bankers association session at Hunter's Hot Springs adopted resolutions backing the Montana Irrigation congress and Yellowstone Irrigation association in support of the irrigation bond referendum. They urged securing water for irrigation and opposed the version restricting waters of Montana.

Livingston Mottano Bankers Association Huanter’s Hot Springs Montana Irrigation Congress Yellowstone Irrigation Association Montana

Clean Roads of Snow Before Park Opens

Livingston reports snow removal ahead of Yellowstone Park opening. A snow plow, built like old rail plows and pulled by a 78 horsepower caterpillar engine, has cleared many miles of coach roads. Despite deep snow, all park roads are expected to be open and ready for opening day. The piece notes improvements and plans as the season begins.

Livingston Yellowstone National Park Jes de Sprig

Oiliman Makes Quick Trip in an Airplane

Lewistown reports a prominent official named Oiliman took a rapid one way flight to Roy for business. Roy lies about four miles northeast by rail, but trains were gone, so passage was arranged by airplane. From takeoff to landing the 38 minute flight surprised workers in surrounding fields.

Oiliman Lewistown Roy Starkes Pasage

Stab and fraud cases lead Montana briefs

A Sangwiser faces a district court trial for stabbing a man in Billings while a former postmaster in Washburn is fined for federal funds violations. Westover is to pay 2100 for whiskey damages plus 3500 in exemplary damages. Labor disputes end as meat and textile workers accept wage offers, while a jewelry theft in Butte prompted police to recover dozens of items.

Sports Notes from New York and Points Around

New York notes report the American Olympic committee arranging tryouts for track and field with elites slated for Saturday June 26. Montreal coverage mentions Fremnig, the boxing champion, and a bout with GeorKe Pawlin as part of a heavyweight lineup. Newport notes the Resolute defeating an opponent to set up Lipton’s Shamvoute Ty defense in the America’s Cup challenger series. St Thomas Ontario reports Meadows of Wellford winning an international shooting tournament with a 3 of 10 score.

Newport Thomas Lipton Shamvoute Ty

Treaty With Colombia: Senate Discussion and Amendments

The foreign relations committee heard the sub committee report on the Colombia treaty aiming to protect American oil and mining interests. It notes a $25,000,000 payment to Colombia and questions Colombia’s approval as records do not confirm consent. The panel rejects an amendment as useless given the Colombian Supreme Court rulings.

Washington Jane d Associated — Press Colombia Panama Pall New Mexicu Supreme Court of Colombia Mexico United States Bur Republic Senate State Department

Small Home Problem S Tackled by Metropolitan Life

Walter G Stabler led the National Association of Real Estate Boards meeting as Metropolitan Life Insurance announced a new policy to aid small home ownership. The company will divert investable funds from real estate to support affordable housing efforts following a prolonged demonstration.

Associated Press Kansas City Metropolitan Life Insurance Walter G. Stabfer National Association of Real Estate Boards Miller Statsler Bigs

Legion Denounces Fake Butte Story In Widow’s Aid Case

American Legion meeting condemns a coastal newspaper fabrication about An nette Markland. A committee of Frank Walker and others will draft a factual statement for distribution via news agencies. Local veterans note prior relief actions by State Commander Chartes Pew and others.

Butte Annette Markland Wis American Legion Righland Frank Walker Fd Rou Jean Harry Jones 0. J. McCarthy Dau ‘Malloy United States Veterans’ Welfare Committee T the Legionnaires Pew

Boston Beaten by Statesmen Team in Hard fought game

In Washington, the Statesmen defeated Boston 2 to 1 as Rostan tadus was held to a single run. Key hits came from Shanks and Mies with a triple by Store, and Poston scored. Chicago and New York results also noted with multiple pitchers and late-inning changes affecting outcomes.

Associated Press Washtigter Dane Washington Rostan Tadus Eiler Wellars Shanks Mies Poston Parteri Os Russell and Watters Samson and Pieinion Gharrity

Marysville School Holds Annual Track Meet and Exhibition

Marysville public school hosted its annual track meet and exhibit of pupils work yesterday. The program drew a large attendance of patrons from the community. Results of the track contests were not available last night.

Marysville

Field Day Emphasizes Scout Activities and Awards Tomorrow

Field day events fire up tomorrow as Boy Scout troops from Lape Manor prepare for a week’s close. Awards and first class certificates will be announced by the court of honor. Troop 1 led by Burroughs will present at State Square with a wireless demonstration led by Prof Goggie Hue. Troop 6 under Curlsan scoutmaster moves to camp tonight. Troop 4A led by 1. Butcher returns Saturday. Also noted is Pacific International scores and a coaching change at Notre Dame as Charles Cortas leaves for Gonayaga College.

Butcher

Giants Brace Up and Take 2 Games

In Boston on June 3, the Giants won two games behind strong pitching by Warnes and Neht, defeating Heston’s team 6-0 and 2-0. New York’s Heston credited with the late offense in the first game. Second game featured Tom New York on the mound for the visitors, aided by Ned and Snyder in the batteries, with solid defense and timely hits. The Brooklyn and Philadelphia matchups on June 4 showed Pretrar Fealed Gailla in fine form despite losses, as Philadelphia edged Brooklyn with a home run providing the only decisive run in a tense contest. Batteries listed for both games include Pretter, Mier, Gat-Ha, Vetts, Witheraw, Wheat, among others.

Associated Preus Boston New War Warnes Neht Heston Scor New York Arves Aunt Smilin Quittian o'Netti Tom New York Tonton Tiessles Ned and Snyder Run Solph Hearn Gowdy Philadelphia

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