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Newspaper
Helena Independent
Location
Helena, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1932
Page
6
Northwest weather across Aventane and Helena shows unsettled, cooler conditions with low pressure over the Pacific. Other items include missing person notes, funeral services, court actions, theft at Fort Harrison, and local business notices.
Vilization of the work of water for irrigation highlighted by Glen A Smith chairman of the aup committee on recreation livestock and fish and game at a Montanans irrigation committee meeting. He favors beaver preservation to regulate stream flow and boost water supply for irrigation and habitat for fish. He notes about 2000 miles of Montana streams could support beavers with dam building stabilizing watersheds and aiding stream flow. Baltimore report cites bridge and water balance concerns as city eyes recovery efforts but progress would be gradual.
With less than two weeks to filed petitions for the primary election, county offices await candidates. Records show only eleven of nineteen offices filled so far with several incumbents undecided. Names of declared aspirants span county treasurer to state representative, while anticipated surge may follow as the deadline nears.
Helena property owners received permits for multiple projects totaling about $3,000. Albert W. Smith may proceed with alterations at 826 Lith Avenue, while John Dryburgly is listed as cont actor on another dwelling upgrade. Charles Valentine secured a permit for renovations at the Bonnaville apartment building on Park Avenue and Lawrence Street. A front installation permit was issued for the Winston Cigar Store. The Salvation Army obtained a permit to relocate pavilions and convert space to a dining room, costing $26. Cruse Mining and Development received a permit to repair a dwelling on Tower Street for $50.
Plaintiffs appeal in a bank suit filed in district court by attorney C W Pow against Rudolph Horaky and The Bank National Bank of Missoula. Judge William Carroll previously dismissed portions of the judgment, with the plaintiffs arguing the two defendants were not bona fide stockholders or the banking corporation when it closed.
Helena attorneys J A Wine and F W Mettler filed petitions with the secretary of state for judgehips in the First Judicial District covering Lewis and Clark and Broadwater counties. Wine, Helena police commissioner and Broadwater County native born 1890, emphasizes impartial duty. Mettler, long-time Helena resident, aims for efficient, impartial district judge service.
A crowded personals page notes visitors and residents from various places such as Garv Darby Armatedd Belgende Le Ay Paddock Migeoilla White Sulphur Springs Dillon and Butie. Names include Dr. WOR Smith Professor of education at the State University Mrs George Loffters Mr and Mrs F G Jonneon and Mrs J GB dénron. Several arrivals and upcoming travel are recorded with institutions and towns, plus Shrine train participants and a statewide education official.
District judge in Chouteau Ferr eur Teton Flathead and Valley counties, Fort Benton resident. Mettyr admitted to bar in 1898, opened Nome Alaska first law office, faced Key Pittman in possessory land case. Returned to Montana 1900 as secretary to Walter Cooper, then assistant attorney general, later formed Galen and Mettyr partnership until 1929, practiced solo thereafter. Holds various legal and fraternal roles including the American Bar Association and Patriarch orders.
An unidentified man about 50 was found between Avon and rison near the Northern Pacific tracks at 3 30 yesterday morning. Engineman Basher on a helper engine between Blossburg and Garrison discovered the body and it was taken to Deer Lodge. The man’s description was not provided. Police believe he fell from an east bound freight.
Halona cirela No 9 Nohh hors of Woodcraft plans a meeting next Tuesday evening June 7 at Ree Wall. All members are requested to be present as Grand Circle organizers run the session. Planned agenda includes member plans and a programme of refreshments and entertainment.
Funeral arrangements for Guy KE La Follette, longtime The Independent editor, were set after his brothers traveled from Idaho and Oregon to attend services likely Monday afternoon. The body rests at the Onn and Conrad funeral home as Montana leaders and journalists express widespread sorrow.
In Baton Rouge Senator Huey P. Long was urged to hurry back to Washington and stop meddling in Louisiana affairs. The House tabled a resolution demanding his return and offering no debate. Representative Malcolm Dougherty said Long belongs in Washington, not stealing credit from Governor O K Allen over a $4,000,000 tax bill.
Lewis and Clark County reports more than 560 new voters added by 5 p.m. on final day of registration for the July 29 primary. County Clerk A Duncan says staff kept busy all day as 235 names were added. He estimates total pre-day registrations may reach 300, suggesting a possible record was set for this era.
The July 16, 1030 election shows Ay 449 on record, with 9006 expected this year. A larger rise is anticipated for the Kan vas election next November. Registration will open later. There was a further drop in bank failures that week, nine closures vs 21 the prior week.
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