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Newspaper

Helena Independent

Location

Helena, Montana, United States of America

Date

Jun 05, 1924

Page

6

Scare of wit nesses tests grand jury in Lenpold Loeb case

Chicago crime tale reports two university students Nathan Lenpold Sr and Richard Loeb face possible indictments for murder and kidnapping over the Robert Franks ransom and death case. Witnesses conclude as grand jury prepares a vote on state charges punishable by death if convictions occur. Perilous guard surrounds the youths at the county jail to deter any self harm attempts.

Associated Press Chicago Grand Nathan Lenpold Richard Loeb Seniof Robert Franks Robert Ranks

Lynch Heads International Typographical Union Ticket

James M. Lynch of Syracuse led rural unions in the International Typographical Union with a majority of about 30. From 57 unions casting 54 712 votes Lynch had 27 543 while Charles DP. Howard of Detroit trailed with 24 197. Seth R. Brown led for vice president in Los Angeles with 26 634. George R. Beach of New York City had 23 077. Austin W. TeW of New York City led second vice president race with 27 800 against W. R. Trotter of Vancouver at 22 607. W. Hayes of Minneapolis led for secretary-treasurer by about 6 000 votes over W. Aldrich of Chicago.

Associated Press New York Uorkers James M. Lynch Syracuse International United States Canada Lynch Chartes DP. Howard Detroit Mich Incumber Seth R. Grown Los Angeles George R. Beach New York City Austin W. Tew W. R. Trotter Vancouver W. Hayes Minneapolis Win Aldrich Chicago

Longworth rules out farm relief bill passage this session

Washington report says after talks with President Coolidge Representative Longworth and fellow Republicans concluded no satisfactory farm relief bill, including McNary Haugen, could pass this session. A plan to market surplus wheat and meat abroad via the War Finance Corporation was discussed with Tincher, Sanders, and others, but no administration commitment followed.

Associated Press Washington Coolidge Longworth Congress Tincher Frank W. Mandell War Finance Corporation Afr McNary-Haugen

Skelton Accused Of Improper Handling Of Bank Fees

Irregular handling of state funds by L. Q. Skelton, state superintendent of banks, revealed by an audit of payrolls for 1922. Assistants allegedly collected fees from banks and used them to boost salaries, violating Chapter 83 of the 1922 session laws. Continued on page Tan.

Skelton L. Q. Skelton Turin

Bootleg Baronet Still on the Job

Sir Brodrick Ashwell in London continues bootlegging despite new money treaty protests. The report notes American interests and investigations tied to customs actions, with Prime Minister Anne Donald criticizing his operations as disgraceful and illegal. several committees have handed cases to authorities.

Associated Press New York Brodrick Ashwell London United States Iaviers MacDonald Investi Wid Enterprises Uke Customs Officiis AnneDonald

American Party Aims to Seek Ku Klux Aid in Campaign

The American Party announced it will launch in all states with a strong national campaign led by Judge Gilbert O Nations of Washington as presidential standard bearer. Charles H Randall of Los Angeles named running mate, party leaders seek Ku Klux Klan support though deny formal alliance, aiming to push law enforcement immigration and polygamy policies in the campaign.

American Party Ku Klux Associated Preve Columbis Ahin Pune Inisehe Gilbert O. Nations Washington Peeneressman Charles H. Ratdall Los Angeles Nation Ku Kux Klan Uresnerkay Party Ku Kins Klan Tuvisihte K

Paris cabinet crisis ends as Herriot named to form

Paris reports a joint move by President Miller and Paul Painleve to consult on forming a new ministry to replace Raymond Poincare. Edouard Herriot is favored to lead the cabinet with Me Miller awaiting his reply before any presidential decision at the Elysee.

Paris Juvessociated Milleranda Paul Painleve Chamber Gaston Denmer- Ree Wie Senate Nilomerrou Marning Raymond Poincare Edouard Cherriot Radical Party Me Milierand M. Herriot Elysee Palace

LEMME TO BE NEW PRESIDENT OF INTERMOUNTAIN

Dr. Edward J. Klemme of Bellingham Washington was elected president of Intermountain Union College by the board of trustees. He was chosen from a list of 25 candidates after months of correspondence and will assume the post by wire notification.

Edward J. Klemme Bellinghast Wash Intermountain Union College Klemme Wr Klanme

Walsh Likey to Occupy the Chair in National Convention

The report states Senator Thomas J. Walsh of Montana is favored to be permanent chairman of the party’s national convention in New York. Other Montana figures like J. Bruce Ir mer are mentioned as possible chair candidates, while objections arise. Walsh declined to comment, and Kes Vitman and William McAtoo are also named in the pre convention talks.

Washington Thomas J. Walsh Montana New Yorks Cou Yeers Walsh J. Bruce Irrmer Vier Eeenmitter Subessiva

Borah Amendment Reform Fails in Congressional Conference

Washington reports the Borah amendment to limit campaign contributions and regulate expenditures was defeated by House and Senate conferees. A recommendation for reconsideration by Representative Cable was noted, with Republican leaders involved in drafting a new public campaign finance framework.

Associated Press Washington House Senate Cable Chie

Mount St. Charles College Dedicates Library and Residence

A solemn dedication of the new library building at Mount St. Charles College was held yesterday morning in the presence of visiting premiers, diocesan clergy, college officers, students, and parents. The Rt. Rev. J. Carroll founded the college and led the ceremony, with Rev. D. M. Gorman delivering the sermon. Bishop Garman, successor to Bishop Carroll, presided over the mass and clergy assisted, inaugurating a notable milestone in the college’s progress toward Christian education.

Tew Mount St. Charles College Soremn Preimirs Unis Jaim J.J. O' Nich J. A. Roaney Sheerin J Riley J. A. Kelly Bishop Garman Hshop Carcell Columbia College

John P ONeill Drowns at Boulder Hot Springs Pool

John P ONeill a retired assistant general superintendent of mines for Anaconda Copper died in the Boulder Hot Springs pool. He struck his head and sank unnoticed while swimming. a search recovered his body after more than an hour of unsuccessful resuscitation. He was 63, a native of Vermont, and survived by his wife four sons and a daughter.

Bude Jame John Plc Neill Anaconda Cape Per Mining Company Boulder Hot Springs O'Neill Boulder Butte Velena Vermont al T Lawrence Bananéa Assis B C. McCabe Helena

Clubs Kill Change in Electing National President at Biennial

A reform amendment to by laws governing the nomination process of three presidential candidates was defeated at the seventeenth biennial convention of the General Federation of Women’s Clubs in Los Angeles. The current rules call for two nominees for the presidency. The report mentions Mrs WS Tennings of Florida as first vice president, Mrs Walace Perhaps of Montana as second vice president, and Mrs John D B Sherman of Colorado, with a proposed education platform to be presented at the session.

Los Angeles Sime Geners Federation of Wamnen Clibs Hulaws Fist of Vines Fone WS. Tennings Florida Walace Perhaps Montana John DB. Sherman Colorado Los A Angeles Associated Frea General Federation of Women's Clibs

Dawes Program A Pivotal Point In Nations Relations

The article discusses how the Dawes Plan shapes Germany's foreign relations and the cabinet's stance on rearmament. It notes reactions to Dawes Report recommendations as negotiations on reparations loom. It mentions Marx’s parliamentary appearance and Reichstag context within the wartime occupation setting.

Associated Presxy Dewes Nivetad Notat Figemany Marx Reichstag Dawes

Goolidge Seeks Running Mate As Hoover Lowden Vying

President Coolidge has signaled the type of man he desires for the vice presidency. He favors a candidate who can appeal nationally and reassure the public that administration policies will hold. Hoover and Lowden remain leading choices as party managers canvass potential nominees for approval by delegates.

Cleveland Associated Prean Cooleide Coolidge Hoover Illinois Washington LaFollette

Georgia Delegates Seated After Harding Letter Row

In Cleveland a split GOP faction over Georgia seating ended with Henry Lincoln Johnson and his delegates seated. A Harding letter to C Bascom Slemp admitting an error prompted action as New York’s Charles D Hiland forced disclosure of the missive. The committee voted 22 to 14 forJohnson delegation, rejecting Indiana’s challenge 22 to 14.

Cleveland Associated Presa Georgia Henry Lincoln Johnson Johnson Lis J. L. Phillips National Committee Harding C. Bascom Slemp Coolidge Phillips New Yorker Charles D. Hiland New York Joseph B. Kealing Indisna

Daugherty Refuses to Testify in Senate Probe

Former Attorney General Daugherty refuses to appear before the senate investigation and withdraws his legal team, claiming the inquiry is illegal and a bid to smear him. Chairman Brookhart repeats accusations of a conspiracy and cites tax records and cash found linked to Daugherty. A continuation note indicates more details on Page Three.

Associated Press Washington Daugherty Senate Paul Howland Ohio Brookfart Jesse W. Smith Mer Daugherty

Wheeler Warns U S May Decline Like Russia Went

Senator Burton Wheeler of Montana warned at the City Club that America could follow Russia into revolution unless patriotic citizens repudiate corruption. He cited the Daugherty case and said the investigation has no political motive, noting he prosecuted Democrats while state attorney.

Associated Press St. Louis United States Russia Senaior Burton K. Wheeler Macana Senate Daugherty Wheeler Harry Taugherty Montana

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