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Newspaper

Helena Independent

Location

Helena, Montana, United States of America

Date

Jun 06, 1924

Page

3

Montana man charged with murder denies hiding gun

Seeley, accused in the killing of William A. Frink near Billings, denies owning or hiding an automatic pistol. Prosecutors cite gun and shell evidence, and statements by Seeley to police, sheriff, and county attorney. Several witnesses place him at or near the scene or related locations on May 36 night.

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Physical Director Arrives at Normal College Site

Dillon figures head a plan as Malaia State college names a new physical director to lead athletics and training. The hire, part of a broader athletic department revamp, aims to boost student fitness and intercollegiate programs at the Normal campus in Gallatin County.

Dillon Mollieter & Kriduste Malaia Dawning Ariel Gil Deere Hollister Dawson Vann

Sulphur Clears a Pimply Skin

An old remedy touts sulfur as a cure for pimples. The ad claims sulfur dries eruptions and offers a cheap, harmless option with mentholated preparation and a suggestion to consult a pharmacist. It markets Hewlee Wregtlie-Sel as a cold cream substitute.

Agerconte

Delegates Elected to Attend Montana Veterans Meetings

Poplar Montana June 4 delegates to the state conventions of the American Legion Disabled American Veterans and allied groups were elected. Major Dan H Noble and Com Viggo Danielson were chosen as delegates with Ur. Fulkerson and Lake Rodger as alternates. John Curran chosen from the American Legion Auxiliary.

Poplar Poplar Post No American Legion Allsy National Guard Helena Geol Arn of the Republic American. Legion Ward Taefantry Association Sons and Dauaghters of the Sons of Vetervar Dan GH. Noble Prance Viggo Danielson Legion Ur. Fulkerson Lake Rodger John Curran America Legion

Car Almost Plunges as Steering Gear Fails in Canyon

In Virginia City on June 5 Judge L. Bennett narrowly escaped a serious accident when the steering gear of a large car failed in a canyon west of town. The vehicle slipped toward a precipice before he managed to pull it back onto the road, with only inches to spare before it tumbled over the edge.

Virginia City L.man HL Bennett

Community Dog Tag Made Out to Girl

A small group of children, led by a stern boy, visited the city license window yesterday after hours seeking a license tag for a white poodle. The license was issued to Anna Pollard, 9 West Platinu Mrect, with the children paying the collar fee.

Butte Sears Ifice Anna Pollard West Platinu

Two Spotted Fever Cases in Fergus County

In Fergus County Lewistown district two spotted fever cases have been reported this season both mild in type. Charles ies rancher and Why daughter from the Iver Section are under treatment at a local hospital. The drought here May 23rd. One patient suffered high temperature for several days after tick bites. The girl has recovered substantially and is expected to be removed from hospital soon.

Lewistown Charles Ies

Trident News Highlights Travels and Local Notes

Trident News item lists residents and guests with travels to Washington and California. Mentions Miss Quail GIT and Jenn Chek among others, with notes on visits, forthcoming trips, and local social engagements. Includes references to Cordes and family plans, plus several locals visiting relatives.

Trident Fund Jone AL Suiaverg Juan Jureensben Frannie Cme Ware Tetounam Suma Washington Val Cardes Urbeat Pegi- Kents Mie Setae Mawes Mra Cael Corde Andrews Lely Wieness Lewistfwar Hanover Bof Brackett Meg A. C

Hollywood to Mammoth 650 Mile Road Trip in Five Days

A Californian driver left Los Angeles and completed a 650 mile journey to Mammoth in 30 hours with five days on the road. The trip included inspections and rest breaks and was undertaken to prove a vehicle free of taint concerns while plans were made to stay in Montana and the national park area.

Livingston J. Way Toath Hollywood Cal Manmoth Plane California Montana National Park Was Foo Mammoth

May File Criminal Assault Charge in Alleged Kidnaping

Lewistown June 4 Cecil Briton remains jailed on a charge of kidnapping a 16 year old girl and hiding her for days. County attorney staff say a statutory assault charge should be filed against the 21 year old man. Reuters says the pair planned to elope. The girl’s statement differs from others, and a well known young man Rolland, unrelated and not from the city, is involved. The case is developing with more details to be released by Lewistown authorities.

Lewistown Cecil Briton Reuter Jean- Me Aunl Rolland Arrose Lewiel

Jury Cannot Determine Cause Of Boy’s Death

Inquest into the death of 12 year old John Lytch at 947 West Granite Street yielded an unsettled verdict. Coroner John C. Muerhy presided as jurors found the cause unknown after testimony that the boy fell five or six stairs and never regained consciousness. Witnesses debated possible alcohol involvement and the absence of skull fracture, with inconsistent accounts of alcohol presence and the circumstances of the fall at 221 North Peer Street.

John Lytch John C. Muerhy Lishone West Granite Street Frank Sullivan North Peare Sullivan de Lynch Boy Wayne Silfisany

Constible Accused of Manufacturing Ram

Fragmentary report shows Constible accused of manufacturing an item described as a ram. The page references a raid or operation at a premises linked to Sigust Koantt and mentions a sheriff, a judge, and a postponement to allow the defense to present evidence.

Constible Sherif Musios Sigust Koantt Weaviers Bornate

Purse Left Under Pillow Returned to Tourist Owner

A tourist misplaced a purse with traveler documents and ten dollar bill. After leaving the hotel pillow, the owner could not recall the hotel name and wrote to the Livingston Chamber of Commerce for help, providing a hotel description and approximate distance from the bandstand. The purse was later forwarded to the correct address.

Mie Oscereney Livingston Chamber of Commerce Isparse Wates

Marshal Recovers From Knife Wounds Returns To Duties

Cascade June 3 report says Prank Fortner Cascare's night marshal was severely cut on face and neck by attacker. He returned to streets after limited medical care and is cheered by citizens who praise his service and appearance.

Marshal Cascade Fortner Cascare C.D Billy Oscarrest Tit Street

Driver Hits Gar Decamps Near Prescott School

An accident Monday near Prescott school left a Fort car driven by Jimes Kirtley overturned after being struck by a Chevrolet. Kirtley and four passengers escaped serious injury while the Chevrolet fled the scene. license traced to a park transport company, suggesting a stolen vehicle.

Anaconda Jones Prescott Jimes Kirtley Kirkty Oy West Park Chevrolet Ford Walter Cullen Mlador Park Transportation L Cast Fikely Eddeart

Baccalaureate Sermon at State University

A baccalaureate sermon at the University of Montasia features Dr F Watkins addressing the graduates on the future of American civils. The program includes a memorial of the seniors and a short walk by the senior class president, followed by a dance.

State University Missouri CL Clap University of Montasia University Geeminntsimn Vie University Thas Rlyss

Term of U S Court in Butte Now Over

The April term of the federal court in Butte closed with 69 defendants tried. 44 pleaded guilty or were convicted, 13 were acquitted, and 12 faced other outcomes. Judge WW Prag presided.

Butte Federal Court Prag Tle Mie Cason Ye Udglendaurs

Land of Forgotten Men Sequel Teases Alaska Voyage

In a rugged tale from Edison Marshall, Dorothy and Pete travel toward Alaska aboard the Warrior, facing weather, peril, and a haunting grave as Pete assumes a new identity and plots to rescue Dorothy from a fate tied to a buried past. The voyage unfolds amid jagged shores and shifting seas, with a storm looming and Dorothy clinging to hope.

Otathy Tyan Pete Dorothy Teac Darotly Enuron Timothy Chris i Vete Voroute Inn Bbs Petco Newhall Dory Haif Ivan Lerethy

Whitey Cline in custody at last

Reports indicate Whitey Cline a noted bank robber implicated in multiple heists across Canada and the U S faces extradition. He was arrested in Minot North Dakota and held by county authorities as Canadian officials prepare for possible transfer to Vancouver for trial. Police note involvement of accomplices and ongoing investigations into numerous robberies and buried caches.

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Honors for 7 Montana State College graduates

Helena Hoy reports Montana State College will award yettle honors to seven students for high overall grades. Names include Martin Bell, Leroy Powers, David Savage, Leonard Searle, Arthur Moore, Curtis Baldwin, Mary Wade, Kathleen Cunoron, Oscar Grunty, Lucille Wer, Fy Chirk, Margaret Conklin, Kath Davidson, Maret McNall, Melo Waite, and James W. Moore across agronomy civil engineering electrical engineering home economics industrial chemistry applied art and secretarial work.

Amet Moore Bozeman Ing Curtis Haldwin Marry Waletice Dear Logety Avid Wilson Lewiston I Mechanical Engineering Kathleen Cunoron Reenaway Applied Science Oscar V. Grunty Melons Lucilte §Wer Butteim Applied Fy Chirk Bozennia Margaret Conklin Kath Davidson Townsend Maret McNall Melo Waite James W. Moore Acuay

Scientist Describes How to Grow Better Walnuts

Nerketoy Calif June 3 Reports from University of California Professor Batchelor show walnut tree size increasing sharply after bloom. The expert notes 483 percent growth in 28 days and 16 to 18 percent in the following 28 days, linked to early moisture uptake. He advises moistening soil to six feet depth by early May for best results in walnut groves.

Nerketoy Calif Discoverite Waleot D. Batcher Sirestoy Orchird University of Calfornia Uni Batchelor

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