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Newspaper

Helena Independent

Location

Helena, Montana, United States of America

Date

Jun 06, 1928

Page

3

Death of Right Rev Luther Barton Wilson Methodist Bishop

Baltimore scene reports the death of Right Rev Luther Barton Wilson a former resident bishop of the New York area after a heart condition tied to fever contracted in Africa. Born November 14 1856 in Baltimore he helped spark the Anti Drunk movement as first vice president and long time president of the National Anti Alcohol League. He served as president of the board of foreign missions and as a US chaplain in France during world war I.

Baltimore Mness New York Atv Methodist Epistonal Church Kansas City Luther Barton Wilson Tistop Wilson Africa Methodist Episcopal Church United States Washington D. C League Hiram Price Dickinson College Carlisle Hancock Woodberry Altimore Washington, D.C Board of Foreign Missions The Board of Bishops Young Men's Christn Association France

Brackman of Helena Heads Merchants Federation

Brackman of Helena presides over an enlarged merchants association uniting state and federating with the Retail Merchants Hardware Association and state groups. The Montana Livestock association seeks parole sentence reforms while a legislative crite commission is urged. Fred Sanden of Helena and Mr Yate of Oregon Merchants spoke at the morning session.

Hardware Sociation State Pharmaceutical Association Siular Montana Livestock Association Crite Fred & Sanden Helena Vr. Yate Oregon Merchaunts’ Association

Mexican flyer plans non-stop flight to Washington

Emilio Carranza announced plans for a non-stop flight from Mexico City to Washington next Thursday. The trip is framed as a show of national pride during Colonel Lindberghs visit and tied to the ongoing Lexie visit.

MEX Mexico City Emilio Carranza Washington Pom Lindbereh Lexie

Italia radio calls churned from Arctic search area

Reports trace fragmentary wireless calls from the missing dirigible Italia as ice-breaker Braganza presses toward North Cape in a bid to locate Umberto Nobile and his party. Siberian stations and a Tobolsk relay picked up SOS signals, while ships near Murnau and Biscaya report unclear reception amid atmospheric interference.

Phe Talia Kranz Josef Jind Dvinsk Alurmansk Italin Frang Josef Yeand Ordovsk Tobolsk Siberia Givan Siberian Loutekinski Murnau Kings Bay Spitehrgen Bragans Arctic Umberto Xabile Italia Tolay Rope Hraganza Sora New Friesland Peningta Wilde Fjord Henlopen Strait Isremer Hobby Jofeut Ludzow Holme Biscaya Hook Broad Bay Hobbs

Vidor's The Magnificant Flirt Draws Enthusiastic Audience

Opening night at the Marley theater features Florence Vidor in a French style farce. The Magnificant Flirt follows a society actress with many admirers, a kiss seen by a jealous aunt, and a vindication that forms the story’s climax. Supporting cast includes Loretta Young and Ned Sparks in notable roles.

Marley Theater Florence Vidor Sh 5 Conny D'Estranges Daaghter Marrige Emunt Tring Ton Mixes Viders Ine Loretta Young Mbert Conti Maes Kemp Ned Sparks Marietts Milner

Boodle Probe Lapses Loosen While Witnesses Falter

The committee heard uncertain testimony on laundering funds and campaign spending tied to Hoover’s candidacy. Witnesses described printing and circulation actions funded by George J. Lockwood and others, with expenditures totaling about 14 099 14 in a five cornered senatorial race. The panel adjourned to a later date, likely after the national party primaries.

Farman Theodore J. Burton Olio Dag Gmarl Pr Hoover Ren Brand Ohio George J. Lockwood Placioe Bisaw New Jerery Faeday Itukea Andre Matey Comesine Adel Tee National Party Priieaitarese Sen

Intermountain Music Recital at Presbyterian Church Tonight

Intermountain College music department presents a student recital at the Presbyterian Church at 8 15 p m Featuring vocal solo piano organ and instrumental numbers by students including Beethoven Saint-Saens Grieg and Grout titles with performers such as Luella Schultz Dorothy Baldwin Hortense Williams Beatrice Trumbull Doris Wearne Clara Eden Megier Peggy Strom Robert Dawson Greta Burns Anna Casey Margaret Klein Eva Mae Williams and more with Professor Greeley conducting and accompanying.

Tme Intermountainsvill Presbyterian Church Bethoven Loilla Uywiter Luella Au Search McDowell Dorothy Baldwin Beethoven Hortense Williams Curran Scopes Perey Dashiel Seceteseeas Saint-Saens Beatrice Trumbull Doris Wearne Greta Burns Anna Casey Margaret Klein Palmgren Dorothy Langdorf Griswald Gwendolin Bruns Schuman Mary “Louise Schroeder Greeley Trodhaugen Grieg Eva Mae Williams

Tale of Horror at a Drunken Party

A witness describes a 24 hour drunken wake ending when guests panicked and hurled a body from a second story window. Prosecutors considered murder languishing but later withdrew the charge and replaced it with a different accusation under Michigan law.

Baker Michigan Seward Nichols Amastaughten

Helena High School Seniors Class Day Program

Helena High School seniors prepare for their class day program with diplomas awarded by Dr. James F. Mee Namee and remarks by Attorney Thomas J. Davis. The event features music by the high school orchestra, glee club performances, solos, an overture, and a valedictory address, with a march processional and a final Medicine Show.

David J. Doms Kirby Hoon, Jr Strauss Thomas J. Davis Rulte Pauline Keane Prince Ad Didin Hoberts James F Presistent Wuliteriany Welock Clarence Watson Betty Toot Charlotte Carlson Steve Girgetreirer Orehestrk OL PL Thayer Chiurengye Watson Marvin Wells Wil Crone Monica Stafter Lennin Giese Tivolver Margaret Choate Stanley Davison May Wright Betty Fit Avill Evelyn Strann Pita Marjorie Billings Frederick Joewiary Ty Rodney Absher Marjorie Sloan Mary , Matthews Iola Ryan Margaret Knudsen Till Campbell Lorin Giese Ernest Lyle

Atlantic flight plans and dangers of early air daring

Report on preparations for a transoceanic air voyage aboard The Columba and The Saxhorn Croce. Mentions Clarence Chamberlain and Bert Aeon, Miss Mabel Bell, and pilots Singstard-Sith. Describes route from Suva to Brisbane via Pacific islands, potential takeoff fields near Naselat beach, and hazards of seas, weather, and primitive aviation knowledge.

Mabel Bell Viamonds Neafanndiiind Mise Ante Hart Colmbia Clarence Chauherlain Charles Levine Germany Sumer Chamberlain Bert Aeon

Transcontinental flight plan targets Curtis Field on Long Island

Approximately 1800 miles of the 2250 mile trans continental route are to begin from Rockwell Field at 11:30 A.M. tomorrow. Sehoenbhair and Tucker aim to land at Curtiss Field on Long Island within 18 hours, seeking to beat the 26 hour 59 minute non stop record set by Lieutenant Oakley Kelly and John A. Macready.

New York Lee Sehoenbhair Harry Tucker Neec Rockwell Field Curtiss Field Long Island Sehwenhair Tucker Oakley Kelly John A. Macready

Boulder News Roundup of Local Visits and Farewells

June news from Boulder reports visitors and departures including Francis Willam motoring to Dillon with sister Mar Barer and Helen Kilburne. Bozeman’s Jim Tatbet called on Boulder business. Elena guests Mrs. John Mountjoy and sons Jack and Jimmy visited. A farewell party for the Smiths was hosted by the altar society as they prepare to move to Sheridan. Helena residents Harold Lusk and Kathleen Jamseh were noted travelers.

Warold Lusk Helena Carl Pfatt Kathleen Jamseh Seattle Dawson Sweet Grass Tom Burke Felena Mary Dawson Bane Celles

Cooney Files For Lieutenant Governor Today

Frank II Cooney of Missoula a merchant farmer and sheep dweller will file today for the democratic nomination for lieutenant governor. His platform calls for fair senate presiding, resistance to federal encroachment, support for Montana products, and a broad workingmen's compensation reform. He has lived in Montana 17 years, entered wholesale grocery and ranching interests in Ravalli county, is married with seven children, and is 54.

Montana Frank II. Cooney Missoula Cooney Frank Cooney Ravalli County Secretary of State

Woman testifies on bishop shooting case at inquest

Miss Henriett Jervey testified about the meeting between Bishop William A. Guerrry and Rev. J. Woodward that led to the shooting. The bishop, 67, was critically wounded and remained in serious condition after surgery to remove a bullet from his left side. Jurors heard details of the conference and the moments before the shots rang out.

Charleston William A. Guerryy South Carolina Protestant Episcopal Church Woodward Brunswick Henrietts P. Jervey Jerves Weilwanl Didresan Iowa Othe Ofice Woodwardaving Cie Heara Jervey Bishop Guerry

Mont Women’s Clubs Meet Here October 2

Helena hosts the biennial meeting of the Montana Federation of Women’s Clubs on October 2 to 4. Mrs. C. E. Pew announces the general committee, with past presidents and local chairmen named. Officers include Mrs. E. Thomas as general chair man, Mrs. J. W. Walker as vice chair, and Mary Dally Dean Burgess as secretary treasurer, among others guiding housing, music, registration, exhibits, printing, badges, ushers, publicity, and timekeeping.

Helena Montana Federation of Women's Clubs C. E. Pew Dolly Mean Turgess Joseph Chivers

Peaks of Destiny With Vaudeill at Marlow Theater

Ufa presents Peaks of Destiny alongside five acts of associate vaudeville at the Marlow Theater tomorrow. A dramatic alpine tale follows a jealous lover and a rescued youth amid a deadly storm, with standout photography and a tense cliffside ordeal.

Peaks OF Destiny Vaudeill Ufa Germany Marlow Theater Alps Willy

Wings Set to Open Friday at Marlow Theater

The new World War I aerial epic Wings receives high praise for its dramatic airplane battles and impressive special effects. Directed by William Wellman and based on a story by John Mons Saunders, the film features a star list including Clara Bow and Charles Rogers. Showing Friday night with two screenings Saturday, seats are reserved and available at the Marlow box office.

Failane Sea Amisley Saxghorn Croce Charles Singstard- Sith Suva Ome Trishane Ite Myers Brisbane Naselat Beach Sava Wal Noeptine Sydney Kauai Suva Oakland Aber Picares John Mons Saunders William Wellman Wings San Antonio Texas Hollywood Tls Clara Baw Charles Rogers Richard Arlen Jobyna Ralston el Arendel Ginboat"” Smith Gary Cowper Richard Tucker Henry B. Walthall Heddax Hopper Julia Swayne Gordon Marlow Theater Marlow

Tillers urged to stand together in world goods drive

Regina Sask June 3 AP An address by C J L Buenell chair before the international Wheat Pool conference urged all co operatives handling farm products to unite for equitable distribution of world goods Sixty five delegates from United Kingdom Australia Russia United States registered before noon Today Burnell said Cos operators the world ever should march forward together We are not striving to take that which belongs to others but to distribute goods more fairly.

Regina Sask C. J L. Buenell International Wheat Pool United Kingdom Australia Tal Russia United States Cos Burnell

Shawnee Man Held For Bank Robbery Questioning

A Shawnee, Oklahoma man identified as Charles Holden, 39, was arrested for questioning in connection with a bank robbery at Lamar, Colorado, where relatives were reportedly harmed. The suspect, named Joan by some statements, was taken into custody today as the investigation continues.

Shawnee, Okla Joan Charles Holden Lamar Colm

Hollywood High Life as Shared by a Slayer

Clark testified for hours about slain man’s Hollywood activities and his alleged links to Charlie Chaplin. He described plans to use those ties for a $208000 suit against Chaplin’s ex-wife and details of settlements offered to Solovich, including a $30000 figure, with unresolved claims of a $1,000,000 suit.

Hollywood Clark Charlie Chaplin Grey Chaplin Clarke Rase Agai Clain Hg Chapin Lita Geey Solovich Selovich Los Angeles

Gates of the Mountains Regular Boat Schedule

Boats depart Hilger Landing at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Special trips can be arranged by calling 26 F 1. Light lunches and soft drinks available. Don’t miss the wonderful summer trip.

Hilger Landing

Witness Describes Chauffeur Role For Solovich At $50 Weekly

A witness testified that he drove Solovich as his chauffeur at fifty dollars a week and knew Solovich attended social events with Lillian Gish and Charles Ray. The witness added that Solovich was driven to actress Ariana Davies' residence about twice weekly. Clark is expected to resume the stand tomorrow.

Solovich Salovich Arian Davies Olen Noesto Solosich Lillian Gish Charles Ray Clark

Lindbergh Flier Lands At Stout Field In Indianapolis

Col. Charles A. Lindbergh arrives at Stout Field Indianapolis with two companions Major Thomas G. Lanphier and Col. Henry Breckenridge. They depart immediately to search for a landed aircraft described as missing after a landing last night.

Tndianapalis Ind Charles A. Lindbergh Ryan Stoutfield Lindbergh Thomas G. Lanphier Henry Breckenridge Ham

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