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Newspaper
Helena Independent
Location
Helena, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1931
Page
6
A city brief notes a change in temperature for Montana. Saturday and Sunday are expected to bring unseasonable warmth and then cooler conditions later, with no precipitation indicated.
Helena brief items report various locals including a born daughter at St Joseph’s Hospital to Mr and Mrs Culde Martello of Scha Mont, court actions involving William Jarvis and Pat Smith, a Prohibition raid at Missoula, divorce filing by Hazel Buckingham, and petitions to sell estate property of Margaret Schneider with taxes and administration costs noted.
A license for a game farm was issued yesterday to Joseph A Hannan of Deer Lodge by Jack T Carney assistant state wildlife warden. Hannan will raise Mongolian pheasants at the site now housing 18 that are fall grown and 38 chicks. Birds will be kept in pens inside Deer Lodge. Deputy J P McCaffery reported favorably on the plant’s condition.
A stream of residents and visitors are noted leaving Helena and nearby towns for destinations including Seattle Chicago St Paul Springfield Denver Denver Norfolk Missoula and Denver. Among them are Alfred G Taper Clyde McLembre Jett and Theodore Roche with relatives and colleagues in several states.
Twenty nine boys and girls graduated from the eighth grade at St. Elem School, receiving diplomas from Rt. Rev. George J. Finnigan, bishop of Helena. The program included songs, a three act play The Street Boy s Honor, a news lead, and a Grecian sports dance. Howard Coyle won the American Legion medal for outstanding pupil. the XK C. medal for Christian doctrine was presented by George Davis.
The will of Ignorate Mra Ebony Downing leaves residue to son C A Roat of Helena and daughter Mra G F Wilkinson of Missoula after specific bequests to Genevieve Kitt and Ela Connie. Paintings and household furnishings are distributed between the two heirs, who share a third interest in the estate. Judge Poorman set June 11 for probate hearing.
The Clergy Relief Society of the Diocese of Helena announces financial aid for needy members with no capital stock. Trustees named are Bishop George Finnigan Leitham Joseph F Schulte Michael McCormack Thomas L Landy and Dena T Merde. The Home Owned Auto Supply Co of Great Falls plans wholesale and retail auto parts with 66,000 shares no par value. Directors include Arthur F Belzer A B K Belzer and C F Holt of Great Falls.
Rohan, vice president of Winston Trothorn, says Montana Power plans a state based pipeline project employing about 250 workers. Workers gathered at Gut Hawk, Wolf Creek, Elliston, Deer Lodge and Helena, with more to be added as needed. All hires will be Montana residents. Three work bases: south from Cut Bank, Wolf Creek area both directions, and Elliston heading toward Helena.
John G Yenman, cited in a show cause contempt case, argues his finances prevent the required $40 monthly support for two minor children. He claims his job as Terminal Lunch manager in Butte yields only living expenses as the lunch room loses money, with no funds beyond authorized withdrawals. He offers a $90 check with affidavit, stating willingness to contribute when finances improve.
Butte June 5 Four students received master of science degrees and 12 seniors earned bachelor of science degrees at the School of Mines commencement. Prof Theodore Simona received an honorary engineering doctorate for 23 years of service. Chancellor M A Brannon conferred the degrees. Congressman Scatt Lenavitt addressed the class on national progress. Allen Englehnardt of Van Nuys California won the Montana Society of Engineers medal. John Blixt and George Smith won geology and mining contest honors. Fellowships were granted to Eugene Little of Butte in metallurgy and John Blixt and Plato Malodemoff of the University of California in ore dressing.
Gilbert Bilston, 17, son of Mrs. Anna Elston, 129 South Howle, is progressing as a jockey under trainer Roscoe Gonse. Larry Heller, Chicago chauffeur, reports Bilston’s talent and plans, with Heller guiding a Yellowstone Park Transport vehicle before October return. The boy trained at the Selena Postal office era and gained local friends. his widow mother consented to training while keeping strict hours.
The city purchased a Ford based patrol wagon and ambulance unit for about $1,000. The vehicle arrived from Seattle and was tested at the Elks festival in Broadwater. Delivery to the city awaited council approval at the Monday meeting before formal acceptance.
In district court Howard C. Schuyler was appointed special appraiser to inventory Arthur P. Curtin property conveyed to his daughters Nellie F. Curtin and Elizabeth L. Curtin. The aim is to fix fair market value for inheritance tax due the state amid a two year prior transfer before Curtin’s intestate death.
Lieutenant Governor Mazelbaker issued requisition papers on request of Cascade County Attorney. The papers direct Utah Governor to return Lloyd Williams, charged with obtaining money under false pretenses, held in Provo on a fugitive warrant. Deputy Sheriff Chal Landry proceed to Utah to take Williams into custody after approval.
Governor Erickson and Mrs Erickson arrive home this afternoon from French Lick Indiana where he attended the annual conference of governors. Lieutenant Governor Hazelbaker who has led as acting chief executive for several days departed yesterday for his Dilton home.
A class of eight graduates from St Marys School was honored at a crowded commencement. Principal Peter Marnane distributed diplomas as Rev. Connelly gave the address. Names include Ida Hartz Emilie Riche son Margaret Clonio Georgianna Pauly Stella Mougeot Lucille Cozzie Dorothy Hreaman and Clarence Wicks. The program featured St Vincent Academy Orchestra and ensemble pieces with readings and songs concluding with diplomas presented by Connelly. Alumni colors blue and white, motto Upward and Onward.
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