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Newspaper

Helena Independent

Location

Helena, Montana, United States of America

Date

Jun 07, 1928

Page

3

Will Rogers escapes two plane crashes in one day

Will Rogers the humorist and Dr K J Cheney narrowly avoided death when a mono plane air mail carrier from Los Angeles to Las Vegas rolled over on landing near Las Vegas. Pilot Fred Kelly blamed a broken right wheel for the mishap. Rogers joked about his travel plans and political conventions as Cheney suffered a minor cut.

Las Vegas Nev Will Rogers K. J. Cheney Fred Kelly Los Angeles Rogers Kansas Kelly Las Veras Cheney

War in Mexico on Church Way Cease Soon

Archbishop Ruiz and other Mexican church figures continue exile as negotiations with Pope proceed. The talks, led by a negotiator for President Calles, aim to end religious tensions while keeping existing laws. Calles reportedly resists broad changes, allowing resumption of services under current rules. Ambassador Morrow leaves for Maine then Smith College, plans to return before July fourth.

Mexico Archbishop Ruiz Priesdom Calles Calles Deta Morrow York Maine Smith Tallege Morrme

Hoover Strengthens Hold as Delegates Rule Nominating Contests

Kansas City reports show Herbert Hoover gaining momentum as Republican delegates approve contest rulings. He loses only one seat amid decisive votes, while other candidates gain little. News notes caravan plans and Pershing's departure timing during the convention.

Kansas City Herbert Hoover Republican National Committee On Uan Hoover Texas Commerce Sociary Tennessee Devisionk Ett al Wrank J. Lowden Wespgates

Appropriations Increase Despite Economy Promises

The article criticizes rising national government expenditures despite promises of fiscal restraint. It cites departures from the Republican platform and questions how Congress actions at this session align with taxpayers’ interests amid claimed economic discipline.

Tytny Congress Noriekless

Campaign finance totals show Hoover and rivals in 1920 race

A detailed ledger lists expenditures and receipts for candidates including Herbert Hoover with a large campaign outlay and a deficit, Willis, Lowden, Reed, Goff, Norris, George, Watson, Curtis, Dawes, Hitchcock, Walsh, Hull, Hull successors, and Pomerene. It notes personal payments by several Republicans and varied receipts from supporters.

Hoover Willis Ohio Lowden Torris Reed Missouri Smith Goff West Virginia Norris Nebraska Cay. Initite George Georgia Watson Curtis Kansas

Thaw Denied England Entry On Extradition Grounds

Historic figure Harry Kendall Thaw was barred from entering England less than a week after sailing from New York. Home Office officials cited the Extradition Act of 1879 106 allowing entry denial when a foreign sentence could lead to extradition. The article recalls Thaw's 1906 Stanford White killing and subsequent infamous life.

New York Europe London Paris Vienna Home Office England Thaw Pittsburgh United States Countess of Cathcart Shell Amerten

City Greets Diverse Visiting Figures in Murky Ledger

A garbled local column lists a flood of visitors and residents passing through the city. Names such as Mrs Sima Sinehur and Willie Ro Token appear amid scattered mentions of travel from Seattle to Vancouver and Newton. Several couples plan extended stays, while others depart for events or returns to their homes. The entry reads like a rough itinerary of social and professional movement with minimal coherent context.

Searles Cotton Faces New Murder Charge in Montana

Glendive Montana AP Charles Cotton, recently returned from Deer Lodge where he served a 20 year sentence for a separate offense, is charged with first degree murder in the death of Robert Adams, a young farmer near Glendive. Cotton previously pleaded not guilty to the April 7 incident in a local store after Adams died from injuries.

Glendive Dunn Charles Cotton Deer Lodge Trobert Adams Catton Stark

Lowden Re-Elected President of Holstein Association

Milwaukee June 6 AP By unanimous vote Frank O Lowden former governor of The Nole War re-elected president of the Holstein Frinsian Association of America at its annual meeting. Mt Lowder has been president of the association since 1 inf M Thompson of Montrose Pa un-stected vice president. Philadelphia was chosen as the 4 year old convention host. Stephen Mr. ahcock of Madison Wis originator of the hulterfat chest for cattle was praised by Lowden as the greatest benefactor.

Milwaukee Wik Jone Frank Lowden Nole Holstein-Frinsian Association of America Lowder M. Thompson Montrose Stephen Ahcock Madison Wis Darrying

South Africa Back Kellogg Peace Plan Endorsed

South Africa will back Kellogg Peace Plan for the postwar era. Premier endorses the secretary of state’s appeal and supports the move toward stability and orderly world peace after the war.

South Africa LlesmFyntedn Union Et Soath Afs Iniweiewed Secresary of Ielloge Ndseed

Vaud Show Delights At Marlow Matinee And Evening

Venus McNew headlines a bustling vaudeville bill at the Marlow with candy, singing and dancing acts. The program features Jerry Wagan and Ned Washburn dancers, Villa and Strige on instruments and Hawaiian guitar, and rousing novelty by Jack and Jessie Gibson. Jimmy Fleat and Fenns Sleven deliver strong vocal harmony as part of a lively show.

Venus McNew Flood McNew Marlow Candy Jerry Wagan Ned Washburn Villa Strige Bill Strige Jack Jessie Gibson Jimmy Fleat Fenns Sleven Anly Bim Zander Dan Austin Andy Say

Stubborn Lithuania Stands Pat At League Of Nations

Geneva June 6 CAP The dictator of Lithuania Augustine Walde maras defied the League of Nations council delaying action to settle the Polish Lithuanian dispute. He kept his country’s claim to Vilna amid wartime memories of 1920 and mocked the council’s call for urgent settlement. A sharp warning from M Paul Bonsoni of France urged Poland and Lithuania to resolve their differences within a set period or risk stronger measures.

Geneva Augustine Waldemaras Centire Council League of Nations Vilna Toland Fran M. Paul-Bonsoni France Poland Tathuania

Driver Hits Pole to Avoid Collision

Deer Lode near Meagher taneh reports a wreck when a car swerved to miss a collision. Arthur Tones and Tomi Fitzpatrick were in the vehicle as it struck a telegraph pole, breaking it. Mrs. Reere sustained deep facial cuts from windshield glass.

Tom Boer Meagher Taneh Avoil Arthur Tones Tomi Fitzpatrick

Lower Wool Freight Rates Sought by Western Shippers

Chicago June 6 A plea to reduce freight rates on wool shipped from the West to New England was heard by the interstate commerce commission. I A Davis for the Tos tow Wool Trade Association argued current rates ignore route length and criticized carriers for routing choices favored by the Boston Wool Trade Association.

Chicago PIAA New England Interstate Commercer Asset I. A. Davis Tostow Wool Trade Association Boston Wood Trade Association

Wings praised by aviators in New York review

Thea Rasche and Commander Richard Byrd lauded the film Wings at the Criterion theater in New York City. They praised its technical photography and thrilling aerial combat, noting its realism and romance of flight. The film opens at the Marlow Theatre with showings tonight and tomorrow night, continuing Saturday and Sunday.

Thea Rasche Aviae Irix America Richard C. Byrd New York City Miss Iragehe Poe Marlow Heeater Jones

Johnny Hines Stars In Chinatown Charis At Antlers Theater

Johnny Hines, famed for his comic portrayals, appears in Chinatown Charis a First National film showing at the Antlers theater tomorrow. He plays a New York sightseer guide with a wax Mandarin and a would be suitor to Louise Lorraine while performing daring stunts and a dramatic bridge crossing amid a riotous comic plot.

Johnny Hines Miaker Antlers Chinatown Charis Johmny Rcross St Homan Bridge Aynide Mandarin's Palace Louise Lorraine Anna Mfay Worg Edna May Sofia Srooter Lowry Tia

Gates of the Mountains Regular Boat Schedule

Regular schedule boats leave Hilger Landing at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Special trips may be arranged. Phone 26-F-1. Light lunches and soft drinks available. Plan the wonderful trip this summer.

Hilger Landing

Betty Burdette and Joy Lynn lead missteps in lively column

Betty Burdette and Joy Lynn appear in a crowded gossip column with a playful note about mistaken choices. Charles Tines is mentioned in connection with presenting the offering, adding a local flair to the item and its humorous tone.

Burdette Betty Egan Joy Lynn Charles Tines

Night Hawks to Play for Public Auction

The Night Hawks college dance band will entertain at the public auction sale next Saturday at Alhambra. The orchestra will perform two sessions from one to two in the afternoon and six to seven in the evening, aiming to draw a record crowd.

Hawka Attomeditie Orc Thestra

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