08 Jun 1928
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Newspaper
Helena Independent
Location
Helena, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1928
Page
1
A June report from Portland states the Southern Cross airship, en route to Brisbane, Australia, encountered bad weather and radioed a forecast of rough conditions. The ship, by Mackay Radio Telegraph, gave its position near Suva after a seven day journey from Callan Oakland, bound for Suva and then Brisbane.
President Coolidge used a pocket veto on the Muscle Shoals bill by not signing before midnight ending the ten day window. White House officials say the bill dies. Senator Norris argues it becomes law without his signature amid ongoing dispute over pocket veto validity.
Kansas City June 7 AP pooling rivals for the Republican presidential nomination formed a single command to defeat Herbert Hoover in next week's national contention. The coalition absorbs fall candidates who campaigned against Hoover, uniting to back anti Hoover leadership and suspend individual campaigns to focus on unity.
An attempted assassination disrupted by police as Premier Vanka arrived at a station. The attacker, identified as Iivaka, was captured and detained. The premier remained unharmed and proceeded to a conference with party leaders.
Dispatch from Agram reports renewed Jugo-Slav demonstrations in Zara Dalmatia with injuries and property damage. Several houses and flags were damaged as tensions escalated, with observers noting mobs clashing and the crowd tearing at emblems and banners.
Charles A Lindbergh lands at 4250 p.m. at Artiss Field after a Buffalo flight in a cross continental tour supporting Transcontinental Air Transport. He acted as technical adviser on the trip and carried two passengers.
Premier Poincare addressed the chamber detailing steps to stabilize the franc after the new rate is set. He urged continued thrift, export growth, and reduced spending, while avoiding a firm date for the operation. The declaration drew mixed reactions from radicals and socialists amid bipartisan applause.
In Roseland Louisiana on July 7 a doctor named Hyde was shot dead by his wife who was arrested. When allowed to enter another room she drank poison, dying soon after. No motive was learned for the crime.
Early signals reportedly heard from the dirigible Italia expedition of General Umberto Nobile. Hints suggested the messages came from Opey r Giagi or the crew, with tapes indicating survivors among Ming's Bay group. Difficult transmission conditions persisted as operators urged a retry at 3 PM.
A train struck an automobile near Makinaw killing six people including a man aged 46 and his three children Teddy Ifye and Lawrence. His wife and a 47 year old man named Earakd Watson also died. The group were returning from acometers when the crash occurred as the car was struck and dragged under the wheels.
Athens reports Corinth tremor shakes the city causing structural damage. Several hoses collapsed and bystanders fled as aftershocks rattled streets in a sequence tied to recent disasters. Local authorities urged calm while crews assessed damaged areas.
The article details 104 graduates receiving diplomas at a ceremony held in the Shrine temple auditorium. Rev. James F. Chariman delivered the commencement address to encourage graduates’ future service. Judge Tachi Wy selenite and Miss Manhue Keane performed, with musical and benediction moments noted amid a large audience turnout.
Six leaders in a pen riot were convicted of first degree murder and sentenced in a Superior Court. A motion for a new trial was denied as the hangings occurred at the location of the original killings. Names include Satheny Bevavean Foostakes, Thine Uresby, Walter yd Aberg, and others.
A pilot named Stultz hoped to depart today as forecast winds and rain lashed the early morning. The scene at Moorings in Trepuesey harbor showed adverse conditions with strong winds and rough seas.
A fragmented OCR note references a local darts event, mentioning contestant names and a venue. Readable fragments imply Curtis and Mabel Ball are involved, with a plan or match set for today at a field or venue titled Bull Plane.
An attempted nonstop flight across the United States by Lee Scharber and Harte Jacker started from Arizona toward New York. The midflight plan and the aircraft details were unclear in the readable OCR.
Republican and Democratic contenders filled the Montana 1926 primary slate with 127 entries. Officials reported filings closed at 5 PM yesterday, including candidates for national, state, and district posts. Notably, six Democrats entered the second judicial district race and six Republicans in the eighth district. Fergus's Tanine E Patton entered the race for state superintendent.
The case titled St Gothard Incident has been officially closed after review. Authorities reported no further action or ongoing investigations related to the incident.
Piilomena Lejeune, 67, a Cascade County resident for 40 years, died from injuries after a car crash 25 miles east of Great Falls. The accident involved a vehicle plunging over an embankment into a tunnel. Lejeune was ejected and died at the scene. Joseph Lee Lemmes and others were riders in the vehicle. the crash occurred as the car left the road and struck the ground.
The article notes a Montana woman honored by Glubs and lists new directors appointed at a meeting. Names include Mrs OU Wigkenhorn of Montana, Mrs WP Milser of Oakland, and Mrs 4 Tota of Casper. Denver was also chosen at the convention.
An explosion at the Rusnam Vagle cafe in Hollywood destroyed the venue, injuring eight men and fatally injuring some. Investigators searched for MS Javalus to probe the matter as the blaze followed a gay party attended by film performers including Charles Chaplin and John Mel Comnick. A note mentions $10,000 in insurance on the cafe before the blast. Continued on Page Tend.
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