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Newspaper
Helena Independent
Location
Helena, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1932
Page
5
Fragmented notices report warm Thursday with forecasts across Northwest states and several city items. Mixed in are political snippets about Honduras and clashes near Lae Harranea as General Juste Uwana mobilizes troops amid October election tensions.
The State Tax Board reported a reduced overall tax burden for state, county, and municipal entities. Figures show shifts in levy totals from 1924 to 1929, with efforts aimed at easing duties for residents and local governments. Officials expect further cuts in the coming year as reform measures take effect.
Authorities locate a wrapped infant skeleton in a deserted West Side shack near Kenwood. Sheriff and coroner investigate, unsure if fetus or premature birth. body sent to funeral home. Coroner James M. Flinn hopes to identify parents. scene visited by Chief and officers for follow up.
A garbled personals column lists visitors and hotel arrivals including Tracey ALOT, Mitchelli Phot, George Shaw of Qvale, and many names such as Mra Berlin Mies and TMaward. It notes arrivals from Great Falls yesterday and mentions a notice about not liable for deities claimed by calhera tan yaa JON FH WADSWORTH.
Helena High School seniors presented a large crowd with a laser flag program led by Sugino tempo last night as they bid farewell to the institution that has been their home for four years. Valedictorian Betty Atwater offered official goodbyes, while Sharon McDuffie gave the greeting as they prepare to graduate.
Tieralley howise Miler, 22, of Vir ginia City, died at Walvis hospital after several months illness. She attended Wirevan City schools and St Mary's Wasaten Academy in Salt Lake City, graduated from the Polytechnic Institute of Los Angeles, and trained at St John's. Survived by parents Mr and Mrs Charles Miller of Virginia City, three sisters Adelaide Isabel Miller of Los Angeles, and Quien Miller of Bozeman, two brothers Ernest and Perma of Manin. Funeral arrangements by Borr Mann and Company.
The youth Nanak Wodres, 18, who died yesterday at St Johns hospital from diabetes, will be buried Friday morning at St Marys church in Retday with services at 10 oclock. The funeral, conducted by Kornary Funeral Home, follows a service at the home. He was a pupil at Arvant school in the Sisth ward, held in high esteem by teachers and neighbors. He is survived by father Sommer D. Hades, sister Catherina, brother Nomer, and his mother who died previously. the family has lived in Malena for about eight years.
John Laggerind sues Lena Munding in the ninth district over a water diversion dispute. Judge Poorman, later disqualified, invited Judge Law to preside. The case seeks a permanent injunction to stop Munding from obstructing a 50 inch water flow from the Colorado area and alleges debris dumping and damming actions causing damage estimated at $600.
Dispatches from Sofia in Vulgaria report a controversial case described as a "tantnatic" involving the alleged mansiere of Turki girls in the Anigadan vilARA area. Wing Rxbout is cited in government circles as discussing the matter today.
County Democrats filed eight candidates for the July primary led by Willan Campbell George Mason and J M Sullivan for the state lower house and Dr James M Flinn for county coroner Additional candidates entered including Republican John H Ross and Lewis Helena figures as the slate grows Sullivan pledges efficiency and economy if nominated Crispin seeks justice of the peace with Julia Brass as his running mate and J M Flinn aims for reelection nor scene.
The Helena ballot features candidates for county treasurer and public administrator with Hy CO W. Rlehtov among Republicans and other Democrats including Tullas P. Grane and W J Cris nin for justice of the peace in Helena township. Col. Martien seeks county assessor and Mrs. John He Burke seeks county auditor, with some offices lacking Democratic challengers. William Campbell, independent candidate for state house renamer, enters politics without a campaign slogan, pledging to protect county interests. Veteran George Mason, longtime Lewin and Clark delegate, is noted for his work with the Montana State Fair and his broad local ties.
The text notes veteran legislator Mr Ross worked at American National Bank for about 1¢ years and vows to serve county interests. It mentions candidate Stlehter as second Republican for public administrator, facing Miss Vermees Elan. Richter, manager of the John Co Merphy and the Beattle estates, is married with children, affiliated with Musophie lodge and Alphin Shrine.
Local petitions reveal candidates for Montana offices including C Z Morris Tayre Ammocrat for attorney general W B Lauda Chinonk democrat for rail and commissioner Joe Matar Great Walls democrat for railroad commissioner Charles Ff Hi e Roundup democrat for judge Floyd Cg Pluent Tutte republican for district indicates pledges to curb extravagance tax reforms and broaden state funding Motar hints at foreign corporation tax and rail industry ties Happy Raters Race Nappe Musselshell county attorney seeks judgeship with promises to uphold office duties across several counties Meantime Motar emphasizes fair returns for big business and American wage standards
The advance detachment of the Montana National Guard 13th U S infantry arrived at 7 p m from Bozeman aboard Northern Pacific trains and was moved to Camp J E Erickson by trucks under Captain DeLap. Lieutenants Henderson Flormdale Wing head 48 enlisted men to prepare camp and food supplies for the regiment's training period June 12 to 25. Additional units totaling about 1 100 officers and enlisted men will detrain Saturday, Col O R Wildname announced.
A night pistol battle in San Francisco at the Andrew Bell home left Policeman Mervin Reardon dead and four others wounded. Policemen John Bell and Frank Loftue, an unidentified citizen, and an alleged burglar were casualties. The armed suspect was killed after opening fire.
Los Angeles AP report says 14 year old Henry Nichols and two others vanished last night with an automobile and two revolvers owned by Ann Nichols' family. A note on the dining room table said Mother dear We are going to conquer the world. Police statewide and sheriffs began a search of wharves and beach resorts.
Wisconsin battle lines form as the conservative wing endorses Walker Kohler for U S senator and faces La Follette progressives led by Gov. Philip La Follette in the September primary amid party realignment and regional rivalry.
Montana delegates and alternates bound for the Republican National Convention in Chicago begin their journey by rail or auto as the June 14 start date nears. The group includes 11 delegates led by veteran participants and professionals from law, forestry, banking and journalism. Hotel plans and travel fares have been arranged by party leaders, with debates over costs and duties shaping the trip.
Stanley R. Davison has completed his course at State University with unusual excellence, earning a degree and teaching certificates. He graduated with honors in history and finished four years with perfect attendance in 22 classes. Davison, son of Mr and Mrs F F Davison and grandfather of Mr and Mrs Joseph Gough of East Helena, was born in Helena and attended Helena High School, graduating in 1928 with a scholarship for outstanding work.
The Montana Deaconess School eighth grade graduates will receive diplomas at 8:18 PM in the Assembly hall. Judge A H Angstman will present diplomas to Judson B Eldridge John J Greene Jr Virginia Ducts Perdue Isobel J Schoenberger and Betty B Wigen. The program includes music invocation class presentation by principal Helen C Piper and a three set operation Peanuts and Pennies by Maude Ortte Wallace.
The Montana Supreme Court agreed to decide if Miles City has a city attorney and, if so, who. Judge Charles H. Loud was named after a May 9 council vote failed to reach a majority, with the mayor voting in ties to appoint Loud. A demurrer by Loud’s side was filed and arguments set for June 14.
About 210 members of the Neighbors of Woodcraft from Helena chapters gathered at the Eagles hall with Lura Viola Wood of Portland Oregon presiding. After the regular lodge meeting, applicants for Helena Circle membership were discussed, and competitive stunts in five ranches named 2012 Double X Circle Bar Circle and O K were awarded prizes before a dance and refreshments.
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