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Newspaper
Helena Independent
Location
Helena, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1927
Page
7
Rain and cool spells forecast as river levels rise along Jefferson Canyon routes. Community notices cover surveys for federal highway routing, household services, travel plans, and local meetings, with several obituaries, church services, and civic items listed.
The highway commission announced a $300000 program for road work with bids to be opened on July 13 and July 29. State highway engineer Howard W. Holes said more contracts will be let later, with another call anticipated for August 1 as remaining 1927 projects move forward.
Sheriff Clie Unrgess reports Edward Le Botty was sentenced to six years in the penitentiary, while two feeble-minded children were ordered to the hospital for mental diseases at Warm Springs. Medical examiners say the children require better care, though one father is able to provide support. Due to current law, the state cannot keep children without adequate care at the site.
Articles of incorporation for the new Hohy Oil Co of Shebby were filed with the secretary of state. Capital stock is estimated at 5100.00, divided into 1 shares of 1 each. Six thousand are subscribed by Edw V W Bethel David T Olson and others Hawg of Saco and H Yanush of St Paul Minnesota.
Mrs Ananda Ransome Neville a California pioneer died yesterday at the home of Mrs Rickard manager of the American Satchioy and Refining plant at Helena. In her ninety years she traveled widely and met royalty including Queen Victoria and the pope. Her husband Captain Thomas J Neville died in San Francisco before moving to Denver and then to New York before returning to Salt Lake City. Her life spanned much of early California history with a storied family background and a vast collection of travel souvenirs and historical documents now preserved at Bancroft Library. Funeral services are set for this afternoon and her ashes will be interred in Denver.
Montana's national guardsmen prepare for the first regimental parade at Camp Rickson grounds this afternoon. Major Alfred T. Rockwood arrives for instruction in chemical warfare as guests at officers' mess include Mrs Jump and daughter Mary Laye of Lewistown and Secretary of State William Power.
George Shanley, Great Falls architect, was ordered by the state board of examiners to conduct a thorough inspection and prepare a report on Corbin Hall at the State University in Missoula. The board had raised objections to the residence hall’s construction quality and materials not meeting specifications. The note mentions historical surgical antisense usage in May 1886 linked to Lord Lister and German creosote and other agents.
Rural clubs across the countryside are organizing a camp for July 13 at Broadwater. Sunshine club met at Coltrae Place, Prickley Pear club gathers at Merv R.T. Rowson's home, and Worth White tutors will convene at Mrs. Pierson's residence. A surviving Danish invasion re-enactment, Abbots Bromley Trumpet Game, continues in England with twelve men wearing deer skulls and antlers.
Weather in July and August favored unusually large yields across Montana. Crop statistician Jawla Diamond of the federal Agriculture Department reported excellent growing conditions, with moisture and grass growth boosting hay prospects. Winter and spring wheat forecasted to be strong. livestock conditions cited as favorable. Other northern states fared worse due to delays and floods, while Montana's crop potential remains the standout.
The monthly report of WyLL Smith shows county funds totaling 416,000 on May 61 with all government parts solvent. Individual funds include County general 67,067.01 road 7051450 poor fund 49.85 bridge 9,646.15 and other items. taxes collected total 2,45G HT. The report notes interest and sinking funds will be paid and 20,000 principal cared for.
At a musical by the Deaconess School’s music and drama department in Helena, two gold medals were awarded. Miss Mare J Rahler, daughter of Voctor Nohler, won one prize for her vocal work, and Miss Telena Waren of Butte won the other. The performances were praised as high class.
The Antlers program offers a 2 43 matinee featuring See You at Jail a 1920s pretere with Jack Mulhall Alice Bay and Mark Swais leading a fast comedy. Also on the bill are Felis the Val Topics of the Way and a Mack Sennett two reel. Evening shows at 7 and 9 15 include five acts of Associated vaudeville and a feature grctire.
A young driver in an old car narrowly missed colliding with an elderly couple as he sped through a blind Beechinridge corner yesterday. The elderly pair, in a stopped car, were barely touched as the young driver swerved in time. A bystander officer noted the near miss and praised cautious driving, urging slower speeds at intersections.
The State Firemen meet in a three day convention opening today in the Che nitt area. About 100 attendees are expected as sessions begin with an invocation by Row. Jantee McNamee and remarks from Columbia Organization head Apnotd agent. Afternoon events include a parade to Hin Mountain followed by a reception at the Maree Hotel with committee reports and planned activities for the session.
Erratic Havre Montana report notes a Montana Public Service hearing on gas rate structures and distribution costs. It mentions company filings, cross references with Hart Rock Oil, Havre Natural Gas, and Montana Gas Transmission, with local personnel and a funeral notice amid mixed local items.
James S Bell father of James J Bell ex service man declared incompetent by district court filed guardian petition. Guardian appointed in 1923 died in March. mother received government compensation totaling 1500 and 3680 monthly earlier, son now in veterans hospital and to live with guardian, guardian willing to take charge to aid, petition argues this is best arrangement.
Local Elk entertainers performed last evening for a soldiers benefit at Kort Warrian Hall. The program featured singing, dancing, bagpipes, piano, and vocal solos by Earline Mason, Carole Lobe, Bethy Stark, and others, with dances by several performers and a finale by Master Serge Miller.
Helena and East Helena businessmen form advisory board to launch the Army's Humanty Effort. Captain H Nadeau describes nonobtrusive visitation, secondhand furniture drives, and repairs to support families in need. The appeal seeks $3,000 to sustain services for 12 months.
Supreme Court amends Cascade county probate ruling in the Martin Connolly estate matter. Flanagan executor is not liable for a $4,043.73 deposit but must cover a $5,748.82 mortgage balance, $10,720.98 from livestock stock, and $29,778.15 for personal liability after alleging failure to sell assets or cover debts. Heirs contest the accounting and seek reversal.
Mrs Louise K Pool of Billings won the Kelvinator contest prize for the state. A new Kelvinator cabinet was presented by the Billings hardware company. Hundreds of manuscripts were submitted. her poem was selected. Pool was born and raised in Helena, daughter of the late Wo Fisk, Helena High School alumna, well known in the city.
Governor Erickson seeks extradition papers to return Eusick held at Sand Point Idaho. Eusick is wanted in Miles City for cashing an $87 check while in possession of Thomas Bernard. The suspect’s migration is noted as rapid and difficult to track.
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