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Newspaper

Helena Independent

Location

Helena, Montana, United States of America

Date

Jun 16, 1938

Page

8

American Legion convention to draw 3000 in Helens Montana

The American Legion plans a three day June meeting June 23 to 25 with about 3000 Legionnaires and auxiliary members. Gov Roy E Ayer will address a joint session with Mayor A Roberts, Ora Armstrong and Amy Dehnert to preside. A public finals night at the high school athletic field features drum corps and auxiliary drill teams.

American Legion Department Hugh Adair Hills Park Parite Legion and Legion Ausiliary Montana Roy KE. Ayer A. J. Roberts Gov Adair Roberts Ora. Armstrong Kaliapell American Lenton Mra Amy Dehnert Hardin The Legion Auxiliary Harry M. Johnson Anaconda American Legion Halsey B. Cory Minneapolis Legion Drum and Bugle Corpa Helens Sargent Legion Legion Cota Seventh Avenue Helene Jerry's

Fires scorch 244 acres in six days across region

The Northern Rocky Mountain region forest service reports 26 forest fires in the past 10 days in the Missoula area. The blazes damaged 244 acres, with total season activity at 39 fires across Montana and northern Idaho.

Missoula Rocky Mountain Region Forest Service Montana Idaho

Peritonitis Prevented by Bacteria Bait Say 60 Doctors

San Francisco June 15 reports to the American Medical Association describe a new preventive method for peritonitis. Bacteria are planted at the wound site to attract phagocytes that attack the infection, a technique tested in about 2000 human cases. Dr Steinberg explains how toxins are blocked as immune cells arrive, using gum tragacanth and a wheat flour additive to stimulate phagocyte production.

San Francisco American Medical Association Bernard Bremberg M. D Toledo Hospital Toledo Ohio Stalnberg Steinberg

Goodkind Estate to Pay Montana Inheritance Tax

Estate of Abraham L. Goodkind, a former Helena businessman who died in Chicago, will pay a Montana inheritance tax of 1304.32. The interlocutory certificate was filed in district court. The Montana estate totals 221,414 after deductions of about 59.59 with 200,680 in realty, 13,608 personal property, and 50,680 life insurance. Hearing on the report is set for June 28 before Judge George W. Padbury.

Abraham L. Goodkind Helena Chicago Montana State Board of Equalization Tta Goodkind George W. Padbury

Butte Horse Show Preparations For Weekend Event

Butte gears up for a two day horse show at the rodeo grounds with 69 entries from across Montana. Classes include three gaited, five gaited, jumpers and ponies, judged by H J Dunn of Ogden. Notable exhibitors include Missoula rivals and Helena riders. a Big Apple cash contest Saturday and a Sunday style show plus a dog show. Entries accepted through June 17 despite printing deadlines.

Butte American Legion Butte Rodeo Grounds Northwest H. J. Dunn Ogden Utah American Horse Breeders’ Association of Louisville Aristocrata Alice M. Orr Bear Creek Ranch Cameron Dick Randell Symons Dry Goods Company Kennie Evans Si Hopkins Harl Ward Clarence von Bergen Missoula Chester Dare Ross

Youth Confesses Extortion Affair Bombing Case

A youth who planted a crude bomb at a gambling house and extorted $100 in a white envelope confessed after initial denials. Printed notes warned of “protection” until August and promised destruction if paid late. Sheriff Westlake said the confession solved the case. Also announced was a new air service between Great Falls and Glacier National Park with one daily round trip.

Arthur Clayton West Yellowstone Association of Casino Owners Westlake Great Falls Glacier National Park Western Air Suptem Great Park the Park Brownibg

Senate Approves Flood Control Bill Amid States' Rights Debate

The Senate backed a 376 million flood control measure after debates over land condemnation without state consent and cost sharing. Senator O Mahoney led initial rhetoric on states rights, followed by attacks from Glass Burker and King before a rushed final vote. The bill passed 61 to 32 as the chamber moved on to deficiency billing.

Senate O'Mahoney Wyo Glass Burker Neb King Utah

NY CALL to GUILTY OF GASH CHILD KIDNAPING

A featured confession describes a child kidnapping plot with an alarming timeline from Hal McLaughlin to J B Cash, detailing the abduction, suffocation attempts, and the discovered corpse. The suspect admits to the crime and a ransom plan, noting it was his first such offense. The article also reports unrelated Moscow retail heads ousted and a note on car loading for smoother rides.

NY Call Hal McLaughlin J. B. Cash

Rebels Fire Weakened by Aerial Attacks Across Coast

Insurgent forces along the Mediterranean coast report heavy air raids by rebel airmen wrecking ships and suppressing enemy activity. General Miguel Aranda arrives amid ovations as insurgents claim cleanup of snipers and gun emplacements. Reports also mention dummy aircraft of reed and matting used by Chinese soldiers to distract Japanese bombers near the airport.

Aranda Miguel Aranda Mediterranean

War Zone Epidemic Amid Flood Crisis Near Chengchow

Foreign observers report a surge of floodwaters along the dike northwest of Chengchow driving a southward advance parallel to the Paiping Hankow line. The approach threatens to force Japanese forces to detour south or launch a new push from Shanei province as hundreds of farm families seek Chengchow and Kaifeng with thousands along the Luangheal line.

Chengchow Paiping-Hankow Shanei Kaifeng Henan Provinces

Expropriation Fight Reaches Supreme Court in Mexico Oil Dispute

The Mexican government led by President Lázaro Cárdenas faces a Supreme Court appeal from 17 American and British oil firms over expropriated properties. Meanwhile a note clarifies nautical mile definitions and a Minnesota duck hunting incident raises lead poisoning concerns.

Mexico City Lagaro Cardenas Supreme Court

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