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Newspaper

Helena Independent

Location

Helena, Montana, United States of America

Date

Jun 17, 1926

Page

2

Helena High Class To Get Diplomas

Helena High School features a diploma ceremony with a large cast of graduates listed by name, including many on a long roll call. The program includes a brass orchestra, a chorus, and a high school girls club presentation, with diplomas awarded by Principal Robert Lang Reifenrath and Board President John G. Brown.

Helena Bert Fern Copenhaver Helen Ghariste Crenshaw Helen Marjorie Cunningham Dorcas Atehide Durfee Frances Ann MtzGerald Dorothy Blanche Fitzgibbon Leroy Lyle Mina Theodora Goodie Ebner Wallace Tuillot Blanche Helens Gummow Thomas Clyde Genevieve Haslip James Raymond Heberein Charlotte Henry Anita Genevieve Pearl Ross Hicks Mary Metilda Hill Nash Leo Elmer Nelson Rudolph Lewis Nickerson Doris Wilcox Niklas Amna Mary Noel Clinton Hanger Olson Herbert Stanley O'Shea Pentonia Victorine Owen Constance Prescott Robert Lang Reagan Martha Abigail Reifenrath Charles Herman, Jr Ricker Robert Brooke Roberts Albert James Robertson John Byri Rodenberg Grace Adelaide Rothins Christina Alvina Rupert Frederick Frank Steve Scharpf Lenore Schmutz Margaret Elenore Serenor Frances Josephine Seely Frances Tune Seiler Arthur Paul John Siegel Halcyon Linton William Ernest Smith Alvena Lois Spauiding Donald Roy Spurren Alford Peter Stark Theodore H. Stuart Caroline Barnes Thayer Louis MacLane Thibaudeau Janet Wagstaff Shirley Margaret Walker Arden Marie Selma Harriet Warren Conrad Ko Ella Belle Waters Mary Elizabeth Watson Mary Agnes Wendel Charlotte Blise Wood Ernest Frank Yaeger Henry Aggéns Horus Franz Selubert Ollass Mibert J. Robers John G. Hrown March Hace Brass’ Orchestra Vox Sapientis Onus

Specials Today Fresh Vegetables and Frais

Fresh vegetables and frais feature in today’s specials. Visit for seasonal offerings and select produce at special prices. Street location and hours not provided in the readable text.

Farmers and politicians clash over McNary tariff plan

Democratic and Republican senators spar over the McNary tariff bill, with Democrats urging aid to farmers and criticizing rail and trust practices while Republicans argue the proposal risks higher production and reduced consumption. Key figures include Senators Heflin Dill Blease Walsh and Gillette, plus Secretary Mellon’s stance drawing sharp partisan fire.

Robinson Aluminum Company of America Heflin Alabama Senator Dill Washington Senator Blease South Carolina Gillette Massachusetts Mellon House Walsh Montana

Wreck Kills Ten on Continental Sleeper Near Crystal Siding

Five perished and many injured when a Continental Limited sleeper derailed near Crystal Siding Nevada. The fire led train crews to cut out the car and carry the severely damaged coach to Caliente for search and recovery. Names and residences of the dead and missing include Genevieve Bowen of Wisconsin and several travelers from Utah California and Montana.

Deer Lodge Mont JG. King Crystal Siding Neva Drummond Genevieve Jean Bowen George Thomas Bawen Kewanee Wis Mantina Ealt Lake Guy Italy James New Cmon Vagifie King Woot McGreery Riverside Calif Loveland Colo Cow la Diep Linda AN Mall Redlands Cal Cleveland Medland

Banks Behind Bootlegger Hearings In Los Angeles

A bootlegger named Davidson testified before a California prohibition inquiry alleging ties between banks and bootlegging. He claimed to have dealt with United States National Bank of San Diego the Northwestern Bank in Portland The Royal Bank of Canada and a California Bank branch in Los Angeles. He said he offered evidence to federal officials in exchange for a job and refused to be cross examined after a heated exchange with prohibition officials.

Los Angeles Frith California W. W. Anderson Davidsow United States National Bank of San Deigo Cal Northwestern Bank Portland Ore Royal Bank of Canada California Bank Anderson Jim Joe Davidson Bradshaw Vermont Ave. A West Jefferson Street

Patriotic Societies elect officers for next year in Helena

John Moran of Great Falls is named department commander as Helena hosts next year’s gathering. Officers for the Veterans of Foreign Wars and Spanish War Veterans are listed, with multiple posts voting in new leaders. A banquet and band concert cap three days of events honoring visiting delegates and national officers.

John ©. Moran Great Malls W. T. CG Tfelena Helena Ve BW Missoula Olebeck Post VFLOW Vopw Fred Btover Butler Organigation WW. M. Treynolds Mixsante Jamck Weaver Hamilton Gertrude McVay Billings Florence Hunfelt Butte Cora Jenkins Ada Millard Deer Lodge Chanlaing Gracie McKenna Watherlin Wallace Lewistown Allen Dare Missouri Grand Army of the Republic Jacob Obl Missouda KB. Adams Mamilton G. T. Chambers Malta J.T. Chestnut Great Falls John Marehian Anaconda Council of Administration Comrades Miller Roulter Roger Wagner Veterans of Foreign Florida KR. W. Tubbs Swen Benson Miasania Quartermaster Ed. Hawkins Council Walter Wryn Harriette Owsley Blanche McGuire Susie Janson Marjorie Hichardson Augusta Keain Livingston Thga Cole Wallspell Jalith Aiken Ben Shields Thelma York Mrs. Baltazor Great Falla Sophia Grant Laura 1 Cusick Butts Treas- Rose Ashorne Gross Jary

Rotary nominations signal broad international slate

Rotary International nominating delegates from the United States Canada and England for president and a full board of directors. Nominees include five U S directors and one from Canada and one from Britain with ballots likely needed. Groups met on education methods rural urban acquaintance and other topics as 2029 club delegates gathered.

Thotary Warry Vi. Rogers San Antonio Texan Arthur H. Sinn Huntington Ind Thomas J. Davis Butte Mont United States John T. Symes Lockport Minn M. Eugene News .Com Durham Allen Street Oklahoma City Okla George Relf Salt Lake Cy Canada British Isles J. W. Davidson Calgary Cannon W. Thompson Liverpool Rupert Chapin Chicago Rotary Wade Ad A Sapp Rogera England Rotary Education Norman Black Fargo N. 1 Interna

Severe storms ravage Scottsbluff area causing multiple injuries

A tornado two miles southwest of Scottsbluff Neb caused extensive damage with six farm buildings razed. Mrs Martin Schinaman and her five year old son were critically hurt while Mr Schinaman and others sustained injuries. Mexican workers and two families Dorca and Garela were slightly hurt. Several bridges washed out and crops including hay corn and small grain were damaged.

Here Martin Schinaraan jCheares Schinaman Gore Iis Ted Menn Martin Schinaman Dorca Garela Scottsbluff Jane

Weston tragedy linked to Helena family split

Arthur Weston reportedly died by self-inflicted gunshot at Lingshire ranch after taking a 30 30 rifle from the bunkhouse. His divorced wife and five children, residents of Helena, were awarded custody to the mother after a district court default. The case notes a failed complaint, alleged neglect and nonsupport, with marriage in Lewistown and a former home at 108 Fifth Avenue.

Weston Arthur J. Weston Helena Tle Lowletown Wifth Avenue

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