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Newspaper
Helena Independent
Location
Helena, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1939
Page
6
Tocal briefs report weather and precipitation details for June 1938. The entry mentions temperatures, rainfall amounts, and a low record at Helena Hieta with unclear figures, noting a 2% precipitation for the month and an early morning reading around 320 am on June 11.
The May climate in Montana brought unusually warm days and generous rains in parts, lifting drought fears in eastern districts. Temperatures ranged from below freezing to the high 80s with scattered hail, lightning damage, and several shocks reported. precipitation varied by region, with Turner recording 4.37 inches for the month and highland areas noting heavy hail storms.
Ialies Sergeant Keri Brown and Officer James William a yesterday arrested Homer Pret and a juvenile on diaries of a testing gas from a tar er gian tarad to Mrs. A. T. Hibbard while it was parked in an alley be hind Malnskrot. The officers said they took A siphon, W can and the cap of the Automobile's gas tank from the prisoners, Poet and his companion, were held In the county jail yesterday. 1 8i48 reported that about 1,00, one people were Injured in tratfic aveldente during 1838, -
The Montana railroad and public utility commission scheduled hearings for the MR application. Four hearings are set for Mintoula on June 36 and two at Eureka the following day, announced yesterday.
The State Board of Examiners will open bids on insurance for state automotive equipment on June 20. The six thousand four hundred sixty dollar premium for five vehicles was announced by the board yesterday.
Percy Dodds named new chief of the Kadosh Roey with a corps of officers announced including Frank Sh Neff as lieutenant commander and Henry F. Nation as second lieutenant commander. Other listed officers were George M. Tinsker, William K. Converne, and J. Beott Marriam with further appointments expected. The organization plans a formal installation and date to be set.
A rambling column recalls travel tales from New York to Portland and Helena. It mingles sport and local color with brief notes on readers, immigration questions, court remarks, and a parade of names and places in a late 19th or early 20th century Idaho Montana setting.
Warren Galloway resigns from his post at Helena firm as he accepts a new position with Montana Power. The announcement notes his prior tenure at Glent Falls Livingson and his work under Mr Ratserman, with details obscured by garbled text.
Matt Stall, secretary of the Chamber of Pasumerre, earned some money in a questionable way. A rancher named E. D. Thanag asked to borrow to reach a Great Pally event. Stall lent $3 and later did not get repayment, prompting a letter to A. J. Breitene to seek support for his dying venture. The tone suggests a local humorous private diary style.
Tax collection report details totals from multiple counties with amounts listed for Tune Broadwater Chetray Deer Lodge Rava Trtan Treasure and others. Figures show 1984 and 948 totals with varied sums for each county and overall receipts so far.
Ink ruling by Attorney General Freemourn clarifies that buildings on tracts are assessed as real property if they are part of the property and cannot be converted to personal property. The decision affects how assessments are levied in the county. Jacobsom, accused by Nico Edwards of cashing a forged $25 check, pleaded guilty and paid a $20 fine in Freeman's court yesterday.
The scout camp near Ravre will feature archery with kits obtained to equip participants. Commissioner Yeaterday noted the aim to develop equipment in camp and foster enjoyment. Senior Hendy Marters will handle applications for camps at Camp Jefferson and Camp Vigilante.
President Frank Ceserant of Helena Kowoma departs by air to attend the Kiwanis International convention in June, with plans to visit New Hampshire and New York for the World’s Fair events. He expects to return in about two weeks.
Montana traffic leader Boedecker urged state drivers to exercise caution as 1909 highway fatalities rose toward May rate, with crashes in Willow Creek Chinsak Anaconda and Mingoula. He called for support from motorists and extended patrols during July holiday and tourist months, naming Livingston Missoula Red Lodge Lewis Town Browning Moun dip and Helena deployments for Diamond Jubilee events.
The Federal Credit Union in Minneapolis will host a picnic on June 2b with speakers from the Farm Credit Administration and Credit Union National Association. An entertainment program is planned and ticketing details will be announced soon.
Names such as G Shomer, A Ginet, G Stevesen, Ay MacNeill, Rewer, Tharer Steves, Higming Toft, Ethel M. Lewis, Patrick Ponzy, Milo Smif, Stevens, Chew, T A Brackman, Frank Catlin, Michael dtnatinld, TH Sawtell, Jennie Cariion, Washington Binte university, and David are mentioned with movements to Chicago Seattle Portland and Washington Oregon and California. The items describe registrations, visits, and departures on the Northern Pacific and at Montana State University and Adaconda Placer events with multiple travelers and destinations.
Report describes K Wheeler and Hatonn involvement in a Navy club event with plans to exhibit a silver service and a 100 pound silver set. It notes shipments valued at about 8 thousand dollars and details the display timeline tied to a jubilee celebration and ongoing preparations.
A delegation led by Idaho and southwestern Montana met yesterday with the state highway commission to press a proposed road to the Continental Divide. They seek a 32 mile link from a top of the pass to Leylorn connecting with the Balion river highway to provide a direct cut to Portland. Delegates cited support from regional business and chamber leaders and noted the Gilmore and Pynaugh railroad line is not currently used.
The Rev BW Palen and family are among those hosting for a few weeks while attending winter events. Mr. Pabner, raised in Montana, studied at Mt Wis Academy near Rareman and finished college work at Walls Wily College. He will be buried near Part Innit, Gre, as officials plan for a memorial day.
A local government records reveal the state purchased an eighty thousand dollar school bond issue. The transaction involves Mussett County and applies to school district financing. Officials include Mra Aquumal Br. Sher Wok and Ryan Wu. The article notes estimated tax implications in 1938 and motorists from the United States may bear the tax.
A fragmented report details federal court activities as a U5 district jury resumes work in Beaverhead county. Names like Leo Mivoks and AV. T. Cutie appear amid notes on cases including income tax evasion.
Debenture bids to be opened today by Highway Board for multiple road projects in Patvaleint county and Valley county. Includes construction of trestle bridges and multiple pile-supported spans, with details on treated timber, rockfill, and segment lengths. Bids from AUTRS and other firms listed. wage and contract terms to be determined.
Helena resident Koulinard undertook a westward journey by wagon arriving in Wyoming. The narrative recalls a ranch visit and a life tied to frontier movement, with sparse details about dates and outcomes.
The article recalls Aiken and Sus Aiken visiting Helena on the final leg of a lengthy tour. It notes his prior roles, including serving as secretary to Gov. Josey Kk Towle in 1908, with a two year gap in office and recent movement amid political shifts.
Mies Marpacel Burton of the county health office left yesterday for Seattle to obtain a nursing degree at Washington University. Miss Ant Cassidy of Butte, a graduate of the University of Oregon medical school, will be engaged at the office during Burton's absence. Burton is expected to return in September. Traffic accidents cause about 750,008 injuries annually.
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