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Newspaper
Helena Independent
Location
Helena, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1939
Page
7
Townsend June 4 construction began on a new road section from Tayteend to the GM and 18 a farm to prathol project funded by the state. Crews laid crushed rock surface, prepared culverts and set up a camp one mile out of town. The work aims to improve a highway for farmers to market crops, with state crews and local labor.
Townsend notes a flurry of visitors and departures. Families travel to visit relatives in Alberta and Boulder while locals attend funerals and guild meetings. A hospital patient returns home and a bake sale at the Townsend hotel aids St John’s guild.
Four runaways, aged 19, 17, 27, and 14, were taken into custody by officials in Kalispell after they were found wandering and driven from a location. Investigators questioned the group about a plan to substantiate motorcycle wolfcam traffic and a speed issue.
A group of youths aged 11 to 15 vandalized the Malta clubhouse, breaking and destroying furniture, dishes, mirrors, and decorations. Items valued around 2000 dollars were damaged, with chairs, tables, beds, wardrobes, and portraits ruined. Police report a window thrown and a chase that led to a suspect being caught on site.
Boulder June 28 readers learn of a school musical program at the Methodist church featuring pupil performers Virginia Wobinson duques Wallin Netty Mosier Vera Anderson Dorothy Glannt Blanche Wallin Margaret Tvutet Martha Davis Sle Geos Clara Herutan. Council notes discuss city projects and cancer education outreach. events include a 4H club convention delegation and social gatherings in Boulder Not Springs honoring guests.
Neer Lodge reports Powell County Sheriff now uses a short wave radio installed atop the courthouse, with two 80 foot masts and direct calls to Butte, Helena, and Great Falls. Philipsburg Moose to host Treasure State Order gathering with members from Anaconda, Deer Lodge, Missoula, and Helena. Anaconda, Deer Lodge, Missoula drum and bugle corps expected to bring about 40 attendees.
The 2 43yearold son of Mr and Mrs Louis Cummings was stung about 30 times Thursday afternoon after wandering into an antary of Mrs Made Stanford Moat of the ating. Several stingers were removed from his mouth and head as he recovered at home.
Bozeman June 16 An entomologist offers several ant control methods. Mill cites practical treatments for a summer surge into homes and gardens, including poisons, powders, and soap washes. He notes safety for humans and children and suggests requesting official syrup formulations from the Montana Agricultural Experiment Station.
New York data show merchant turnover slowing slightly while Dun and Bradstreet notes uneven growth. Weather boosted some consumer activity and manufacturing resisted declines with new orders advancing. Wholesale distribution remained strong and retailers faced mild, but noticeable, upturns in activity. The survey cites weather as a major influence and notes rapid air speeds at 320 miles per hour with a range of 2,000 miles and power to carry 60% pounds of members.
A letter from the Glasgow fishing club urged installation of fish screens at Nelson Reservoir to protect game fish from the northern Montana waters. The club stated Nelson is the region’s only large body of water and urged funding and engineering personnel to complete the work despite provincial delays.
City plans a $200000 oiling program on streets including South Wyoming between Transhect and Montfort with total expenditures around $500000. About 25 miles of streets to be resurfaced with steel surfacing and paving to run to full capacity, weather permitting, beginning this afternoon. After Wyoming street, adjacent blocks in the area will be surfaced.
A Montana court filing in Lewis and Clark County seeks a ruling on the title and ownership of real estate in Helena. The complaint names several defendants including the estate of Libhis Blanchard and others unknown, requesting a decree that the plaintiff holds the rightful title and that all defendants be barred from any claim or interest in the property. The document, dated May 27, 1910, is signed by Clerk Will Whalen and appears in the First Judicial District of the State of Montana.
A June 16 notice from Andy Gosline, president of the Shorthorn Association in Wisconsin, reports a breeders tour and regional meeting postponed due to shortages. Officials including Wat dleine VY Gawld and others were slated to discuss tour stops, member participation, and top market shorthorn stock, with plans to reschedule after spring works and member attendance.
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