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Newspaper
Helena Independent
Location
Helena, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1926
Page
7
Rosebud County reports a slow soaking rain improves crop prospects after a dry period. Late plantings of small grains show resilience, corn remains unscathed, and winter and spring wheat head near the ground. Range grazing benefits bolster sheepwater supplies, and a good wool crop is anticipated.
Missoula June 12 W B P Han over a forest ranger in the Nez Perce reserve was thrown from his horse and killed last Tuesday. He died from injuries after the fall on a steep Wind River trail near Whitebird Idaho. Hanover aged 43 is survived by his wife and one child and had served four years with the Nez Perce forest. This marks the second fatality among forest staff in the region this spring.
Stevensville June 17 reports the first fatality from Bitter Root spotted fever in years. Henry Gustera fson, about 25, died after nine days illness. His family, Finnish immigrants, lived near Bass Creek with the Jacobson family. He worked at Bonner until recently, and his parents and four sisters survive.
A coyote pup given to the Rauch boys in Lewistown has grown tame and playful at home. It sleeps in the basement, spends days in the yard, and visits neighbors while trying to play with children and dogs. The furs’ father Mr. Rauch says the animal is very smart and a favorite, though they would relocate it if needed.
Hysham Montana June 17 a heartwarming reunion as Mrs Oliver C Lawson of Myers and her mother Mrs C W White of Durant Oklahoma meet for the first time since Lawson was a child. The match followed years of detective work letters and hotel notices prompted by Mrs White kindness to a sick man decades ago.
Missoula June 17 One of the largest native trout yields of the year was caught in Rock creek yesterday by Jack Russell. He weighed forty pounds four ounces and was landed during a trip with Chick White and Thomas Cummings. White said it was the biggest native trout he had seen, though Bitter Root floaters had four pounders previously. The fish was caught on a fly.
Two Idaho girls Miss Wanneta Swanson and Mr T James began a four week trek through Glacier National Park and nearby stops. They traveled from Indiana Falla to Veliewetne then Glacier, visiting Copper City and Fanny Pyle town with plans to reach Salem Oregon and Vancouver before returning.
Forester Charles Powell of Victor reports a gasoline driven pump tested in forest fire fighting near the Batter Run area. The 75 pound pump operated from a truck with a 214 inch hose, handling a four foot stream. The Forest Service has experimented with such pumps for a year and this test proved satisfactory. The blaze covered about one acre of A. C. M. company land before being controlled.
Secretary C. C. Baldwin announces a new chamber of commerce program for visitors entering Whitefish via the Roosevelt Highway. The chamber will provide guides for personally conducted hunts into the Whitefish area and its upper country, with free trips across Winterfalt Lake and to the head of the lake. A pack train man will offer saddle and pack horses at the lake head for trips into the Upper Whitefish country, described as a hunter paradise with no auto trails and only a few explorers to date.
The Montana regiment now camped at Fort William Henry Harrison near Helena is praised as one of the finest national guard bodies seen in years. Colonel Roger S. Puch of the Presidio arrived from Arizona to inspect the Montana unit, with Colonel Fitch also on a tour of inspection across Montana, Wyoming, and Utah National Guards.
Logan residents report guests visiting Mrs M Thompson and Mrs Robinson while Mrs S F McDonnell hosts dinner for Lenora Waters Mildred Pail Bragan and J A McQuillam. Travel notes include Mrs H Robinson to Livingston and Miss Dorothy Bevier returning from Salt Lake to Logan.
Federal jurors found Robert Ratkovich of Roundup guilty in two combined liquor possession cases in district court. The penalties totaled 40 days in jail and fines of 100 dollars, with jail time to be served if fines remain unpaid. Witnesses testifying placed Ratkovich at the home during several liquor sales, though the defense claimed his wife acted without his presence.
June 17, Tuesday afternoon T. C. Carlin a local hotel and apartment proprietor shot himself on Montana avenue. Earlier he bought cartridges for a revolver, shopped town, and asked for a larger caliber at a hardware store. A clerk misfired responsibility and later Carlin walked off. soon after, word came that he had killed himself.
Michael Ris er, acquitted of a murder charge in Lewistown, posts a $5,000 bond for a federal court appearance in September to face a resisting a federal officer charge. Deputy U S marshal Dennis transported Ris er after a hearing at Lewistown commissioner. The raid at the Ris er home left Patrolman Draper dead. the federal case was continued until September after Ris er’s wife’s illness.
Livingston reports 17. through Park county and surrounding state sections have received heavy precipitation over the past 15 days. Montana Power says 81 inches since May 41. Farmers note timely rainfall kept fields from drying. some hail observed but not damaging to crops.
Corvallis June 1 year old boy Jamie Lear of Mr and Mrs Jamie 1) car of this place was accidentally shot through the upper leg while hunting gophers with neighbor Luther Page. The .22 caliber bullet entered the leg grazed the bone and lodged just within the skin a few inches below the thigh. He walked a mile to his home and was taken to Hamilton to have the bullet removed.
John Kittle a Civil War veteran living alone seven miles west of Bozeman was found dead in his one room cabin. Authorities report death by stroke, while a hidden cache yielded bonds deposits and cash totaling about 13 000. Remains sent to public administrator J. Jen Gracey with no inquest planned.
A new worm similar to tent caterpillar is destroying Canada thistle in Kalispell area of Calbrick farm and surrounding fields. Specimens were sent to Bozeman entomologist for study while county agents urge caution until a full report confirms no risk to grain crops before treating thistle growth on farms.
Yosrom and O Nearn guests from Fast Helena visit O Fearn home with Miss Betty Briscor. Trinton and Tarrant visit Bozeman on business. Local theater trip to The Student Prince attended by Smazel, Briscoe family and others. Betty Brisene travels to Radgerburg for a music class. Mrs Lea returns from Wastteins visit. Harvest weather cheers farmers after recent rains. Paulson leaves Taste and Hutte for Cascade. Fourth annual Woman's Vacation Camp attendees listed. Roothtelker visits Manhattan parents.
June 17—Gillette area reports unusual spotted fever spread from wood ticks. At least 24 cases in Campbell county with no deaths yet though some areas show higher fatality. Most cases mild but several severe, urging precautions and medical consultation at first fever or rash.
In Oklahoma and Osage country, native teepees are rarely seen amid a shift to modern housing and fashion. Cherokee assistant attorney general Houston L Tochee notes most elders still wear blankets while younger Indians embrace travel, cars, and urban roles, with many taking responsible positions in business and government.
In Harmony Indiana a history of the first women’s club, Minerva, is preserved in the town’s heritage. Constance Owen Paunt Le Roy organized the group seven years ago, with Miss Ficht Gemax returning from extensive study and travel to lead the effort. The club's founding charter, by‑laws, and relics are kept at the Indiana Preservation of Women’s Elves, highlighting early aims of equality and culture under Robert Dale Owen’s influence.
Detachment of the Seventh Cavalry departs Fort Bliss Texas bound for Montana to participate in the Little Big Horn centennial events near Custer. Special trains carry troops, mounts, and equipment with water stops at Ulhart Texas and Denver route via Burlington. Lieutenant L I Freeman approves Custer Memorial plans and reviews camp and airfield sites for planes from Kelly Field.
Polson July 17 The district court heard landowners petitions on the Flathead irrigation project to form irrigation districts. This step fulfills the appropriation bill stipulations securing 575000 dollars for the project with 65 percent signers obtained. Local leaders Stanley Scarce and W H Kaiser face withdrawals amid valley tension.
The body of an 18 year old youth believed to be Jioward Gunn was found crushed beneath a coal tender on a Great Northern locomotive. He had been riding freight from Great Falls toward Devils Lake North Dakota, with a package addressed to himself in his can. Authorities in Devils Lake and Anacortes were notified after receipts aided identification attempts.
Fez, called the Holy City of Islam in Africa, claims a debt free status with no borrowing. The 1925 budget shows 5.5 million francs covered by taxation and concession revenues. Si Mohammed Tazy Pasha governs as mayor, and city documents carry his signature. The government features three commissions: Muslim, Jewish, and Christian.
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