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Newspaper
Helena Independent
Location
Helena, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1927
Page
1
A round-table panel of frontier figures and a lone Carver debated General George A. Custer's fate after the Battle of the Little Big Horn. Most tied to Custer’s prowess, while Carver doubted suicide claims and argued much of the current view rests on white and Indian sources alike.
Mrs Clar ence W Chamberlin and Mrs Charles A Levine joined aviator husbands in Negmerhaver and traveled via Hanburg Magdeburg to Berlin. They endured heat and crowds, faced constant speeches and camera activity while walking miles through fly halls and harbor piers during a long day that began at 6 15 am and ended at 8 43 pm.
A large fire in Jersey City destroyed the Fourth Regiment Armory causing an estimated loss of 1 to 1.5 million dollars. Three firefighters were overcome by smoke as the Main Infantry of the New Jersey National Guard suffered near total equipment loss except for the American flag and a few banners and trophies.
Thousands from Bozeman and Gallatin County joined railway officials from Northern Pacific Burlington Route and Chicago Milwaukee St Paul in a demonstration celebrating Bozeman as Yellowstone National Park’s official tourist headquarters via Gallatin canyon and the opening of the Gallatin Gateway Inn and the Chicago St Paul partial hotel 14 miles from Wayman along the Yellowstone route. Governor attended as part of the event, with many guests from across the country.
Rapid City reports President Coolidge settling into a summer work and play program he describes as “just exactly what I like” during his Black Hills vacation. A hail and rain storm briefly hit Rapid City, rattling public offices, but Coolidge and White Mouse arrived safely and continued their plans.
New York notes that business activity is not sharply contracting, with some gains in May foreign trade. Irregularities exist amid weather and flood impacts, but overall confidence remains. Weekly bank clearings reach 9,997,156, an increase of 65 percent from last year.
Paris June 17 A lynch mob of about 30 men shot and killed Joseph Unchurch a Black man after he fatally shot Sheriff Caldwell during an attempted arrest. The slaying followed the guard action in the Tennessee county.
Will Rogers, famed cowboy humorist and Beverly Hills mayor, remained in a highly satisfactory condition at California Lutheran Hospital after undergoing a major morning operation to remove gall stones. Doctors stated he was in splendid physical condition to withstand the procedure.
Unfavorable weather postpones Richard E Byrd’s planned trans Atlantic hop off delaying until conditions improve, pending Lindbergh events in New York and a New York reception. Byrd later said he would not start before Lindbergh’s welcome is completed. Florence Trumbull’s graduation ride in a new sport roadster is noted with governor father present. John Conridge makes a college visit after Anherst commencement.
The 45th session of the council of the League of Nations closed amid unease and bitterness. German delegates protested the failure to secure a clear reduction in occupa tion troops in the Rhineland, while fears of renewed tensions between Russia and Poland lingered. Marshal Wohlin to represent.
A protest meeting at North Malte Airnng company calls for action after board upheaval at Du- Vath Mant. A seven member committee will investigate alleged mismanagement and excessive expenditures by directors in the New York offices, with names to be announced tomorrow.
The program for today at the military reunion includes an 8:00 a.m. hand concert by the 163rd Regiment, an 9:00 a.m. assembly, a noon luncheon, and a 10:00 a.m. business session. A 7:30 p.m. band concert at City Park by the 161st Regiment follows, with additional events throughout the day.
Montana Deaconess School gains a $1000 donation from Edwin Gould after a New York visit by Rev. Churgwin. Gould praised for generously supporting childhood uplift and higher education, with $20,000 still needed to complete a new building as trustees push to start construction soon.
A grand military pageant presented by veterans groups with American Legion, Disabled American Veterans, and Womens auxiliary units paraded through Helena streets yesterday afternoon. Crowds filled Main Street and parks as formations, bands, and color guards showcased a soldierly, colorful scene under favorable weather. Reports from the reunion noted Hutten's bid to host next year, with many locals optimistic about the town winning the plum. The event included formal programs, entertainment, and extensive turnout reflecting strong community support. Continued coverage on Pars Two.
At the Washington veterans convention in Billings the joint session of American Legion, Disabled American Veterans, and the Woman's Relief Corps filled the Marlow theater as General Hammond delivered a structured, thrilling recounting of World War experiences. He highlighted three outstanding combat leaders, including Flowae and Port Keogh veterans, and described their roles.
Airmail hero Charles L. Lindbergh returns to St Louis amid massive crowds. The Spirit of St Louis circles downtown as the city honors the national aviation pioneer. Tens of thousands line riverbanks and streets, cheering the lone symbol of flight.
Butte area rail service halted for at least two weeks. Tracks washed out, repairs and bridge work planned, but crews await water recession in about ten days before beginning pile driving for a Lavon bridge. Pacific office statement.
Butte residents report the accidental shooting of 15 year old Sam Stephens by a comrade Mary Nestett 17 in a home setting. Stephens was the son of Mr and Mrs William Stephens prominent local residents.
In Los Angeles on June 17 attorneys for Misa Mackaye wife of Raymond Mackaye argued a new theory on the death of actor Ray mond. Mackaye faces felony charges for allegedly conspiring with Dr W J Sullivan to conceal facts from authorities. Witnesses included Emma Lee and autopsy surgeon A F Wagner who testified Raymond fell from his bed and suffered a subdural hemorrhage, a fall blamed by defense as the cause of death.
In Winnipeg Manitoba Weel Wilson alias Earl Nelson was positively identified by Mrs J L Hill a roominghouse proprietor as the man who entered the room where Lola Comeay 14 lay dead Mrs Hill picked Wilson from a group of prisoners He was charged with the murders of Miss Conway and Mrs Emuly Patterson 27 and remanded until June 23 for a hearing.
The 163rd Infantry reunion and banquet at Moldy Rowe room elected Col John J. McGuinness president, Col Charles J. Sheridan presided, and honoraries included General Greed CL Plaminend and George J. Joyea. Speakers recalled World War experiences as plans for a bronze tablet memorial in the state capital were discussed for the regiment’s soldiers who paid the supreme sacrifice. Next year’s meeting location considered Butte or the same venue, with plans to submit proposals at the association’s convention.
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