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Newspaper
Helena Independent
Location
Helena, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1932
Page
1
Democratic leaders gather in Chicago amid a looming platform battle on liquor repeal while party plans its June 27 start. Jayet Shouse, head of the Democratic National Committee, moves to shape the convention and possible prohibition stance as rivals argue over the GOP agenda.
A drifting launch near Point Con repelon was found with women aboard. Captain JP Oldat of the fewriter Lmergency AG led the rescue while crew and onboard personnel were assisted by Coast Guard units in securing everyone safely.
German British researchers attempt to transform a hilly goat into a youth atop the Brocken in Saxony using the High German Black Art rite. Despite bell scrapings and blood honey, the ritual fails, though observers note adherence to the prescribed rites. Continues on Page 3.
Bandana Chile: June 17. A military coup installs a new junta led by Marmaduke Grove, ousting moderate socialist Na Na and toppling President Sann Kateban Mon tere. Grove’s forces, backed by the army, declare the serialist Republic of Chile will prevail, as Davila’s allies confirmed their backing. The action follows two weeks of power shifts and a government that intends to continue the preselected path.
In Minnesota a group of young men held an apparent outreach for “honest, reformed drunkards” stirred by Volstead's response. Andrew Volstead was asked if he knew any reformed alcoholics, but he declined to name individuals and dismissed the inquiry.
Chicago reports a heated debate over Republican platform moderation with the Wantons National Committee for Law Enforcement declaring no dry victory. Alonza Wilson, executive director of the American Rustnown Men's Prohibition foundation, listed 14 points of GOP agreement. Henry W Peabody denied forming a women’s prohibition party while questioning Democratic platform satisfaction. A July 4 meeting in Indianapolis will assess the situation and determine allegations by city women.
The assembly in Great Falls heard Governor Erickson speak at a welcome dinner, noting Montana is poised for a bumper wheat season. Officials expect crop prospects to strengthen as the growing season progresses, with estimates signaling a strong harvest ahead.
Washington reports the American legation at Polpinga is attempting to evacuate seven Americans from Kaichow in Hopol province after bandits seized the city. Government troops fight to displace them, with danger of significant clashes. Listed Americans include Mr and Mrs Brown and two children, plus several others with Indiana ties.
In Rome on June 17 five mob militiamen executed two enemies of Il Duce. Dom enico Rovena and Angelo Sharieiatte were condemned after confessing plots against Mussolini. Rovena was executed first with a sword, then Sharieiatte, as the crowd cheered and the squad fired volleys.
New York January 17. Brownell, chairman of the American Smoking and Banking company, said upon arrival from Europe that indications point to action soon to advance trade. He emphasized consideration by European statesmen on a major world issue and predicted a better chance for a conclusion at the Lausanne conference within the next six months.
Washington June 17 report notes tax reflections for May show fewer bridge pages sold than in the same month the prior year. The total for War bonds and related packs reached 0,949,913 with 3,082,061 figures cited in the imperfect OCR.
The 10.8 mile McNonald Pass road between Helena and Missoula will open Sunday. Clark, senior highway engineer at Missoula, says the route shortens the trip by 3.8 miles and about 25 minutes versus Priest Pass. The highway, already inspected and accepted by the Montana Highway Commission, currently uses natural granite sand but will be surfaced with crushed rock this summer.
An expedition led by Robert Churchward and Captain John G Halman aims to back-track a missing explorer near the Tapajon and Madeira rivers in California. The mission, inspired by a Swiss trapper tale, seeks to uncover the fate of Stephan Rattin and recover the captive Saher.
In Montreal on June 17 ten men died and 17 more are missing after a series of explosions and a raging fire wounded many. The Vickers dry dock and the oil tanker Cyrbeline suffered extensive damage with millions in losses. Fire raged for about an hour sending flames high and lifting bodies into the harbor as workers struggled for safety. Names of the dead and missing include Paul Henrichon and John Ewen among others. many injured.
Washington June 17 An avalanche of senate votes crushed hopes of thousands of veterans massed at the capitol for immediate payment of 2.4 billion in bonus certificates. By a 62 to 18 vote the senate rejected the Patman bill and 44 to 26 to table a motion to reconsider. boos greeted the decision as veterans vowed to stay until the bonus is paid.
Kewlatown June 17 AP A 18 year old farm boy saved his mother from a burning house near Hanover seven miles north of town. The fire started by a defective attic fire. Mrs Teuia Starke escaped outside but returned to save insurance papers and her purse. She was overcome by smoke and heat as she dragged him from the building. The son John was listed as injured and both were taken to TeW Istewy for medical treatment.
Washington June 9 The bishop said the Republican platform does not pledge any nominee to a specific course. He notes two facts first the party does not commit, but urges action by Congress on retention of the 18th amendment or substitute. The second fact is the issue will enter elections. Democrats to follow later. Bishop Cannon reserves further comment pending the Democratic convention.
Alpine June 17 Ernest Brinkert a White Plains taxi driver held after Winlet Sharpe’s death was released by Col Norman Schwarzkopf. Brinkert had been kept at police HQ voluntarily after being linked to the Lindbergh case through Sharpe’s death and identification of Brinkert as the man who accompanied her. Another Ernest Miller of Closter N J denied being the person with Sharpe, claiming Brinkert was not involved.
John Nine, alleged to have undersold an organized beer gang, was shot dead in front of his wife at a roadhouse and hotel on Cranked Lake near Waukegan, MW. A gang of men forced entry and opened fire, killing Nine in a dramatic confrontation.
An American, Rodney JK Heim, was found shot to death in a weed patch in a Shanghai suburb. The victim, a Portland, Maine resident, was identified amid confusing details with several misread names. The report notes his mother living in Pasadena, California and places linked to Miaokien and New York.
A Chicago report quotes Muna Lee of the National Women's Party criticizing Republicans for failing to endorse a constitutional amendment guaranteeing equal rights for women and expanding ballot access. The party urges action to secure women's suffrage and equality nationwide.
Reichs army appoints General Husse, commander of the first Army group, as national defense minister succeeding General Groener, who has retired.
The Minnesota district of the American Lutheran church passed a resolution at its annual convention in St Paul opposing prohibition blite laws and similar efforts to secure social reforms through legislation. In a different item from New York, Helen Henderson and William Duryea returned from Europe to announce a prospective divorce after a honeymoon aboard the Huer LaFayette, with each occupying separate cabins.
The Lausanne conference opened with cautious dialogue among major powers and a British led stop-gap agreement to suspend reparations payments from June 30 for the conference duration. France Britain Belgium Japan accepted the measure, seen as prolonging talks toward a permanent settlement and extending deliberations into July.
Vernon county officers reported tonight they had arrested three of the five men who robbed the Citizens' National Bank at Fort Scott Kansas of $30,000 today. No loot was found. The men refused to talk. They were brought to Nevada by Sheriff W. W. Butner and two deputies.
Washington June 17. Prohibitionists urge President Hoover to repudiate the prohibition plank and oppose his renomination. Hoover greeted congratulators at the White House and planned campaign steps with Vice President Curtis. He may stay near the capital and skip major travel to seven or eight cities while Everett Sanders directs the RNC.
Los Angeles reports evangelist Aimee Semple McPherson is suffering neurasthenia blamed on long emotional strain. Dr. Williams, chief physician, notes no fever and says she is emotionally worn out after years of intense public life. Mrs Nation, away with her husband, seeks rest as a related breach suit looms in Catalina Island court.
Paris June 17. Tlenty L. Stevens national commander of the American Legion arrived in Paris and was greeted by French officials He laid a wreath on the tomb of the Unknown Soldier His visit supports plans for a return voyage to the United States this year of 600 French World War veterans.
Kalispell June 17 Pr G. H. Adan of Somers was chosen president of the First National Bank to succeed the late HL Keith. Dr J F Houston was named first vice president and W F Schnell second vice president and cashier.
Washington dispatch reports General Dawes leaving Washington for Chicago to retire from public duties after over eight years in office. Dawes answered questions with terse phrases while photographers crowded the scene. a mix up with a photographer and a porter created a brief commotion as he prepared to depart.
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