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Newspaper

Helena Independent

Location

Helena, Montana, United States of America

Date

Jun 19, 1927

Page

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Up Will Have Plan On Navies For Geneva Meeting

Geneva June 18 AP Indicators show the American delegation at the naval port opening here Monday will present broad proposals for curbing total tonnage of cruisers destroyers and submarines. It will accompany this with a definite plan addressing the problem in all its technical details. Uncertainty remains over Britain’s interpretation of the agenda as W G C Bridge moan learned shortly after arrival that the conference should cover all questions relating to the arming of ships.

Geneva Naval Porter W. G C. Bridgemoan Admiralty

Weather Outlook for Northern Rocky Mountain Region

Weekly forecast calls for mostly fair skies in the northern Rockies with local thundershowers in mountain districts. Temperatures are above normal at the start of the week, then cooler in those areas as the week progresses.

Rocky Mountain

Oberlin Honors President King on Retirement

Oberlin College and village communities plan a June 20 tribute to Dr. Henry Churchill King who retires after more than four decades as president. King, a lifelong educator, philosopher and administrator, taught throughout his career and served as director of Y M C A religious work during World War I. He represented the United States at the postwar peace conference and was named a chevalier of the Legion of Honor in 1920. King, born in 1879, married Julia M. Coates of Brecksville. they have four sons.

Oberly Oberlin Menry Churchill King St.d Dr. King Oberlin College Ife Mae AL Young Men's Christian Association France Charles Ry Crane United States Turkey Legion of Honor Vic Julia M. Coates Brecksville Charly

President Coolidge Comments on Naval Conference

President Coolidge spoke to editors on the naval parley and planned a Monday Genes conference to consider further imitations of naval reform. He praised the surrounding White House setting and noted Britain, Japan, and the United States will participate, describing the event as beneficial to the country and patrons.

Flin Fens Coolidge Navall Naonal Fdctorial Association White House Asftiough Baltimore Great Britain Japan United States

Senator Reed Urges Clean Elections To Save Soul Of America

Johnson City Tennessee June 18 Senator Reed democrat Missouri declared today that the country must purge corruption spreading from the capital and that patriotic citizens should restore old time governmental fundamentals by stopping the corrupt use of money in elections.

Johnson City Tenn Governtici Benator Reed Democrat Missouri Cclarerl Tennessee Bar Association Amelia

Fourth man chosen for Byrd party to America flight

Roosevelt Field N Y June 18 Lieutenant Berndt Balchen former Norwegian naval officer named the fourth crew member for the Fokker monoplane America. The big plane remained in the hangar awaiting favorable Atlantic weather while Commander Byrd said a start tonight or tomorrow was not possible.

Roosevelt Field Berndt Balchen America Paris Soo Weather Bureau Atlantic Byrd Ton Tor Row

Crow Squaws to Play Red Football Reds Clash at Cody Entrance

Crow Squaw teams meet Red football squads tomorrow at Cody entrance Yellowstone Park for an Indian football game. The opening promises old color and new dash with dances and cheers as crowds gather. Governors and war officials are listed among expected attendees.

Couy Wyo Red Grange Cody Yellowstone Park

Pioneer of Railway Obsequies Seen in Wise River Flood Tale

Butte June 18 AP funeral today of Charles Ferguson, a pioneer of railways and Montana prospector, featured a unique procession from Anaconda to Wise River. An open air service, eulogized by Rev. LP Loft of Dillon, and community singing led by Mrs. Warren Hughes followed by a river crossing on horseback. The seven mile trek through Flood Awe Canyon ended at Dewry Cemetery for interment, with 45 guests on horseback and five women among them.

Butte Charles Ferguson Wise River Frantinr Montana Anaconda Loft Dillon Warren Hughes Arosa

Dry chiefs may have to get out under new rule

Washington reports that several prohibition administrators will likely resign under a law reorganization requiring six years of executive experience. Commissioner Doran announced after Roscoe Harper, administrator for northern and western New York, resigned, saying the law would knockout all but three administrators remaining in the service.

Washington Doran Torlayy Roscoe Harper Northern New York

Will Rogers Resting After Gall Stone Operation

Los Angeles June 18 Will Rogers migratory mayor of Beverly Hills rested at California Lutheran hospital after a gall stone operation. Physicians report he should be out in three weeks. His only complaint, nurses say, was worry that his scar might not be as large as others he had heard of.

Los Angeles Will Rogers Beverly Hills California Lutheran Hospital Rogers

Mrs. Gov. Shoup Passes in Idaho

Mrs. George L. Shoup widow of Idaho’s first state governor died at Salmon Idaho. She was married to the late territorial and state governor who served as Idaho’s U. S. senator for ten years. The Shoup family long lived in Virginia City Montana and the record notes his Civil War service and Colorado Constitutional Convention role. Six children survive.

Spokane George L. Shoup Idaho Salmon Maho United States Virginia City Mant Shoup Colorado Ho Way Childdren

Brotherhood plan hints at bank affiliation venture

In Cleveland on June 18 reliable Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers sources report discussions of a potential partnership with Mitten Management Inc of Philadelphia. A proposal would see Mitten inject capital and take over most brotherhood holdings, with Thomas J. Mitten leading the company. The plan anticipates new cooperative banks and continues on page one.

Gleveland Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers Mitten Management, Inc Philadelphia Mitten T Company Brotherhoood's Thomas J. Mitten

Anaconda Newspapers to End Publication Over Union Demands

Anaconda Typographical Union No 253 warns its members at the Anaconda Standard that on Monday at 2:00 pm the Anaconda Miner Daily Post and Standard will cease publication. Arbitration was refused after unions demanded wage increases and shorter hours, prompting the printers to halt all papers until further notice.

Anaconda and Harte Anaconda Anaconda Typographical Union No Standard Sunce International Typographical Union American Newspaper Publishers Association Re Union The Miner the Post Butte Miner Daily Post Standard 7

Dance at Shrine Temple ends week of Legion and associates

The ninth annual American Legion convention and affiliated groups concluded with a dance at the Shrine temple. The meeting adjourned at the Marlow theater after Fruitful sessions selecting officers and adopting resolutions. New officers include Herbert Kihler commander of the Montana department, with Ted Winters vice commander and Melvin B. Peay historian.

Shrine Temple Legion American Legion Wonan's Auxiliary of the Legion Shrinn Temple Awerlean

American Legion elects Montana officers at tenth annual convention

The Montana department selects new leaders at Butte for its tenth annual convention. Herbert Kibler of Havre is elected commander, Ted Winters of White Sulphur Springs becomes vice commander, Melvin I. Peay is historian, Ted Lodge finance officer, O A Browley adjutant, W K Weaver chaplain, James I Morgan sergeant at arms, Billings. Harry Johnson of Anaconda named national committeeman.

Herbert Kihler Unyra O Manta Department Ted Winters White Sulphur Springs Customs Service Melvin B. Peay Ret Lodge A. Crawlay Glendive W. KK. Weaver Montana Department Herbert Kibler Havre Vier Melvin I. Peay Ted Lodge O. A. Browley Glandtve W. K. Weaver Billings James Imagins Harry Johnson Annconda Butte

Hundred Buried in Colombian Textile Plant Disaster

In Bogota on June 18 reports say about a hundred textile workers were buried at a Rosellon plant near Medellin after a collapse or explosion. Early notes suggested many were killed or injured and rescue efforts continued through the night.

Bogota Colombia Colhipoe Rosellon Medellin Medien

Butte Woman Heads American Legion Auxiliary Year

Mrs Lowney of Butte was unanimously elected president of the Montana department American Legion Auxiliary for the coming year at yesterday afternoon’s meeting. She previously led the Helena unit years ago and served as secretary in Oregon. The election followed the annual convention and signals a continuation of active auxiliary leadership in Montana.

Mrs. Lowney Butte American Legion Auxiliary Gertrude Lawnry Butle The American Legion Auvihary Montana Lawney Heer Halpsburg Oregon Tve Hutte Anit

U S Detains Arms Meant For Mexican Rebellion

U S agents seized two truckloads of munitions near Santa Barbara as they traveled from San Francisco to Mescalos. Four men from a San Francisco supplier were arrested while the shipment, including automatics, rifles, machine guns and over 100000 rounds, was prepared for ocean transport to the southern republic. The operation, ongoing under federal direction, aimed to stem a planned revolutionary effort in Mexico.

Eun Pedro Cal Ny Department of Japtice Santa Barham San Francisco Fereral Santa Barbara Los Angeles Vease

Hydromel Wins Derby at Washington Park in Record Time

Hydromel, the chestnut colt previously fourth in the Wentworth Derby, claimed the peak American Derby at Washington Park by five lengths over four rivals including Whiskery, Kentucky Derby winner. Handy Mandy finished second, Buddy Bauer third, with Whiskery fading to finish near the back as a sweltering crowd of 35 000 to 40 000 watched. Hydromel clocked 2 29, breaking the track record of 2 40 2-5 set by Boot-to-Boot last year. Odds paid 6 70 straight, 3 00 to place, 240 show.

Chicago Mydramel Washington Park Hin Standy Mandy Hal Trice Headley Whiskery Dolan Buddy Baner Pleca Hand Rus Hydromel Agaydromel Buddy Bauer i

Fisherman Cal and the Vanishing Wire Tale

In Nelson British Columbia on June 18 a fisherman known as the Jack Elitist complains after a telephone company wire causes a fishing mishap. A trout nibbles the bait and the wire erases a scene at his home, prompting local perplexity.

Nelson B.C Kootenay Lake

Flood Toll Seen Rising Across State Lines

An AP dispatch from New Orleans reports Secretary Teaver indicating Mississippi flood relief costs could reach between 200 million and 400 million dollars. The estimate suggests up to 751,000 people flooded and 690,000 driven from homes or left dependent on aid as floods worsen nationwide.

New Orleans Tolay

Lindbergh greeted by vast St Louis crowds after homecoming

Lovie presented Colonel Charles A Lindbergh with a rousing reception in St Louis after his Atlantic flight. An estimated 37,000 lined the route and ball park crowds matched the parade in enthusiasm, as residents cheered the famed aviator through two hours of cheering along eight miles of streets.

St. Louis Lovie Charlea A. Lindbergh Trom Atlantic Flier Paris Lindsbergh Ball Park Sportsman's Park

Dick Coe of Helena Named President by Firemen of Montana

Helena fireman Dick Coe was elected president of the Montana State Firemen's Association at the close of the annual convention. Mildred Tayneson, Helena, was chosen first vice president and J. Momer was elected secretary treasurer. Livingston was chosen as 1928 meeting site. Juhl refused nomination.

Dick Coe Helena Firemen Montana Helenare FF Tach” Coe Lires Nens Association Hier Thys Are Arnizalou Yestenlay Alrrranan Diet FL Mildye Vie Tay Momer Waste Tite Faene Dirretars Thepenang Arara Amen Behan, Butte We Do Matethews Hoveman Frank Malley

Business Women Elect New Officers in Missoula

In Muchsplit proceedings at the Montana Federation of Minnes and Professional Women’s clubs in Butte, Mrs. Peter Birihre of Missoula was re elected as president. Dr. Tarel Dell Bonness of Helena was named vice president with Catherine Hartington Anne as second vice president Florence Irving of Missoula as secretary and Grace Hartz of Deer Lodge as treasurer. Billings was chosen for the 1928 convention.

Butte Peter Birihre Misanita Arequlent Mantana Federation of Mingness and Professional Womens Tarel Dell Bonness Helena Vce Catherine Hartington Anne Florence Irving Misoula Grace Hartz Deer Lodge Billings

Pastor Denies Endorsement of Trial Marriage

San Francisco June 18 A San Francisco pastor, Rev Henry Lewis of Ann Arbor Michigan, rejected claims his remarks at the Episcopal national congress supported trial marriage saying there was misunderstanding and there had been no such discussion He drew sharp reaction from Bishop William T Manning of Newark who said the remarks misrepresented his views and that the church does not endorse trial marriage.

San Francisco Henry Lewis Ann Arbor Pasetor National Congress Wiliam T. Manning Newark

Berlin to Frisco Dart 10 to Try Koenneckt Lead Flight

Berlin authorities report plans for a world record nonstop westward crossing to San Francisco and back by Antoni Koenneckt a German war ace. Koenneckt received a three month leave from Lufthansa to organize the Berlin New York San Francisco flight using an amphibian plane with 70 hours fuel and a 124 mph average speed aimed for 60 to 70 hours total mission time.

Berlin Germany San Francisco Antoni Koenneckt Koennechen Wad Lufthansa Koenneche New York

Montana Records Nation's Lowest Death Rate

Washington results show 1926 birth rate 20.1 per 1000 and death rate 12.1 per 1000 across 28 states. Montana reported the lowest death rate at 12.1 while Florida had the highest birth rate and Montana the lowest birth rate at 14.2.

Montana Washington Commerce Department Ree Florida Hiorila

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