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Helena Independent

Location

Helena, Montana, United States of America

Date

Jun 19, 1930

Page

11

Drowned While Attempting Missouri River Crossing

Margaret Plurin, 15, of Growl Fade, drowned Tuesday afternoon while trying to swim across the Missouri River near Volta Dam. Rev Bramislaus J Cieslewice led a Sunday school picnic nearby. no warning was given and onlookers could not assist as the girl went under about 34 to 40 feet from shore. The Montana Power Company, sheriff’s office, and local undertaker helped recover the body after a two hour search. she is survived by her parents and five sisters.

Falla Margaret Plurin Bramislaus J Cieslewice St. Joseph's Cathotic Church Volta Dam Plurle Margaret P. IL Athworth Montane Foner Company Ahs Wan Grawa Tonée Clessente Montana Tower Company Honka Power Company Devahes Mheriff O'Connor Grest Fulla

Water shortage prompts Lewistown council talk

Lewistown officials and city engineer discussed a water shortage caused by unusually dry weather through January. The shortage delayed a planned irrigation project in the city park, while pumps drew on reserves and the risk of emergency depletion was noted as a concern.

Lewistown Duny Tt Wan Kent

A Fish Yarn That Is Pretty Steep

June 18. Montanans talk of Gad stories and a big trout tale near the Yellowstone valley. Reverend Darrach and companions aboard describe a large fish that bent to the net, then leapt from the water and landed aboard without hands, leaving a soggy tale and a lucky catch for the Darroch family.

Livingston Lirmigaion Thoman Maxley Fermen Taylor Darrach Wpwer Yellowstona Rev Huxley Mgr Darrach Mr. Darroeh Neb

Polson Proposes Land for Municipal Port Airport

Polson business leaders seek to lease federal land west of the Flathead River for a municipal port and airfield. W J Mackenzie inspected reserve lands and recommended about a thousand acres near the river, one mile from Polson, to loan for airport development. A letter to Secretary Wilbur asks for action while land blueprints were reviewed. The move aims to create a sizable airport facility.

Polcop Polson Chamber Cammerte Flathead Polson Markenate FR. Wilbur Indtrior Department

Polson Expands Jail Facilities and Courtroom

Polson officials plan a major jail expansion with the north half of the Odd Fellows building leased for jail use. A modern cell block will be added at the rear, operable from a nearby quadrangle, while the front will be converted into a courtroom for justice and police matters. Lake County currently has four cells, eight capacity proposed, city jail has none.

Polson Lake County Afl Tavittos Odd Fellows Jusilea Pollen Mattara Jall Jeelia

Gallatin wool pool sold to Boston buyers in bulk deal

The Gallatin wool pool comprising about 310000 pounds of wool was sold to Lolaand-Aders Boston by pool directors. Prices ranged 20c to 24c per pound, with deliveries set for June 22 at Three Forks and June 34 and 23 at Bozeman. Payment minus expenses will be available within a week after delivery to growers totaling about 190 producers. The pool includes 34000 sheep and is valued between 780000 and 80000 dollars.

Rozaman Jung Gallatin Asnodla~ Hon Lolaad-Adeurs Boston Ineal Pool Pica Three Forks Bozeman Teac

Leonard Young Gets Home Town Support

Hobson, Judith Basin county rallies around Leonard Young as he seeks a second term on the railroad commission. Friends plan a Wednesday banquet at the Newton hotel with seating for men only and entertainment, honoring Young who long operated a Hobson general store and now maintains ties to Helena while serving the commission.

Hobeon Jung Leannt C Young Railond Commissong Jobson ocenLly T. Goodall John Ti. Cowan Vite Realdwat Herbert Woodward Young Judith Hastn Atte Hobson

Side Door Pullman Tourists Rob Each Other in Transit

Frank Ettinger of Denver was assaulted on a freight train near Nuntley early Monday morning during a transit incident. He was beaten and robbed of 142 dollars and personal effects, sustaining a scalp wound and requiring local treatment. Ettinger, a Spanish war veteran, reported the robbery and noted he had lived in Denver but previously resided in Missoula with ties to veterans groups.

Nuntley Morclon Frank Fittinger Denver Caio Billinge Telar Tay Ettinger Missoula

Former District Judge Addresses Manhattan Grads

Former judge Toraph Tedarhaon, noted as ex Mon toon District Judicial bench member and New York attorney, delivered the chief address to Manhattan College graduates on June 11. The New York Sheffield-Tribune features a photo of Judge Jackson with Governor Norman Stanley Case, De. Raymond P. Sullivan, and Rt. Rev. Maj. Phomax J. O'Brien, along with the graduation account.

New York Iffield-Tribune

Record pea crop expected in valley region Stevensville

June 18 report notes a record pea crop for the district both agriculturally and in manufacturing. Michael Thott of Burnt Fork says crops look best in years and 110 acres near Ritter Host valley are the largest parcel. Rayalli Canning Company has 30 acres and plans early harvesting for canning, with about 180 tons expected. J M Pritthhard of the Rayalli Canning plant foresees over 60,000 dollars in pea goods to be produced, with factory operations starting in about two months.

Stevensville Michael Thott Burnt Ferk Ota Ritter Host Valley Thorad Martin Thott Burnt Fork Thott Wrathery Rayalll Canning Company Mera J. M. Pritthhard Raralis Canning Company Lastory Ake

Townsend News town reads the summer social and travels

Townsend residents and visitors share summer plans in a lively Sunday roundup. Sperling, Zimmerman, and Morks prepare Yellowstone trips while Nelans visit from Nelan and Minsoud valleys. Van Voost, Good, and Daniate head to colleges, and locals join park crews and summer school sessions. ACatholic barn dance and local visits fill the weekend.

Aanneth Teliow Atone Josephina Connors Legor Goodkava Doraman Minn Connors Leroy Alto Sutoiner Gene Connors Bie Walter Ogie Bualons Townsend Thie Wank Ed Ragen Mr. Ogle Soat View Altinga Leste Thommon Mon Joan Cook D. van Voast Morton Snerry Charvin J. Ballard Tagen William Pennell Waitaan Wit Mra Charlies B. Fairobild Fen

Sound Effect Engineer Joins Modern Life Fra

The article discusses the rise of sound effect engineers in broadcasting and entertainment. It highlights the skill of reproducing diverse noises using devices like drums and improvised gear. Harry Edison is cited for creating realistic effects for programs with inventive setups including an electric fan and strapped apparatus.

Harry Edison Mr. Edison

Mayor Foulek Will Not Sign Measure

June 28 Great Falls reports that Mayor A J Foulek refused to sign the proposed initiative petition calling for a draft revision in workmen's compensation. He opposed the plan citing unfair burdens on employers and potential boosts in compensation costs. A woman employee attempted to present the petition signature for signature, but the mayor declined after a brief discussion.

Honack Waa Mayer J Foupek Wa Aignatura Trong Hin Hia

Opening of Yellowstone Park attracts national news camera crew

Livingston hosts representatives from news agencies as they film scenes for the Yellowstone opening. Mrs John Sipple greets the party, with a brief address by Mrs Finale. Filming collaborations include F C Stizengath of Saint Paul and Boy Cumminga of New York, while Herbert and family plan a return visit.

Tavingston Len Livingston Gardiner Yellowstone National Park Lisingston Liringalow Woman's Club John Sipple National Federation of Woman's Subs Mammoth Stizengath Paul Boy Cumminga New York W Terhert Wivingaton Fox News Herbore Wigston Montana Herbert Reed Nolzomn Che

Local Visitors and Travelers Reported Across Logan

Logan residents hosted and visited relatives and friends from Washington to California. Mrs. Whillam Hawken and daughter Mary returned home from a Wednesday visit, and families including the Jerman, Krupkele, Crom, Schulte, and Revier households were noted for trips and temporary stays in Logan. Several relatives planned moves to Clyde Mark and Allard, while others returned from vacations or short visits and shared plans for upcoming departures.

Logan Whillam Hawken Mary Mygs Cramer Schulte Clyde Mark Emmet J. Dohkerly Townsend and Rutie Cromer Schutter Allard Afra J. C. Revier J. A. Peters Dorothy Revier Fort Orchard Wash H. Hart Mina Heith Noble J. W. Strachan San Diego Sari Marcer Halena

White Ribbon Extends Across State Line Toward Miles City

Grading has progressed on the mab between Terry and the Powder River bridge. The last gap in the federal highway from Terry to Miles City is now completed. All Weather marching will extend from the state line near Wie hauz to Miles City, linking Terry with Miles City and Seattle bound routes.

Terry Powder River Miles City State Line Wiehauz Billes City

Blood transfusion saves pioneer as daughter donates

In a Thorston hospital, 14 volunteers responded to a call for blood to aid pioneer Mr. Dunstan. Only Mrs. Keith matched the needed blood type, with a pint transfused yesterday from the daughter Xen W. W. Keith. Doctors said the pioneer’s condition improved and another donation may be required within a day.

Mixsante Juan Thorston Nospitit Agt Qiget Thomas Dunatin Minnoula — Bualn Aman NAW Xen W. W. Keith Mrs. Keith Mr. Dunstan

Beav erhead Rotary Plans June Centennial Celebration

The Dillon Rotary club met for lunch and offered support for the Beaverhead county fair centennial celebration in September. A committee including D A Galt Fred Woodside MH M Arundage OT Paul A Wal Sort and Frank Bite was appointed to confer with the city and organizations on arrangements. W N T Curry presided and Warren Stone was named next week's chairman.

Dison Rotary Club Beaverhead D. A. Galt Fred Woodside MH. M. Arundage Paul A. Wal Sort Frank Bite WN. T. Curry Warren Stone

Summer Work Opens at Montana Normal College

Dillon June 1 The Maco Jane Stele Normal college summer session opened this morning with registration likely higher than last year. Enrollment figures were not definite yet, but early indications show steady turnout. Regular courses are offered, nine weeks long instead of twelve, with most faculty remaining to teach.

Dillon Maco- Jane Stele Normal College Stax Natal Trelon Atha Aludants Reguar

Feeling Runs High Against Roundup In Garfield Co

Garfield County residents protest a roundup of abandoned horses authorized by taxpayers earlier. Judge S. Ateitsa temporarily restrains conservation foreman W M Buffington from presiding over further actions at a northeast Garfield county site near the Oscar Hunter ranch northeast of Jordan. Plaintiffs Ira T H Skata of Phom and Elifa Shiders of Jordan, aided by Farr McNaught of Miles City and R H Purcell of Jordan, challenge the proceedings as harmful to stockmen and county interests.

Jardac Rister Court S. .Ateitsa W'Mo Buttington Garfield County W. W. Buffington Aman Oacar Hunter Ranch Jordan Ira TH. Skata Phom Elifa Shiders Farr & McNaught Miles City R. H. Purcell

Billings to Laurel road work nearing finish

The highway from Billings to Laurel, a gravel, graveled stretch, will likely be finished within a week says W A Culpet Helnsa, state highway commission superintendent. Traffic delays are expected as the route nears completion while Montana also adds a gravel road from Livingston to Bozeman and a new graded road from Billings to Roundup ready this month.

Bulinge Billings Laurel Tog Sumption W. A. Culpet Helnsa State Highway Commission Montana Livingston Boreman Biltoge

Women jockeys gain footing on English race tracks

Irregular text hints at forthcoming acceptance of women jockeys in English racing. It notes favorable reactions from the jockey club and mentions potential shifts affecting female riders and hockey context intertwined with racing.

IRL Lonton L. Carlonn

ILEON BEATTY CHARGED WITH FALSE PRETENSES IN GREAT FALLS

Great Falls June 14 A charge of obtaining property by false pretenses was fixed at two thousand dollars bail in Wilton county court against Lre m Beatty a former automobile agent from Great Falls County Attorney Frank P Gault announced Beatty was recently arrested in Seattle on a warrant from Wilton court on Ivy Harriage’s complaint alleging Beatty misrepresented to obtain a Chevrolet coach from Jann Cunningham dealer for Da Boto Automobiles Beatty reportedly offered credit of 148 on the auto which was not supplied Extradition proceedings were begun to return Beatty to face the charges

Great Palla Anaes van Tuenday Wilton Fuatien Lrem Deatty Grest_ Falls automobile aeinaman Frank P. Gault Bonde Beatty Seattle Oh & War Wileon Ivy Harriage Heatly Jann Cunstngham Nimaels Wn da Bato Automobiles Great Falls Palke Cunningham Aue Tomobile Raatty Poudtog

Sportman decries wasteful fishing in Madison valley

June 13 Butts reports sportman Sullivan condemning the waste of fish as a ditch on the Madison river becomes stocked with fingerlings rotting and cranes feeding. He cites law gaps and calls for screening and better enforcement, with state game warden Colsook and Hutte Anglers Club leaders agreeing on the need for correction.

Gama Comuile Ston Ataii Madison Slams Sullivan Sulivac B. G. Suk ‘Era Hutte Anglera” Club Willam Carpender Csbeman

Toston News Highlights Local Visits and Social Events

Townsend residents hosted and visited friends as townsfolk posted greetings. Elie Fours of Townsend visited Mr and Mrs Ghorlee Watkina, while Buster Chubbuck of Elena called on Mr and Mrs Thomas Hargrove. Morris Enright of Stelona planned a visit with Atra, Frank Brown, and others. Social gatherings included the Tos tan Warner's Bridge club dinner and an auxiliary meeting with prizes and lunch. Mrs RH Allen and Mrs Warvinfield received prizes, and several ladies hosted Friday afternoon events.

Toston Tyne Lawrence Blech Butte John Jonason Jim Beamibrick Boveman Cora Bbull Tostan Warner Thure- Tay RH. Allen Warvin Tield Charles Watkins B. B. Briscoe Toaton Kings, Tay Rodersburg Jack ¥ Hetoo Helena

Polson Shippers Send Wool to Boston and Cattle Market Update

In Polson on June 14 shipments sent two carloads of wool to Roatan via Boston under Jerry Paul plus three more carloads en route, with Lions Ping Nitade and Polson among shippers. A cattle and sugar market change was noted for New York on June 18, with prices dropping from 4.60 to 4.70 and a granulated stock withdrawal at the Polson yard affecting the market.

Polson New York Zatinad Sukar

Property taxes over 1,000,000 in Great Falls case against Harvester

In Cascade County Great Falls district hearing will now be held on a tax assessment of International Harvester company property. The valuation lists merchandize, credits, fixtures, trucks, realty and improvements totaling over a million dollars. appeal rights lie with the county Board of Equalization and, if needed, the state board. Officials include MH T Johnson and Jr BE Sanders, with hearing scheduled for May 14.

Great Falls International Harvester Company Amerire Cascade County Anneanor Hawaii T, Johnson Hie Company Sanders Achadeles Mann County Board of Equalization State Board of Equalization Merchandria

Mayor and Police Force of Butte Hailed to Court Butte

June 16. Mayor NM. Karr Handls and the Butte police force must appear July 14 in district court to show cause why they ordered no discipline. Tucker, a former city jailer, was dismissed April 16 after a hearing for conduct unbecoming an officer. He appeals to district court alleging he did not have a fair trial.

Butte Karr Handls Turker Frank J. Miler Tucker Hhe Police Commission Barney Lavell Mal Maattifartt Ibn Gnaldey

Kalispell Clinic Hosts Spokane Doctors In Dual Meet

Kalispell hosted ten Spokane County physicians and two from another society for a medical clinic on Saturday. Discussions covered diverse cases with Dr. Dratingston Con way and Cockrell assisting. Afterward hosts entertained visitors, Sunday morning parades followed at Ginder park with notes from Fintheld and the Spokane delegation returned home by a Ford tri motor piloted by Nick Mamer.

Well Pergle Misa May Kirby Owen Kirby Minanute Robert Dickey Grandon Malone Ted Lane Three Forks Thomas Smith Jefferson County Mias Pat Huntly Carey Quaintance Dauenter Mew Anders Tou Des Moines Lowa Marton Morachner Ap Tarandad Katherine Huth Ax Aly Bridges Wan Kallspell Spokane County Medical Ae Kiathand County Eternical Society Dratingston Conway Woul Cockrell Clint Dr. P Ginder Park Fintheld Gironte Spokane Nick Mamer

Missoula Targets Crackers Firecrackers Amid Citywide Crackdown

Missoula police announce a daylong drive against anyone who lights fireworks after a recent string of fires. A blaze at 820 Gerald Avenue damaged the Johnson home but was quickly controlled. Six youths aged roughly 16 to 20 were arrested for buying fireworks and violating the ordinance. fines range from 25 to 100 dollars, with parents held responsible for minors.

Missoula Srates Johnson Gerald Avenue Jiear Almlhat

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