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Helena Independent

Location

Helena, Montana, United States of America

Date

Jun 19, 1933

Page

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Mystery Rewrite of Island Escape Narrative

A fragmented account describes an American traveler in a distant voyage. The text hints at a rough landing near Kanwhatha and mentions names such as Nance and Masha in a troubled journey.

Spanish heir to throne weds commoner in Lausanne

The former prince of Asturias who abdicated his royal rights plans a civil wedding tomorrow in Lausanne to Mia Cuban beauty Edmintta Sam pedro. A church ceremony follows on Wednesday at Ouchy. Swiss high society will attend but the royal family will not.

Lausanne Switzerland Juana 18 Prince of Asturias Edmintta Sampedro Aien Peines

Floods Grip Pacific Northwest. Bonners Ferry Dike Fails

The Pacific Northwest endures record floods as the Columbia and Willamette rivers surge. A dike near Bonners Ferry finally broke after three others, threatening Bonners Ferry and causing about 400 acres under water. Damages were estimated around $40,000 with water running near 21 feet above normal. Contines at Page 2.

Pacific Northwest Bonners Ferry Mately Telehtand Kennewick Sormnal Idaho

Roosevelt Battles Sea Storm On First Day At Sea

President Roosevelt faced a fierce Atlantic gale on his first day at sea with a 25 mph northwest wind and heavy swells off Massachusetts. The Amberjack, a 45 foot launches, tossed like a cork as Roosevelt and five intimates rode out the rough voyage toward Martha’s Vineyard before seeking shelter in harbor for the night.

Roosevelt Mann Dina Maanachusetts America

Judge John C. Huntoon Dies Aged 68 in Lewistown

Judge John C. Huntoon of Lewistown died at home from a heart attack at age 68. Survived by a widow and a son Clarence of Rose, Ohio. A Montana figure since 1900, he practiced law in Great Falls, then central Montana, served as county attorney, and was appointed district judge in 1922. He was a Republican, Episcopalian, and member of Masons Elks and Knights of Pythias.

John C. Huntoon Lewistown Lewiateman Bine Tia Clarance Rosae Tdaha Rudge Chintnon Montana Tetorhora Ont Great Falla Duriga Tay KB Ayron Suden Tfantoon Wan William M. Mackford

National Woman's party plans large Washington demonstration

The National Woman's party announced a major demonstration in Washington on June 9 and 10 to press for the suffrage amendment. The goals cited focus on mobilizing support and highlighting the needs of women in the campaign for equal rights and recovery in the capital.

Washington Temberk Ford Attenton

Funeral of Pioneer William Wesley Metall Highlighted by Attendees

Whitehall Missouri June 18 1930 Montina townfolk gathered for the funeral of William Wesley Metall a pioneer figure observed by neighbors teachers and family. Mourners included two grandchildren and multiple descendants as memorial rites took place at the high school gym with community speakers praising his contributions to local progress.

Whitehall Dune Noern Montina William Wesley Metal Metall Servteas Kenrede Ineal Eehonl Indae Reven Brandchildran Othyan

Two Men Fall In Hot Duel At Hall

Two men engage in a deadly shootout at a hall in Montana town. Witnesses describe a car ride confrontation ending with McGowan wounded and a bystander killed. Details remain unclear as police investigate the motel incident.

Four Die in North Carolina Home Fire

Morganton North Carolina early today a house fire killed four people. The victims were Hill Smith a textile worker Alien Smith W L Smith a painter and Toig Smith the son of W Smith.

North Carolina Morganton N.C Hill Smith Alien Smith Wl. Smith Toig Smith W. Smith

Release of WM. Hamm 5 A waited in St Paul

Relatives and friends of William Hamm, kidnapped brewer, kept alert vigil tonight for his expected release by abductors who had been paid part of the $100,000 ransom. WW Charles, attorney for Theodore Hamm Brewing Co, said it was quite sure he would be freed. Family and business associates gathered at the Hamm residence as reports and rumors circulated about a note and possible developments.

St. Paul William Hamm Charles Theodore Hamm Brewing Company Willionaire Weads Jamm Dlary Coupte Leon Kinnaners Hamm Autosmobile Wanm

Forest Camp Recruit Killed by an Auto

Minsowia Mont June 18 Millard Bacon 23 of Smithtown Long Island Civilian Conservation Corps member stationed at Fort Misaonis was killed when a hit and run driver struck him on the highway to the post. Two companions walking with him were not struck. Bacon died at the fort hospital after rescue by a passing motorist.

Minsowia Mont Millard Bacon Smithtown Long Island Civilan Conservation Corps Fort Misaonis Fort Hospital

Plane crashes into crowd killing one and burning twenty five

A military aviation field mishap in Nancy France today as a plane fell into a crowd burning gasoline after clipping a hangar roof. One person died and twenty five were injured, with four critically burned. The pilot Poirer was killed in the crash.

Nancy France Poirer Kilind

Great activity in construction rises in May

Washington reports a sharp May jump in building outlays, 128.6 percent above April, based on data from 761 cities with populations over 10,000. Industrial administrator Hugh S. Johnson praised the rise, noting it was the first May-to-April gain in four years and signaling renewed efforts under the national recovery act.

Washington Hugh S. Johnson Labor Department Johnson Teneld H. Sawyer Public Works

Three States Set To Vote Tomorrow On Prohibition

Prohibitionists in Iowa mobilized at 25 points as voting day nears with pastors urging congregations to oppose repeal. Wet leaders predict heavy turnout though farm ballots may be reduced by harvest timing. Arthur Wallace to address voters tomorrow night as final wet drive intensifies. In Connecticut, repeal advocates push for a strong showing to influence delegates heading to a convention.

Des Moines Talang Towa Arthur Wallace Es Moines Altorney Speaks Anthory

Dealt Perfect Hand at Pitch Ends in Death in Detroit

Detroit June 18 A 68 year old man Jerry M Hunt fainted when a perfect hand was dealt him at pitch and died before a doctor could be called Deputy Coroner Lyle C Babcock said the excitement put too great a strain on Hunt s heart

Detroit Jerry M. Hunt Lyle C. Babcock Hunt

Earthquakes Felt in California Signal Alaska Activity

Three earthquakes likely centered in Alaska or the Aleutian islands were recorded on the Santa Clara University observatory seismographs. The third shock began at 1 49 PM and lasted past 6 PM, described as “powerful” by Dr. Albert J. Newlin, director of the observatory.

Santa Clara Calif Alaska Aleutian Islands Ricard Memoria University of Santa Clara Asyera Albert J. Newlin

Great Total Advances Relieve Cotton Industry

Washington date June 18. The farm credit administration announced an advance of 27.4 million dollars to the American Cotton Cooperative to aid the cotton option pool and support Secretary Wallace's plan. Total advances to cotton cooperatives reach 88.33 million, with May figures showing 29.61 million to other cooperatives and 4.86 million repaid, leaving 181.02 million outstanding in the Farm Board system.

Washington Farm Credit’ Administration American Cotton Cooperative Aganeration Ag & Step Wallace Farm Board

New York Beer Garden Raid Ends In Patron Slain

Three men raided a Times Square beer garden on Sixth Street, stripping valuables and killing a patron named Thomas Heaney, 28, who failed to obey an order. Police pursued suspects after a second shooting at a First Avenue beer garden, where the proprietor was killed by an unidentified assailant. Robbers fled with watches and jewelry as officers arrived.

New York Times Square Secon Dinovier Thomas Heaney First Avenue Ims Eta

Peasants oppose tax sale amid riot in French auction

Rioting peasants resisted a government auction of farm goods provoked by tax measures. Clerks and guards clashed with protesters, several people were injured and two dozen suspected rioters were arrested as the crowd denounced social insurance contributions and the confiscation drive.

Amiene Meaper Sane Salymidon Mt Honfray

Bootlegger Matteson Killed Amid Gangster Violence

Akron report says Matteson, a known bootlegger described as a wariety bontlegger, was shot in the front yard of his home in Kaiarwen Heights. Moristan alleged the killing stemmed from gang rivalry. Less than a year earlier Matteson, his wife, and their 17-year-old son survived a drive-by shooting along Tread north of Sheeny when assailants fired on their car, taking $10.

Akron Tarry Matteson Polion Nis Kairiawen Heights al Moristan Rane venReaten Matteann Sheeny Matteson

Roosevelt visits Lake Tl­orat relief camp in New York

Mrs. Franklin D. Roosevelt dined with 30 unemployed Birla at the Mountain Lakes relief camp in New York, spending four hours touring facilities. She decried the sparse female attendance noting the camp can house 200, and said the requirements are too strict.

Rear Mountain N. Y Franklin D. Roosevelt Lake Tlorat Roosevelt

Chase of murderers across states after Union Station killings

A nationwide manhunt spread from Kansas City after machine gun fire killed four peace officers and an escaped convict. Targets included Raymond C. Caffrey and Otlo Reed, with others like Frank Nash, now being returned to Leavenworth. The motive remained debated as officers pursued elusive clues.

Kansas City Union Station Plaza Raymond C. Caffrey Bureau of Investigation Otlo Reed McAlester Ohio Frank Diermanson W. J. Grooms Frank Nash Oklahoma Nash Leavenworth Kas

State Hot Spell Abates Across Montana

The Associated Press reports Montana cooled from a weeklong heat wave with temps dipping into the 80s and a high of 94 in Ellen City after a 104 rise on Saturday. Rain is needed as drought effects persist on grain fields and ranges, with damage described as small but moisture essential for irrigated areas.

Freee Montana Orstere Ellen City

Pilot Sacrifices Life Saving Passenger in Kansas City Crash

Howard Cavanah, 22, a commercial pilot, died aiding his 18 year old passenger Miss Jawell Duncan when his plane plunged 209 feet at Kansas City airport. The craft hit ground on the left wing. Duncan suffered minor injuries and bruises.

Kansas City Lane Howard Cavanah Jawell Duncan Cavanah Mia Vunern Lega

Two Suspects Held in McElroy Kidnapping Case

Kansas City reports two men arrested in Virginia in connection with the abduction of Mien McElroy, daughter of W H McFleay, city manager. George Meyer and Elmar Wilson are in custody in Roanoke and Lynchburg, as investigators seek additional details of the kidnapping. Authorities say weapons and gear were found in Wilsons residence, linking him to the case.

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