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Newspaper
Helena Independent
Location
Helena, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1939
Page
7
The article reports drilling near the Cut Bank area producing a flow and indicating a gas-bearing interval. It notes a well east of the Nadown Crowley area with a target near 13 barrels per day and outlines ongoing operations and expected completion by week’s end. Local figures and company names appear, including Crowley and related partners.
Kalispell June 1 Request of the Miilhund Sportsmen's association for 1000000 eyed pure trout has been entailed according to word filtered today from Fred J Foster regional director of the bureau of Fisheries Seattle Dr W Sandettas president of the association stated that the fish Will Be Wired Indies of John Snochan superintendent at the Somers hatchery and gathered by Superintendent Shee han and members of the fish committee Vin MMe Toll er to John W Schos flour state superintendent of fish elves granting the request for the 1 Mr Foster stated Present indications are that we will be able to apply the entire number as requested by the Flathead sportsmen's association and as soon as we get definite information to you used when the eggs are to be delivered and the approximate amount that should be included in individual shipments We will issue necessary instructions to that ri Jowstone park stall ing for the shipment month ther opis Mr Schofield haa sent copies to the local association of Isester requesting the arrangement of 1000000 each week until the total is made up It is expected that the printing at these slab will start the latter part of this month or the first of July.
Billings burglars struck Yellowstone County last week, breaking into three business locations and attempting more entries. A watchman surprised two men at the Willians Motor Company at 423 North Broadway around 2:40 AM Saturday, the pair fled. Police tracked two prowlers from the scene, while another burglar hammered a dial and rifled a machine shop before being confronted by Pat Hanynes asleep inside. The assailants fled, leaving the dial knot damaged.
Seven people were injured when two vehicles collided on a highway near Butte, with one car’s windshield shattered. The injured include Mr and Mrs Ly A Mteutlig and three-year-old daughter Boulder, plus Mrs Pal Dawson and Jo Dawson. The accident occurred as the tote truck turned across the road, reportedly causing the other vehicle to strike a plank, injuring all aboard.
W M Cobleigh travels to a national engineers meet as part of a Montana college division effort. Dean Cobleigh plans to attend the World’s Fair in New York while continuing college duties and a chemistry testing program.
Rain improved cabbage yields while berry damage persisted. Delta Miller expects six new heads within days. Cabbage growers and the Rayall Canning company at Stevensville were noted. The Tevatleodd-commission ordered statewide Ot to extend labor actions through July to September.
Mercer cautions farmers to cut alfalfa in the one-third to one-half bloom stage to ensure top quality hay. Delaying beyond the first cut lowers quality, while early harvest may reduce yields. Seasonal differences and grasshopper pressure also affect harvest timing across Montana regions.
Hukoveh, a 38 year old factory worker, pleaded not guilty by reason of insanity to murder charges in a case linked to deaths of Jane and Avaitant Molies Chief Bilw in Anaconda. Bond set at $16,000, information incomplete. Defendant remanded to custody.
Chadwick arrives today for a two day American Legion convention in Livingston. Montana officials including State Adjutant Merk Kibler will greet him before a Yellowstone National Park visit. He then returns to Missoula Wednesday to address post events and planned meetings.
Barbara Bell presents pattern No 1498 3 in multiple sizes with long and short sleeve options. Includes yardage and sizing guidance for 48 40 42 45 53, plus illustrated instructions and order details. Features a waterline bodice, yoke, and stock pattern pack with gauge chart and beginner tips.
Cut Bank Montana area plans to build a carbon black plant with gas refining. A new chemical processing facility will extract oil and gas from local fields including Kas regions. The project, led by Hulse Montana company and partners, aims to produce significant carbon black output and create local jobs.
The weekly report notes six wells completed in the week across the Cat Tank Maldy Kevin Humburet and Ye Cut Bavk areas. Three wells showed significant production with one abandoned and others tested at various rates. New locations include A.B. Cobb dacksen 4 Par Oil Tribal 170 No 2 Santa Mita and others with several tests and one pump installation at State No 4.
Glacier National Park officials report the white flowering Xerophyllum tonax, a large white bear brass, blooming atop higher park areas from Helton to Boulderques above Kintla Lake. Photographers favor the plant, which resembles tiny cotton tufts on a toothpick. The bloom lasts about three weeks before advancing to higher altitudes as summer progresses.
June 19 Missoula authorities report timber thefts by two operators in the Rust district as crews fight rust control measures. Fogging and logging camps are being set up along Marin creek and St Joe areas with Forest Service involvement. The effort aims to protect young growth while rust spreads through the region.
The Waunorymen select Helena to host their 1840 convention at Kuvelgs Kee See MATEY, with Arthur Cline elected president. Roy Fos and others named as officers. Delegates levied dues on several members, and chatter at the meeting touched on the creation of a National Landary trust. Local turnout declined after the gathering, with some attendees leaving for Wollowsvnne Park.
Glacier Park on June 19 reports Father Diallism led funeral services for William P. Kenney former president of the Great Northern Railway. The priest lauded Kenney's vital role in northwest development and his contributions to rail transportation and civic progress.
A radiant bride in debt faces mounting strain as money worries mount after lavish expenditures. Hart, working weekends, questions financing while Iris pushes for a plan to recover losses. The couple confronts loan sharks, policies, and a shrinking budget.
A garbled diary style passage describes a tense domestic scene with a husband and wife in a cold house. The narrative threads include a missing staff member, a confrontation over money, and a suggestion of danger or distress as the wife recalls him being delirious and unaware after an episode. The fragment ends with a cliffhanger note: To be continued.
The annual reception for Montane Steve Nori and students of the college was held in the parlors of Marcaldencn Halls. The event featured a formal information session and was largely attended by faculty and attendees from the community.
Washington dated June 10 reports President Moone has approved a Works Progress Administration grant of $18,165 for the improvement of the Whitefish domestic water supply in Fiat ven county Montana. Congressional members were notified today about the allocation.
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