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Newspaper

Helena Independent

Location

Helena, Montana, United States of America

Date

Jun 22, 1923

Page

3

Beams Faces Robbery Charge After Card Party Fight

Anaconda, June 21. Cloude Beams, occupier of a cable in East Commercial arena area, is charged with robbery after a pistol attack during a Rtlo party at Beams cabin. Beams, arrested by Chief Cullen, posted $4,000 bond. His trial set for Justice Pringle's court. Charles Miller Ware invited to party. Beams allegedly forced Hjelm to surrender $5 at gunpoint and struck another with a chair during the escape attempt.

Anaconda Cloude Eam Ace Lloyd Hjolm Beams Chief Cullen Jadi Hjelm Hjeim Usama

Jail Four Months and Fine Stuck on Great Falls

The judge ordered Tex Hunter to pay a $150 fine and serve four months in Cascade County jail after a jury found him guilty of violating the prohibition act at Plaza cabaret on Fourth Street. Hunter admitted the risk and noted the cost of liquor transportation charges. Mrs. Tex Histler, who pleaded guilty to similar charges, was fined as well.

Great Falls Jane Tex Hunter Bourquin Cascade County Hunter Plaza Cabaret YA Fourth Street South Thisser Tex Histiler Siuilng Clarges

Rider Frees Self as Horse Is Swept Away on River

Lee Secrest and brother George near Harin while riding to retrieve cattle. Halfway across the Wig Mor river the horse reared and George fell away. He aided the horse, then the animal plunged and drowned. George was swept downstream by a swift current but survived.

Lee Secrest George West Sarpy Hariin Wig Mor Lee Leanade Share

Butte Couple Held for Alleged Theft

Butte residents Charles Ryan and Irne Young were arrested Monday by deputies for possession and sale of stolen car parts. They allegedly admitted selling a battery stolen in Sahirdag and faced charges in Great Falls. A hearing was expected today before Judge Cy Wilada.

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Governor Seeks Reduced Terms for Cop Killer and Burglar

Governor Dixon plans to urge the state parole board to shorten the sentences of two inmates. W Little, a former constable who killed Patrolman McCarthy in 1918, could be paroled after a 12 to 24 year term. Albert E Victor, serving 15 to 30 years for burglary with accomplices, may be cut to not less than 7 years. The actions hinge on board approval at the next session.

Pat Johin Bart McCarthy Utal McCarthy Little al Trenderson Justice Crushi Brunt Street Palraliian AfeCarthy Lille Tfficer Henderson Henderson Park Ane Italo Kenderson Ariss Lai Parton Governon Litlo Aloa Goverune Albert E Vigtor Victor Alabama West Granite Streets Vilar

Belgrade News Busy Town Figures and Visits

Belgrade readers note a flurry of visits and assignments with Mrs. Gee and Miss Gee separating for Dillon summer school, Mrs. McDonald on business in Bozeman, and George Melier visiting his sons in Wilsall. Local residents include Miss Tray staying with her sister in Dillon, and Mrs. Stephenson named assistant postmaster. Public officials Mr. Stafford and J. Fabvich were in town for Montana State Park bureau business.

Bessie Gee Ryall Dillon Sumer School E. J. Gee George Melier Wilsall Claude Karl Harley Stephongent Tree Springs Enoch Sales Robert J. Woodward Genevieve Alyinl O. L. Reese Reesa Creek Ann Crouse Springhill Townsend Mis Y Lynn Cordly Hozeman Add Mes Wesley Avis Prorence Tray As Denver Kannegaard Direver Sharon and Slaughter Tony Asgar Rome Reese Creel Nettie Bryan Lewistown BJ. Robinson Brownell Florence Stafford Monana J. P. Fabvich

Lets Rain Soak Hot Its So Glad State Has Come Back

Great Falls June 21 6 By the APA Tope Pius appoints Monsignor Daniel J Gerek rector of the cathedrals Peter and St Paul in Philadelphia for the diocese of Tucson Arizona secession to Bishop Henry Cranson who died in France last November.

Rome APA Pius Daniel J. Gerekhow Peter and St Paw Philadelphia Tucson Arizoia Henry Cranson France

Young Woman 15 Victim in Butte Lodging House Attack

A young woman guest of a Butte lodging house was assaulted with several arrests made by city police. Mildred McConville of Bozeman, said to be 31, was reported seriously ill after the incident. J B King was seized from a Northern Pacific train at Sam Point Idaho. another man named Terry Miller was found in Butte. Police seek a third suspect as Mrs Miller tells of the affair and the victim’s gull of age misstatement.

Thelde Sime Bulle Yesorday Arizona Street Vieti Mildred McConville Bozeman J. B. King Northern Pacific Sam Point Idaho Butte Oblinr Tlery Miller White Powell Miss McConville Henry Miller Willer

Billings Debates Night Dancing Crackdown Ordinance

Billings council considers an ordinance to ban dancing after midnight in private venues and public halls. The measure, amended to a half hour closing, faced unanimous consent failure as sponsors resisted changes, with critics arguing the proposal oversteps council power to regulate closing hours.

Atedermark Watson Butt Te Council

Judge's Docket In Carnichael Murder Trial Nears Finish

Three State witnesses testified in Garfield County on June 21 in the Carnichael murder trial. Amer Peterson was killed on May 22, 1820 after a dispute over fences. Lucy Taster described seeing Carnichael shoot as Peterson ran along the fence. Carnichael had previously been tried and convicted once before. Court delays arose over witness fees as clerks arranged funds to cover expenses and bail arrangements for the case.

Carnie Peterson Wegals Neon Wital Norses Carmichael Wim Peters MacDonald Nee of Cones Tiscut Bank Yarranes Crawn Garfield Cnunty

Towns end news notes and marriages in county county

Local notes report Miss Lath Williams and Gen Van Verist wed in quick ceremony. Miss Elizabeth Mitten visits from Dillon. Fred Satter in capital city for week. Neil Seanmeahory returns after appendicitis. Mrs A K Davidsen ill at home. Daisy Dover to move outfits with horse. Miss Winifred Matthews visits parents. Lili Crittenden returns from Missoula after high school year. Roy Hrbshin family travels through Madison week.

Fane Haals Ifeleia Townsend Altorney Fred Satundis Elizaberts Mietten Dillon Miss Metley California Neil Seanmeahory Hou Blelna Mra Ay K. Dasidsen Larames Oleseit Gaditew Sule Nyaa Francis Puck Vel- Nowstone Park Daisy Dover Winifred Matthews Sumlay Julie AL Matthews Abrithien Helena Wilfred J. Ungerton Anton Petersen Cagitel Lili Crittenden Missudla Roy Hrnsbin Madison

Hail damage reported to boundary crops in Sweetgrass region

Weather records describe two severe hail events sweeping across Sweetgrass, with large hailstones and heavy rainfall. Observers note crops damaged including wheat and gardens as reservoirs fill and rivers surge, amid widespread yard and field destruction.

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Missoula thieves fail in failed safe explosion attempt

In Missoula two men attempted to blow open a warehouse safe at Lindsey Missoula company's site on North Kirst Street West. Police and sheriff's deputies responded quickly as neighbors reported the disturbance. The burglars used a crude setup, poured the contents, drilled the top, and prepared charges, but the blast occurred moments after arrival, with smoke filling the room and only partial cracking observed.

Alissoula Joe Lindsey Missoula Company North Kirst Street Ty N. V

Crops on Dry Land Saved by Fine Rain

Weather words describe a severe dry spell in Hardin and Wasco counties with winds shifting and rainfall easing drought. Report notes rain totaling six to eight inches in places, helping wheat and other crops survive. winds weakened days after the storm and precip widespread around Hardin, with significant moisture improving prospects.

Hardin Mute

Robbers Crack Safe Get Away With 150 Dollars

Kalispell June 21 The Saling Motor Company safe was entered Monday night. About six dollars in cash and a number of checks were stolen. The outer safe was opened without damage but the inner compartment door was forced with a chisel. The safe was moved from the rear office to face Main Street while burglars worked in sight of passersby, leaving contents scattered over the floor.

Kalispell Saling Motor Company Kila Here Winslow Main Street

Game Warden Plants Many Young

Ailinga Ane Lt.-Nepy Gimme Warden ALM supervised le vhinthig for healas Covel Tent and chen etal ot 4.79 young raintiw. The text describes water and fishery work, with mentions of crews, crops, and a note on a rat seave affecting crop yields in Westone New Nexica.

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China Kid Sets New Racing Record in Butte

In Butte, Harry the China Kid aka Chink races a herd of horses along Galena street to a 2 minutes 20 seconds mile time. Youthful Chaifie Roberts cheers as Probation Officer Davey Connor challenges the youngster after an earlier rest. The China Kid and his companion are under scrutiny for potential betting and risky stunts around town. Meanwhile Shreveport reports auto thefts involving 200 cars linked to a case in New Orleans and South Arkansas, with federal arrests noted.

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State rests case in Talbot murder trial at Glasgow

The trial of Watlin Mumsters Tar dhe marl of Hale Talbot continued in Glasgow as prosecutors rest their case Wednesday. Witnesses included Lee Talbot, father of the slain man, who described the scene and noted a bloodstained shirt and a bullet recovered from the site. Defense argued self defense and lack of motive, claiming Tampers acted amid disturbance in the neighborhood.

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Miles City Summer School Opens With 200 Teachers

Miles City hosts its summer school with about two hundred teachers from across eastern Montana counties preparing courses. The session begins amid a regional recruitment drive, with administrators outlining aims and the program extending into the weekend.

Miles City

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