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Newspaper

Helena Independent

Location

Helena, Montana, United States of America

Date

Jun 22, 1927

Page

8

Mosquitoes Cause Pain To Paralyzed Accident Victim

A Chinook farmer Willian Massey died after a Friday accident near Elloam when frightened horses dragged him and the drill. He lay 24 hours with a fractured spine before discovery. He was conscious upon rescue and transported to Havre Hospital for treatment.

Chinook Willian Massey Bing County Havre Dear Press Massey Farry Elloam Ele Moiinok Charles Hoyts Havre Fiarre

Kwife-Wielder Sought By Police In Stabbing Case

Butte police search for John Spirester in a Osford block stabbing of Sylvester Sullivan of Anaconda. Sullivan hospitalized with leg and stomach wounds. Bel en Clark alias Aileen Sullivan and Nick Russell landlord detained for questioning. Sullivan refused to discuss details, giving false name Johnson.

Sullivan Johnson Inter

Mian Breaks Back When Horses Run Away

June 21 at Havre Montana William T Massey age 43 of Philips died after being thrown from a wagon when horses ran away Friday. He was found hours later in a field and died at Havre hospital. The accident occurred while Massey was drllime in the field near his tarry.

Jlayre William T. Masgart Phinps Tavee Fran Me Massey Tarry

Sheepherder Shot by Own 22 Caliber Gun

Maniken June 21 Charles Gulloff of Marley treated at Vanultan hospital for a wound in the left leg from an accidentally discharged small 22 caliber pistol worn by him. The incident injured him as he tended sheep with others aiding at the scene.

Sheepherder Charles Gullhoff Marley Vanultan Hospatal Gulhoff Conner Darky

Falls From Car Fractures Leg Near Fars Axranthomie

A unnamed woman suffered a fractured leg after a fall from a car near Fars Axranthomie on a Sunday. She was attended to by local authorities and taken to the nearest facility for treatment. further details are unavailable.

Army Aviator Spends Summer in Stevensville

Major George Ef. Brett of the aviation corps and his wife Mrs. Brett and their three children from Ohio are spending three months in Stevensville with Mrs. Brett’s parents General and Mrs. Duval. After the vacation he will teach at the new aviation school in Hampton, Virginia. He narrowly saved his sedan when it slid 20 feet down a river bank and was later seen repairing a submerged gate at Wantage front to keep water out during overflow.

Stevensville George Ef. Brett Ohio Aviation Corps Army Duval Brett Hampton

Hail Damages The Bench Land Crop In Billings

Billings on June 21 woke to hail storms past dawn as stones large as walnuts struck roofs and spread a two mile wide, three and a half mile long path from the northeast. Garden crops, beets, beans and tomatoes suffered anew after recent damage. a greenhouse lost thousands of blooms and stock, while tar paper roofs and chicken houses sustained extensive damage.

Billings Billings Benes Honper Kren Yellowstone River Tupper's Green House Earry George Howard Virtue Ally Howans

Mother Despondent as Son Crowned in Tragedy near Walford Cis

A despondent mother mourns her son Anthony Filter You of Garfield county whose drowning while cattle crossing the Missouri river near Leerly occurred days ago. The body was found about 20 miles upstream, as the family, neighbors, and friends patrolled river banks seeking him. The father and others mourn the loss amid grief and unresolved questions.

Ingomar Missouri River Walford Cis Anthony Garfield County Misennetter Massaura Leerly

Raises Squabs for Commercial Gain in Bitter Root Valley

Missoula reports AM Valleau, a visitor from Vanidton, recently in the Bitter Root, where he bought Hamilton property and started a squab ranch. He now houses 600 adult pigeons and claims a market for all squabs, with potential revenue from markets delivering six and a half to seven and a half dozen per week.

Missoula Amar Vamage Bitter Root VM Valepeau Vanidton Valleau Hamilton Squal Hhaness Feorg

Montanans Open Tour with Orchestra for Summer Circuit

The Montanans, formed by former University of Montana students, tour New York and Missoula, playing at Placid Take in New York for the summer. The orchestra, organized by Frank Alden of Red Lodge, Richard Allert of Helena, and Wendell Niles of Livingston, with Fort Bailey of Missoula, built their reputation touring to the Orient and back.

Missoula Oreletta University of Montana Placid Take Frank Peewee) Alden Red Jiodge Richard Allert Hilings Wendell Niles Livingston Fort Bailey Orient

Butte Man Claims $2 900 Estate After 23 Years

George Datseh, 62, of Butte, who had been declared dead for 23 years, appeared in court to claim a $2,900 estate left by a brother. He had lost touch with his family during the Klondike rush and now seeks the inheritance.

Pittsburgh Butte George Datseh Datsel Klondike Rush Flessid

Best Wheat Field 15 Covered With $100000 Insurance

Billings June 21 4 Thomas by Campbell president of the Montana Fanning corporation of Big darn county says the 9000 acres unit four field is insured for 100000 against hail. The field is expected to yield 40 to 60 bushels per acre and ready to harvest around July 20. Montana Farming corporation is the world’s largest wheat grower controlling about 95000 acres. The policy was written by H A Weld Co and Middlewest Fire Underwriters agency.

Billings Thomas Campbell Montana Fanning Corporation Big Darn County United States Agricultural Survey United States Unit Four Montana Farming Corporation

Boulder News Roundup Details Local Travel and Marriages

Boulder Kews reports road repairs near Clan eey moved to Cardivell after floods. Notables: Miss Mary Dune kin and Hugh Me Manus marriage to Deer Lodge. Miss Dora Bally returns from Goldfield Nevada. Miss Leona Whitt visiting Dillon. Miss Masine Amarine returns from Twin Bridges. several residents travel to Helena for a state women’s auxiliary meeting. local trade and daily life notes on families, schooling, and summer plans.

Claneey Cardivell Toglin Vean Seattle Chee Will Palleman Dughing Union Pacific Jeanette Summer Nutte Dillon Mary Dunekin Deer Lodge Hugh Me Manus Columbes Ohio Deal Mer Me Manus Bute Dora Bally Goldfietd Nevada Arived Berg Sateday William Wolters Olson Houkler Masons Alice Pendergast Willian Pendergast Rauller Ad DeVellex Butte Boulder Mis. K. Summer Arthur Tuttle JK. Taylor Helena Thatsday Houlder Pearl Ruth Hawke Ane Co Sith Voutga Cardele

Boy Rescues Self By Clinging To Mud Bank

June tale from Winifred recalls Carl Haun and his son Dick guiding Joe Crlut and Joe’s grandson through a floodlit river crossing. After a day of rain Two Calf River swelled and a careful crossing failed, leaving Joe clinging to a log and a 60 foot mud bank. The party faced exposure overnight before aid reached them as they trekked toward a farm and food.

Winifred Carl Haun Joe Crlut Mase Wires Tom Howard Wilt LP Heanilton Qarl Rae Jame Carl Joe Mr. Hamilton Little Vick Om Ins Tom Kjorden Mer Hamlton Charles Witex Canin

Boulder News Briefs and New Teachers Selected

Exploratory notes from Boulder recount residents visiting, repairing telephones, and family movements. Many locals listed include Lilla Wilson, Florence Jahinston of Bute, and families from Eugene to Livingston. New teachers for Boulder Public Schools: Mazel Martella hired as primary, Clem Teltemes to succeed Olson as writer, Olson to continue studies at Missoula.

Houlder Lectin Io Crise Missoula Yrar

Colstrip Boy Wins Two Academy Appointments

Forsyth, Tane Norton Wilson Chitin received a Naval Academy appointment and a Military Academy offer after passing examinations. Am officials list Mount sncressfuth and Mir Wilton also receiving appointments to West Point via Congress, with Indy Scott Dealt noting a Navy career path.

Forsyth Tane Norton Wilson Chitin Invited States Naval Academy Military Academy AL West Mount

Bertrand Escapes From Crash In Town Collision

John Bertrand of 1905 South Washington Street escaped serious injury after his car overturned at Montana and Trent Streets. The vehicle collided with a machine driven by Lew Transieller of 300 Kennedy Street. Sheriff reports say no one was injured and Bertrand’s car was badly damaged.

Pate John Bertrand South Washington Street Montana Trent Streets Lew Transieller Kennedy Street Efertrand

Genuine Liquor Seizure Follows Informer Attack

Great Walls on June 21 reports a raid yielding five sacks of whisky and counterfeit labels from a plant. Vielan Palmer, 3, arrested by federal operatives. building on Ae Pyrst Ave raided. Prohibited liquors seized and linked to an alleged establishment run by Tarine Leleche. Local figures named in connection with the operation and a separate incident of a horse accident near Havre.

Great Walls Vielan Palmer Penhilition Ae Pyrst Wancaut Tsaued Tarine Leleche Central Avenue Hind Gaul Jraiine Carlile Andl Lee

Bozeman Teachers to Study Blackfoot Legends

Teachers from Bozeman travel to Havre for a regional summer seminar on Blackfoot legends. The June program runs at Havre School with registration set for a three day session beginning June 21.

Bozeman Havre Terhiy

Roundup Woman Mends Lindbergh Parachute in Daring Stunt

Roundup tale recalls Lindy’s 1922 drop when a torn parachute forced a repair at Mrs. W. Kerris Ferris home. Lindbergh watched as the parachute was mended by Mrs. Ferris who, though new to parachutes, confidently undertook the task. Lindbergh assisted during sewing in a lighthearted scene at the Fair Grounds.

Charles A. Cindberg W.kerris Lindbergh County Fair Grounds Lindy

Grain Samples up Fine on Yellowstone Trail

Miles City reports Ned Stacy brought rye barley and oats to Miles City for test at First National Bank. Rye and barley lagging barley near maturity oats rich in color from rain. Stacy farms 150 acres and plans to free cattle to seed grain.

Miles City Ned Stacy Noatheast Yellowstone Trail George M. Miles First National Bank Miles Moon Creek

AY BILLINGS NORMAL Opening Noted With Staff Changes

AY BILLINGS NORMAL report notes the summer term opening last Monday, with 200 arkaday staff and directors urging a final enrollment of 210 before the term starts. the scene reflects early administrative efforts and local school activities at the institution.

AY Billings Normal Bildlues Lune

Champion accident victim must give bond in court case

Ernest P. Lindgren sues Great Northern railway for 2587 in district court alleging negligence after a stop box on a Belt to Great Falls train caused a fall. He seeks 25000 for injuries, 700 for lost wages, and 157 for hospital expenses. defendant demurs.

Ernest P. Lindgren Great Northern Railway Company W. H. Meigs Lindgren Great Falla

Shell Shock Vet Gets Compensation

Deer Lodge June 21 Janes R Ball visits Deer Lodge on business then heads to the coast. He has received telegrams including from Congressman John Evans about back payments and monthly support for his son Joseph Ball, a Sheridan hospital patient receiving shellshock treatment. Ball hopes to bring his son to his Avon ranch upon return from the coast.

Deer Lodge Janes R. Ball John Evans Evans Mr. Ball Joseph Ball Sheridan Bell Avon Ranch

Blind Salesman on Tour With Brooms

Kauffman, a visually impaired broom maker from Williston, visits Wolf Point on a summer circuit with three routes to Kalispell Livingston and Valley City. He uses Braille, reads widely, carries a Braille book, and draws religious and library material for the blind from Washington. He travels by foot and train between towns and returns home.

Wolf Kauffman Williston Wolf Pott Whitefish Kaliepell Valley City Glendive Minof Washington

14 Year Old Boy Is Incorrigible In Great Falls

In Great Falls on June 2, 14 year old W H Troxsey, brought back from Judith Gap, faced district court before Judge Meigs on a charge of incorrigibility filed by Probation Officer Guy Palagi. He was found guilty and placed under court supervision as a ward of his parents for a period to be determined.

Great Falls W. H. Troxsey Judith Gap Guy Palagi Fedge W. H. Meigs

Firecracker Toss Triggers Chase by Great Falls Cops

In Great Falls on Monday night Ralph Hall 17 a newsboy and Edward Creek another youth were arrested for discharging firecrackers in the city. Officers Williams Murray and Jack Egan pursued after a Varme firecracker exploded near Central Avenue and Fourth Street. Hall may have bootlegged firecrackers, and the chase ended with the youths in custody. In Conrad Andrew G Dillman 3 pioneer of Pondera county died at Warm Springs hospital. Funeral arrangements set. he was Indiana born, came to Pondera in 1907.

Great Falls Ralph Hall Edward Creek Williams Murray Jack Egan Hall Central Avenue Fourth Street Conrad Andrew G. Hilliman Pondera County Warm Springs State Undertaking Dillman Indiana Ponfera W. S. Dillman Lagl Gray

Indian Diseases Discussed by Federal Officials Poplar

A June conference of government doctors and Indian agency officials met at local offices to discuss tuberculosis treatment for United States Indians. Led by Dr. Edwards of New York, appointed by the secretary of the interior to survey all reservations, the session lasted the full day and included Dr. Cogswell, state health officer, Dr. Craig of Papular, Assistant Superintendent Stone Browning, Superintendent Eggers, and FP Moller of Poplar.

Poplar Jndiey Ameney United States Edwards New York Secretary of the Interior de. Cogswell Rr. Craig Papfar Stone Browning Eggers FP. H. Moller

Wolf Creek News Wall Creek Picnic Attendance and Local Visits

June itemized social notes from Wolf Creek describe Mrs Thomas McDonough of Helena as guest of Mr and Mrs Jack McDonough for a picnic and a well attended dance despite rough roads. Numerous Helena visitors from Adams to Mason and Ingersoll families drop by for visits. county road grading crews work on the Wolf Creek to Stearns road. residents travel to Helena and Great Falls for business and family occasions.

Wall Creek Thomas McDonough Helena Jack McDonough Ales Charles Burgess Denis Adams John Patterson Ranch Jack McDonough Louis Arnold Melena Conner Eugene Alt Roy (Menard Marvin Craig Jin Deerborn Bridge Jack Fry Ree E. Z. Severtson Little Sum Fry Ranch Flat Creek A. Je Treclick Great Falls Rheditr G. Mason Ethel Ulmer Velma Nichols At. Pyle Lilian Iohh Merz Ferris Pratt Wolf Creek Nels Sotensoh J. F.bowman Burgeali Decker Borho Willie Edward Olson Mason Home Lem Ingersoll Betty A. C. Bissonette

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