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Newspaper
Helena Independent
Location
Helena, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1932
Page
1
Chicago June 21 The national political scene centers on the chairman selection as delegates prepare to vote. Garner’s candidacy remains undecided while party factions weigh the impact on the upcoming convention and the presidential nomination.
A Turkish or Levantine monastery case drew attention as a maid linked to a sacramental site provoked public debate. The event centered on conduct involving a ship’s girl and a French companion, with church authorities and Constantinople authorities noted in reporting. The incident prompted strong disapproval from the public and church leaders.
Senator Wheeler sails from Washington for Chicago to attend a conference with figures including Fanner and Ramer. The trip aims at discussing strategy and policy shifts, signaling upcoming votes and party alignments.
Governor Erickson inspected the Montana National Guard during a state camp visit. Units paraded before dignitaries, with officers and guardsmen honored in a formal review. The ceremony featured salutes, a tribute to the regiment, and a march past as Colonel Charlton La presided at center field.
A jury concluded Harriman died from poison and authorities detained a suspect in a case tied to a land dispute. Investigators traced poison in Harriman and the suspect Curry’s supplies, with a 13 year old boy also present in the household. Authorities noted poison in a sugar residue and in Harriman’s life was affected shortly after his death. The case continues under official investigation.
Washington officials pressed to evacuate veterans by rail with lowered fares to move about 18,000 to 19,000 men home. Veterans headquarters estimated 2,000 in the city yesterday awaiting transport as police and officials pursued agreement with leaders to arrange the train evacuation plan.
New York based report asserts that John Hughes Curtin of Norfolk boat Dulldor renounced a confession of involvement in a land dispute case. Through his attorney he claimed acquiescence to a plea for confession under political pressure, denying the alleged obstruction role. The item cites the paper’s claim of a £7 charge and discusses implications for the case.
Washington June 21 John N Garner speaker of the house advocated repeal of the eighteenth amendment and declared his willingness to accept the democratic presidential nomination He said he voted against the amendment and it was not sound or workable He noted Texas and California democrats were preparing delegations to Chicago under instructions to vote for him
In Minnesota on Monday and tonight new forces seized control of the state party’s democratic parity. John J. Regan won the nomination for governor and led the farhon group to a bloc vote, denouncing the party’s prior endorsement of Franklin D Roosevelt. Regan vowed to push for an uninstructed delegation favorable to Alfred E. Smith at Chicago.
Portland report confirms Casper, Wyoming resident Fliff Ricker was fatally shot near Uiton, Oregon, last night. Witness Mildred Jary said Ricker planned marriage, with the body found early this morning by a local resident. Casualties and motive remain under investigation.
Washington reports Amelia Earhart Putnam is recognized for her solo Atlantic flight. President Hoover formally enrolls her in a geographic society circle and presents the first gold medal ever awarded to a woman by the National Geographic Society.
Washington reports lawmakers near an uncertain adjournment as Senate leaders weigh delaying the session to push through relief legislation. A Senate vote was set for this evening amid party pressure and the looming Democratic convention.
Funeral rites for Hernan Fligelman, Helena merchant, were arranged for this afternoon at the Consistory Temple on Jackson Street. Family notes indicate seating for mourners and attendance by close friends, with services led by the temple leader and the Tr Vice tar Koller's chapel.
Seward Alaska June 21 Discovery of free gold ore estimated to run 50 000 per ton and rich float specimens in the Nika district 70 miles west of here today sent prospectors into the district to explore transportation options. The free ore was found in a deep tunnel of the Babcock and Tawnie mine while the float was unearthed by Charles Goyne an amateur in Alaska mining circles.
Ambassadors and officials report assurances from Chilean authorities to shield American lives and property during unrest in Santiago and nearby areas. Violence erupts on Santingo Street with many injured, no fatalities confirmed. industrial strike actions intensify amid tensions and rumors of radical activity.
In Geneva on June 21 Hugh Gibson head of the American delegation tells European governments they must not expect war debt revisions if armament spending continues. He spoke in a midnight meeting with France’s Edouard Herriot and later met Britain’s Ramsay MacDonald at Lausanne. Gibson said the talks covered disarmament.
Tokyo reports Viscount Ishii warns the United States against dominating Asia, saying such action would mean war. The speech during a dinner for Ambassador Grew frames a Monroe doctrine for Asia and predicts grave consequences if U S influence expands. Also, a Harbin dispatch says a Japanese brigade wiped out nearly 1000 guerrillas north of Tiailin with 13 dead and 28 wounded.
Senator Borah repeated his charge that Postmaster General Brown favors old time dive saloons. He said Brown hinted he would rather have chat than present prohibitions, part of Borah’s response to the Republican platform on prohibition adopted at Chicago. Idaho senator joined other acknowledgment of opposition to President Hoover on party planks.
Indianapolis June 21 Paul Y McNutt former national commander of the American Legion was nominated by acclamation as the Democratic candidate for governor of Indiana Fred van Nuys Indianapolis lawyer and veteran chosen as the nominee for United States senator A temperance platform plank was adopted without a dissenting vote
Washington reports the senate authorized its banking committee to continue investigating alleged tax evasions amassing into millions. The probe will run through the current congress until March 4. The announcement came amid mounting concern over market slack and related financial practices.
Los Angeles June 21 Aimee nurse Myrtle St Pierre testified about an alleged romance with David Hutton husband of evangelist Aimer Seaigle McPherson in a 20000,000 breach of promise suit. She described their first date and a Sunday January 1931 scene at her apartment where he proposed marriage and claimed they shared torrid acts before collapsing from heat and was revived.
Washington reports that the Hopper fund was defeated again in the House by a 102 to 72 vote with no federal funds appropriated. The measure, urged by representatives from eight Northwest states, would have supported control work but was blocked after earlier objections from Secretary Blyde of the lumber department.
At Madison Square Garden New York June 21 Jack Sharkey the Boston sailor was awarded the heavyweight world title after a 15 round bout with Max Schmeling the defending champion. Sharkey won on points despite Schmeling finishing with one eye closed under a barrage of blows. Referee Gunboat Smith and Judge George Kelly cast Sharkey’s deciding votes while most ringside experts favored Schmeling.
Marlon Matthews aged 24, a ranch hand, confessed to robbing the First National Bank of Twin Bridges. About $1,189 was stolen. $595 found in a chicken coop on a Renova area ranch where Matthews was arrested. Julius Trankel, a ranch partner, held on defense connection. car stolen in Butte recovered nearby.
Sioux Falls man Richard H. Gardner, president and manager of Continental Agricultural Service, Inc., is missing from home since June 6 and hunted by authorities after a report of his possible involvement in a noted mugging case. The company is linked to handling large numbers of Montana sheep, shipped to South Dakota and placed with farmers for food.
Seatt le Wash June 21 P I An Insurance man Clinton P L Anderson of Albuquerque chosen to lead Rotary International for the next year. Born 27 years ago in Centerville D he was elected by acclamation as no other candidates were nominated. The treasurer secretary and director were named without opposition. Trav ets Chicago lawyer and founder of Rotary urged Rotarians to cast off worship of prosperity.
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