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Newspaper

Helena Independent

Location

Helena, Montana, United States of America

Date

Jun 24, 1925

Page

4

New Scout Charter Accepted at Helena Ceremonial

A ceremonial acceptance of a new Boy Scout charter expanded Helena council to include Jefferson and Broadwater counties. Judge A J Horsky presented the charter to scout executive George E. Boulware. The event featured a dramatized oath, many Scouts from several troops, and remarks stressing youth development and community service.

Helena Jefferson Arid Broadwater A J. Horsky Earl Bally Cart G.herfurth W. C." Harlan J. G. Tougas Floyd Smith J. Scott Harrigam L. W Dutcher George E. Boulware Horsky Jack McGee Marion Cooper Love Ropes Holbrook Lynch Phil Neal Jack Quinn Jerry House Noral “Whittinghill Everett Jensen Jack Howard Norman Tuohy F. A. Howard Land of Honorable Citizenship M- F. Dean Judge Horsky Hélena J. G. Tongas Gettysburg Lincon Whselfishness

Girls to Be Guests of Guard at Camp Event

Report details guests and escorts for a camp inspection led by Col. Williams and staff. The race for princess honors in Lewin and Clark counties intensifies as Ellen O Shea leads, with Agnes Gibbons and Arvilla Adams close behind. Voting closes Thursday night with an official recount planned and a military ball to crown the princess.

Col. Williams Ellen o’Shea East Helena Agnes Gibbons O’shea Missy Gibbons Arvilla Adams Mika Lucille Brazier Clonee Thoraday Wales Commercial Club Shrine Temple Lewin Clark County Stard Helena Flien O'Shean Esse Agnes Gibrone Raeeee Boucle Brazier Rvilia Adami Tony Haze Haugér Bess Putter Ruth, Barnett Seete Drag Siveda Carter Wee Blanthe Gliniski Aesee Rere Néll Veach Lilian Thomas Geneviéve Smith

Helena Boys Graduate at Dartmouth College

Three Helena youths named in the Dartmouth College graduating class yesterday. Robert McKennan, son of Mr and Mrs McKernant Wilard Laughlin, and Robert Warren, son of Mrs Frank Bogart, were among the Helena graduates.

Robert McKennan McKernant Wilard Laughlin Thomas A. McLaughlin Robert Warren Frank Bogart Helena Dartmouth College

World WCTU Meets on Opium Evil and Peace

Edinburgh June 23 The World’s Women’s Christian Temperance Union adopted a seven year program for the next three years and seven resolutions including one on opium. The opium resolution backs production of opium and cocoa leaves to meet medical needs. Other resolutions press international abstinence, global drive against liquor, women’s citizenship and world peace. A Swedish memorial urges voluntary abstinence and abolition of war. a copy will go to the League of Nations.

Edinburgh Scotland Associated Press Women’s Christian Temperance Union League of Nations

Unions of State Hold Convention in Missoula

Missoula June 23. Stephen Ely Montana Federation of Labor president outlined new drive for stronger workmen's compensation law the child labor amendment ratification and broader labor legislation at the convention. Jerome Locke noted Montana’s compensation law could improve toward national standards suggesting an initiative measure. International unions greeted the gathering and Mayor Beacom welcomed delegates urging unity. Ely praised Missoula leadership. The conference continues tomorrow.

Missoula Associated Press Montana Stephen Ely Montana Federation of Labor Ely Jerome MM. Locke Montana Industrial Accident Commission Assembly Locke J. H. Conway Retail Clerks International Protective Association Kate Richards O'Hare Imen William Beacom Organized Labor

Kresge's second marriage suit seeks 7 million dollars

New York reports Doris Mercer Kresge sues for 7 million dollars alleging it covers 20 000 shares of Kresge stock promised as dower when married April 4 1924. She claims only 2 500 shares a candy box and a plush puppy were received. prior divorce settled for big sums. The case hints at future separation action.

New York Associated Press Kresge Doris Mercer Kresge Supreme Court Sep Detroit

Governor Pinchot Plans Westward Tour Schedule

Governor Pinchot will depart Harrisburg Sunday for a westward tour ending July 13. The trip, announced from his office, includes eight addresses focused on law enforcement with stops in Minneapolis June 30 Spokane July 2 Portland July 4 San Francisco July 6 Los Angeles July 8 Denver July 11 and Kansas City July 13.

Harrisburg Associated Press Pinchot West Pacific Coast Minneapolis Spokane Portland Ore San Francisco Los Angeles Denver Kansas City

Gloture for Senate Debated in Honest Reform Call

The vice president argues the reform aims not to strip the minority of rights but to curb endless obstruction and secret bargaining. He warns that current rules foster hurried, ill considered bills and pressure for quick measures without full debate or public scrutiny.

Senate Publc Sénate Jesa Mondell Congressman Mondell Congress United States

Man Survives High Bridge Jump Speaks Of Wind Sensations

Emil Poskanen a 21 year old from Chisholm lay in Ancker hospital after leaping from the high end of the Low St. Paul bridge seeking death but landed battered yet alive. He recalled the wind howling past his ears during the fall and described glimpses of childhood before the crash and his decision to seek work after recovery. His escape from death follows a rash act driven by hunger and no work. He now hopes for employment and a return to normal life.

St. Paul Emil Poskanen Chisholm Ancker Hospital Poskanen

Playground Experts Seek Better Municipal Music

New York June 21 The Playground and Recreation Association of America announces a municipal music committee to advocate nationwide use of municipal funds for music. A survey by the National Bureau for the Advancement of Music shows 210 cities spend about 2 million dollars annually for music while 283 spend nothing. The effort aims to support open air band concerts community singing and civic opera to foster citizenship and morals.

New York Associated Press Joseph Lee Playground and Recreation Association of America National Bureau For the Advancement of Music

Actress Granted New Trial in Libel Case

New York June 23 By Associated Press Mrs Marion McAllister Smith known on stage as Mercedes Leigh had a verdict of 6 cents set aside as inadequate. The case returns to the calendar for trial October 5. She sued for 200000 in damages for slander over a report that she was the Duchess de Villande a notorious European swindler who served a brief term for embezzlement.

New York Associated Prees Marion McAllister Smith Mercedes Leigh

Con Smith Dies at Boulder Home Pioneer of State

Con Smith a Boulder pioneer died at his residence after a long New Year era in Colorado. Born in Denver, he crossed the plains in 1864 with a large party, endured Indian troubles, settled in Alder Gulch, later moved to the Boulder valley, and engaged in stock raising before election as county treasurer in 1913. He married Sara Maguire in 1888 and leaves six children. Funeral services will be held Thursday at the Catholic church with a long list of pallbearers and honorary pallbearers.

Denver Plai Alder’ ‘Gulch Works Con Smith Alder Boulder Valley Boulder Sara Maguire Ogden Utah Miss Maguire Des’ Moines Colorado Marie Rosary Alice Jack Phillip Paul Smith Catholic Church W. P. Joyce James Franthi M. H. Parker John Williams Ned Paradis M. F. Quinn Frank Carey James Kelley W. E. Crowley B. E. Barteau John Mountjoy Jas. Flaherty Paddy Wickham Edward Ryan Wm. F. Murray Mike Sullivan W. J. McKinnon Perry Goodwin

Car of rum runner kills Catholic nun in Washington

A high speed chase near the capitol ends in a crash that kills Sister Cephas of Providence Hospital and lightly injures Sister Agnes. Clifton Young and Estelle Robinson were arrested after a rum runner auto collided with a small sedan carrying the nuns. The nun died as she was rushed to hospital. her head rested in a priest's lap. Reuters reported a prior related shooting in the pursuit era.

Washington Associated Press Capitol Sisters of Charity Clifton Young Estelle Robinson Providence Cephas Little Angel of Providence Agnes Senator Green Vermont

Twins Starving Twins Die Pact Hospitalized

Geneva, June 23 The 50 year old twins Charles and William Thomas crawled into a chicken coop to starve themselves to death after financial losses. Found after several days they remain in hospital. Physicians call the case an astonishing mental display with twins showing distress when separated. In Shullsburg Wisconsin robbers blasted the First National Bank vault around 1 am stealing cash and securities, about 16 000 dollars, after shooting in a wild west style.

Geneva N. Y Associated Press Charles William Thomas Shullsburg Wis First National Bank

Farm Pay Too Much Tax Now

Washington reports that agriculture bears an unfair tax burden through local taxes for schools and roads, with the Agriculture Department urging state taxes instead. It notes that separate local units fail to reach wealth, creating disparities, and that rural schools lag urban ones, disadvantaging farm children in employment chances.

Washington Associated Press Department of Agriculture Department

Son of LaFollette May Be Candidate in Wisconsin

Madison Wis June 23 activity among Progressive ranks focused on the race for the unexpired term of the late Senator Robert LaFollette. Reports say Mrs LaFollette wishes to run but her son Robert M Jr may also seek the seat, a move likely to divide longtime Progressive allies and provoke cautious reaction from veteran supporters.

Madison Wis Robert al. LaFollette

Divorce mill defendants found guilty in Rhode Island case

Providence FR June 23 Associated Press Stonard W. Horton, master in chancery, and law partner Francis P. Dougherty, both Providence attorneys, were found guilty of conspiracy by a jury in the first判 of cases tied to a probe of an alleged divorce mill. Defendants' counsel said a new trial would be sought amid 26 public and seven secret indictments by a special grand jury.

Providence FR. I Br Associated Press Stonard W. Horton Francis P. Dougherty Rhode Island

Mae Murray Signs One Year UFA Contract in Germany

Los Angeles June 24 Mae Murray motion picture actress signs a one year contract with UFA film interests of Germany for an annual salary of 4350,000. The move ties the star to German studio output.

Los Angeles The Los Angels Examiner Mae Murray Germany

German American debts loom over Dawes plan says Sir Josiah Stamp

At the International Chamber of Commerce session in Brussels Sir Josiah Stamp warned the Dawes reform plan may fail within years. He said a general inter allied settlement could shift the burden and British, French, Belgian and Italian debts to the United States, potentially making the issue a German American problem. In New York two workers were killed and two gravely injured by an acid tank explosion at Charles Cooper and Company.

Brussels Associated Press International Chamber of Commerce Josiah Stamp Great Britain France Italy Germany United States New York X. J Charles Cooper and Company

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