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Newspaper
Helena Independent
Location
Helena, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1930
Page
7
The Port land Three Forks Cement plant in Hanover started full operation early Saturday, with 175 men on pay and to be kept through winter if weather allows. Superintendent Capper cites ample Roundup coal supply and ongoing demand as reasons for year round operation, weather permitting.
Billings June 23 heavy damage to tanks at the Russell Oil company's refinery from a Saturday fire. Firemen quelled the blaze within 15 minutes after arriving as flames spread from a No 8 tank and threatened the boiler house and an adjacent office. Workmen reported pipe changes and a wild stream of oil igniting hot pipes at the distillery.
Burglars visited Coffea Creek on Wednesday night breaking into Rhoades merchandise and a drug store. The safe at the store was emptied and jewelry taken. An elevator lock was broken and cash taken. In their escape they allegedly struck a horse owned by W L Coble, which died the next day was not confirmed by residents.
Dillon reports Howard Wor center died yesterday morning in Wiadom Nevada death blamed to spotted fever tick. Remains brought to Dillon. funeral arrangements pending kin located. Deceased about 42 years old, worked at Ble Ioin tanin and Ritter Root area. survived by widow, three children, mother and father in San Diego.
Milan court upheld farm chores as work for an underage youth, awarding $22.06 plus costs of $14.85 to Magnus and placing a $36.91 total lien on the ranch. The guardian and contractor faced dispute over wages for tasks from crosscutting to milking and kitchen duties.
Malta reports two weeks of fierce winds and a severe June drought leaving crops moisture starved. Milk River irrigation water is scarce due to necessary repatriations at St Marys while beets and cultivated crops endure heat and wind damage. A windstorm injured Mary Waltman when a roof blew off a chicken house. a nephew suffered cuts and bruises.
Anaconda bettors backed Bobby Jones to win the British amateur championship at Toyiike. About $400 was wagered at 10 to 1 odds with an English bookmaker, and the Emeltar City golfers will net roughly $4,000 as Jones claimed victory. A pool formed at Anaconda Country Club sent the winnings to London after the bet was placed.
A new pole line is being installed between here and Two Medicina chalet in preparation for President Hoover's August visit. The line will carry four wires forming two metallic telegraph and telephone circuits, usable for telephoning and teletype. Ernant Davidson designed the route. Great Northern Telegraph Department crews under J Blodgett supervise the Glinder Tark Hotel company project.
Howard Nell Higgins 11 months old, son of Mrs Iona Higgins of Missoula, died in Yellowstone National Park Saturday morning during a tour with his mother and L Ichak. Cause of death was apoplexy. Body sent to Mingoula by train. funeral arrangements unclear.
Missoula reports say Friday’s thunderstorm sparked at least two fires in the Missouri forest with a possible third from a smoker. Fires at Deaman and Hayes creeks in the Bitter Root valley and on O’Brien creek were controlled, while a Miller Creek blaze was extinguished. Rain and crews helped quench remaining outbreaks.
Billings reports an average 80 percent kill rate in a year long test on eradication of wild morning glory and Canadian thistle using calcium chlorate. County agent R B McKee described demonstration plots on multiple ranches as largely successful with 30 to 100 percent kill observed. retreatment planned this summer for total control.
Clyde Park officials report a would be resident offer to move a family to boost population for incorporation. A census revision shows 300 needed, with Clyde Park exceeding the minimum by two families, leaving no move to pursue incorporation.
The Bozeman city commission votes to withdraw Citizens Gas Company of Shelby Montana from its August 22 1929 franchise bid after ample time for action. City Manager George A Arnott sends a formal letter requesting withdrawal of the application to the company.
Smoke from a roast filled the Kittendorf home at 100 Went Main Street in Missoula delaying the new fire track. The timer slipped as the truck pulled away from the fire hall, forcing use of the old truck to reach the scene where G. A. Kittendorf and family returned from an outing.
A contract to extend a federal aid highway in Beaver County will be awarded on July 16. The project covers the stretch from Daly Spur to two miles south of Red Rock and includes acquiring right of way for the highway as described in local proceedings.
Iway for the highway bid approved and work will commence soon after the contract is let. CORFER New York reports activity with quotes for Santos futures and nearby months, noting steady prices and sizable futures sales in July to May series.
Canton residents share weekend visits and family arrivals across Deer Lodge Helena and Garnett Creek. Notable mentions include Myron Brown visiting his daughter Mira Horne, Garnett and Perkinson relatives, and the Webster family in Helen. The Valley Woman's Club met with Father’s Day talks and a Father’s Day theme.
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