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Newspaper

Helena Independent

Location

Helena, Montana, United States of America

Date

Jun 28, 1926

Page

5

Colorado bad man Williams hunted by posse in San Miguel County

A $1000 reward ignites a manhunt in western Colorado for Ed Williams. Ed Williams, a suspected cattle thief, shot at and wounded Dick Freel and beat a neighbor before fleeing last January. HB Getty and HB Getty Jr. traced Williams to Gypsum valley, engaging in a gun battle that left the elder Getty gravely wounded. A local posse and expert trackers pursued Williams as sheriffs expected a final clash. Williams was aided by a woman who fed him ammunition during the conflict.

Montrose Coloune Ed Williams Maycott HB Getty Montreal Lis Ifeer Gay Gerts HB Getty, Jr Walhams Daad Dick Freel Getty Williams San Miguel Colorado Wilton Getts Norwood Gipsom Valle Sherifff Young Getty

Hollywood shift reshapes path to directing careers

In a periodical survey of film industry attitudes, studios report a shift away from star power toward director appeal. The trend emphasizes tonal control and performance, suggesting nontraditional routes to directing may gain prominence.

Wreck Causes Arrest After Shotting Incident

A man fired at a car near Helena, wrecking Gibbons vehicle and injuring none. Lambhin subdued the gunman, Steere fled toward a truck, then police, led by Sheriff James Barnes, arrested Steere at the scene after the wrecks. occupants Richard Cruse William Duncan sustained minor head cuts.

Gibbons Mr Gibbons Richard Cruse Waliam Duncan Leartiea Gibbines Duncan James Barnes Sheere

Mussolini Begged Work in Lausanne Fifteen Years Ago

In Bergamo a 4th of July note recalls Mussolini fifteen years earlier wandering Lausanne seeking work to buy a meal. Pietro Nava, a stone mason, aided the future premier by hiring him and later he wrote essays for newspapers before leaving the job.

Bergamo Mussolini Lausanne Pietro Nava Tle Smeets Signora Navi Mussolii Nava

Early 20th Century Film Careers and Stage to Screen Moves

The article profiles figures like Baggot a milliner who acted in photos Hobart Henley Tod Browning and Robert Leonard, noting Browning began in vaudeville and a contortionist act while Leonard sang operettas. It also mentions Swedish directors leaving newspapers to direct films and Monta Bell stepping from editing to moviemaking.

Australia Victor Hobart Henley Belasco Frohman Tod Browning Robert Leonard Fdord Goudrigg Monta Bell

Torrid Weather Report From Rocks Mountain Region

In a garbled field report the Rocks Mountain region shows extreme heat with fans and crowds noted. The text mentions temperatures around 94 degrees and references to Phoenix and Tucson areas, though many characters are unreadable.

Dever Rocks Mountain Lee Colin Dymkr Phoenis Merenis Tucson

Red Roark Captured in Murder Suspect Case

Dallas police announce Maisan S Roark, an international fugitive sought for murder, has been captured. Officers report Roark, known since World War II as an intelligence officer, was arrested en route to a grand jury proceeding and faces charges including murder and accessory roles related to the case.

Dallas Ter Tune Maisan Roark International Fughuye Adler Lam Missioner

Dust Storm Drags On as Heat Returns to Town

Weather notes describe rising temperatures and a dust storm hitting the area. Residents report reduced visibility and an uneasy day as winds gust through streets and schools consider early dismissals.

War on June Bugs Engages Pomperania

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Captain Perry to Study Aviation Instructors

New York 16 Tart s Mehl announces Captain Perry will join Colonel Harold Martray's party for a trip to Dayton Ohio to study aviation instruments and select a base. He will then serve as aviator trainer and manager for Cap tain Parke during the war effort.

New York Jane Mome Mf Perry Tintin New Stow Cantun Fonek Harold Martray Wuclgole Mold Dayton Ohl Parke Terry Fen Oteieeda Avatar Allan Z

Review of Week in Big Leagues report on pennant race and standings

Consistent Reds stretch lead in the National League with strong hitting and pitching. Week highlights include Detroit’s five wins in the American League and Yankees uneven split, plus notable injuries and standout plays such as Stealy Home’s ninth inning dash for the Browns.

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Slight Increase in US Wholesale Prices in May

Washington reports a slight advance in May wholesale prices for the first time in seven months and a decline in several industries. Automobiles remained strong while textile leather and shoe and iron and steel sectors fell with reduced output and fewer workers. Agricultural and non agricultural commodities showed price gains and total loans at federal member banks edged higher in mid June.

Washington United States Federal Reserve Board

Corinne’s Film Of Stage Hit Draws Attention At Marlow

Corinne Griffiths stars in a dramatic screen version of a stage hit about a faithful wife amid a jaded husband. The Marlow Theatre engagement promises strong audience response as the production highlights moral lessons and romantic tension.

Corinne Wonman Yortsa Marivian Marlow Misa Griffifi Wil

Golfing legends and royal drama clash in erratic report

An incoherent Cleveland era style golf tale describes Sunter sinking a match with a birdie on the 4th hole as Californians head to Columbus for a National Open. It mentions Gullane and Smith facing Denver pros and a prince at Sandwich amid rain wrapped plays.

Plal Denier Japi Wallia Ywunter Ale Tapinsa Taltornia Gulfers Tolay Toy Gullane

Amundsen’s Route Dirigible Voyage Cost Estimated

Notes claim the voyage by Ada Uh Amundsen cost about 500000 dollars, described as the most costly polar expedition in history. The text refers to Amundsen and a dirigible voyage with disputed ownership.

Amundsen Ada Uh Amundsen

Millionaire held in grave case after preliminary inquiry

Wealthy St Peters burg real estate operator LIliatt released on 25000 bond as a material witness in the death of Mrs Elliott. The inquiry followed her fall at the White Home and the inquest set for tomorrow with investigation continuing in Saunday.

Saunday Eliott Gites Ball Clearpater Agene Liliatt St Petersburg Elliott

System enables ships to dodge storms in Navy tests

Washington June 27 The department recommends a hurricane range finding system using radio barometric charts and weather maps aboard the cargo ship Kittery. Navigators on the Hampton Roads West Indian run have repeatedly avoided storms by spotting paths days in advance.

Kittery Navy Washington Department Hampton Roads West Indian Run

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