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Helena Independent

Location

Helena, Montana, United States of America

Date

Jun 28, 1932

Page

2

Silver plank debated to back silver in Democratic platform

Three Western senators met in conference to draft a silver plank for the Democratic platform aiming to restore silver to its monetary basis. They proposed calls for an international conference in 1942 and debated a fixed silver to gold ratio, while concerns about eastern opposition and silver state demands were noted. Compton White carried a proposal to broaden the monetary base by adding silver coinage with a set ratio. A separate item reports a double tragedy at Pullman, Wash, where Archie Haines was killed by Clarence Bergen, who then killed himself after urging Haines daughter to kill him.

Milo M. Thompson Chicago Longrove 1 Washington King Nevada Wheeler Montana Key Pittman Senator Wine Dill Compton J. White Clarks Fork Idaho Toom Lnicht Pullman Wash Archie M. Haines Clarence Bergen Haines

Helena Hosts Montana Stockmen Visitors From Minnesota and North Dakota

Helena yesterday hosted a delegation of farmers and stockmen from Minnesota and North Dakota. The group toured ranches in the Helena valley and the state capitol, viewing feeding, breeding, and fattening practices while officials from the Commercial club and state agriculture offices spoke on Montana stock methods and potential profits. The visit included a luncheon at Eddy cafe and tours led by Northern Pacific agriculture agents and state leaders.

Helena Minnesota North Dakota Yellowstown Park Montana Northern Pacific Laudararr Lincenln Commercial Club Este Helena Commercial Club A. H. Stafford J. H. Carmichael Murray E. Stebbins Montana Woolgrowers'’ Association Fred Heinecke First National Bank and Trust Company Robert B. Towle Federal Reserve Bank J. E. O'Connell G C. Lamport Ralph E. Ward Couity R. J. Dee W. W. Moses State Department of Agriculture H. H. Pigott Walker Land and Livestock Company R. L. Barrett Augusta Sheepman E. A. Phillips Montana Stockgrowers' Association

Resolutions Praise Life of Judge H. Smith Adopted by Court

The Montana supreme court adopted memorial resolutions on Judge Henry Smith, praising his life and character. Judge William T. Pigett led a committee to draft the resolutions, with members from various Montana courts and officials. reading declined by Judge Haley. The tribute says Smith was a distinguished figure of original thought and action and an admired partner to the court, whose memory the court will cherish.

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Death of Francis E. Simpson at 31 after brief illness

Francis E. Simpson 31 son of the late Herbert E. Simpson and proprietor of the Simpson Radio company at 107 Starn avenue died at St. Peter's hospital from an intestinal ailment after several months illness. He served in the US Marines 1923 to 1926, was manager of Arton Brothers store, and owned his radio business two years. Survived by widow Constance and a son, with a sister in Spokane. Body at Herrmann funeral home. arrangements pending.

Francis E. Simpson Herbert E. Simpson Simpson Radio Company Starn Avenue St. Peter's Hospital Mr. Simpson Simpson Helena United States Marines Arton Frothers Helena Aerie of Bugies Christian Science Church Constance Simpson Marjoria Tysehen Spokane Herrmann and Company Funeral Home

Legislature Elector Role Clarified by Montana Attorney General

The Montana Legislature member may also be a presidential elector, per an AG opinion requested by Judith Basin County. Another opinion holds cosmetologists must be licensed when practicing in private homes, at the request of the state board. Fred Lay notes landowners or possessors may sign herd district petitions.

Montana Anuse Alany Foot Judith Basin Stanford State Board of Beauty Culturiats Fred Lay Bozeman

Wolf Greek Picnic Draws Crowd at Dearborn Club Event

More than 299 attended the Wolf Greek Picnic held Sunday by the Dearborn Galfels and Home Demonstration Club. Don Brown led the calf club, with Mrs. Clyde Overman and Mrs. Ralph Purgrart in charge of arrangements. The running events featured many runners including Lia Davik and Jackie Fry, while boxing and wrestling saw several matches and draws.

Dearborn Don Brown Calf Club Clyde Overman Ralph Purgrart Menc Lia Davik Maery Roinig Mary Ann Cahrin Jackie Fry Lard Mannia Jeannette Jacobson Steve Magraw Ann Greenfield Eleanor Estill Jerry Wilson Garvin Ess RD Hideke Olavis Mannix nAlehon Aldo Tha jBrestam

Senator Cowan Escapes Death As Pistol Jam Saves Him

State Senator William T. Cowan of Box Elder narrowly avoids harm when a would be robber fails to fire as Cowan confronts him at the store. The attacker, seen leaving with a bag of groceries, was caught and the pistol misfired during the confrontation. Sheriff and neighbors aided in custody as Cowan’s alarmed home bell rang during the incident. The suspect’s wife, 25, claimed they are on their way to South Dakota with a license.

William T. Cowan Box Elder Mill County Monta Cowan Stafford LE Countys Baxaider Groverie Ulnorarn Aliowy Lawn Hanes Moon South Dakota

Fire Chief Warns Against Careless Use Of Crackers

Acting Fire Chief Martin Juhl urges caution with fireworks as dry weather raises fire risk. He supports restricting sales and reiterates supervision of youngsters. Fireworks should not be set near buildings or dry vegetation. violators may face enforcement.

Helena Crackere Martin Juhl Juhl Commissiorer Ab Buildinga Shail

GANDIDATES TAKE STATE BAR EXAM IN DELAYED TEST

Six ageing Morneye are taking a simulated bar exam under the supervision of the Bar of the State. The examination, delayed for reasons unclear, involves candidates including George V. Pate, with several others listed as present or delayed.

V. Pateten Vwedenies Wadinek Mb Waite Leonard Tieltitly TH Hndely Miles

School Bonds Buyout Figures in Cascade County Parcel

Fragmented report shows Cascade County approved bonds around twenty thousand dollars to fund a school building project. The purchase details appear partially obscured by OCR errors but indicate expenditures tied to a primary school site and related infrastructure.

Elevators and Mills of Montina Hold Less Wheat in June

Fragmentary OCR reports reduced wheat holdings at Montina elevators and mills in June. The article lists quantities and various coded terms, with several garbled sections, but indicates a decline from earlier months and references multiple mill and wheat figures.

Montina Holding

Monta Mitten Teachers Receive $125 Each

The Monta Mitten teachers earned $125 each for the quarter ending Thursday June 9. Martha and others received $140 for their efforts, while fencing contributions and monthly parent payments were noted. The state fund supported these payments and the program funding was described as sufficient.

Martha Sane Taehora Matty

Cab in mess at Sincago swedish club incident

Deputy Administrator A A Aman said he would pursue charges after police found wine and alcohol in lockers at the club. The incident involved a club member facing possible illegal transportation and possession charges as investigators work to identify those responsible.

Sincago Cijewen Aa. E. Aman RM Thombhers Quar Amin Witeh Prom Nyharb Preddent Chib

Mrs Ellis A Yost Honored by National Committee

Mrs Ellis A Yost of Huntington West Virginia was honored today by a national committee. Robert J Lacan, former executive director of the families, would become artist to the chair, as the national headquarters planned changes at Chicago.

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