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Newspaper

Helena Independent

Location

Helena, Montana, United States of America

Date

Jun 28, 1936

Page

10

Lomski Confident On July 4 Red Lodge Bout

Lomski, backed by Leo Laimehi, predicts a victory over Ford Smith in Red Lodge Arena on July 4. He aims to mount a comeback with mountain air training and a string of notable opponents including Joe Sevkora Louis Tiepo and Braddock, seeking a world title challenge.

Lomski Ford Smith Red Lodge Battle Arena Fled Lodge Deler Kord Smit Leo Laimehi Aberdeen Red Lodge Lomeki Agellorte Ring Smuths Mighty Junges Smith Abadeen Montanas Smitt Chaliense Dlrs Eeard Joe Sevkora Louis Tiepo Lenhirt Tiger Braddock Dimony Pluttersy Jamea Braddon Champlain Kew York Chicago Stidlin Nobbs Uvans Lamski Leland Newusah Jocal Pord Smith Leo Lowiskt Fraeia Inn Bni Soove Green Bay Hed Lodge Seolth

Eight Quarry Sites Proposed for AIP-RAP Rock in State

Glasgow June 27 Army engineers report several potential quarries for AIP-RAP rock. Sites include Hurleur area south of Stoghorse, Fort Renton southeast of Big Sand near Kik Park, Riceville along Highway 88 from Great Palle, and a quarry along Highway 81 between Helent and Hutte. Government planning notes indicate rock needs for dam construction and frost protection, with bids to be awarded based on contractor proposals.

Glasgow Port Peck Army Fort Werk Durtes Waren Spake Mitte Hurleur Arothey Stoghorse Hutte Ub Momlague Fort Renton Riceville Quarrs Great Palle Miesile Monareh Helge Helent Hutte Aear Kik Park Station Bull

Lightning Start 17 Forest Fires in the Flathead

Severe lightning sparks report 17 forest fires across the Flathead region. Officials warn the fire season will run from mid spring to September with dangerous conditions and heightened patrols. Fire crews work to contain blazes near Dart and nearby communities as weather remains volatile and vegetation remains dry.

Ris Ventind Forestry Ees Dart Cipal da Snath

Polson Postpones Fourth Celebration Amid Turbulent Planning

Disrupted plans signal a postponement for Polson’s Fourth Celebration as local leaders and commerce chamber members struggle with organizing details. The event’s reshaping includes uncertain dates and venues, with officials considering a water-themed format and involvement from community groups.

Forest Service buys $25 000 in supplies for Northwest region

Central purchase offices announce purchases totaling about 25 900 dollars of food and lumber for forest service buildings. Items include sugar and 20 900 pounds cheese from Missoula Mercantile, flour from Hyperay Flown and Centennial Mills, coffee from Commercial Company of Portland, salmon, peas, and assorted staples to be distributed across the Northwestern region.

Missoula We Forest Service Snakane Centennial Milla Spahan Portland Waas Brothers San Crotteres Splnich Pte Stind Crocer Rompins Mre

Tall Up Salmon River Showa Interest Draws Crowds

Local observers report strong interest in the Tall Up Salmon River area amid discussion of regional developments. Community figures and residents from nearby settlements gathered to hear proposals and assess potential impacts on land use and local economies.

Ranchers Move Chickens in Deep Hopper Spreads

A scattered report describes ranchers hauling chickens to thick hopper spots for feed, detailing a wagon-stalled scene and concerns about hens creating slippery road surfaces. The piece references Reenich and a southeastern state area, noting menaces to drivers and unusual road conditions.

Reenich

Driver of Car Shocks After Bolt Hits Flathead Road

A driver on Flathead Road experienced a severe shock when a bolt struck the vehicle. Medical crews attended the scene as emergency responders secured the area and assessed injuries. Traffic was briefly halted to allow responders and authorities to investigate the incident and clear the roadway.

Bolt Flathead

Horse Barn Erected For Phillips Vair

A new horse barn with 20 stalls was built at the Phillips County fairgrounds. The project aims to boost horse ratings and attract breeders with enhanced facilities. Entertainment and midway attractions are planned for August 28 and 29, including singers, balloon ascensions, and parachute jumps.

Philling County Fairgrounds BT Lehmitt Kadsen Phillips County Wimcers Ballgon Uli

800 Acres of Mine Claims Are Leased

A fragment reports lease of 800 acres of mine claims near Plains on Tenry Creek, describing parties Guy Tenn Hill Weaver and aryl Dean, with rental terms to News Danter of Conrad. It mentions a 19 start deployment and rough examination of a stop, amid development efforts and pedestrians.

Plain Guy Tenn Hill Weaver Aryl Dean Plalais Tenry Creek Plains Renta Danter Conrad Thes Aynam Lexeer Quady Wing

Drunken Drivers in Flathead Pay $300

Drunken drivers in Flathead face fines and license actions after a series of incidents described by authorities. The report notes multiple arrests, revoked licenses, and ongoing enforcement by local police and the Flathead court system.

Flathead

Harrowing storm injures workers. furniture damaged in Parma area

Hamilton dung 27 Henry Moore and Ralph Beish returned to work after a severe electric storm. Moore rode a tractor, was stunned, but recovered. The storm tore through Challos Weights and disrupted the POW Thonburg room, shattering a lead pencil, splitting a window drape, and damaging a closet door as furniture was destroyed.

Hamilton Henry Moore Ralph Beish Tatter Stork Parma Vaneh Tabiradiy Marnlig Tata Moore Wes Polk Thonburg Stirs Furniburg

Outlook for Dry and Crops Good in Corvallis

Corvallis reports a favorable dry spell with crop prospects improving. The season shows grain yields up to a foot higher than last report, aided by timely rains on the east side irrigation canal. Farmers note lush growth and better-than-expected forage conditions, with pastures fattening on abundant grass.

Corvallis Sennon Vanchors

Cloudburst Causes Damage in Bitter Root Districts

Stovennville reports a cloudburst that flooded the Rosemont district, ten tiles southeast of Stovengville, causing deep water ditches and extensive damage. Feed, pens, and machinery were moved. a fly outfit was relocated. homes were flooded, with the Wilenbauch house lifted by water and the Donald Me Milget family displaced. One life note mentioned in Burnt Tork country. no tick losses but several flocks missing.

Stovennville Rosemont Stovengville Yen Conte Tonotlée Aida Fly Gudib Wilenbauch Donald Me

Through Lane Traffic Speed Up Ordinance Clash

City officials enforce a new ordinance aimed at speeding up through lanes and curbside traffic by limiting slow driving on designated streets. The measure targets vehicles traveling over a set speed on Terth Avenue south and through streets between Park Drive and Tenth Street, with arrests or vehicle tow to police stations for violators.

Gival Falla Terth Avenue Park Drive Tenth Street Trate Medinance Bleyrles Wlyerts Mings Mio Nolles

Disabled American Veterans convene at Weld War

The 16th annual state encampment of the Disabled American Veterans met today with Gormley advanced to command, J Merno of Helena named successor, Jarris of Missoula senior vice, three junior vice commanders chosen, adjutant T Walan of Helena, sergeant at arms Carl Krancia, treasurer Haglinh, and recommendations for veteran benefits and hospital insurance discussed.

Treat Anil Tmnagel Bourke Alymit Julin Gormley Lalla Senor J Merno Helena Tuntay Jamea Parris Missoula

Keith on Trial for Killing Miley Miley

State witnesses eyed testimony in a district court murder trial in Worth county where Keith is charged with fatally shooting Janice Miley last December. The state alleges a tile bullet struck Miley in the forehead causing her death. County Attorney Tomer A Hooter said he would not seek the death penalty.

Gtrele Janice Miley AL McCoiveely Keith Red Miley Warm Springs Tomer A Hooter

Student Editor Leads Montana State Card Desk

A young woman among MSU reporters becomes the first to hold down the campus card desk, guiding coverage and shaping the early editorial voice as the paper builds its Maltese cross of student journalism.

Montana State Ivalinin

Hurrying Woman Missed by Bolt That Hits Tree

A thunderstorm Saturday in Heston Heights caused a bolt of lightning to strike a tree, narrowly missing a hastening woman who had cut a short path to her home. Investigators found bark peeled and wood shavings scattered about twenty feet from the strike.

Heston Heights

Forest Smoking Ban Across Western Montana and Idaho Forests

Foresters announce a smoking ban in western Montana and parts of Idaho to prevent fires. The rule requires hikers and visitors to carry a bucket and shovel and extinguish all fires, with penalties and posted signs in affected forests including Lolo Bitterroot and Platherd regions.

Monans Moulin Chamber Lakes

Fingerprint vital clue in Slaying of Toe Brunier

A left hand fingerprint on a murder axe handle may identify a suspect in the killing of Toe Brunier. Sheriff McQuhunt and Under sheriff Go Bunn report a finger print and blood tests will be sent to a Butte hospital for analysis. Brunier, 48, a friend of Marchand, was found hacked to death in his cabin near here after being held in custody since May.

Lillon Toe Brunier Bunn Espera Butte Polite Department McGullam Butte Ajela Bruvier Urner Marchand Laet Marche Bo Vintt Brunier Friend Marchand

Fin man fatally wounded near ranch house in Baugh

A fin man was fatally wounded near a ranch house in Baugh. Investigators reported the incident and noted the man’s widow and two daughters among the surviving relatives. Local officials stated the investigation would continue.

Ranch Home

Sigma Chi Honors E. J. Lowry Former School Principal

Anaconda area attendees honor E J Lowry former principal of Allenda Week school at a meeting. Notice lists attendees from Amaconda and Bulte while a separate court notice grants letters of administration for the estate of Peter Paul Martane deceased with filing deadlines and attorney details.

Sigma Chi Honors E. J. Lowry Anaconda Amaconda Oom Lawton Thomas Roe Josaph Toe Ed Wergel Michael Murphy Stennie Tows Horlsell Baud Winn Ben Chealnnt

Notice to Creditors and Alias Summons for Montana case

A sworn notice to all creditors of Zehern William Jette Peccarra Nouve and others declares four months to present claims. An alias summons from the district court of the First Judicial District of Montana Lewis and Clark County orders unknown parties to answer regarding land described as Lots 18, 19, 20, 21, and 22 in the Ward or Village addition to Helena, Montana. The clerk Will Whatnesse will attest, with James Calvin Thompson acting as attorney for plaintiffs. The summons is dated June 10, 1916.

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