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Newspaper

Helena Independent

Location

Helena, Montana, United States of America

Date

Jun 29, 1931

Page

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Prohibition repeal revenue claim shocks treasury deficit

The Association Against the Prohibition Amendment argues repeal of the 18th Amendment would generate enough federal revenue to erase the treasury deficit. The group cites reforms from states that repealed prohibition and contends restoration of legal alcohol sales could yield substantial income.

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Prohibition Push Expands Agent Training Across Cities

Washington wires report last minute orders for a federal push with 354 new agents entering prohibition training. Agents to start in 12 cities July 4 with 62 in New York City and others in Philadelphia Richmond New Orleans Chicago San Francisco Seattle Cincinnati St Paul Kansas City Denver and Winston.

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Tragedy in New York Drowns Three Boys and Father

Albany reports a man and his three young sons were killed when a train derailed a trestle collapse sent the father and two boys 40 feet into the Normankill creek. The victims named are Thomas Thress, his son Wittam, and others including Solomon Massell’s infant brother.

Albany N. Ys Normanskill creeck hays Thomas Thress Wittam Tors eel Soloman Massell Solomon

Expect Government Aid for Drought Sufferers Conference Result

Officials discussed relief for northern drought sufferers with Governor Erickson and other leaders. Mr. Brown promised to report Nixon investigations to Secretary Jivde in Kansas City after a Wednesday meeting with Washington representatives. The group, including Senator Walsh and Red Cross officials, awaits the agriculture secretary’s report before any action.

Brown Erickson Nixon Jivde Kansas City

Financial Problems Front Government Good Old Days Gone

Washington reports two major fiscal challenges in the postwar era. The United States faces a balanced budget question after a decade of mounting deficits while trying to stabilize foreign debt and European finances. President Hoover urges adjustments, including a moratorium on some government obligations, as expenditures edge past revenues for the first time since 1949.

WLU BEALE Washington Hoover United States Presdent Moorer treasury TRHGOO

Moratorium plan urged by MMSKOB leader on tour

John A. Thagkob, chairman of the demo tranic national committee, returned on the liner Bremen after a months tour of Europe with Moorer moratorium proposal. He said conditions in five countries were better than a year ago though the mood seemed world wide. He called the Hoover moratorium proposal constructive and hoped it would be accepted to stabilize world conditions.

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Montanan Killed by Train Near Wenatchee

Wenatchee Washington June 28 Engineer Oalla Day braked to slow speed to avoid a man on the tracks but the Great Northern Spokane passenger train struck and killed Frank Vannier 46 of Deer Lodge Montana as he visited his sister in Wenatchee Authorities reported the accident occurred on the tracks as the train approached the station. Vannier was identified as the deceased by local officials and the incident was investigated by railroad authorities.

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Merged Churches Unite in Major Revival Event

Seattle June 28 Two large faith groups the Congregational and Christian churches of the United States and Canada completed a merger with a unanimous constitution adoption. Over 3 000 delegates attended the convention and a connected revival was prophesied by Rev Cadman of New York predicting a broadening of faith beyond creedal divides in the coming era.

Seattle Upy Congregational United States Canada Jorday Keaton J. T. Atkinson Piedmont College Georgia S. Tares Cadman New York

OPANIGH FEGIME VICTOR AT POLLS

Madrid dispatch reports Spain voting for republican government in national constitutional assembly polls. Early unofficial returns show republicans leading in 497 deputies as clashes erupt. at least three killed in disturbances, including a policeman in Adaiona and a clash in San Sebastian between Catholic nationalists and republicans.

CLARENCEH DUROST Madrid Spain national constitutional assembly remaliat Hne pratasonal Adaiona Cathoe San Sebastian

Mellon and Gauss Debate Plan on War Debt Holiday

American and French financial leaders pressed Hoover’s war debt holiday, with Andrew Mellon and Ambassador Walter Edge meeting Pierre Flandin and Bank of France officials to align positions. Discussions planned with Treasury Secretary and Laval, amid Hague agreements and unsettled terms.

Andrew W. Mellon Hoover Walter Edge Pierre Flandin Manes Clement Maret Bank of France

WIVES WITNESS Dt l PLANE IN RICH THEE MEN in RE LED

Three men were killed when a cabin plane crashed 12 miles southeast of here. Victims: Kari Jensen pilot Rey Crahbl and Jack Wilson. Witnesses say motor failure caused the crash at about 400 feet. Plane owned by A G Ryan.

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Helena Weather Hit By Rain and Hail Storm

A thundery rain and hail storm struck Helena lasting about 23 minutes with hail near five minutes of heavier shower. Precipitation reached 0.37 of an inch as waters overwhelmed sewers briefly and lawns and gardens suffered mud and debris swept into gulches while residents inspected the damage after the storm subsided.

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Revision of Electoral Law Demanded by Rebels

Rebels demand a revisited electoral law as a regiment of infantry from Cuzco supports a movement. An official communique says the 1th infantry at Cures and the 18th at Puna defected and overran the Cures garrison at night while other units nearby did not join. The target leader has been abroad since his regime fell last March, and a cruiser Gra ty Jain carried troops to Mollenda. An Arequipa base and garrison actions are noted amid unrest.

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Boy 21 calmly tells of murder of teacher accused of slandering him

Sehapflin, arrested in Blackson California a week ago on an assault charge, confessed the slaying to deputies. Sheriff Rufus Johnston of Fort Marcan and Sehapflin traveled from Wyoming after leaving a train from California. The youth described luring the teacher to a hotel room, killing her, disposing of the body, and then fleeing. Details retold by the sheriff include meeting the victim on the train, the drive to a hotel, and the plan to conceal the crime. The report notes the train arrival time and date, with further account continued on page 10.

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Smuggler 16 Lost In Niagara Falls

Niagara Falls New York June unidentified tan man believed to be a smuggler perishes at Horseshoe Falls after his boat was swept away. Firemen failed to reach him as waves pulled him under the cataract. A single oar fragment was found near the wrecked boat. Police suspect a rival runner may be involved as the man tried to return to Canada with whiskey or aliens.

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Former St Charles Student Dies in Missoula Fishing Accident

Albert Joe R Beaudello, a Missoula baseball player and former Mount St Charles College student, drowned when he fell into a 10K Jam while fishing north of Missoula. His body was recovered by companion B o R Lanaghan and brought to Misonia. Beaudello, a native of Anaconda, attended Mount St Charles college in Helena and played for Philipsburg High School teams.

Missoula rockarly Albert Joe R Beaudello B. o R. Lanaghan Misonia Benadette Anaconda Mount St. Charles college Helena Philipsburg

World Powwow on Silver 13 Pressed for Action

Reno Nevada on June 28 reports Conaraman B. S. Arentz of Nevada pressed for action on the silver issue. He praised the president's war debt moratorium suggestion and urged an international conference to discuss the silver problem.

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Tragedy on Dallas Road Ends in Double Death

A 18 year old Abe Schrether and 17 year old Pauline Corinan were found shot to death on the Overton Road, one mile south of Dallas, after leaving a home drive at 10 o clock. A Mulitt through the heart and a distance from the harbed wire fence marked the scene while a card bearing their names lay nearby. Neighbors reported the couple appeared joyful that night and had been seen together before the incident. Local authorities investigate the double homicide as details and motives remain unclear.

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Fire devastates Mexicali Chinese quarter in border city

A large fire in Mexicali on June 28 destroyed several Chinese shops and homes, consuming an entire block. Officials put the damage at about a quarter of a million dollars. The blaze started last night and was controlled by today with no immediate word on casualties.

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Deer Lodge Rodeo Cowboy Pins Injuries After Crash

A Deer Lodge cowboy was thrown from a docking charge at the rodeo today and brought to town by an airplane owned by Hert Mooney of Tutte. He suffered a brain injury and is in critical condition with other injuries.

Noted Dame Weds Longview Man In Secret Outdoor Ceremony

Mrs. Minti Kennedy a noted evangelist and mother of Aimee Sample Mether, married Ren I. G. Gay at dawn on the banks of Lake Sacajews in Longview. The Angelus temple double ring rite was performed hurriedly after news of the plans leaked. The couple left by automobile to an unknown destination with a small party present.

Longview Wish tame Minti Kennedy Aimee sample Metherson Mm. G. In. Hudson Lake Sacajews Ren i. G. Gay

Thrilling Rescue Of Boy From Deep Well

A boy named Hoenn Sith, 22 hours buried in a cave in the Ottawa area, was brought to the surface today by a night-long rescue team. A crowd of several hundred cheered as his head appeared. His mother Edith Smith had collapsed yesterday from strain.

Ottawa

Man Lost in Lake at Glacier Park River Disaster

Stanley Clark, 32, mechanic, drowned after his boat overturned in St Marys Lake Glacier Park Montana. Four others escaped by swimming ashore Dorothy Schwartz Minneapolis Minnesota Finvenes Bramnworth Minneapolis Theron Jensen Ted s De Minn Jetty Stevens Glacier Park. Clark had lived in Glacier Park since 1920. Body to be sent to Clark's home in Sekha Minnesota.

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Capone to be sentenced in federal court this week

Chicago June 26 Star dispatch reports Al Capone faces a federal court sentence this week for tax evasion and related offenses amid ongoing government effort to move to end organized crime. Prosecutors expect the minimum penalty of three years, while offenses could reach 24 years. Capone’s plea may lessen the final outcome.

Capone

Robbins Plans Flight Over Pacific for $25,000 Prize

Fort Worth dispatch reports VPy Reg. I. Robbins aims to begin a man stop flight from Seattle to Tokyo to claim the $25,000 prize offered by the Asahi newspaper. He indicated this plan as of June 28 and noted it hinges on feasibility.

Fort Worth Texas Reg I. Robbins Seattle Tokyo Asahi yeaterday

Sixth Day of Heat Searing Nation With Record Highs

Intense heat kept the nation in a devitalizing grip as thermometers hit sixth consecutive record marks. The heat caused deaths and crop damage across several regions, with relief only in parts of the Dakotas and Minnesota. The Weather Bureau warned of continued warmth as millions sought shade and cooling across parks, resorts, and highways.

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Tarzan of Apes Fights Orangutans in Cage Riot

In San Francisco on June 28 the scene at a menagerie featured Tarzan of the Apes fighting five orangutans amid a disturbance. A keeper was attacked as the apes surged, Charlie the orangutan delivering a blow to the keeper’s leg before others joined the fray. Assistants arrived and restrained the animals as the altercation continued.

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Great Falls Pioneer Dies in Car Crash

Great Falls June 28 Alexander Mowbray 63 longtime builder and resident was killed Saturday afternoon when his car went over a west of Lincoln bank. The single occupant vehicle rolled several times as he drove to visit his son Russell Mowbray in Missoula who had a Helmode cabin. Mowbray left a note with his name and address and an unfinished message Tell Russell The body was taken to Deer Lodge for burial tomorrow He is survived by his widow and two daughters

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Nationalist Army Prepares For Advance On Canton

Nationalist forces in Hongkong report Southern insurgent leaders massing their troops. General Chen Ming-Shu is linked to the movement and may move to take Canton. The 19th army moved from Sinfeng Kiang to Tayuling pass while divisions reportedly split over whom to support.

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