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Newspaper

Helena Independent

Location

Helena, Montana, United States of America

Date

Jun 30, 1922

Page

4

Constable fatally shoots rancher resisting arrest in Montana

Malta Montana reports Constable Emil Lucht shot and killed Hiam Threlfall a rancher resisting arrest near Saco. Threlfall had refused to surrender a horse owned by Philip Eidel. after a struggle at the Threlfall home Lucht opened fire as Threlfall moved toward him. Coroner's inquest called and Threlfall described as quarrelsome. burial held in Malta. Threlfall survived by wife Mrs Threlfall and five daughters Margie Ruthy and others.

Malta Hiam Threlfall Saco Emil Lucht Threlfail Philip Eidel Trinsdale Threlfall Sesson Eidel Wrettle Mallu Licht Lucht Therellall Luett Tucker Trowdlesoue Pergans Negishor Hls Matla Malla Willy Ms Margie Ruthy Dlp

Ask Pat Carney 10 Enter the Rage for the State Senate

Junn 2 Waterloo visitor Patrick Carney, a veteran Democratic goatherd, prompted discussion on state senate races. He mentioned CW Chowning of Ennie declining to enter, while letters from Madison leaders urge Carney’s run, hoping his name recognition could win support if a campaign is mounted.

Pat Carney Rage For the State Senate Patrick Carney Waterloo Democratic Party Miner Carney CW Chowning Ennie Madison Chowning

Rattlesnake Bite Rescued Child In Sand Creek Area

A seven year old daughter of Mrs SW Eads was bitten near Sand Creek. She was brought to Jordan where Dr Mackenzie administered the antidote potas permanganate with no adverse effects. Immediate bandaging between bite and heart was applied, and stimulants were avoided to not strain the heart. Unclear weather kept rattlesnakes active this year. a local man named Lahm in Jordan was reportedly hired twice for snakebite services.

Miler SW. Eads Sand Creek Jordan Pr. Mackenzie Lahm Wan Smd

Fire God Broods Over the Woods

A large hazy glow hangs over a vast forest region spanning Washington Idaho Montana and South Dakota as fires swell beyond control. Fire officials report the origin of the blaze remains unseen amid widespread smoke and shifting winds making containment difficult. Specially trained units have been deployed to augment regular forces, with weather conditions sustaining a critical hazard in northern Idaho forests.

Missouri Washington Idaho Montana Dakota Peegent

Mian and Wife Die of Spotted Fever in Stevensville

In Stevensville region a man and his wife, Jacobson couple, died of spotted fever. The Jacobsons, about 10 years old, lived on Haas Creek near the canyon. Funeral services or Iain Tacobsan were held, with Afra, Tolin Tacobson among the dying at the site. Dr. Ron Parker reported brush and timber clearing had not been done to eliminate the disease habitat. John and Isaac Jacobson survive their parents. Mr. Jacobson formerly resided in Bonner before moving to Bitter Root.

Stavenssville Iain Tacobsan Stevensville Afra Tolin Tacobson Jacobson Haas Creek Ron. Parker John Isaac Jacobson Mr. Jacobson Bonner

$600 Foot In Coyote Pelts Recovered In Montana

Lewistown police recovered 61 coyote pelts valued at 400 after theft from Lewis town bile cascern. The pelts were found Monday at Moore en route to a St Louis house. Two men Vick Sair and Hugh Neel were arrested by Sheriff Billy Woods and held in county jail.

Lewistown Moore St. Louis Vick Sair Hugh Neel Billy Woods

Missoula Engineer Fatally Struck by Power Line

A Milwaukee engineer identified as Non Git Gill died in Missoula after a June 29 accident while working on a motor in the yards. Fire Chief Cranney and Assistant Chief Jern attempted first aid for two hours but failed. Gill was swept from the motor, struck the cable, and died instantly. bystanders and responders struggled to free the line and transport him to hospital. Gill was survived by a wife and children in Miner Ledge.

Missoula Milwaukes Milwaukes Power Ling Chiat Cranney Jern Gill Privrose I. M. Clowes

WCKEY KILLS RACe OFFICIAL THEN SELF

Reno racing scene shaken as Wockeyrider Ridgler fires on a race official then shoots himself, amid suspensions and expulsions. Arch ie Ridgler, a widely known jockey and racing figure, faced inquiries as officials report a chaotic incident at Reno venues. News notes also reference political chatter about Pricketts in Washington and Harding era movements.

Call for Special Session Over Grasshopper Plague

A Montana movement urges Governor Dixon to convene a special session of the legislature to fund grasshopper control in 1923. County officials plan to meet the governor to request authority for poison programs, with costs shared by the county and landowners. Reports from Judith Basin note heavy hopper populations and rising egg prospects, prompting proposed county delegation to Helena.

Stanford Joseph MM. Pixon Board of Comy Commissioners Judith Basin Froit John A. Wilson Devete Beach Covernor Dixon Helena Ane Wibers

Great Northern Shop at Great Falls Expands Staff

Great Falls June 28 Thirty men were added to the Great Northern shop force yesterday morning, raising the total to more than 300. Shop superintendent A M H Malenko cited increased business to handle grain, lumber and flour cars for full shipments. All new hires were former operators laid off earlier.

Great Falls Great Northern Railway A. MH. Malenko Malonke Pranent Ehuy Farmer Am. Plaves

Lewistown Woman Dies by Own Hand

Lewistown June 28 The only development Monday regarding the death by her own action of Della Michelsen Sunday by taking poison was a telegram from Duiin vt Parga North Dakota stating he will leave immediately for the city to take charge of the body. Before taking poison the woman wrote a note which she pinned to her pillow asking that Me Quinn be notified if there is an accident.

Lewistowal Stgard Della Michelsen Duiin Vt

Locals compile list of visitors, roads improved, and town news

White Sulphur Springs notes a busy week with visitors from Roze nam Priday and Livingston, road patrols on North Park and Sheep Creek roads planned repairs to low spots and ruts, and several locals including Schaffarzick and Walsh arriving for short visits. Community events include birthday party for Luella, parish plans for summer, and a wolf-trapping note by RB Smith.

Mis Raider Fran Rozenam Priday Raider Beni Ditrict North Park Sheep Creek Nore Tor, Reller Livingston Copeland Rarewan He Cope Charles Schaffarzick Schaffaraick Bron Love Father Muller Carol Harleman Homie Torth Tosen James 4. Walsh Welena Earle T. Angell T. C. Power Majors Company California San Francisco Catalina Ishend Ueking Portlands Buen Gs Robert Achuaer Torfin Victor J. T. Shorey Desir Watcott White Suishur Califor

Field Marshal Wilson and the Ulster crisis touch

A damaged report recounts the assassination attempt on Field Marshal Sir Henry WH Wilson and mentions Sir James Craig and Ulster leaders. It notes the shock in Dublin republican ranks and the Belfast reactions, with O'Brien and James named among accused in the shooting case.

Jaman Crale Worth Irelend Henry EH. Wilson James Enel Cavan Treary Howry Hughes Wilson Mie Anais Britai Donrway London Ireland de Sly James Craig Ulster Dow Irish Republicanarte Sir Henry Dublin Owen Duffy Stall

Senate Raises House Rates on Foodstuffs in Assembly

Washington reports the Senate approved higher consumer prices for milk fresh at 24 cents per gallon raw. butter and cheese costs set. poultry and other staples listed with new rates. Democratic resistance noted amid broad support from the majority. details show wide economic impact on household groceries.

Washington Tarilis Faodstufis Senate Rcal Ie Democratisie Paultre Vents Pouni Nanse Ellathey Poultry Dressers

Walton files declaration of intention for Republican ticket

A. J. Walton of Hele filed yesterday a declaration of intention to seek a Republican nomination for a county office. He pledges to serve to the best of his ability if elected, outlining his aims and preliminary qualifications.

A.J. Walton Solered Hele Cone

Brave Mare Buber A Dubious Victim At St Petersburg Pool

A report from St Petersburg, Florida notes a monster or fierce creature attacked swimmer Dorothy Mellatonio. Buber reportedly performed a brave act while McCintehie tended her injuries, with Mellatonio recovering after the incident.

bRitine Dorothy Mellatonio St. Petersburg McCintehie

Famine Refugees Build New Dyke Along Yellow River

In Peking on May 21 authorities plan a new dyke along the Yellow River to shield about 300 villages from famine risk. Some 15 000 famine refugees are employed on the project under advisory guidance from American experts. Phoenix silk underwear offered at Tisher's.

Peking Yellow River

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