Final $100000 Pledged to Save Dempsey Gibbons Fight
Great Falls June 28 The Jack Dempsey Tom Gibbons heavyweight title fight, twice threatened with collapse over a financial crisis, has cleared the last hurdle and will be decided in Shelby on July 4. Twenty influential Montana businessmen pledged 2000 each to raise the final 100000, with George H Staunton of the Staten Trust and Savings Bank advancing 4000 to secure the effort. the money will be in cash by tomorrow night, not turned over to manager Jack Kearns until Monday. The financing marks a remarkable achievement to save the bout and honor of Montana for the world heavyweight championship.
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Associated Press
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Wampuiees
Delorme Defense Loses Vital Point in Trial
In Montreal, autopsy evidence undermines defense claims Raouk Ne lorive was killed by Iess lethal bullets. Mystics who oversaw the autopsy testified a .23 caliber bullet was recovered, matching other evidence against Adelard Teloumne and complicating the priest’s past connections.
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Fog Foils Alien In Endurance Test
Astoriated Preso Diego Cal Tune The Treat words of Capt Lowell HH Smith Lleut John B Richter army aviators this morning when the airplate in which they honed a remail aloft four days and four migles crossed on the mud fastr Rockwell field were these When can we ty again he vwush came as the result of thick for Another fight will be imprac Muable Witt the next full moon period The avinters received much praise for their courage in templing another refuaiing call play in the deom while fly ing less than 100 feet from the aartl.
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Frontline Actions Near Ruhr Cut By French Advance
French forces extend sector along the Ruhr confluence at Essen, seizing territory as a penal measure amid shifting front lines. Sentries clash with German troops. French claim a sniper’s nest near Hohen-Sybine as a wedding interruption distracts civilians. Seven Germans sentenced to death by a French court for sabotage, with additional terms for related charges.
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Paris Senate Votes Coin for Ruhr and Premier Ovation
Paris in a rare Senate session applauded Premier Poincare as he urged the upper house to approve 307,000,000 francs for Ruhr occupation credits. He warned force may continue until Germany surrenders, prompting a standing, lengthy ovation from senators. The report notes economic strain and rising German industrial activity described amid tense war finance.
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Associated Press
Gere
Earthquake felt across San Bernardino valley prompts no damage
An earthquake lasting several seconds was felt in San Gernaching and Colton at 4:45 PM with activity also reported in Redlards Highland and Los Angeles as barely perceptible. No damage was reported.
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Prize Autos Parade Saturday Through City Streets
A parade of five prize automobiles will be shown Saturday afternoon as part of the Everybody Wins Something campaign. The line includes a Buick Six Standard Touring Car, Oldsmobile five-passenger, Studebaker Light Six Touring, and a Chevrolet Sedan, with a final maroon sedan featured. Local contestants can view the cars they competed for.
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Chicago labor chief held after clashes at Grant Park
Chicago June Mold Metal, a labor leader known as an alleged figure in a disorderly conduct case, was arrested amid conflicts among building trades. About 250 workers, mostly iron workers and caisson crews, left jobs around Grant Park Stadium and gathered at nearby construction sites, raising tensions in the city.
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Mitigue Carpentier Contest Called Off
By Associated Press New York June 20 the bout between Georges Carpentier and Mike Melartds light heavyweight champion was canceled a day before the scheduled date at Hoyles Thirty Acres in Jersey City. Tex Rickard canceled after failing to receive a reply to cables sent to Carpentier and his manager Wey.
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Tex Rickard
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Booze Row Harding 15 to Go Up to Houses Rumor
A garbled report from June suggests a political clash over prohibition policy. Officials weigh reviving the dry law despite foreign shipping pressures and uncertain prospects in Congress. Continued on page 1.
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Adams denies making national issue from Republican push
In a statement to press, Adams says he did not foresee any wart between Republicans and Democrats in the 1924 campaign. He asserts Harding will be renominated, and that the Harding administration merits support, denying claims of a broader party conflict over policy.
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Gemand Coal Workers Push For New Wage Agreement
Coal labor negotiators at a Wy convention unanimously adopt a tentative wage agreement following patterns set at a Shiamekin convention in January. Workers at several mines demand wage protections while operators seek to modify terms. The tentative deal, entered last September, expires in junior ten months, with no wage increase agreed.
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Oklahoma Troops Deployed Amid Girl Case Stir
Northeastern Oklahoma faces martial strain as National Guard units prepare for possible action after a girl case linked to Miami and Okmulgee counties prompts authorities to consider a broader countywide response. Governor keeps plans under review as reports from Picher and Victor detail alleged operations and surrounding tensions.
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Dun Reviews Half Year Era of Contraction
Dun reviews a half year contraction in the domestic economy with lower demands and price stabilization. The report cites muted gains in the first quarter, ongoing mispricings, and a general slowdown across various sectors in a cautious outlook.
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Busy Hours Treasure State Extends Put In By Warm Welcome
President Harding and Mrs. Harding were warmly greeted in Mele by Montana residents and visitors as their presidential special train arrived. A crowd of nearly 1000 gathered, flowers fell at the station, and a parade of decorated autos accompanied the party. Governor Dixon and other officials welcomed the president, who spoke at Shrine Temple about Shriners and national fraternity.
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Tornado Strikes Freight Train Near Winslow Kansas
A tornado tore through Ford County near Winslow in Kansas tonight striking a Santa Fe freight train. Four cars were derailed, and damage reported along the line as crews assess the wreckage and arrange repairs. Local authorities warn of continued weather risks in the area.
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President Harding greets disabled veterans at hospital
President Warren G. Harding spoke at an informal Red Cross gathering at Fort Morrison Veterans Hospital. He commended the disabled ex servicemen, pledged attention to their welfare, and promised restoration to sound physical condition after wartime burdens.
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Harding Visited Montana Towns Delivers Short Addresses
President Harding greeted crowds in Butte and Dillon delivering brief remarks on postwar revival and national confidence. He spoke on employment, labor, and unity, urging restoration of normalcy and support for wartime policies, while noting government efforts to boost industry and morale.
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Poison in Stomach of Frisco Man Causes Death
The body of Rahbi Meyer was found in his study early Wednesday morning. An autopsy showed traces of poison in the stomach, and the stomach was sent to a pathologist for analysis. The report was submitted without comment as investigators pursued the cause of death.
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FAGLES TO MEET IN HELENA NEXT
In Helena on June 20 the Fagles met for the state meeting. Officers chosen include William Mollas of Butte as past president and William Shea of Great Falls as president. Other officers named are J Troy Havre vice president WF Ziclin Helena secretary Herbert Cree Missoula treasurer Oscar Holding Missoula and guards and trustees from several towns.
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