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Newspaper
Helena Independent
Location
Helena, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1929
Page
1
The missing Spanish airmen were rescued at dawn by the British carrier Eagle after flying beyond the Azores in a gas shortage. Maj Ramon Franco described the ordeal aboard the Eagle, with the rescue ship heading toward Gibraltar as authorities awaited further details.
Di Moline June 29 AP Mrs Phoebe Oemlie a Memphis aviatrix or Mrs Demile claimed a new altitude record for women at 25400 feet in a Monoplane during a flight from 3 45 to 5 50 pm over Iowa City Iowa The flight used a sealed barograph to be verified in Washington She reported hardships from cold low temperature and a nose bleed The flight supported a campaign to secure civic approval for a municipal airport and was witnessed by a National Aeronautical Association representative
The Associated Press reports varied aviation outcomes on Saturday with four Spanish airmen rescued after nearly a week at sea. Capt Frank Hawks set a Pacific to Atlantic nonstop record of 17 hours 35 minutes 59 seconds and a coast to coast return record of 26 hours 46 minutes 48 seconds. Miss Minneapolis faced an abort due to motor trouble during an endurance refueling attempt. The Three Musketeers team abandoned their endurance bid after a refueling setback. City of Cleveland nears the end of its run.
President Hoover named W. S. Mascrip of Minnesota and Charles C. Toagdo of California to two newly created farm board positions. Three appointments have been made, three offered, and two remain to be filled. Existing members include James G. Stone, C. B. Denman, and Carl Williams. Alexander H. Leggs was offered a post representing general business. Wheat and finance experts are eyed for two remaining seats, with rumors tying Arthur S. Knapp and H. A. Hartshorn to potential picks.
Patricia Ann Archer, 2, daughter of Mr and Mrs Michael H Archer of Billings, drowned after wandering near Grey Eagle ditch. Sister Lucille 11 left to buy milk. Patsy Ann disappeared and could not be revived. Virginia Stevens, 12, also died Thursday in an irrigation canal incident.
At the National Education Association convention in Atlanta R J Cunningham secretary of the Montana Education Association Helena was nominated for the NEA executive board. The Montana delegation election of directors from each state was to be held Wednesday.
San Antonio Tx June 7 AP a dramatic struggle to save a notorious killer from the electric chair ended when a jury ruled John M McKenzie insane He had killed chief of detectives Sam Street after escaping a penitentiary and had been sentenced to death Prominent churchmen defended him a defense fund was raised and Gov Moody and courts intervened Four times reprieves saved him before a district judge ordered a life sentence in an asylum
San Antonio June 29 Rene B Creager testified before the senate patronage committees defending his actions as a republican national committeeman He charged the committee exceeded its authority and told Senator Smith W Brookhart Iowa You cant bluff me The testimony followed a parade of witnesses defending the Texas Republican organization Continued on Page 1 Section 2
Great Falls dispatch reports June 29 when Al G Barnes circus workers chanted Hey Rube as Sheriff Seb Gordon wrestled a pistol from Auditor Jack Youden and escorted him to jail on a charge of second degree assault. The sheriff also carried a warrant for S L Cronin manager on a charge of permitting employees to short change patrons. Youden allegedly threatened to shoot as deputies moved toward Cronin.
Coventry crowds of about 300000 watched a holiday procession re enact Lady Godiva riding naked through the streets circa 1040 AD. Miss Mariel Mellerup appeared in flesh tights atop a white charger in a four mile parade illustrated with Coventry history and figures like Mary queen of Scots and Guy Fawkes. Clergy and officials observed amid some criticism as nuns led Godiva's horse Peaceful through the pageant.
Washington reports the 1929 fiscal year began July 1 with a $94 million deficit and ended with a nearly $20 million surplus thanks to higher income tax receipts. Income tax collections for the year totaled about $1,253,700,000, well above the 1928 total, marking a significant year over year increase and prompting extended predictions.
A fragmented item narrates Capt J M Adamson, the man who never sleeps, visiting a depot district to recover tools and nearly taking three Hille sleep banishers. It mentions Mrs Nelson of 12310 Lewis Street, a carpenter, job moves, and a county attorney’s domestic relations court.
Fifteen employees at a paint company in Louisville were overcome by fumes from nitrocellulose. A company dentist feared the causes resemble those in a previous clinic disaster with 120 deaths. All workers recovered but were hospitalized and kept under medical observation.
In Lindau Germany June 29 a new airplane of the Bu densee Aero-Lhovil's lre exploded and fell into Lake Constance. Five passengers were killed and two seriously injured. Bodies recovered include Mrs Firley and Mrs Woester along with Eduard Hagge and Wilhelm Magis. Pilot Zillmeister presumed lost. Cause of explosion undetermined.
Washington June 23 AP A series of complaints against provisions of the house tariff bill placing duties on leather and shoes now on the free list were laid before a senate finance sub committee by about a dozen witnesses. Other sub committees weighed changes as the bill nears full committee consideration. Chairman Smoot left the sliding scale plan for sugar duties pending a workable method and will not call witnesses until a practical approach is ready. The metals and silk schedules also faced hearings as the panels resumed after recess.
Weather outlook for the coming week shows generally fair conditions starting Monday in the Northern Rock faunary region with temperature near normal. Sparse details mention fair skies and typical weekly variability across locales.
Spokane Washington June Fay Carter alias Pay Willian sought by sheriffs for probable shooting of Robert Sanders watchman of the county geck crusher believed headed for Montana Carter described as slender age 20 dark complexion wearing overalls and a jumper believed to have boarded a train for Montana Sanders two bullets in abdomen critical condition Vern Start arrested after shooting admitted he was Carter accomplice
Bernice Trussell a young San Jose school teacher who went missing in Yosemite National Park after separating from a companion was found by park rangers. She was weak from hunger and exposure with bruised feet but not seriously harmed. She was located in a remote area and carried ten miles to a park camp for medical care.
John H. Bankhead of Jasper Alabama, a coal mine owner worth millions, campaigns to defeat Senator Tom Heflin in a bid for re election. Bankhead previously ran years ago after Senator Underwood retired but was defeated by Hugo Black.
AP reports a grand ball closing the Columbia Gardens convention of Montana Mages. About 160 visiting Eagles toured the smelter at Anaconda in the afternoon and were entertained by the Anaconda series in the evening.
Four children died and several were injured when Fourth of July fireworks at the F A Scharrott Inc five and ten store on West Florissant exploded into flames this afternoon. The dead include Eileen Ross 41 Loraine Wilmering 12 Thomas Henderson 12 and Veronica O Toole 15. Survivors suffered minor injuries and a clerk suffered a fractured arm in the rush to escape.
Chicago June 2 AP A suppressed divorce bill filed by Edith Mason prima donna of the Chicago Civic Opera against her husband Giorgio Polacco is made public. The action alleges cruelty threats of murder and backstage harassment. Mason cites a nervous breakdown and a February restraining order. Custody for their four year old child was anticipated by friends.
Harold Depue of Sidney was unanimously chosen as commander of the Montana American Legion at the state convention in Havre. Mrs. Lundin of Great Falls was named auxiliary president, with Bozeman selected as 1930 convention site. Livingston withdrew from the commander race, becoming vice commander.
William Weiler aged 21 dies after being struck by lightning while stacking hay on a ranch east of Joliet. He died about an hour later without regaining consciousness. AP report filed from Billings dated June 29.
Washington reports Bethlehem Shipbuilding Corp of New York and Puget Sound Navy Yard to build the first two 15,000 ton heavy cruisers and one aircraft carrier protection vessel. Bethlehem quote for one cruiser at 0 795 000 dollars. Puget Sound yard estimated 3 845 000 dollars within 41 months. Vessels to carry eight inch guns, 194 000 horsepower engines, 600 feet long.
Unconfirmed rumors say the fishing boat Southern Cross with 16 aboard was sent in a storm off Lower California. The 117 foot vessel valued at 100000 dollars, powered by a 490 horsepower Diesel, sailed June 3. San Diego reports add that the Enterprise returned from Cape San Lucar in good condition after weathering a 10 day episode.
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