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Newspaper

Helena Independent

Location

Helena, Montana, United States of America

Date

Mar 04, 1927

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Sharkey Defeats McTigue In 12 Round Boston Triumph

In a wild New York bout at Madison Square Garden on March 3, Sharkey from Boston overcame Mike McTigue of New York by technical knockout in the twelfth round after a brutal brawl marked by a severe mouth cut to McTigue. Referee Mid MecPartland halted the fight as Sharkey led on points and retained the heavyweight edge.

Mavison Square Garden New York Marc Shar Hey Boston Mike McTigue MecPartland Mengue Hla Wstream Jack Bharkey McTigne

President says no details on oil holdings in Mexico

Warrington March 3 President Coolidge responded to a Senate resolution stating the United States has no information on oil holdings or concessions in Mexico linked to Edward Doheny Harry Sinclair or the Mellon family. Acting Secretary Grew submitted a report saying the department is not informed of the extent of any American interests in Mexico by these parties.

Warrington Conlidge Senate Edward J. Doheny Harry J. Sinelait Andrew Mellon Doheny Sinchir Mellon Intersts Mexico Secretary of State Grew Sinclair Corporation Department State Aexico Arters

Former Canton cop in mellet case faces murder indictment

Canton Ohio March 3 a tari county grand jury returned a first degree murder indictment against Floyd Streiten erger a former member of the Canton police department charging complicity in the Donny Mellets case.

Canton Ohio Tari County Floyd Streitenerger Canon Police Department Donny Mellets

Byran Outlines Attitude On Proposed Consolidation

T E Byran president and receiver for the Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul railroad met with Governor Erickson and railroad commissioners at the Statehouse to state the system stance on unifying the Great Northern and North Western railroads. He cited public benefits claimed by merger advocates while outlining objections from Milwaukee and noting partners on the tour with him.

T. E. Byram Chicago, Milwaukee and St. Paul Railroad Ollce Statehouse Erickson Ranltesd Great Northern Air Northertt Parsons Milwaukee Bryan FT OR Harling Johnson W. Dines Murphy Miscoula W. B. Mee Byrant Publc Northern Pacific Great Northern Northwest Region

Merger talk between Messrs Made and Donselly causes tension

The piece notes merger discussions between two road heads Messrs Made and Donselly. It says the sentiment is cordial despite differences, with a pledge to keep personal pride from interfering and to carry on the discussion in a composed manner. Continued on Page Wives.

Messrs Made Donselly Re Sentlement

Jury Deliberations Continue In Great Graft Case After 58 Hours

Federal Court in New York reports 12 jurors still disagreeing on guilt in the Marcy Wangherty and Thomas Miller graft trial after 58 hours. Jurors sent notes seeking guidance on verdict forms and juror finality, Judge Knox stressed individual conscience while remaining open to deliberation.

Federal Court New York Mareha, AP Marcy MM. Wangherty Thomas W. Miller Allarney

Clark Interests Appeal Mine Suit in Montana Case

In Butte on March 1, W A Clark interests filed an appeal of Judge George M Bourquin’s ruling in the Poser case against Anaconda Copper Mining Co. The suit concerns extralateral rights to two veins beneath the Badger state group, with an estimated value of at least 6 million dollars. The appeal is expected during the October session in San Francisco. Renowned geologists and mining experts testified at trial.

Poser” C Bourquin Clark Witesse

Locomotive Engineers Seek Higher Wages in Ohio Action

Jeveland Ohio March 3 thousands of men would be affected by wage increases of 16 and a proposed increase of 1 cent for all trains The Brotherhood would support its demand by arguing that conditions affecting long hauls justify a raise Chairmen of the Brotherhood announced the plan and said negotiations would follow with railroads The broader organization had already been preparing for similar talks across divisions and regions

Jeveland Ohio Brotherhood United States Thelor Traina Athwestern

Nelson 15 deemed sane but eccentric in court

Chicago March 3 Physicians at a municipal hospital found former lightweight champion Ratuing Nelson 3 sane yet eccentric and he was discharged after arraignment. He faced a charge connected to stealing the motion picture film of a past fight with Ad Wolgast, from 17 years ago.

Chicago Nelson Maychopathic Hoanilal Ad Wolgast

Cooper Case Dismissed by House Without Debate

Washington March 3. The house today dismissed impeachment charges against Federal Judge Frank Cooper of the northern New York district, following the judiciary committee's unanimous recommendation. Jessie O. Miller aged 78, a longtime Deer Lodge Valley rancher and Civil War veteran who came to Montana via steamboat from St. Louis, died tonight. His Montana ranch was once a notable show place, later sold to the Anaconda Copper Mining Company.

Washington House Today Frank Cooper New York Judi ‘Ciary Pioneer Passes Bute Jessie 0. Miller Deer Lodge Valley Montana Missouri River St. Louis Fort Benton Mont Anaconds

Campaign Funds Probe Controversy Raises Key Bills

Washington Man 4 UP The Renata recessed after 37 hours as the Senate and House neared adjournment with no agreement to end the deadlock. Executives session considered farm appropriations while debate over campaign funds raged. Reed's resolution failed 2 to 10 amid pressure from opposing factions. Continued on Page Two.

Washington Man Eeasion Senate Arlier House Reed Missouri Maraimelon 69Th Congress

Whipple Named to State Secretary Post Delayed Senate Vote

Governor Erickson named C A Whipple of Broadwalter county to succeed C T Stewart as secretary of state during the impeached senator's trial. The senate voted 12 to 37 against confirmation with seven absent as Republicans joined Democrats in opposition. The assembly adjourned near 11 PM with no immediate new appointment.

J. E. Erickson Senate C. A. Whipple Broadwalter Cognty C. T. Stewart Stewart Bergstrom McGuity Delaney Taylor Farmer-Labor Nater Wloprie State Senate Ife Erickson Hale Church Goodman Gilhae Rome Gilhue Rattleman Campbell Sullyatter Dell Towwan Warsaw Gaeber Goodina Green Joffray Parker Walker Trawnlee iCooper Corrington Cowan Nowlin Laton Culber Kieeniy Colin Awrellaker Henderson Wane Kenmas Kennedy Linn McCabe McCone McCormigh McQuitty Mears Dani Poweres Nichardson Katfyorn Shelves Sibbert Smith Spencer Blages Sarva Swift Taylos Towner Wuerthner Yating Fatipbell Missoula Larson Pale Fe Schnitzer Seofield Whrelen

Jersey City Fire Loss Put at Million Nine Firemen Suffer Hurts

A Jersey City waterfront blaze caused an estimated loss of 1 million and left nine firefighters injured. The fire, likely from a wiring defect, engulfed piers and facilities along the riverfront, hindering water access as flames spread for hours. Firefighters from New York aided, battling the blaze with engines and boats after midnight.

Jersey City Udaan Pennsylvania Railroad Modatufte and Merchantine New York Latmber Ferminal Supply Company Stillman Bor Company A. Atyliin-Blain Rubber Company Dhop Agtole Cement Company

Former Newsboy Heads Indiana 60

Chicago report says a former newsboy from New York becomes head of the Standard Oil Company of Indiana. A former railroad messenger and a Cleveland rolling mill worker were named vice presidents in the same presentation.

Newsboy Indiana 60 Chicago N.Y Standard of Company of Indiana Jboy Cleveland

Three Men Confirmed to New Radio Commission

The senate approved the nomination of three of five new members for the radio commission. Confirmed were Rear Admiral Wo lf, Huartt res, oired, of Media, Maydell, Blin of California, and Eugene O. Sykes at Minissiony.

Washington Coolidge Senate WoLf Huartt Res Oired Media Maydell Blin California Eugene O. Sykes Minissiony

Trial of Ote Wat March 21 Senate Sets Date

The impeachment trial of Charles T. Stewart secretary of state begins March 21 after a senate arranged meeting with board of managers and attorney Gorge E. Hurd. The house approved articles of impeachment as managers push for full three counts and a rules committee was appointed to set conduct for the trial.

Charles T. Stewart Mate Senate Board of Managers Stewart Gorge E. Hurd Secretary of State Ino Nethley Erickson Lia Newton McCormick Paul, Stewart Lincam Wuerthner Ureelup

Senate recess amid grindow conference work continues

Senators adjourn for the day as conference committees push to finalize house bills on university appropriations boards and commissions, agriculture, and related departments. A general agreement on senate amendments was reached on several bills while educational investment talks were narrowed to the common area.

Senate Sve Ios Uhan Cuniversite Hiner Tay Hill Department of Agriculture

Prohibition Reorganization Bill Advances to President

The House approved Senate revisions to the administration's prohibition reorganization bill with minimal debate. The measure, sponsored by the administration and supported by President, now heads to the President for signature as congressional action concludes.

Washington Marcel J House Senate Stoolidge ix

President signs oil and gas lease measure

Washington March 3 President Coolidge signed a bill authorizing oil and gas mining on unallotted land within an Indian reservation. The measure speeds leasing on lands inside the reservation boundaries, outlining terms for operations and royalties.

Washington, Mar Coolidge Inday

Five Babies Poisoned in Chicago Hospital

Chicago reports three student nurses confess involvement in a deadly mistake at Columbia Memorial Hospital. Five newborn girls died after a contaminated solution fed to them, with two other babies affected. one may not recover. Health officials say the poison was added to water and misadministration led to the tragedy.

Chicago Columbia Memorial Hospital Herman N. Rundenon

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