11 Mar 1927
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Newspaper
Helena Independent
Location
Helena, Montana, United States of America
Date
Mar 11, 1927
Page
1
Chicago March 10 receiver H W Byram of the Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul railroad on his return from a tour of northwestern states said the people oppose any consolidation that could create monopsony power. He cited broad sentiment against the proposed merger and its risk to continued efficient service.
Paris reports early severe floods as thawing winter releases torrents from the Garonne Lot Loire and Marne. Five dead from drowning and landslides, towns flooded, spring planting delayed, Riviera weather dampened, Paris largely spared though Melun streets inundated. Army relief efforts underway as rain and storms affect western France.
London March 10 AP reports a murder trial at the Old Bailey lasting six minutes. James Biratton 26 pleaded guilty to murdering his 17 year old sweetheart Roys Stratton whose plea was accepted by the court. The judge immediately sentenced him to death.
In Kent county Maryland two men face historic lashings for wife beating. Alfred Donnelly of Trightman’s Island and Henry Newhans of Rock Hall were sentenced by local magistrates. no dates set. Legal rulings limit reconsideration of imposed sentences. public whipping to be carried out in Kent county if carried out, with Newhams tied to a tree. Local sheriff Hadaway says public lashings may occur due to lack of a jail post.
Four Uruguayan aviators led by Captain Padeo Larre-Borges were liberated after a week as virtual prisoners in a Moorish village. Their shattered plane was found 60 miles from Cape Jubl. They reached safety in Casablanca and planned to resume the Atlantic flight, despite loss of belongings and injuries.
Washington reports Britain has accepted the three power conference plan for a Geneva naval meeting this summer. Japan’s acceptance awaited, with formal notes of invitation already drafted. Ambassadors How ard and Matsuhara are handling verbal agreements as France and Italy may join.
In North Avinsk, a movie theater fire caused by a kerosene lamp upset during International Women's Day celebrations killed 27 and left 40 missing. The blaze spread rapidly. many victims were women and children.
Aly bert Frick a youth with Landry’s palsy lived four and a half days on artificial respiration provided by three coworkers at an Evanston Hospital. They alternated minute long breaths to keep him alive until his death at 10 12 p m after 103 hours of life support begun Sunday morning. The story details the brave effort of the workers who labored to breathe for him as medical staff battled to save his life.
On Jota Island Vatu Tanith high Moro chiefian and aide Natu Tarson faced trial in the first instance for a recent revolt. Tahil's wife Princess Tarhata Kiram watched as the proceedings unfolded. The fate of the prizecess remained undecided while she had been under partial confinement since aiding the rebels.
A violent gale swept central Japan demolishing shelters in the Trugo earthquake zone and deepening the misery of thousands of homeless. The disaster followed the March 10 quake with casualties at 2,484 dead and 41,130 injured. Relief measures were mobilized across Tokyo and government agencies to aid the homeless.
The 20th Montana legislature produced bills with numerous errors and fiscal impacts. The banking code, inheritance tax, athletic commissions, and other measures may raise taxes and legal issues. A verification clerk was proposed to reduce future enrolment errors, reflecting general concerns over the session’s drafting quality.
Los Angeles March 10 Mrs Margaret W Rowan a cult leader and doom prophetess was described as a faker and deliberate deceiver at today's preliminary hearing on charges of attempted murder assault with intent to commit murder by two followers and rival church leader Fullmer testified he was assaulted after threatening to expose her activities He said he had documentary evidence that Rowan drained funds from her church by false statements and fabricated stories of Wilifantessie experiences during religious meetings in Spokane Washington
Indianapolis March 10 AP union miners and operators appear checkmated as contract talks stall. Both sides ready to renew relations or strike, with April 1 looming as the economic line. Continued on page ten.
A hotel annex fire in Amarillo on March 10 killed Mrs Benito Gonzales a 16 year old and her infant daughter. Six others were missing or presumed trapped as flames engulfed the Aparila hotel annex.
Yanayak Nev March 10 report describes a Nevada boom camp in Weepal forty miles northwest, started by digging into a badger hole. Legends recount many boom places from badger holes, with nimble geartrae prospectors adopting the Syidger as luck in the Sage country. The two boys mentioned continued on Page Tol.
Fifty men from Melt, led by Deputy Sheriff Jay Lees, comb the countryside between Melt and Crear Falls for Belt merchant John A. Van Tyke who vanished last night in his touring car. Authorities have publicized the disappearance and will extend the search to any county area where he might have been.
Geneva reports that three women experts will serve as official delegates to the international economic conference opening April 5. The German recommendation notes their proven service in economics and household finance, arguing they should present their views at the talks.
Colorado Springs March 10 four bandits robbed a bank in Manitoba Colorado of 26230 dollars in cash and checks. Four affiliated men locked in bank staff but saved them from suffocation by a half inch air shaft. The robbers fled in a mud smeared sedan toward Colorado Springs. Police say liquor fumes were strong on the robbers and a driver ignored signals.
Manila March 10. Governor General Wood, who was to travel to Baguio for a rest, has postponed the trip on his physician's advice due to not being able to undertake the journey.
In Orlando on March 10 Babe Ruth tripped a base runner amid the fourth inning of the Yankees Reds exhibition game and was removed with an injured ankle. The incident halted Ruth from continuing play as the score and other details of the contest were not specified in the report.
The Methodist Episcopal Men's council of the Denver area opens next Sunday drawing about 2500 delegates and prominent speakers. Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, and Wyoming will be represented with speakers including Charles T. Mead, Frank B. Willis, Ralph Connor, and Pat M. Neff.
Miss Marian Myers a 20 year old co ed serving a 30 day sentence was assigned to mend prison garments after pleading guilty to an attempted bank theft to fund university tuition. The report notes her cheerful attitude and plans to become a teacher, with the prison garb described in detail.
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