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Newspaper
Helena Independent
Location
Helena, Montana, United States of America
Date
Mar 17, 1928
Page
1
In the Saint Francis dam flood region a rising tide of looting prompts authorities to seal off affected homes. Police report widespread thefts from damaged properties while responders battle the ongoing disaster recovery.
A company plane sent to survey flood damage and locate a dam breach crashed on a mountain ridge three miles north of Los Angeles. The pilot and two men survived. one passenger, Haugh, was found near the wreck and is conscious but exhausted. He will be moved to a hospital for care.
Kansas City rooms on the racszanibe floor of the Hotel Hallimore hosted Governor Frank O Lowden as he seeks the Republican presidential nomination. The political event drew attention as backstage headquarters were organized for the national convention effort.
An unconfirmed report from Greenville claims a large plane was seen roaming near Moosehead, with locals noting tracks and distant engine noise. The postmaster and others described sightings around a week ago, as authorities monitor possible traces and transportation rumors in the remote area.
A fragmented transcript of a senate subcommittee hearing reveals questions about campaign finance in 1923. Witnesses discuss alleged agreements and the influence of Sinclair, Liberty bonds, and party deficits while noting Republican and Democratic positions and the need for enforcement.
James P Connery, a Chicago coal dealer, testified before the senate Teapot Dome subcommittee about Will Hays using Sinclair bonds to wipe out the Republican National Committee debt in 1923 and speculations on Sinclair Consolidated Oil stock amid turmoil in Taft era politics.
A federal provocation chiver on duts in southern Oregon was acquired to a federal const today. In a court filing, following the trial lasting of Minsford Zimmorire, a man died when a shooter fired as he fled after arrest.
The former Democratic National Committee chair denies knowledge of plane or any illicit fund dealings amid Senate testimony in Chicago. He describes alleged understandings between committees and treasury to suppress deficit financing statements, and mentions telegrams to Wilbur Walsh and others.
Roman Catholic story notes a figure identified as MSS Miller entering a Hindu harem today. The garbled text references Seattle and Iowa locations, with unclear names and dates, indicating a fragmented historical snippet without coherent context or verifiable details.
Rome reports the new fascist electoral law, creating a single constituency, passed almost unanimously by the chamber. Only Viovanti Caol uti and Marcello Solen opposed, joined by absent Giolitti group members. The veteran Giolitti, 86, once a liberal voice, spoke briefly against the regime amid interruptions as Mussolini’s plans advance. Continued on Rage Two.
A man aged 103, attending the 103rd birthday party of Mia in Natal, suddenly died during the celebration. The brief notice mentions the deceased as Me Mester Okla V Warch, with relatives or acquaintances identified as Mr and Mrs Jane Clendon. Authorities are likely reviewing the event as a sudden death at a family gathering.
Cleveland Ohio March 16 Mrs Lizabeth L Seidenfeld 24 daughter of a Rochester clothing manufacturer was sentenced to four years in a reformatory by Common Pleas Judge Carl Weygandt on a charge connected to pursuing a divorce suit.
A court in New York grants Alfred Datanit a decree of divorce amid a contested trial. The proceedings reveal mental health concerns and testimony from witnesses as the case unfolds with both parties presenting arguments and evidence.
Democrats clash over a proposed lobbyist reform bill led by Senator Caraway of Arkansas detailing open lobbying payments. The measure aims to curb fixer influence by requiring disclosure and barring former members from lobbying roles, with supporters citing cost savings and transparency and opponents warning of overreach.
Maxim Litvinov led the Soviet delegation demanding immediate disarmament as the path to peace while Count Bernstaryf and Claude represented Germany and France arguing pacts are flexible but disarmament must align with broader steps. A parliamentary vote moved to next week with deputies planning further talks.
The House adopted an amendment to urge the president to convene an international conference on naval armament cuts. Sponsored by Representative Sproat, the measure aims to secure a Sinak veto and advances with support from Democrats and Republicans.
Senate rejects the nomination of Eogh to a key post amid party lines and procedural delays. Unclear details reference internal disputes and potential reappointment considerations.
A garbled report mentions a figure named Coward Hhckmian tied to a final journey or execution. The text includes scattered references to locations, dates, and names, but remains largely unreadable and uncertain. The piece appears to outline an event with appeals and possible hangings, yet the details are too fragmentary to confirm.
The Sanders house sold for 3000 dollars though its construction cost about 40000 dollars to convert into apartments. The item notes the unusual loss on the historic property and outlines the expected redevelopment plan.
Fragmentary dispatch reports the Assistant Secretary of War Davis and General Fehrer arriving safely at Minatitlan near Tampico. They departed by motor, refueled about Vera Cruz, and traveled approximately 150 miles south of the city.
Detroit report says a wealthy hotel proprietor in the exclusive Grosse Pointe Village district was kidnapped tonight. The abductors demanded a $10,000 ransom.
An army airplane and a seven-dog team broke the 16 day snow blockade on Detour village. Villagers met the relief craft after a grueling trek through a blizzard. The dog team carried a load of provisions while the aircraft delivered bread and other supplies to the stranded residents. The arrival ended weeks of rationing and disruption to daily life.
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