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Newspaper
Helena Independent
Location
Helena, Montana, United States of America
Date
Mar 25, 1925
Page
1
President Coolidge moves toward a supplementary naval limitations conference. Secretary Theal lage reviews Washington conference minutes to understand past arms limits and inform new decisions. The president feels there is an opportunity to advance naval arms control through renewed talks.
Herman Schalow, a California farmer, died days after a supposed religious branding ritual. Investigators report that Schalow was a willing participant and that the event occurred February 28 at Edward Rhodes’s home near Gridley. Alleged principals and relatives face possible accusations as officials probe the cultlike rite.
Meeker Colorado March 24 Meeker's Moving Mountain continues westward at about two feet per hour. The 2000 foot peak has buried several hundred feet of the Meeker to Rifle road, forcing closure and the abandonment of the current road bed. Officials plan a new route with two bridges across a draw. Geologist Charles Henderson notes the movement stems from a clay strata weakened by seepage.
Four witnesses told a congressional subcommittee of heavy handed behavior by Federal Judge George Washington English of the eastern Illinois district. Documentary evidence and threats of jail were cited as part of alleged misconduct. Witnesses included Fortier DA Charles A. March and St. Louis attorney Thomas M. Webb. A newspaper reporter described the judge flourishing a pistol and using profanity when questioned about the disbarment.
Moscow March 24 The Soviet district court ruled against Sinclair Consolidated Oil in its suit to annul Sakhalin concessions granted in 1923. The court ordered return of 200000 rubles deposit, finding Sinclair failed to begin work within one year, cited Japanese occupation as not farce majeure, and noted Soviet efforts to assist including credentials for engineers. The decision is subject to appeal to the Soviet supreme court.
Butte March 24 The will of former Senator William Clark was filed in district court sealed until probate on April 6 The petition values the estate above 10 million dollars executors named include Charles W Clark W A Clark Jr Mary C de Brabant Catherine L Norris and Annie E Clark The legatees include widow Anna E Clark Clark sons Charles W Clark and W A Clark Jr daughters Mary C de Brabant Katherine L Morris and Hug uietta Marcello Clark among many named trustees and institutions The will dated May 29 1922 was held by Clark secretary J H Anderson and witnesses were Jamies A MacDonald Ella Drehen and Edward L Blackman
Gerald Chapman sits in Hartford superior court charged with the October murder of Patrolman James J. Skelly in New Britain. Jury selection spans two sessions with eighty six talesmen interviewed. five jurors chosen after Chapman nods approval.
Washington, March 24 Andrew W. Mellon secretary of the treasury observed his 70th birthday today in characteristic fashion. He put in a busy day in his office.
A Chicago report via Associated Press notes death totals from the recent tornado climb in Illinois. Murphysboro and McLeansboro account for several more fatalities as the state's toll nears 650 with total deaths statewide near 827 and 2,939 injured. Dozens more are hurt, and Illinois towns organize relief as residents begin rebuilding.
Gloria Swanson, now the Marquise De La Falaise, arrived in New York aboard the Viner Paris with her new husband after a Paris wedding. She plans to stay about six weeks to recover from abdominal surgery and then resume acting, though she may retire in ten years to raise their children.
Two Oak Park high school students, Franklin Wells and Lawrence Smith both 18, confessed to attempting an explosive test in an unfinished flat building last Wednesday night. They admitted the act was part of chemistry studies and implicated earlier bombings in flat buildings and shops.
Mrs James E Davidson and sister Ruby Peel travel from Albuquerque to Chicago to answer a call linked to the case of William Darling Shepherd facing murder charges in LeChock’s death. Counsel urge bail denial arguing proof evident and presumption great, while defense notes circumstantial evidence citing Hoch case as precedent. state counters with constitutional bail allowance.
In New York on March 24 Hari Kar a Japanese ritual suicide was used by wife after her husband accused her of infidelity. Harry K Tasaka a curio dealer claimed he fled in court to prove he did not kill her. On November 9 Tasaka allegedly returned from a business trip and the wife tried to kill herself with a kitchen knife, then Tasaka diverted the blade to his neck. She died shortly after. Tasaka survived.
In Phoenix on March 23 Will Lawrence and his brother from Muskogee Oklahoma faced murder charges for the Feb 5 killing of Phoenix patrolman Haze Burch. A jury was selected and witnesses testified while the trial began over admissibility of Burch dying statements identifying the Lawrences as his shooters. The state seeks the death penalty and Babe Lawrence will stand trial after this case.
New York March 24 Tsuneo Matsudaira new Japanese ambassador told the Japan society at its annual dinner that on his way to Washington he was asked about war prospects with the United States He said he does not consider conflict likely and believes both nations seek harmony He noted US immigration policy shocked Japan but expresses hope for fair American justice and eventual resolution through dialogue
Great Falls March 24 Rol Murray a Teton county rancher died at 6 AM from two gunshot wounds fired Monday afternoon by Bill Fairbanks who surrendered to Sheriff Norton in Great Falls Tuesday claiming self defense after Murray opened fire from his Augusta area ranch Fairbanks says ambush firing stemmed from a feud over Murray's alleged attentions to Fairbanks' wife Fairbanks married with several children is jailed in Cascade county awaiting further action
Three miners died and a dozen others escaped a watery disaster at the Vulcan mine in Mahoney City Pennsylvania after a dynamite blast released thousands of gallons of water seeping behind a rock wall in an abandoned gangway. The incident occurred today as workers faced a sudden flood trapping the men.
In Madison Wisconsin on March 24 the senate defeated a bill to punish convicted wife beaters with five to 30 lashes on the bare back by a vote of 19 to 8. The measure sought harsh corporal punishment for domestic violence offenders.
In Kansas City Kansas Juvenile Court Judge Meade imposed a traditional spanking on two 14 year old boys for playing hooky. The punishment involved a Congressional Record wrapped tightly in paper used as a paddle. Names were withheld to protect the boys' futures and ensure they reform.
London reports a British foreign secretary outlines a shift from Geneva protocol wreckage to a permanent European peace foundation. The plan envisions a mutual pact among Germany and former enemies, linking eastern frontier stability with broader league of nations ideas, and contemplates fledgling membership of that organization.
Fragmented OCR outlines possible claims against the War Department over National Guard pay and enlistment obligations. It references budget recommendations, appropriations, and a full armor schedule with spot contracts as under consideration for future payments and compliance.
Associated Press reports Roscoe Arbuckle and Doris Deane postponed their marriage after Paris lawyer advised that Minta Durie's divorce would not be fully effective until April 5. Arbuckle said they will marry, but the ceremony would not occur tonight and a definite date depends on further details.
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