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Newspaper

Helena Independent

Location

Helena, Montana, United States of America

Date

Oct 26, 1925

Page

2

Elk Hunt Produces Two Big Bulls Near Bozeman

In Montana near Bozeman, five local men hunted and killed a cow and a bull elk that had wandered into a Watton wheat field along Springhill road by Walton ranch. The bull weighed about 400 pounds and the cow 340, both in good condition. The animals are believed to have traveled from the Sixteen Mile country.

Bosenan Bozeman Springhill Walton Ranch Wille Joseph Walton Martin Walter Marlin Waller James Walker

Close Schools to Help Gather Beets

A local proposal orders high school pupils to assist farmers in harvesting the beet crop. Officials plan to clean upper fields, set a temporary work plan, and transport students each morning to farms for ten days to speed harvest and reduce losses.

Tarem Marlem Eemot Lagally Thieme Ftarlom Sam

Fire mystery destroys valuable barn near Plentywood

Four miles west of Plentywood on the R. W. Frasier ranch a large barn burned to the ground Wednesday morning. Cause unknown, marking a second major fire in the area believed linked to a possible pyromaniac. Hay and feed loss substantial, stock safe. Frasier plans immediate rebuilding. uninsured hay and feed worth about 13000.

Plentywood R. W. Frasier Sheridan County

Rancher Protest Over Spotlight Deer Hunting at Libby

Libby Det. says one of five ranchers filed a complaint alleging people shine spotlights on deer at night. They warn the practice endangers families and gives deer no sporting chance, insisting it could lead to trouble for those involved.

Libby Jaye

Game Violator Pleads Guilty By Phone in Kalispell

Kalispell, Oct. 25. Justice was meted out by long distance telephone Friday when F. Wood of Libby, through his attorney, arranged by wire to pay a fine of 25 and costs totaling 750 for violation of the laws. Wood was charged with killing a farm hen out of season and was arrested here at the request of Lincoln County officials. To save time and expense he pleaded guilty by telephone.

Kalispell Qet F. Wood Libby Jay

Great Falls Mumps Epidemic Reported in Health Notice

Great Falls reports a mumps outbreak with most other illnesses waning. Dr. Tom Walker notes two adult cases linked to diphtheria toxin-antitoxin vaccination, both previously immunized as children. No smallpox or measles cases. emphasis on vaccination clinic attire and public health actions.

Tom Walker Howith Norn Walker

Cut Bank's Former Mayor Drops Dead

Oct Sir alvor Trai vorson a Cut Bank merchant and former mayor dropped dead on a street at 10 AM Saturday. He was found by a passerby and had held roles in various fraternal orders including Odd Fellows and Masons. Mrs. Malyerson died recently. three family members survive. Funeral arrangements have not been made.

Alvor Traivorson Monter Cit Bank Citer Str Halvorson Maronia Circle Montana Beink Fismath Star Conrad Malyerson

Teachers Meet in Dillon for Three Day Education Meet

Dillon hosts the Western Division Montana Education Association convention from Oct 29 for three days. About 500 to 700 teachers from Jefferson, Deer Lodge, Madison, Powell counties will stay in Dillon hotels and homes. Gov. J E Erickson, Rev. T S Cateler, May Trumper and Dean V Coleman are among speakers at the event with sessions at the Normal College and training school.

Dillon Western Division Montana Education Association Dillon West Jefferson Jear Lodge Madison Powell Dilla Butte Dutie Erickson J. E. Erickson Tf. 5. Cateler Missoula Rotary May Trumper Inetretien Dean V. Coleman University of White Columbia Neresident S. EL Peis State’ Normal College Ulliers

Two Injured in Havre Car Crash

Havre, Oct. 25. Williameleing and Gail Honig are in Sacred Heart hospital after a highway crash west of Havre. Erskine suffers a broken collarbone and several broken ribs, Momain has a wrench and bruises. The two men were hunting and returning. Erskine drove, the car swerved, left the road, overturned. Both men expected to leave soon.

Havre Williameleing Gail Honig Sacredy Vicart Hospital Tarte Erskine

Townsend News Highlights Local Social and Business Travel

Townsend readers hear of visits from Miss Gertrude in Helena and Mrs. Sharpe of Taston, with many locals like Bert Gentry, Webster May, and George Van Fleste visiting town. Officials such as Grant A. Reed and H. C. Norwood are noted in state railway and local farming circles, while others travel to Spokane, Chicago, and Nebraska on business or family matters.

Butte Mary Sharpe Taston Townsend M. J. Steere Battersburg F. Rattler Spokane Wash Charles Swint Rigg Kansas City John Ff. Patterson A. ©. Carson Capital City Howard Doggett FL van Iderstein Chica Noah Davis Elena Grant A. Reed State Railway Commission George van Fleste Bozeman Fred W. Sehmidia Floyd Johnson White Sulphur Springs Melvin Bottler Nebraska Jenny Kenyon H.C. Norwood Gallatin Valley Norwood Broadware J. Dunagan Great Falls

Snow Depth Forces Game Out Of High Elevations

Snowdeep enough to drive game from the high ranges. Elk and deer reports scarce as tracks fade with heavy snowfall. Park conditions grow colder with daily snow, pushing grazing toward lower grounds and increasing feeding pressures.

Livingston W. Mareshy Canritr

Victims of Crash Recovering in Relatives News

Reported early details show crash victims recovering as hospital staff assess injuries. Families express concern while officials investigate causes and timeline for treatment and release.

Plentywood rancher struck by train while driving grain truck

A Plentywood rancher driving a grain truck was killed after the vehicle stalled on the railroad crossing. The truck became wedged on the tracks as a train approached at full speed, the vehicle wrecked and the driver was unable to escape before impact.

Plentywood Rancher

C Small Prepares to Take State Job

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Mlasein Darby St Neemiee Ordi

Coyotes Seen On Wepnedy Ranch In Libby

A report from Libby notes a man armed with a gun observed white markings near the Wepnedy ranch. He encountered a group of coyotes. two were shot and one is believed to be responsible for threats to game. Researchers suggest coyotes may be affecting deer during hunting season.

Libby Larey Atgun Vie

FILDPPER FANNY Seeks Divorce with Court Appearance Stumble

FILDPPER FANNY claims a divorce proceeding is underway but notes she cannot appear in court due to lack of appearance or readiness. The report hints at dispute over attendance and presentation in the legal process.

Wallace Keown Weds Butte Nurse in Helena Ceremony

Wallace Keown of Butte married Miss Bava Mine Moore of Butte in Helena on October 15. The groom’s parents are away in Alaska the report notes. Moore, formerly a Montana State College student, later attended the University of Montana and Yellowstone Park stint. He has played with the Vermont Orchestra and accepted a Seattle position before moving to Los Angeles.

Boreman Wallace Krovi Ean Major Mee A. Keown Ix City Bava Mine Moore Butte Lee Burkley Ruten Ward Kata Charter Bowers Lindley Min Lidea Lieloua Svallane Montana State College Slama Alpha Hpeilon Tirntee University Yellowstone Park Yellowstone Park, Sliven the Nenxn Uinsed, He Hina Been With the Voyemont Thiyrison Wenderek Angeles

Two Cars and House Damaged in Crash

A late evening crash in Missoula damaged two cars and a dwelling at 620 o'clock. Police report multiple injuries and a broken vehicle, with a new north part needed to replace the damaged unit. No names or final outcomes are confirmed in the readable text.

Sant Rick Street West Path Atr Lister

EER Lodge News Digest From Tantee Gatherings

Local Nor Logan news notes a Thursday and Friday gathering tied to a regional council meeting at Dilto. Helena event speakers include Matraing In Helena with Walter Mecaniter and Mrs Masnuder. Community updates cover visits, residents, and social guests amid busy week.

Logan Diltow Taine Denper Wynd Orel Harnhy Helena Walter Mecaniter Mre Diablo Attinsan Lennie Lee Tare Angrinn Pope Auule Tindasay Revuenad Ferdie Pareto Ten Slater Mra Olaelk Amd Warren

Triple payment plan for courthouse bonds outlined

A historical notice describes Tanpayers facing a triple cost for courthouse funding. It details old bond issues, interest accumulations, and projected totals over the years, noting serial bonds and refunding actions. The document cites Adaile and Son s relations, plus ongoing interest charges and principal sums.

Conay Cesuethenten Vangie Wipierd Adele Rerards Couribetee Soule

Saghalien Island Coal Supply Claim Reported

A fragmentary note from Ishin Saghalien official Miwa claims Saghalien could supply all Japanese coal needs if plans by Fry experts and Annie were followed. He cites vast deposits with vein networks ready for development and notes high quality coal, while mentioning over 100 thousand electrical displays in New York City.

Tokio Ishin Saghalien Japan Annie Kitiakett Nul Miwa Jase Eral

Classified Advertisements From The Independent

Classified ads published in Helena Montana describe mail and parcel services, offices in New York Chicago San Francisco and California, and distribution at hotels and newsstands nationwide. The note confirms Associated Press rights and reprinting limits.

Independent Publisbing Company (Inc Helena Montana Halerid Puatotlice Teluae Montany Malia Clana Teller Baviera Finddan, Hing and Prudden Madson Avenue New York City Stugar Building Chicago Iillmois Senette Ee Prudies King and Prudden Suna Dhaywn Building Alontgomery Treat San Brea Oelifornie The Independent Theates United States Wsually Cale Helena Valle Roel Raute Sherman Hellas

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