13 Apr 1935
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Newspaper
Helena Independent
Location
Helena, Montana, United States of America
Date
Apr 13, 1935
Page
1
Dodge City Kansas April 12 The wind swept dust storm chews through crops causing losses estimated at over 30 million dollars Arthur Adams a Ford county farmer amid the dust vows to stay. He clambers through fields stripped of wheat hoping for rain as the report notes ongoing cross country project pressures drift through the region.
President Roosevelt announced four principles to guide the use of 60 to 200 million dollars for eliminating highway rail crossing hazards. He cited the Rockville Maryland tragedy where 14 pupils died as a case for safety, urging localities to bear the cost of removing grade crossings.
Thousands of college and high school students protested war with parades and chants while counter demonstrations erupted. Reports describe tear gas, stones, odor bombs, and a mock cemetery on a university campus. Some campuses saw gunfire and interruptions to classes as antiwar sentiment spread nationwide.
Implausible garbled wire copy reports global events with scattered names and places. The text mentions Marion Talley and a ceremony in Washington and references to NRA expansion, Colt inheritance, and an international security pact amid economic and political turmoil.
The Associated Press reports Germany offers to join an eastern pact to avert war in Europe amid League of Nations talks. Britain France and Italy agreed on common action, with observers noting the move could shape policy at Geneva. Soviet comment was withheld as Franco Russian talks loom.
Washington April 12. Flags of seven states will be presented at the Washington cathedral Sunday afternoon to bring the total flags hanging there to 44. The Montana flag will be preserved by Mrs. Casper Offut Jr of Omaha and Mrs. John Henry Longmaid of Bryn Mawr Pa in honor of Mr. Wengmaid, with Mrs. Longmaid sponsor and Sydney E. B. Longmaid color bearer.
Washington in April 12 reports behind the scenes as administration officials push to revise the Blue Eagle bill. Key goals include restoring anti trust provisions, prohibiting price fixing, and declaring the government will not intervene in intrantry trade while drafting changes with Senator Wagner and others to gain congressional approval.
Washington April 11 The Senate approved a bill to reopen the Home Owners Loan Corp by adding 1.766 billion dollars, passing without a record vote. The measure expands HOLC lending authority but keeps the existing regional office structure, while the GI measure goes to conference with the House for settlement of differences.
In Gallup New Mexico April 12 a tense day passed as the third death prompted a coroner s inquest and an outside inquiry by counsel for the American Civil Liberties Union amid an unemployed demonstration. Authorities pared murder defendants list from 41 to 1 by releasing 10 prisoners as Tony Gallup s 6000 residents faced a volatile morning.
Hongkong April 13. Flood waters north and east of Hongkong were reported to have drowned hundreds in rivers. Waters were receding but invaded a new aircraft factory at Shutchow, threatening $2,000,000 in damage. No foreigners reported in distress.
New York paid final tribute to Adolph S. Ochs publisher as his body was laid to rest at Temple Emanu-El. About 3,000 mourners gathered in light rain while dignitaries from journalism industry and New York society attended the simple service. The coffin, borne from Chattanooga, rested amid orchids and floral tributes.
An odd dated note discusses price changes, currency values, and debates over invitations among nations. Mentions Reverly Hin Callt April 12 and Mary Deen in a casual, fragmented letter that hints at broader diplomatic tensions and misunderstandings amid rising costs.
Williamport mourns 14 high school seniors killed when a Baltimore and Ohio crossing crash shatters the town. An official inquiry is opened by state and local authorities. a coroner's inquest is scheduled for Rockville. A secret marriage between Jane Staley and Ned Murray is revealed amid the tragedy as injured students recover in hospital.
An incomplete report notes that Mept Dark Murray rushed forward during a local event. The fragment lacks clear context, but identifies Murray and a hurried action in a public setting.
President Roosevelt addressed a heated House battle over the security bill. He declared against eliminating unemployment insurance or state old age pensions. He suggested opponents who favor a balanced budget should consider the possibility of continued security funding.
In Mexico City and across several towns, power outages followed a week-long walkout by workers at a Tampico power company. Vera Cruz and cities like San Luis Potosi, Tepic, Irapuato, Guanajuato, Colima, Cuidad Guzman, Uruapan and Morelia reported halted industry, transportation and water services while President Cardenas pledged government support to workers' legal demands.
Berlin reports Richard Roiderer, once linked to Cleveland and Chicago, left Monalt Prison tonight for a cheap hotel after being cleared of espionage charges. He remains under strong suspicion though and will continue to be monitored by authorities.
New York April 12 The weekly Dun and Bradstreet review predicted the sharpest business rise in 25 years. It noted a transformation of sentiment after March and an anticipated sustained upswing with five billion dollars in government stimulus. Retail demand was strong despite weather and dust storms, wholesalers faced rush orders, and industry overall reached a peak with production up for national consumption. Problems from strikes and threats of slowdowns had largely dissipated.
The revised edition of Everybody's Stamp Book traces the origin of Hostage stamps and famous collections and lists rare prices. It targets collectors across all walks of life from kings to common folk and teaches how to start and grow a collection. Send for a copy today at a ten cent coin price plus handling charge. Unc This Coupon.
Helena readers may obtain Everybody's Stamp Book by mailing ten cents in a securely wrapped envelope to Washington D C. The notice cites the Information Bureau of Helena and director Frederic J. Haskin, with a request to mail to the address in Washington.
Hongkong reports say General Chaing Kai-Shek crushed communist forces after two days of battle 19 miles south of Kwaiyang. Government figures claim 2,000 Reds slain including many noted leaders.
President Roosevelt intervened to stop Senate investigators from pressing Colt Arms on NLRA clauses. He cited ongoing negotiations to settle a strike at the gun maker and hoped for an early agreement between the National Labor Relations Board, strikers, and Colt. He offered a full study later if a settlement isn’t reached. The move coincided with plans to question Donald Richberg about delaying action to seize Colt’s blue eagle status.
San Angeles April 12. In a five minute court hearing Dr Franklin Thorpe physician obtained an interlocutory divorce decree from Mary Astor motion picture actress. The action cited cruelty.
Tom Mooney, the San Quentin prisoner sentenced for the 1916 Preparedness Day bombing, filed another habeas corpus petition in California court. His attorney George Davis argues the conviction relied on perjured testimony and violated due process under the 14th Amendment. The move mirrors his prior appeals despite hopes the Supreme Court will offer a new ruling.
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