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Newspaper

Helena Independent

Location

Helena, Montana, United States of America

Date

Apr 15, 1939

Page

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New Italian German Move Indicated In Axis Theorists

President Roosevelt urged European nations to break the bonds of militaristic ideas and offered Americas aid to avert war. He warned against threats to the United States or its neighbors and stressed a community of nations to maintain peace. The speech, delivered to Pan American diplomats, aimed to keep Western Hemisphere harmony amid European tensions. In Rome, Mussolini and Goering prepared for talks as the axis push for “just rights” neared, with Goering arriving for two days of meetings in Rome and a public welcome greeted by thousands.

Washington Roosevelt Americas Old World United States Europe Fastlong Hitler Missolini Franca Great Britain North South America Rome Mussolini Chacellor Hitler Hermann Wilhelm Goering Virginio Geyda San Gioriale d'Italia Axia Jay Tights Frgliillate Goering Libya Mia Villa Madama Home Tarmare Trenmondoun Ehrer

Elk Killing Trial Opens In Augusta District Court

District Judge George W. Uads bury opens an appeal case by Dr. Rathbone, a rancher convicted for shooting an elk out of season. Witnesses include neighbors detailing elk damage to their property while attorneys challenge the relevance of testimony as objections are sustained.

George W. Uadsbury Yentordeau DR. Rathbone Auguste A. J. Waite Rathtong Kim Manage Slandesterday Ete Elke Wiliam W. Voorhels Rathbone Jono A. Willard Azel Bwaneon H. A. Nelt N. J. Swayze N. Carmichael J.T. Webner A. d. Cramer Mathbone Augusta Hargid I. Anderson Floyd G. Susal Tajkbone

Men Named to State Armory Board in Montana

Gov Meg Ayer announced appointments to Montana s Armory Board, naming Major John A Stags Conda as chair along with Fy M Morrin Hillings Nelson Staray 11 Bore Tan Fred Bullock Lewistown and J Husvel Larcombe Matt a The board will have a six year tenure with replacements only on death or resignation Adjutant General John W Mahan said the creation of the board will enable building armories across the state Continued on Page 2

Meg FL Ayers Montana Lori Legislative Assembly John A. Stags Anaconda Fy M Morrin Hillings Nelson Staray 11 Bore John W. Mahan Montana National Guard Wrmery

School Teachers Strike Over Delayed Pay Hits Northumberland County

In Shamokin and surrounding districts in Northumberland and Schuylkill counties 6400 pupils in 27 schools faced an indefinite holiday as 180 teachers walked out demanding long overdue salaries. Officials cited tax collection problems and changes at major employers as the root cause. teachers warned other areas may join.

Shamokin Northumberland Schnyikl Anthaesto Fuptry Inne BORR

Hungary offers conciliatory note on Balkans crisis

Budapest reports a cautious shift in mood as Hungary probes new talks with Romania, backed by Anglo French guarantees to Romania and Greece. Foreign Minister Count Stephen Canby urged pact talks to protect Hungarian minorities in Transylvania, while Bucharest papers disputed the approach and warned of regional tensions.

Budapest Hungary Humania Greece Noa Rumanian Ip Politica Ecuclest Bucharest Kamenin Stumania Rumania Transylvania Batt Usong

Slattery Named Illinois Senator to Hooper Seat

James M. Slattery, adviser to Gov. Horner and head of the Illinois Commerce Commission, accepted his Senate appointment today. He will serve until 1940 with a potential run in 1940 for the Lewes term seat. Slattery cited support for Democratic administration aims and noted utility rate reductions saved Illinois consumers about 27 million dollars annually over three years.

Chicago James M. Slattery Henry Horner Mnols Commerce Commission United States Senate James Tamilton Leala Ho Kayember Serva Ehosen Commerce Commission

Highway Board Rejects Feeder Project Bids As Too High

Montana highway commission let five road and bridge projects yesterday but rejected bids on three others including the Helena Lincoln feeder road. The lowest bid for the Lincoln project was 39,860 by Frank J Hans Construction of Great Falls. Readvertisement planned for the rejected projects later. Other bids rejected covered grading and drainage structures on various county sections.

Montana Highway Commission Helena-Lincoln Linteln Frank J. Hans Busby Crow Ageniey-Croadus Big Horn County

Coal Shortages Surge Across Regions Amid Contract Talks

Across the nation complaints of coal shortages rose as mine operators and union miners pressed after a month of negotiations to settle a new labor contract to restart Appalachian production. New York City Mayor LaGuardia urged haste, warning transit service could be threatened if a quick deal isn’t reached. He said intervening years of labor disputes show two sides are closer but still far apart on details.

New Yorks Hitnminow LaGuardia New York Naif Syet

Lindbergh Arrives on First Visit to Native Land in Over a Year

Col Charles A Lindbergh lands at Tangier harbor on his first return to the United States in more than a year. Police guard the ship as agents escort Lindbergh to quarters. A half hour later he leaves in a car, with crowds pressing to get a view. The aviator’s Danish countess wife sits with him in the ship lounge as they plan brief visits to see his father and friends.

Col. Lindbergh Charles A. Lindbergh Happy Fires Coast Guard Treasury and Lindberg Nolice Pererpilly Uier Lind- Nerghant Bacbara Latutton Ust Haugwite United States Almont Lance Abe Mata Ino

Baltimore Officers Discover Indication Of Gruesome Murder

Baltimore police investigate a gruesome murder after papercalled parcels containing a limb and organs surface citywide. A boy finds a hand and arm while searching. further dismembered remains are reported as residents uncover more wrapped parcels and a severed foot near several manholes.

iBaltimore Baltimore City Vital Organa Nicholas Krepner

Queen Geraldine Leaves Hospital for Hotel Stay

Queen Geraldine, nearly recovered from the illness of her birth, was moved from a hospital to a hotel today in Tariana Greece. King Ingrent arranged 38 rooms for the exiled family and the large palace. court etiquette was shared.

Tariana Gréece Geraldine

Russian pact sought by Britain and France

Great Britain and France were reported to seek an agreement with Soviet Russia to commit its air fleet against attackers. The plan, cited in diplomatic quarters, was described as a French proposal to counter Russia’s rivals and bolster Britain’s European alliance. A British official voiced cautious optimism that the accord could form within days.

London Great Britain France Russia Viscount Waltax Tran Maisky Itussian Anhagsndor Court of St. Jamen Husala’s Britain Tamsin

Poland and Romania pledge to fight for each other

Poland and Romania pledged to unite in armed resistance to aggression by Germany or its possible satellites. The pledge was exchanged in Warsaw between Col. Joseph Beck and the Romanian commander with the Polish ambassador in My Charol. The arrangement would have Gen Edward Smigly-Veydt command a combined Polish Romanian army if war occurred, and defensive measures were to build on the 1921 Polish Romanian treaty under allied assurances with Britain and France.

Woesaw Poland Rumania Germany Soviet Russia Uie Pollan Snulrater Joseph Beck Frannsogiet Britteh Trenen Lragua No- Cent Sulla Elianco Warsaw

Mayor Smith Rises as Top KC Political Figure

Kans City April AP report says Mayor Aryeo Byram Smith solidified power in the city administration after steering through federal blows on crime and reform aims. He moved to take control from city manager Henry McKilroy, resigning yesterday amid a council showdown over the personnel shakeup.

Kans City Aryeo Byram Smith Kansas City Smith Hin Henry MeKilroy Tom Vendergast aKalnat Mac MecHirey

Third Term Talk Revives Debate From Mount Vernon

A Mount Vernon speech by President Roosevelt revived the third term discussion, with officials and senators weighing the implications. Roosevelt stressed duty and national crisis, while critics urged restraint, noting the desire for continuity without overreach.

Mount Vernon

Two Men and Girl Taken in Falls For Robberies

Great Falls reports two men Troy Davin and Raymond Cheshe and a girl were arrested on information from authorities. The trio, wanted in Nebraska, South Dakota, and California for robberies and a murder inquiry, were found in possession of an automobile at Gan Jone. The girl, Pebley Naomi Vorley, claimed her father was a sheriff in Delta Colorado and was killed years ago after a dancehall disturbance.

Great Falls Apes Troy Davin Raymond Crore Allan Raymond Cheshe Qering Nefate Nebraska South Dakota California Gerling Nehnuthin Fies San Jose Cail Guy Folag Mengre Grace Alno Bhoriff Palsgaald Pebley Delta Colo Alifanes Neb Davia Grace Minatars Jon

Montana patrol to crack down on unpermitted drivers

Patrols will begin a statewide campaign targeting rivers drivers who have not yet obtained Ohio permits. Officers will be notified to enforce the law, with a plan to check documents and issue penalties where permits are missing.

Montana Pitral Baedecker Piltrol Gotorata Hedecker Mimil Jassie

Germans Assert F D R Crusades Against Nazis

Berlin reports quote German commentary arguing that President Roosevelt aims a “holy crusade” against the German people and would seek to rally Allied powers before war is declared. It accuses Roosevelt of meddling and of using “cookie pusher” diplomacy to push war fever.

Berlin Tontmit Noovevelt Viiler Voostyelta Deutsche Dienat Mlatey Britain DNB Tloowwell Foreign Office Mr. Roosevelt

France moves to bolster border as Franco faces Spain

Pavia April 14 French military authorities moved quickly to strengthen the Pyrenean border with Spain amid uncertain cooperation with Italy and Germany. Army technicians report inquiries into reported secret movements and concentrations near the border while Italy contemplates delaying troop withdrawals. Franco’s forces, including Italian fighters, are drawn toward Madrid with repatriation expected to begin later, as Spain shifts to absorb refugees and reassign troops.

Pavia Italy Germany France Spain Wea Ttaline Taltitery Geld Ktajian Legionnarrea Heve Deval Catalonia Francs Francisco Franco Alicante Sautern Spain Burgos Italien Franco Madrid Spaslah Rey Concancampa Snd Anter Iagisa Offelas

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