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Newspaper
Helena Independent
Location
Helena, Montana, United States of America
Date
Apr 16, 1932
Page
1
Washington reports President Hoover optimistic that liquidation forces have spent themselves and that signs point to better times. The message notes broad disillusionment and government actions as reformers claim progress despite recent chaos, with continued coverage on later pages.
Washington April 15 Republican leaders face pressure over prohibition with Wyoming senators urging a people’s vote on repeal while Dr Nicholas Murray Butler predicts the 18th amendment will be repealed by the Republican national convention. Other figures including Bishop Cannon and ex Governor Byrd advocate referendum amendment paving a popular vote on prohibition.
Major James dt Walker calls for a mass demonstration in New York tonight urging the nation to stage a tax protest. He says he will lead a jawainet if New York State acts, with statements from Dr Nihal Murray Antler of Columbia University and Charles H Sabin supporting action.
A shaky transcription shows Dawes and other veterans planned to advocate for a defense bonus before the House committee. Witnesses including Wyorth and others would urge action as supporters hope to rally backing next week for passage.
Strkholm Sweden Apelth Tresmen were arrested today by the police amid an investigation into the Krenger affair. A forged bond scheme was noted with government bonds found among Kreuger's effects. Aretiant Carl Lange of Garatita company and director Sven Uuldt were also mentioned in the inquiry.
Los Angeles jury convicts Jamon Reid, 39, of murdering a woman to gain custody of her child. Prosecutors argued the planned killing was to secure control, with the jury returning a life sentence.
New York April 14 7ty Ale fre Sindh a presidential candidate will buried today a delegate on the democratic national convention Smith the 1128 standard bearer and John W Davin the 1924 candidate were among 16 delegates selected by party leaders and approved by the state committee after a telephone conference. Roosevelt withdrew as a possibility and urged repeal of the 18th amendment while Governor Murray of Oklahoma also entered the race to challenge.
A chaotic night in Auckland sees unemployed crowds clashing with police, looting stores, and forcing a temporary halt to violence before order is restored. Fire damages the Church of the Epiphany in Sydney as a wider unrest scene unfolds. A planned Red Army unit movement reported in New South Wales references Prender Lang figures. continue reading Pare 10.
Missana April 16 fire appears in woods in West End amid smoke and heat. Forest patrols report several small blazes in the area. Fire crews work to contain destruction as authorities assess the cause and extent of the incident.
Paris reports a possible agreement between France and the United States on disarmament tied to eliminating differences. Ambassadors from both nations discussed how to reduce tensions and reach a joint plan when leaders meet in Geneva, with American proposals likely guiding a path toward arms control supervised by the League of Nations.
In Cadiz Ohio on April 15 a crowd of about 200 attacked four coal mine workers en route to the Lar mon Creek mine. Carl Naygren 45 died after being struck and fleeing the mob and the guardsmen were sent in to restore order. The death marked another escalation in the eastern Ohio bituminous coal field disturbances.
In Mexico City on April 15 two hundred bandits raided the hamlet of Peso del Macho in Vera Cruz state, sacking the settlement, wounding several people, and robbing a freight and passenger train until seven federal soldiers repelled them and allowed the train to escape the danger zone.
Fragmentary report from Tronaluin dated April 18 indicates defense pressure to reveal which of four accused might plead insanity in the Joseph Kahaloavat case. The halted proceedings amid Cheorie Darrow's illness and Lieutenant Thomas M. Marale's testimony suggest Massie's involvement in the fatal shooting. Prosecutor John Kelley signaled intent to press resumption of the case.
A 70 year old Rhode Island man files a $2,000 trespass and battery suit against Philip Reitance alleging deliberate mutilation of his mustache during an assault. The complaint claims the defendant cut off both ends of the mustache and cropped it closely, causing disfigurement and suffering.
New York April 18. Revised orders of worship for the Methodist Episcopal church announced by Bishop Wilbur P Thirkield after years of study. The proposals revive old fashioned forms and call for greater congregational participation in prayers and responses. Two orders exist, one short and one long.
A New York City born Bayes missionary, Mrs Grace Wana Moft, was found murdered in her Warsaw apartment. Police report a blunt force wound and a torn backdrop from the bed, with no knife or razor linked to the attack. The wardrobe was broken open, suggesting a violent struggle.
Report notes both Wyoming senators in line for resubmission amid heated debate over federal control versus state rights. The piece cites Senator Wendrick voting on amendments and Senator Carey aligned with the dry ticket, with references to 1880 campaign positions and a referendum stance.
In Omaha on April 15 a lawyer claimed advance knowledge of two gang slayings and a near fatal shooting, accusing “underworld overlords” of shaping local law for 25 years. Judge Thomson granted ex sergeant Tom Crawford immunity from prosecution as he faces trial in a large liquor syndicate case.
Ohio officials weighed sewer gas as the probable cause of yesterday’s blast in the new state office building. Eight men died and many were injured as investigators and experts concluded no high explosive was used. The theory centers on sewer gas buildup in the sub cellars, with official ruling still pending.
A young woman claiming to be Greta Gray of WineapoI, Hopewell, was admitted to Lindbergh estate after an extensive search at the entry. She traveled by bus, was escorted by newspapermen, and said she was a friend of Evangeline Lindbergh, mother of the flyer. she refused further questions.
Senator Jarria ofGeorgia, who has been here for several weeks, took a sudden turn for the worse tonight. His physician described him as very ill and in a precarious condition.
Chinese communists marching on Changchow were slain in an all day clash with Kwantung forces. Many refugees fled to safety after British missionaries escaped. U S destroyer Smith Thoronson moved to guard foreign residents. The report notes a Geneva session instruction from Japan's government.
Telegrams from a State land department official urge Secretary Tryde and Senator Walsh to influence federal seed loan rules. Carl Brongon informed that thousands of loan applications are stalled in Minneapolis, affecting farmers in Montana counties. Regulations cap seed loans at 1600 per landowner and 400 per applicant.
Thompson Falls reports William Rogers White aged 26 was arrested at Sand Point Idaho after offering an old coin for a meal. He pleaded guilty to burglary and was sentenced to five years in the state prison. The 100 cent coin dated 1815 and jewelry valued at $300 were stolen from the W E Darling store.
Ten students and an instructor were injured when a chemistry experiment exploded at Moi Springs County High School in Thermopolis. Two students Ivana Fingerty and Goldfa Pavieh remained serious at Thermonolia hospital. May Mortimore, the instructor, was among the injured. The blast shattered classroom windows and caused no panic as students administered first aid.
Adolf Hitler embarked today on a plan to upset the government decree to dissolve the army of Alarm troupe. He would retain the best lawyers to contest the decree and threatened to demand dues for property and to counter raids on patrols.
Five persons died and two children were badly burned when a four story Bronx tenement caught fire shortly after midnight. The badly burned children were 10-year-old Salfer Weinstein and seven-year-old Heith Weinstein. Fire killed a family. another fire three days earlier claimed Mrs Colla Sandern and her five children.
President Hoover backs a five day work week for parts of industry as part of a broader economy plan. The Treasury drive and retrenchment program aim to save 60 to 200 million dollars, with potential net savings of 76 to 80 million as factors. The proposal also signals shifts to housing action and wartime departments.
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