27 Apr 1932
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Newspaper
Helena Independent
Location
Helena, Montana, United States of America
Date
Apr 27, 1932
Page
1
A sharp charge alleges a quarter of a million dollars funneled to New York financial writers to hype stocks. The accusation ties to Rep. Lamaardia’s investigation into market manipulation as witnesses testify about brokers and suspicious trading in the era’s stock market.
The bodies of J. W. Schnitzler business leader state senator and GOP committeeman and Al Q. Hedberg pilot killed in a plane crash northwest of Malta are en route to Mroid. Funeral services will be held Thursday at the Catholic church in Lopom with a nine mass at 10 am, then the body will be taken to Glendale California for interment.
A fragmented note discusses growing support for higher taxation with references to political figures and regional calls. The text hints at shifting public sentiment and potential policy shifts in the democratic arena. Further details appear on page 3.
A political upheaval centered on Regime of Mayor Walker as critics claim cash exchanges influenced city operations. The investigation touches Manhattan and Brooklyn districts, naming farmer Charles Woongesn and Marcel Company executives in alleged compensation schemes.
In Mascatine Iowa today the trial of Dr Athor GaTeKeawn, dentist, for second degree murder reached a pivotal point as prosecutors recount the death of his mother Rhoda Mekenwn. Witnesses described the scene and the prosecution detailed the victim's final hours, with emotions running high.
Hollywood reports two major film stars face suspensions as studios act over salary and contract disputes. Marlene Dietrich, German born blonde star, and Jane Chaney are cited amid industry turmoil, with critics noting the actions reflect mounting tensions over compensation and creative rights.
Atwater mourns as two men are buried beside a father man killed in a crash. rescue teams extract mangled remains and bring them to Malta. Watches stopped at 1:30 and 7:07 hint at times of death. papers at the scene aid identification. Senator and pilot were en route to Vavre when the crash occurred. continued on Page 2.
Governor Hazelbaker announced a Montana Senate delegation will attend the funeral of Senator Jones W. Bernitzler of Roosevelt County who died in an airplane crash near Midian. Senators John Servant, FW Delaney, W Cowan, Wiaffearn, George Garnison, Vere Angwick, James Snarting, W Renimis, James Crawinard, A A Finker, and WL 1. Stages of Wibanx will represent the senate on Thursday.
Clyde Kipp received two prison terms in Columbus for a bank related case. Paul Raines also faced sentencing for the Worden holdup, with a May 9 date set. Sentences ranged from six to 40 years for several participants in the Stilwater county treasury heist.
Hollywood star Gary Cooper arrived in Hollywood today after about a year away. He spent several weeks in Africa hunting and collecting game specimens. Next week he will begin work with Tallulah Bankhead and Charles Langton on The Devil is a Woman.
Washington April 26 William Green president of the American Federation of Labor reports industrial unemployment rising at the peak of the usual spring hiring season. He warns this new rise may indicate a growing problem though no immediate improvement is seen.
Harbin April 27 AP reporting the Japanese army launches its largest assault since Chin-Chow fall, sending three brigades under Lt Gen Hirose to crush 20,000 rebels. Rail and river boats ferry the force into northern and eastern Manchuria, with intense clashes along the Chinese Eastern railway and in Sunari Sea. Simultaneous actions aim to subdue rebel groups in Tonghoa district, 125 miles east of Mulidan.
Thomason Falls April 26 A jury in a Mietriet court finds Philip Davis a Camas Prairie farmer guilty of stealing a Sanders county bridge and using it for firewood and a well casing He is fined 250 dollars and sentenced to six months in jail.
Today's proceedings focus on the case of Massie with Darrow and Kelley awaiting testimony. The prosecution outlined arguments to show Massie acted under mental derangement when he fired the fatal shot, while defense contends other factors may excuse the act.
Washington April 26. General Frank I Hines told the house ways and means committee that wartime veteran expenditures equal the cost of another war The administrator of veterans affairs urged continuation of the bonus The testimony highlighted the 3 549 607 certificates in force and the potential impact of a full cash payment totaling about 2 422 826 014 dollars with roughly 400 000 veterans eligible Continued on Page 4.
Rio de Janeiro April 26. A seaplane crash near Tainheriros Road Bahia killed Navarro federal interven tor of Para?ybm and two other men. Three were seriously injured including Jose American Alemcian minister of public works. Other dead were Lima Camnos chief engineer federal irrigation service and the plane's radio operator.
Washington April 28. Attorney General Mitchell in a letter to the senate declined to express an opinion on whether recent railroad mergers violated anti-trust laws. The statement notes the absence of a formal position pending further review.
In Boston Alfred E. Smith leads Roosevelt for the Democratic presidential nomination with Curley conceding. early returns show Smith ahead for delegates to the national convention. Philadelphia districts also report Roosevelt trailing. Partial results reflect Smith dominance across multiple districts as ballots continue to be counted.
Governor Abert cited prohibition and farm fluctuations as examples of excessive federalism and over centralization. Governor Witchin called for vigilance on federal balance to avoid economic shocks, while Governor Dern warned against greed and warlike speculation undermining stability at the governors conference dinner.
Washington April 26 The house debated a bill tied to a 1926 Montana Crow reservation shooting in which George Bolton a Black man killed Sheriff Robert Gilmore and Special Officer John MacLeod and wounded Deputy Andrew Dornberger and fled to Glorian Ford’s barn before being killed when a blaze trapped him.
New York April 26 Alfred E Smith says Massachusetts results estimate by the Boston Post show he carried the state by about three to one in the Democratic National Convention primary. He expresses happiness and gratitude to his friends in Massachusetts and promises fuller remarks tomorrow.
Washington April 26 AP Critics including Paul Bestor chairman of the Farm Loan board oppose the Frazier bill to refinance farm debts. They warn the measure would be disastrous to the country and argue relief should target commodity prices rather than broad debt refinancing. The plan centers on a bond issue and credits to aid farmers, argued as impractical by opponents.
In northeastern Montana drought stricken High Line counties report improving prospects. Federal seed aid credit channels and widespread seed potato distribution by the American Red Cross foster renewed agricultural hope. Chapter officers from Valley Sheridan Dantea Will Liberty Phillips and Roosevelt counties presented the upbeat outlook to national Red Cross officials as relief plans near May 1 termination. James J. Pieser led the meeting and outlined agency activities nationwide.
A tornado struck the farming community seven miles southeast of Nashville Georgia on April 26 killing five people and injuring others. Debris covered roads and fields as several homes were destroyed. Victims include Mia and Everett Gaskins and two children. the Gas kings husband and two children were reported in grave condition.
Washington April 26 Keflin of Alabama charged Bankhead with robbing him of the Senate seat in a heated session. The Glass banking bill moved forward in the Senate as Heflin pressed the dispute amid tense gallery disruption. President pro tempore Moses chaired. arms were readied as motions tangled the chamber. The day featured intense debate and procedural maneuvering over the primary and other items on the calendar.
Fragmentary report outlines the National League of Women Voters biennial convention. Discussions focus on prohibition proposals, floor resolutions, and referral to a committee for swift reporting. Also notes a separate case: Joseph Cantley pleads guilty to first degree manslaughter in the death of his infant daughter Joan. sentenced to five to ten years.
Col Charles A Lindbergh reportedly made personal contact with the Lindbergh kidnap gang in Virginia last week. A high New Jersey official said the meeting occurred as the baby was allegedly abducted from the estate on Monday and Tuesday. The group is believed to have received the $50,000 ransom.
Livingston April 26 Fire destroyed or damaged two Livingston business houses the Woolworth store and Beley playmacy for several hours threatening neighboring structures. A Beley dry goods member estimates the minimum damage at 100000 dollars for both establishments and their one story brick buildings erected a few years ago by J K Swindicharat.
The Farmers-Labor party convention in Omnahp Neh is led by S Coxes, once Marshall of Coxey’s army. He argues for government inflation of labor and commodities to fund soldiers and public works. Opposition figures warn against revolution while affirming no imminent danger.
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