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Newspaper

Helena Independent

Location

Helena, Montana, United States of America

Date

Aug 01, 1939

Page

1

New Lending Bill Is Passed by Senate HUNDREDS BELIERED IN PLANT

Cleveland July 31 Several hundred workers besieged General Motors Fisher body plant as police and unionists clashed injuring16 to hospitals. Safety officials met with company reps to discuss the standoff while authorities kept the area under tight control.

Senate Cleveland General Motors Fisher Body Milot Nese Toned Woald Ninhe Yolle Wnes Ness Eward

Chamberlain Still Hopes to Escape Europe Nightmare

Britain's Prime Minister Chamberlain warned of a looming general conflict in Europe and the horrors of war while urging rulers and people to seek peaceful resolutions. He cautioned that rapid weapon buildup accelerates danger but expressed hope that the crisis could be settled without war. He also flagged concerns over the Far East and the prospects for a lasting pact, noting dangers from Russia and Danang.

Chamberlain Europe Jesus Great Britain Far East Danalg Russia

Treasury Withdraws Silver Objections Despite Debate

Washington July 31 Senate debate on silver purchases ends with Townsend withdrawing objections to discontinuing foreign silver buys. He proposed an amendment to cap purchases at 20 per week, while arguing that buying foreign silver does not create American jobs. The discussion notes the inconsistent logic of varying silver prices and job creation claims.

Washington Townsend Tweipu Treasury Senate Yale

Youth Stabbed in Heart Fights for Life in Houston

In Houston on July 31 an unidentified man stabbed Harold Ince, a 19 year old, through the chest. Ince pulled the knife free and walked a block before an ambulance arrived. doctors say the weapon penetrated the heart an inch but he is expected to recover.

Houston Texas Harold Ince Ince

Mexican Seizure And Sale Of Oil Will Be Probed

Washington July 1 Two proposals for investigating allegations of shipments from American entities in Mexico have been filed with the foreign relations committee. Senator Neely DW, an administration supporter, urged an inquiry into alleged secrecy around Mexican oil sales. Senator Bridges RN signaled plans for a broader probe, claiming Neely seeks political advantage amid demand for investigation.

Washington Nevico United States Foreign Relatians Committee Negly DW. Vad Bridges RN Senate Amphi Neely Uyands

President of Bank Gets Long Term in Prison for Thefts

Walter P. Jacobs, 41, former president of the National Bank of Adrian Michigan, was sentenced in federal court to seven and a half years. He admitted stealing more than 276000 from his bank to fund a lifestyle he could not afford while his salary was 6000 annually. He said he gambled in gambling houses to keep up with wealthier friends.

Detroit Walter P. Jacobs National Bank of Adrian Mich Jacobs

New Winter Styles Shown in Paris

Paris shows unveiled winter collections with flowing capes and coats, velvet accents, and bold color palettes. The Dahlia theme dominates Chanel offerings with pinks purples and reds, jeweled collars, and barbaric style necklaces echoing dramatic evening wear.

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Train Robbers Routed After Gun Battle on Chicago Champaign Line

A gang attempting to seize a $56,000 army payroll aboard a four car train from Chicago to Champaign fought mail car crew near Guidon and were forced to retreat. One raider was shot and captured, another presumed wounded fled in a Confederate’s automobile. Mail clerk May O’Henry was knocked to the floor as the alarm was given and an engineer fired toward the robbers. Baggage clerk Jan Graton fought with a pistol as the train gained speed, aiding in repelling the attack.

Champalen Med Sar Rothers Amall Btalo Karl Boathman Mynal Clef Hinds Tlinats Central Chicago Champaign Guarge Thatral Army Technical Air School Rantoul May O’henry Howan Booth‘am Rehners Jan Graton Mstol

Roosevelt Endorses Large National Resources Program

President Roosevelt urged Congress to back a long range plan for northern timber region recovery in Michigan Wisconsin and Minnesota. The proposal calls for long term loans to farmers resettlement and removal of unneeded federal barriers, cooperative marketing development, and a major public works effort to realize resource potential and aid affected communities.

Washington Roosevelt Congress National Michigan Wichecongin Minnesota United States

Lightning Melts Red Springs But Sleeper Escapes

A chaotic excerpt describes a fire at a residence in Red Springs. A sleeper escapes as bolts melt a house’s structure while observers note flames and smoke. The scene includes a firefighter effort and a hospital transfer for an injured individual.

Mo One Seeks Post of Executioner in New York

A memo reports officials in New York considering candidates to replace Robert G. Brott as the nation’s executioner. Two prison staff are deemed qualified, with others under review, as they await confirmation amid debates over methods and costs.

N.Y Tabi Stig Sing Mifa Thobert G. Brott Weath Stan Kilintt Amhur Perry Miling the Nile Kron Richard Mauptamny Lindhargh Baby Kid Capemurder

Death of Sons Kept From Ailing Mothers Years in Strangely Parallel Cases

Omaha July 31 The strange Omaha case involves Mrs Simon Goldberg kept ignorant for seven years of two sons death. Ralph D sent weekly letters signed Harry and Sam from New York and elsewhere to mislead her about sons. After seven years, Mrs Goldberg learned the truth and died weeks later amid ongoing deception. Parallel case follows in California with ailing mother Rosa Colombe kept unaware of her son’s fate as deception continued.

Omaha Nob Simon Goldberg Los Angeles Harry Sam Arm Goldberg California Ralph D New York Mrs. Goldberg Ralph Don Angeles Wan Halph Hollywood Suly Mra. Winon Galdsberg Nor bin Fing Mra Atta Colonia Mra. Colombo Hax Rosa Colombe Menislng Phienda Taye Colombo

Britain and Japan move closer on Chinese interests

Tokyo dispatch reports Britain and Japan edging toward a Chinese settlement as police curb anti British demonstrations in Tientsin. Conferees agree on policing measures with Chinese authorities but fail to settle the currency issue. Details of the pact remain unsettled amid stormy talks and accusations of war agitation.

Tokyo Britain Japan Tientsin Vientsin Dapatione Antillery Ty Hay Dupa MIM Wneso Morkade Hines Wind Talya

London Balloon Barrage Backfires Amid Lightning Losses

London officials report a massive balloon barrage failed again as oversized balloons deflated and dropped into suburban backyards amid storms and lightning. Nine captive balloons tied to cables were destroyed, one more sent aloft earlier. A housewife quips towns are surprised to see a balloon in her backyard.

Toardon London Ely

Bridge ceremonies announced for Monimi prize bridge

Education ceremonies for Mon imi s prizewinning bridge across the middle fork of the Flathead river will beat Bellon. August 11, the state highway department announced yesterday. D. A. McKinnon, state highway engineer, ra id the cerentorles. Continued on Page 3.

Monimi Middle Fork Flathead River Bellon State Hghway Department D. A. McKinnon Ihe Cerentorles

Bill to outlaw Nazi uniforms nationwide passes House

Washington report notes a bill to ban wearing Nazi uniforms and bearing arms in public to curb extremist influence. The measure, passing the House and moving to the Senate, includes penalties up to one year in prison and a $1000 fine. It targets uniforms and insignia promoting foreign ideologies and hatred.

Washington United States House Senate DNY

Temporary injunction blocks layoff of four firemen

A temporary injunction and show cause order were granted yesterday to prevent the layoff of four Melonn firemen, TE. Williams, N. B. Neelan, R. U. Richeson, and Rob Davis, amid a pending petition requesting cause why they should not be dismissed. The court and council had considered suspending workers for economy, and the petition argues the city would be unable to operate equipment, especially the hook and ladder, with only 21 firemen plus a chief. The case hinges on an August 7 hearing as the petition seeks to block the mayor and councilmen from removing the four men and endangering fire response.

A. J. Moviky Joseph W. Mehright Melonn Adeo Ayot Roberte Amos Bt Shetlady Vorreal Farenzan Rounel TE. Wiltiamn N. BP Nelean R. UW Richeson Rob Davia Orddinnry Theleia Nandio Melugin Uutter Mhanty

Innocent Man Awaiting Trial After Eight Months Served

New York July 3 A Brooklyn man Caruso has served eight months of a 10 20 year term for a holdup he did not commit. He and another man were arrested after a gunpoint car hijacking on July 29, 1930. Caruso remains in custody until the trials of Jack Ancona, 22, and Morrie Golian, 26, proceed.

New York Prip Carusa Muel Dean Wott Caro Sealimany Eugena Scamielino Brooklyn Ian Bhy Cacuen

Brick Falls Five Stories Brings Minor Injuries in Iowa

In Merely Bounces Off Heads case a brick fell five stories from a new building in Tes Mainos Iowa on July day and struck Carl Buangan a 12 year old boy near Latimer. The factory official said the brick mostly bounced off and the boy received three stitches for a scalp wound. The incident caused only a small headache and was deemed an inconvenience.

Tes Mainos Iowa Carl Buangan Diosgan

Senate approves administration lending bill amid cuts

Washington reports the administration lending bill cleared the Senate 52 to 28 after trimming proposed loans to about 1.615 billion, with House rules setting up floor debate. The plan seeks bonds by the RFC to finance housing and other programs, while House and Senate differences must be reconciled before final passage.

Washington Senate House Walting House Rules Committee House Banking Committee Thera Howevr Bouda R.F.C

Wool Sale Opens in Denver Sets Strong Prices

Denver July 21 AP bidders bought 674209 pounds of western wool on opening day of the annual nur day summer auction. Getzbenthera of Monte Vista Cole topped at 2734 cents per pound for a 120 pound lot. Nichola and Company of Boston were the high bidder. Reed Warnick for Merrion and Wilkins said total sales approached 4200 pounds with values between 21 and 24 cents per pound.

Denver Getzbenthera Monte Vista Cole Nichola and Company Bostor Reed Warnick Merrion and Wilkins Highea Singin Warnick Wold

Attorney General Still Studies Hatch Bill Restricting Officials

Waablogton July 31. Attorney General Murphy said he has not finished studying the legality of the Hatch bill which would limit political activity by federal officials. The president has until midnight Thursday to sign or veto the legislation or it becomes law without his signature.

Waablogton Murphy Whita House

Clark Gable Nabs Youth Bandit Near Van Nuys

Clark Gable captured a youth burglar after a confrontation at his Van Nuys ranch. The suspect, described as a Polish transient, faced authorities following a break in at Gable's home while his wife Carole Lombard was away. Gable described seizing the intruder and securing the scene before police took over.

van Nuys Galt Clark Gable Williiaen Inter Carale Lombard

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