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Helena Independent

Location

Helena, Montana, United States of America

Date

Aug 04, 1939

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Cabinet of England cautions on world situation

The Associated Press reports on the eve of parliament's adjournment one cabinet member warned against underestimating global tension while another urged optimism. Foreign Secretary Lord Muhtos cautioned against complacency about events ahead. Dominions secretary Thomas Inskip discussed reasons for belittling threats, as debates continued over foreign policy amid rising international strain. The premier at Chequers and in Scotland emphasized strong measures, while North China tensions prompted cautious diplomacy.

Associated Press Muhtos House of Tords Thomas Inskip

General Motors Strike Ends as Agreement Made

The walkout by 7,500 skilled workers in GM plants ends after an agreement reached by GM negotiators and the UAW. Federal mediator F. Dewey says the settlement will be voted on by union members locally and at affected plants after details are noted.

General Motors T. A. In Planta

Newspaper Seized Over Unpaid Social Security Taxes

The Greenville Home News, a neighborhood weekly in Torney City New Jersey, was seized by internal revenue agents for failing to pay 227 in social security taxes. The seizure followed standard procedure for tax collection.

N. J Torney City Internal Revenue Greenville Home News Department of the United States

Probe of Labor Given Approval By Senate Body

A senate committee advanced a probe into labor matters, signaling potential action but facing waning momentum as the inquiry nears a standstill. The effort emphasizes ongoing scrutiny of labor policy and government oversight amid political tension.

Senate

Proposals Study Pacific Coast Conditions and Monetary Policy

Washington Aug 3 Senate audit and control committee approved a plan to study Pacific coast conditions and national monetary and banking policy. The panel backed $50 000 for a West Coast labor inquiry to be conducted by the Senate labor committee and $27 000 for a monetary study by the banking and currency committee. The actions aimed to satisfy advocates amid uncertain fate in the Senate and await further leadership.

Washington Pacife Senate Audit and Control Committee Senate Conmittes Senate Chiliberties Conmittes Siem

Minima wage set for shoe industry in county

A wage measure proposed today by a committee would set a minimum wage for shoe workers in the county. If approved by Viner F. Andrews, the plan would take effect in May 1440 after a vote and investigation.

Warhingno

Strike at Green Mountain Dam Tense with Guardsmen

Green Mountain dam project in Colorado sees National Guardsmen disarm about 200 deputized locals after a clash that wounded six workers and cut one. The guard commander ordered a return to work as federal power policy looms, with union ties under scrutiny and statements from local officials.

Green Mountain Dam Colo Colorado National

Taft Announces Candidacy and Attacks New Deal

Washington reports Senator Robert A Taft of Ohio formally entered the Republican presidential race with a statement denouncing certain New Deal policies while endorsing aid to farmers and veterans and promoting a strong stance on governmental reform. Taft noted Ohio constitutional provisions affect delegates to the national convention and indicated he may pursue the nomination while remaining a U S senator. Other leaders commented on his move and reflected diverse reactions to his approach.

Washington Robert A. Taft Taft George FY Cincmnat Willis Eyrich Fy Chaeirman Hanltan County Onl Committen Pat Ohio United States Assam Tate von Ray Republicum of Ohio Ohio Constitation Doline

State Property Tax Levy For 1939 Slightly Lower Than Past Period

The Montana State Board of Equalization yesterday set 2.5 percent tax levy on all property for 1939, slightly lower than the past year. The board completed determinations for the ensuing year noting lower levies for some categories while keeping others steady, with adjustments to support the state university millage and other funds.

Enuatzirion Montana Tom Ehapanan Ant State Generph Tyan Bey Walt Tavernier Levier Lota Ayatock Bounty Fund Ives

Officials conclude SOS hoax stirred coast guard panic

Miami officials and the Coast Guard say SOS calls claiming a distressed vessel caused a nationwide search were likely a hoax. Investigators traced messages to an unknown operator and canceled further dives after doubt arose that any real danger existed. The incident involved a tanker Donkwe and drew Lloyds of London and Rotterdam notices, with officials labeling the event stinky and not credible.

Miami Wrgone Gaard Pri- Melo Vasily Atlantic Aoutheast Florida Aft Walter Affeg Dunkwa Lloyd's London Rotterdam Yale W. BR. Sebiehar Coast Guard Jacksonville Arthur Ss. Fish Federal Communications Comiminsiog

Mining Congress Talk Set for State Meeting in Washington

Secretary and manager of the American Mining Congress will speak on The Fit Congress and 3A Fifret on Montana Mining at the final annual convention of the Mining Association of Montana in Bozeman in August 1919.

Washington, D. C American Mining Congress Apeak Fit Congress 3A Fifret Montana Mining Association of Montana Bozeman

Eastern Montana Wheat Crop Suffered From Heat Wave

Eastern Montana wheat endured a two week heat spell with daytime temperatures over 90s. Officials reported some damage yet overall yields lookmisleadingly steady as moisture and heat limited mold growth. Cuttings advance slowly in places while farmers exploit brief cooler periods and favorable harvesting conditions.

Montana T Commission Bowman

Why Not Who Governs The Car Theft Case In Savannah

Local readers focus on motive over suspect in a car theft incident in Savannah. The notice questions why the motive matters more than identifying who committed the theft. Witnesses are urged to come forward with any information about the case.

Driver of Tank Truck Killed In Bad Accident

A tank truck driver died in a collision near Park City. The victim, about 60, is identified as Tid y Cakert from Sheets ding. The truck overturned, fuel spilled, and the body fell into water near a creek. The accident involved another vehicle and a bystander, with a brother Th Covert in Sheridan listed as a relative.

Park City Merich Covert Wilings Th. Covert Sheridan

Guardianship Fight Over Patrick Wall Begins in California

San Francisco reports testify in a guardianship petition over Patrick Wall, a former Montana mining man, with Jalin Wall of Ruté, Montana alleged to seek release from guardianship. The suit, brought by John and Martin Wail of Texas, claims improper detention and service issues. Guardians Arnat Victora and Miss Bronderr named, with Dr. Victors and counsel noting Wall’s presence unnecessary at hearings. Judge Vinia J. Darks presides as both sides promise further briefs. decision pending.

Patrick Wall Butte California San Francisco Ave Jalin Wall Rute Mont Montana Bay 2 John Martin Wail Patrick Wal Arnat Victora Wall Taatrien Saunders Thuuth Victors Miss Bronderr Matrick Wall Patrick Watt Inez Patrick Walte Kid Joan O'Gara Wulniltts O'Gara Trimet Daly Angels Imerly Hude Vinia J. Darks Attarneyn

Mother and two children die in fall on Michigan Avenue

Chicago reports a mother about 40 and her two boys aged roughly six and seven killed in apparent simultaneous plunges from the 13th floor of a Congress Hotel on Michigan Avenue. The woman registered as from New York City’s 68th Street and at Central Park before the incident tonight.

Chicago Congress Michigan Avenue Mare Fier Mane Ag Dolla Krank 68Th Street Central Park New York City

King 5 for Repeal All Neutrality Acts

Senator King urged repeal of all neutrality laws and rejection of any proposals for new legislation. He argued that the present neutrality act reflects a partial renunciation of principles and questioned whether international law fully protects rights.

Wollington King Ulan Senate

Congress near end of session reshapes foreign affairs

The session of congress, racing to finish, may be recorded as the era that devoted unusual time to foreign affairs since the World War. Debates over undeclared wars in the Orient and a European threat spurred action across foreign policy fronts. Measures approved varied in origin, some initiated by the administration, others by congress, with bipartisan flirtations on some moves. The termination of the commercial treaty with Japan stands out among pivotal moves as Congress diverged from administration plans and did not pass certain key laws.

Washington Congress Orient Europe Lepmatare Bennlors Pittman Vandenberg Mn Mecard United Biatra Japan Congress Baths Cobgrena Arwully State Department Hay

Adjournment Doubt Stirs Ahead of Tomorrow Night

Washington dispatch reports uncertainty over adjournment with Senator Rayvkley predicting delay until the Senate meets after the third week. House and Senate leaders weigh amendments and funding concerns as talks continue amid procedural tension.

Turner 78 Former Butte Leader Dies in California

The funeral was held today for Harry W. Turner 78 former public utility director of Butte Montana who died yesterday at his Carmel California home after a long illness. The service was at Paul Mortuary Pacific Grove with cremation at Salinas Crematorium. Turner born in Madison Wisconsin was a planter and Montana utility figure who retired to Carmel and had no surviving family.

Monterey Cali Aue W. Turner Carmel Putte, Mont Paul Mortuary Pacific Grove Theodore Well Mplacapad Salinas Turner Madison Wir Montana Northwest Antil Neo

House rejects Roosevelt lending plan in August vote

Washington reports the House defeated the 800000 dollar slum clearance and housing proposal as part of Roosevelt lending program. The tally was 191 to 170 with 54 Democrats and 197 Republicans backing the measure and 159 Democrats and eight Republicans opposing. The administration hoped for revision in the Senate where new debates on deficit and farm programs continued, marking another setback for the administration’s broader economic agenda.

Washington House Roosevelt Staciata Monas Jakes Moother Rayburn Texas Senate

Team picked to enter in gun matches

A 24 man team to represent the Montana national guard at the national rifle matcher at Camp Perry, August 20 is September 18 was chosen yesterday by Brig. Gen. John W. Malxa, adjutant general. Col. B. B. Moore, commandant of the Guard Infantry, was named team captain and Major L. I. Bratzka of Glasgow, coach. Team members named were: Lt. Ros J. Wilson, Kaltapell, Lt. Clarence E. Barth, Malta, Lt. Warren W. Hill, Culbertron.

Montana National Guard Camp Perry Ome Get. John W. Malxa Stats National Guard B. B. Moore Loard Infantry Li. E. Bratzka Glasgow Roas J. Wilson Kaltapell Clarence E. Barth

Postmaster General Farley Visits Kazis in Germany

Hamburg Germany Aug 1 Postmaster General Jamon A Farley and his daughters Ana and Betty arrived on the Manhattan for a European vacation He said he had no official appointments in Germany and only hoped to meet members of the German postal service The trip is unofficial and purely for travel and courtesy contacts

Hamburg Germany Goveral Jamon A. Farley Ana Betty Manhattan German Postal Service

Wells Says United States Greatest Hope for World

London dispatch reports H. G. Wells argues in The Fate of Homo Sapiens that the United States, led by Franklin D Roosevelt, offers humanity its best chance through the education of mankind via a world brain. He envisions universal education and a universal democracy aided by superuniversities, though tempered by cautious optimism about humanity’s capacity to adapt.

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