02 Dec 1930
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Newspaper
Helena Independent
Location
Helena, Montana, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1930
Page
1
Turmoil marked the opening of the 71st Congress as election torn ranks gathered for a short session amid protests in the capital plaza. Debates over an additional session, potential long disputes, and questions about reform plans showed the legislature divided and unsettled about the country’s future.
The body of union organizer Mother Jones will be laid to rest at Mount Olive with a requiem mass and funeral rites led by St Gabriel's church. A procession and service are planned to honor the famed labor advocate, with a westward journey for interment following a wake and public observances.
A heated debate unfolds over repealing the 18th Amendment with referenda proposed to legalize beer and wine. Lawmakers push for federal action to curb bootleggers while outlining constitutional paths for ratification and state conventions.
Washington December 1 The Nye campaign funds committee debated withholding James I Davis oath as Pennsylvania Republican senator amid reports primary expenditures for the Davis Brown campaign surpassing 627000 Campaign action may be deferred to examine expenditure details while Nye investigators probe. Senator Grundy, appointed to the seat, denied Ware but remains post holder after a nomination fight that sparked four years of Senate debate.
President Hoover urged improved health for youths at the Chicago convention. He praised the child health conference findings and urged daily living education to reach families, shops, and communities. Hoover congratulated young farmers’ wives and girls for their work, calling agriculture the noblest profession and urging leadership.
A blaze swept the upper structure of St Andrews Church on City Hall Place causing about 100000 dollars in damage. The fire began in the belfry of the 1808 building once known as The Printers Church. A suspect confessed to believing the fire was incendiary.
Ianans City Meek By The Grand Aeie of the traternal Order at Fagies announced a bill for the creation of a federal industrial commission. The commission would probe employment, agriculture, and commerce issues to devise plans and recommend legislation to ensure fair wages and returns. Mentioned are portable grain elevator and washing machine wringer details.
London (4) Negotiations for settlement of the Scottish coal strike failed today. About 20,000 miners have quit work, and a potential spread to South Wales is feared as 1800 at a South Wales colliers yard refused to work amid alleged communist agitation. Union leaders urge firmness while a Miners Federation meeting in London Thursday looms as the next critical date.
New York December 1. Marcus Daly, late copper magnate, leaves half of a trust fund to his widow Lele Daly and half to his son Marcus Fonts. He also leaves a life interest in half of his real estate on Fifth Avenue and bequests to friends including 10000 dollars to Toward Welch of Taeron Arizona and 2900 to Guy Hii of Hamilton, Montana. Daly died November 10 at Wachapragne, Virginia. The value of the estate was not disclosed.
Fire damaged the Carter County high school dormitory soon after occupants left for clan room. One person escaped. The building, erected years ago by pioneer merchant Robert Charters, is a city landmark.
Relatives of missing Michael Cushing received a telephone ransom demand after a pigeon was observed carrying a note. The attempted ruse involved a cake and a decoy cake cue, with pursuers following confusing reports as the bird and kidnappers vanished during the pursuit.
Two women are reportedly saved from a gang of bandits described as Chinese in origin. The incident involved a British location and an American missionary named Harward who aided the women. They were deemed safe at a Mongol camp after fleeing to Protow chew.
In Berlin, President Hindenburg uses article 18 to sign the Broemnag financial reform into law, granting semi dictatorial powers as Germany seeks to stabilize finances. The move follows months of Cabinet effort, with political opposition voicing alarm and concerns over public safety and parliamentary process.
In Oregon three men died after a tunnel collapse and toxic fumes filled a 2900 foot tunnel between Oakridge and Terre. The derailed train split in two and several passengers were injured or missing as authorities searched for survivors near the wreck site. The dead included Lions Ania and 46 of Minnesota.
A garbled notice reports Bishop W F Faber falling ill suddenly while visiting Helena. The fragment mentions a principal, a hospital, and an incident involving a person named Smith and a plan to travel to Billings.
Commissioner AH Stafford of the late department of agriculture announced that the Pondera Turkey pool closed a successful year by disposing of turkeys to Hansen Packing Company of Hutte for prices from 100 to 4 a hundred pounds above market. Hansen paid pool rents per pound for first grade birds and other buyers offered varied rates for different quality birds. The sale included various carcass weights and hides, with prices for different grades cited. The pool expected shipments toward California, with Montana poultry markets noted.
Madrid to Valencia arrival reports say the archpriest in Villar del Arrobiapo was killed by Francisco Lavara, a long-time resident. The assailant shot the priest three times, with town elders describing the suspect as an altercation participant.
In Ghigard a group of well wishers gathered at the Sheriff’s office to acclaim him for reappointment. One man was restrained and later released after paying $13 today.
A plea of not guilty was entered by defendant Daisy in a case tied to a grand inquiry and alleged theft. Ward scheduled a trial date, with the matter proceeding to Wickcourt for further action.
Ruth Nichols completed a record flight from Sew Voth to Kin gmen covering 167 miles in eight hours 44 minutes. Captain Frank Mo Vamks set a previous mark while Mrs Miller and Austrian winter details appear in the report.
Washington dispatch reports hundreds of communists staged a noisy protest as congress convened on the Capitol plaza. Police lines used tear bombs and sticks to disperse the crowd, with many protesters detained and taken away.
Nashua bank raid case ends with guilty pleas from defendants. Details remain unclear due to incomplete source text. Local authorities pursued charges related to the early one incident described in the fragment. Further specifics on names, dates, and outcomes are not readable in the provided material.
Matenational Livestock held a world alfalfa competition at Sarm Creek Treasure County with 150 entrants from the U S and Canada. Archie Wilson of Hesham narrowly led the western division then won overall as top alfalfa seed producer and claimed a prize of 9 Montane dry land farming dollars. Other notable placings included Ivan Barstad Glasgow August Pond Jamples Syneels Winnett and Tanna Brothere Bervie.
Paris residents face railway disruptions as flood levels rise in the Seine creating danger to tunnels and tracks. Officials report water threatening stations and signaling possible service suspension while authorities assess repairs and safety measures.
An airwoman named Mrs Miller was not drowned after a rescue on an island. Keith Willer aided her salvation when the aircraft collided with rough conditions. Reporters note the incident involved limited instruments and no video bank. Continued on Page 2D.
Fragmented OCR text outlines the opening of a murder trial accusing O Loughlin and associates of slaying a woman. The record mentions alleged admissions and testimonies shaping witness and defense presentations as the case unfolds in court.
Carl Jackson, prohibition administrator for the Pacific Northwest, led an operation arresting numerous persons on MH or vialAllAN counts in Aberdeen and Hoquiam. The raids targeted areas along the coast as agents pursued suspects, with one man, Hoe quam diuReist, identified among those taken into custody.
Washington December 1 plans to conserve wild life in national parks and adjacent areas were laid before Secretary Walbur today. Senator Walcott of Connecticut and others discussed legislative measures advisable. A map or plan through the superintendent’s office outlined proposed protections for wildlife in national parks including Yellowstone.
Germany demanded an early world disarmament conference as the preparatory commission began its final review of the Washington Allied disarmament plan. The commission narrowly rejected a motion to restrict governments from maintaining armed ships and aircraft in service, and failed again to secure broad commitment to deep arms reductions.
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