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Newspaper

Helena Independent

Location

Helena, Montana, United States of America

Date

Dec 06, 1933

Page

1

Lindbergh Flight Update From Gambia to South America

Col and Mrs Lindbergh launched from Jiathursd Gambia at 9 p m EST Tuesday for South America. Wireless position reports via Pan American Airways relay to New York showed variable data with wind and altitude around 1200 feet. Messages indicated progress and distances near Cahpan and Vaitsnity Ponties with multiple stations tracking the east west route on this long journey.

Wharles A. Lindbergh Jiathursd Gambia South Ame Pan-American Airways System Col. Lindbergh New York Renarta Cahpan Vaisthity Ponties Pestietany Nalins Tithurat Shan rCinnelynen

Depot in Washington 15 Scene of HoldUp

Fragmentary report describes a depot in Washington 15 scene of hold up. Text shows garbled names and details with missing successors. Unable to determine precise place or persons due to illegible OCR.

Washington

Unclear global brief with mixed identifiers and misspellings

Fragmentary world news notes mention proclamations borrowing plans and political events. Names and places are garbled, with references to Washington New York Baton Rouge and Montevideo alongside obscure terms. Overall cohesion and specifics are weak.

Assay Resolution Passes and Senate Prepares for Flood of Bills

The Senate moved to advance several measure drafts as it prepares for a large influx of house bills. Debate highlighted a proposal to refund debt while maintaining favorable interest rates, with emphasis on mining interests and local districts. The session saw continued discussion of bonding terms and the potential impact on counties and school districts, signaling a busy legislative agenda ahead.

Senate HOUSE

House Pushes Through Increased Quota in Rapid Session

The house convenes at Wa'dock with key committees to report as it speeds through relief measures. It passes a raft of bills including car tax cuts, Home Owners' Loan act, and NRA funds use for state university construction. Debates liquor distribution and state druggist dispensing under control board. Continued on Page 2.

Frank Hi. Copney Menaire NRA The State University Fort, Benton Fairview H.C. Cantfale White Judith Bastnyere Day Aguer Control Board J. N. Doran

Wind scatters cash from speeding train to Moor Park station

A heavy canvas bag containing £4,000 was tossed from a speeding train near Moor Park. Winds scattered currency as people rushed to recover notes and coins. About $600 was later returned to the American Commercial and Savings Bank, with the rest missing.

Moor Park American Commercial and Savings Bank

Huey Long Holds 6th Louisiana Seat Amid Ballot Chaos

In Baton Rouge amid smoke from burned ballot boxes, state forces under Senator Huey P. Long presided over a congressional election in most of Louisiana's sixth district. The ballot showed only Mrs Bolivardi Krinp as the placeholder candidate for the vacant seat, amid protests and displays of arms.

Baton Rouge Huey P. Long Louisiana Bolivardi Krinp Long

Roosevelt Proclaims End of Prohibition and Calls for Temperance

President Roosevelt issued a proclamation to end national prohibition and urged Americans to support law and order. He warned states not to permit saloons in any form and called for temperance education, urging consumption only through licensed dealers and trust in the public good sense. The proclamation notes Congress action and references a joint resolution continuing to Page 3.

Washington Roosevelt Phillips United States

State relief needs put at 3 million for next year

Spaulding, director of relief and development, told state legislators that about 200000 workers will be required from state and counties to fund relief work by Monten during 164. Federal aid would total 741606, bringing the state total to around 3,125,000, far short of needs. He warned it is impossible to forecast the public works and relief program for the next six months and cautioned conservatives to anticipate at least 35000 unemployed to be absorbed by combined relief and public works programs.

T.C Spaulding

No Actual Secession Step By Irish Is Coming As Yet

London reports no actual secession step by Irish Free State has occurred. The article notes a hypothetical question posed to Britain about becoming a republic, with Dominion discussions and comments from officials. It mentions De Valera, the British dominions secretary, and the broader context of Irish independence debates.

London Thoms de Valere Isador Wat

Mae West Slaps Robbers In Holdup Tale At Jury Testimony

Mae West testified before a grand jury about a robbery in which a man threatened her with a revolver and stole jewels worth $20,400. She described slapping the robber and said the incident occurred over a year ago. The case also involved Kaward Ui, Wrindman, Kambleing house clerk, and Harry Voilet, with others indicted as participants in the holdup.

Miss Woat Latrer Kaward UI Wrindman Kambleing Harry Voilet Inter Texas Guinan Morris

Woman Kills Cousin Over Husband Slaying Retaliation

In San Salvador a woman killed her cousin Jertin Maissant in revenge for her husband Mes. Mattin Work, once a San Francisco cameraman, who was killed last summer by Maissant. Maissant had attended a farewell party before the shooting being described as a planned act. Police say the woman attempted to flee by car but was unable to start it and was apprehended.

San Salvador Doc Jertin Maissant Mes Mattin Workwalio San Francisco Sindy

Lynching Investigation Looms in San Jose Case

In San Jose California Sheriff William Eamig and District Attorney Fred Thomas announced a formal investigation into the kidnapping and lynching of a Bronte Mart suspect. Assistant DA Herbert Bridges had not signed the formal process and Thomas stated no statement was available.

Senator Erickson Calls at White House Visit

Senator Erickson and former Representative Scott Leavitt called at the White House. Erickson said the visit was purely serial and that they did not see the president. He added he had no business there but planned a second call the next day.

Washington Erickson Scott Leavitt Montana

Message to Philippine Delegation Prompts Washington Visit

A fragmentary letter discusses the Philippine delegation en route to Washington and hopes for a presidential welcome. It references Quezon, a desire for freedom, and speaks cryptically about money, tulips, and trade as part of broader hopes for independence. The tone hints at political context and anticipated negotiations.

Al Smith declines daytime celebration on repeal

New York report says Al Smith spent a busy day but did not celebrate repeal of the 18th amendment. He refused to drink in public, telling photographers “I don’t drink in the daytime and I am not going to start today.” He posed with a drink but it was water, and he had no plans for a celebration that night.

New York Wee EL Smith Smith

Utah Opens Doors as Prohibition Ends Nationwide

The Associated Press reports celebrations and open liquor sales as Utah joins Pennsylvania and Ohio in ratifying the repeal amendment. Several states move to replace national prohibitions while many remain dry under their own laws. Distribution of liquor thaws across states as more end age restrictions.

Associated Press Utah Pennsylvania Obio Scv

One House Nebraska Legislature Proposed by Initiative

Lingala Nebrak. Dec. 5. A constitutional amendment would create a one house legislature of 21 members to be drawn by US Senator Nutrix for voter submission next fall by initiative petition. Members would be elected starting in 1936 and the 1935 legislature would district the state for the new election. The governor would call a special session on request of a majority of legislators.

Lingala Neb Nebraskit Nutrix George W. Cline Progressive League

Uncle Sam to Press Fight Against Bootleggers in Prohibition Era

Washington reports the government will intensify its battle as prohibition tightens. Witnesses at a proposed liquor industry code hearing warned bootleggers will seek permits to siphon legal liquor into illicit channels. Federal action will also target three old bootleg liquids: corn whiskey, applejack, and grain alcohol sourced from sugar, molasses, and other raw materials.

Washington Quar Moen Miele

Poor Husband Seeks Divorce Amid Dog Complaint

Los Angeles, a film comedian Ned Sparky, sued for absolute divorce from his wife Mercedes Sparka. The court filing seeks maintenance and alleges the dog belonging to Mrs Parks is used to annoy him. The action details no shared mathing for alimony.

Los Angeles Nee Ned Sparky Honeritled Wimgelf Agan Iis Wife Mercedes Sparka Ansiwer Mra. Parks

Utah ratifies repeal of federal prohibition in Utah

Salt Lake City, Dec. 5. Utah completed ratification of the 21st Amendment repealing federal prohibition at 3 41 p m MST. After Ohio and Pennsylvania earlier today Utah's 36th state vote secures the two thirds needed. Ray L Olson announced the result as Sam B Thurman finished the roll call greeted by a cheer. Ratification became immediately effective at 3 50 30 p m MST.

Salt Lake City Utah Ohio Pennsylvania Ray L. Olson Olson Ume

First Lady Roosevelt Declines Carmel Drink Recipe

In Carmel California on December the wife of the president Mrs Roosevelt declined to enter a recipe in the National Association contest to find the country's 20 best drinks. The group, made up of writers and artists, hosts the event in the seaside town.

Carmel Calif Franklin J. Roopavelt America National Association For the Advancement of the Fine Moosevelt

Utah Opens Liquor Shops as National Prohibition Ends

Washington dispatch reports Utah, the 36th state, ratified repeal allowing liquor sales in 18 states with ceremonies marking the end of national prohibition. Other states move to enact laws, while many parts of the nation remain dry as final formalities are completed.

Repeal Will Bring Freedom To Many

Warshington December 5 Indications tonight were that hundreds of men who were convicted in federal courts for hasver law vio lally would be freed soon though department of justice officials emphasized that no blanket policy had been adopted It was also that the disposition of pending cases involving violations of the Volatead act was undetermined but it was again indicated many of these actions would be nolle pressed

Warshington Department of Justice

Court and State Board in Squabble Over License Case

A dispute between the Court and State Board over liquor licenses centers near Maile Tee. Several parties faced appeals as the board’s revocation actions and contempt proceedings unfold. The judge warned of consequences for nonappearance and questioned the administration of beer licenses under state law. Continued on Page 2.

State Board Maile Tee. G Inet Fens Malication Graat Falls John Shubat Jucy Mite- Heh Ta Hulladay Ona

Scottsboro Case Jury Locked Up For Night

Necator Alabama December 5 The Scottsboro case jury could not reach a verdict after twelve hours of deliberation in the Norris retrial. The jurors were ordered to resume work at 8:10 a m today. The trial of five other defendants in the attack cage was postponed pending supreme court decisions on Haywood Patterson's conviction.

Necator Ala Clarence Norris Scottaboro Nero Comore Row Supreme Court Haywood Patterson

Routine of New Moist Era Seals Government Actions

Washington dispatch reports chaotic government turmoil as agencies push through technicalities to regulate water, nutrition, and prohibition. Central administration extends control over commercial branches, merging alcohol enforcement with treasury and widening scope of permits for importers. Attorney General denies name change for prohibition bureau, while treaties with distant nations shape maritime regulation.

Washington Treasury Justics Weohal Central Administration

Curious Customs booklet promotes origins of daily rituals

The notice advertises Curious Customs, a short booklet by the Malena Independent Information Bureau. It promises fascinating explanations for wedding rings, mourning attire, sneezes, and other practices, claiming origins and meanings. Readers urged to send six cents for a Washington DC publication, directed by Fredovte J. Harkin.

Anca Malena Independent Information Bureau Fredovte J. Harkin Washington, B.C

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