21 Dec 1935
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Newspaper
Helena Independent
Location
Helena, Montana, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1935
Page
1
LA dispatch reports inquiry into the mysterious death of Thelma Tid turning toward a possible murder motive. The article cites statements from legal counsel and mentions three women as possible connections while detailing local sightings and alibis as investigators pursue leads.
A Hennepin County grand jury indicted Daniel Blumenfeld on a charge of first degree murder in the slaying of Walter Liggete, a leading weekly newspaper publisher and editor. An additional defendant remains unidentified by investigators.
AP reports on four major international issues including a maritime disruption in Lipaiery with naval defunds cited, a high level conference shaping policy, and a U.S. Supreme Court contemplation impacting a Coney case. The tone mirrors cautious, dated wire service language.
Nationwide blizzard and freezing temperatures caused dozens of traffic deaths and heavy demand on charities. Western Maryland and northern West Virginia saw three foot snow depths. Midwest and Plains endured record lows while California and Texas faced frigid conditions. Officials reported power lines down and widespread travel disruption across the nation.
Washington dispatch reports the WPA work relief program is only a few thousand short of its stated goal of employing workers. Secretary Perkins notes declines in private employment and patrols, while urging Congress to provide added funds to sustain public works projects and finish the program.
In a tense shift, Britain urged a united front among France Turkey Greece and Yugoslavia to deter Italy after recent Ethiopian fighting. Dispatches say Euro observers warned of a broader war as Fascist forces press offensives and Rome claims tactical gains two miles south of Melhale, signaling deepening conflict.
Three, employees of the railroad, were killed in a freight train collision near Auburn Washington last night. The deceased are Charles Arsan 62 fireman of Centralia Walter Bovee 92 switchman of Tacoma and Richard Galbort 69 brakeman of Tacoma. They died in a hospital today.
News reports warn of a very heavy Christmas travel period as transport lines, steamship panels, and bus companies rush to meet demand. Officials anticipate a 10 to 45 percent increase over last year and mobilize resources for peak holiday travel through the coming weekend. Samuel Grenet, president of Fort Point Brewing, dies.
Federal agents barred the hospital doors as two men identifying as New York detectives pursued Milne kidnapping leads. Officers guarded the facility where Caleb Milne, found along a highway, has been under care since Wednesday night. Investigators, led by Walter Nathan, questioned Milne about his tale of four men luring him from his New York apartment and abandoning him on the road.
Kermit Roosevelt, 12, 20 year old grandson of former President Theodore Roosevelt, and William Burnham, a Haz ard College classmate, were injured when their car skidded into a tree near Boston. Both sustained slight concussions as the vehicle was demolished. Roosevelt later told reporters he did not deserve much publicity for the incident.
Senator Theta Schall remains in a coma after injuries from an automobile accident in Washington Tar 20. State and national authorities report the incident occurred in early hours, with doctors at Washington hospital saying no change in condition.
Sestwood Hstal Dee 2 Owlme to the Chrice Mas Tush On pastorfice department has let an entie week slip by without wurning loose any special stamp commemorating somebods or something That means a doubler header next week if youre gor ip for new United States wiues yoord bettie figure on an addon toe the Nitty Name west You wont be able to get you cal lecv on in can albany youll need a howling alles Because when we ran out of people or places or events to name stamps for Big Chief Farley can draw on the alphabet and still be in the fashion My guess is the NRA memorial stamp will be printed in black and feature a picture of General Hugh Johnson standing on his het.
In Shelby today two bandits opened fire on officers after a halt command. Sheriff Edward Ten Braceh and Chief Alsop died from gunshot wounds. Deputy Turner wounded. The slain bandit Alton Hanson identified by fingerprint. partner remains at large as posses sweep the area.
Governor Elmer Holt, Montana's new executive, outlined his guiding poles to lead state affairs. He pledges equal fairness to all citizens, continuing Cooney's water and land conservation, highway growth, and an economy that eases tax burdens while seeking harmony between state and federal agencies to maximize Montana benefits. Continued on Page 7.
Newly elected Montana governor aims to foster cooperative relations within the state and with federal agencies. He emphasizes harmony on the Miles City ranch origin and the broader goal of unified governance across departments and levels of government.
Washington December 20 P Das and aehall holidaye wath pay at Christmas at New dears were ordered by Harry L. Wopkins todat for all those on work relief obs President Roosevelt has granted similar holidays for all eth er iedeal employes.
San Francisco witnesses recount Olga Steck death by her own action, with testimony from ex-husband Thomas Watkins and others. The case details threats of killing, financial requests for a trip to New York, and a dramatic leap from a hotel window after a night at the club.
The international naval conference quits work for a two week holiday. The group plans to reconvene January 6 to discuss replacing the Washington and London pace expiring next year with a new treaty.
A sharp GOP split surfaced as Senator Borah of Idaho pledged to cooperate toward a progressive or liberal Republican presidential nominee. His 189 word statement stressed a liberal platform while groups in Wisconsin Massachusetts New York planned to field candidates for Cleveland delegates. Supporters and independents aligned with Roosevelt expected the move, aiming to shape the party toward a more progressive slate.
In Holbrook New York on December 20, a driverless school bus collided with a Long Island Rail Road train at an crossing without gates, killing three Saguille High School students aged 16 and 15, while injuring others. The bus driver August Belashi faced murder charges after a coroner’s initial probe.
River Duncan, a Los Angeles evangelist known for a radio role as the Good Samaritan of the War, surrendered to U.S. Marshals to face indictment charging income tax evasion and failure to file.
A nitrate cargo ship exploded in a Brazilian port, killing at least several crew members and injuring others. About 30 crew were aboard when the blast occurred, and many escaped with their lives. The explosion sent debris through the air, igniting fires on nearby warehouses, later quelled by responders. The Britt Marte had just delivered Chilean nitrate cargo.
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