23 Dec 1933
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Newspaper
Helena Independent
Location
Helena, Montana, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1933
Page
1
Missoula reports widespread flooding as swollen streams cut roads and forced residents from homes in western Montana. The article details water levels reaching feet in towns along rivers, inundated highways, and closures of bridges and rail services.
World markets react to new airlift program as Wall Street fuels volatility. President Tonsevelt seeks broader global talks amid inflation fears. Tax on gasoline eyed at two dollars per gallon as Congress debates action. Court probes collusion in receivership cases tied to 1929 crash era. Tokyo reports imperial family hardening stance as Japan faces economic strains. Geneva conference records Wrigley era tensions and defense allocations.
The Senate passed a measure authorizing registered druggists to retail liquor under state supervision. The bill, approved 27 to 0 with 10 not voting, would allow licensed pharmacists to sell liquor for a $400 annual fee and maintain a $1 per gallon catalog. Governor’s supporters framed it as aiding distant communities, while opponents questioned state control.
The Montana House faced a fierce exchange over a cigarette tax as clock time was paused to finish business. Protests and procedural maneuvers followed, with leaders denying objections while proceedings drifted into late night. a reconsideration motion surfaced, but the measure remained unresolved as the page ended with a note of continuation.
A fierce wind driven rainstorm battered Oregon Washington and Idaho last night. Eleven known dead and thousands forced from homes with property damage likely in the millions. In Granger Washington the Yakima River flooded trapping shoppers at a grocery run. Joe Wojectechowski and wife perished. Portland CWA worker KL Mond linked to Bull Run hydro project warned of dangers from electrified barbed wire after a power line snap.
Portland Oregon November 22 news item reports the governors of Oregon Washington Montana and Idaho completed appointing members to the paving board for the area. Named planners include Charles MM Thomas MAitles Commissioner El Banker Washington’s chair and Tom James Montana among others with regional adviser Marshill N.dane overseeing the process.
Montana county supervisors listed for the 25 states to be counted. names include John Vickers, Mhutte, Ty, A. Stranberg, Great Wally, Cromwell, Glasgow, A. R. Slokler, and Billings. Washington dispatch notes placeholders for six states yet unnamed.
Senate bank inquiry traces collapse to dividend policy and misaligned earnings by the Guardian Trust holding group. Alfred Leyburn’s letter questions leadership and profits as motives for dividends, while testimony emphasizes public confidence and banking stability.
Chicago Dec 22 Federal Judge Evan denied collusion in the Insull receivership involving 218000000 Calis Investments. He absolved Calvin Fontrone and the former receivers and two law firms, saying they were remunerated and no further work should be assigned. The court pressed to cease the practice of the receiver picking own counsel.
Announcement reports the birth of an imperial prince at the palace in Tokyo. Emperor Tiirohite and Nagako are named as parents, with public broadcasts and nationwide celebrations noted as the event signals succession and future leadership of the empire.
Federal and state authorities acknowledged the general truckers strike in Philadelphia within a day of the order ending by sympathy for union taxi drivers. President Roosevelt said the attorney general and labor department would work with local officials to restore peace and negotiate a settlement.
In Paris talks, French and British foreign ministers resist Mussolini’s calls for League changes. France signals support for part of the proposed program as Parliament votes 569 to 0 in France’s chamber to authorize 000,000,000 francs for fortifications and armament modernization.
The Associated Press reports President Roosevelt’s action to stabilize silver prices sparked a market rise and western mining camp celebrations. Inflation advocates in Congress remained hopeful but less confident, while traders noted mixed reactions and profit-taking. Prices for wheat and silver rose, the dollar weakened against sterling and francs, and sentiment varied by region and broker.
New York Der was silver las speculation as President Tomevel plans rehabilitation of the white way. Upsurge in metal shares and rising prices fueled trading on the New York Stock Exchange. Salger futures rose but closed below opening. Wheat in Chicago climbed about four cents per bushel. Cotton in New York gained 95 cents per bale. Officials reported heavy orders for newly mined silver at price about 60 percent above recent markets, drawing attention to metal fortunes.
Rumors say Martin Conboy newly named US attorney for New York is set to succeed Somer 8 as attorney general in the president's cabinet. Cummings, previously governor of the Millipe pines, would move to the island post. Washington reports Cowboy will soon join the cabinet while Cummings shifts to the island duties.
The text fragments reference Beverly Hills California and a coded sale of contraband goods in a hotel dining room with gin vermouth and bitters. It mentions The Morning Times and a supposed spy capture in France. The writer hints at personal knowledge about an individual and a closing sign off.
Montana’s four state liquor stores opened under the state control plan and posted brisk sales on their first day. About one fourth of stock sold, with no major issues as crowds formed in Great Falls Missoula Butte and Helena. The state board reported the event as the initial sale day after 14 years of preparation.
Odell rancher 47, Nond River Ora Dee 22 Py St S Caughey, injured. He was near death from injuries after a maddened bull charged. Mrs Caughey suffered minor injuries while attempting to save her husband with a pitchfork.
Denver reports the U S mint will begin purchasing newly mined domestic silver at 64.3 cents per ounce after Christmastide. Supt Mark A Skinner expects to have blanks ready for miners to certify silver as newly mined by next Tuesday. Regulations will align with Pittman act practices from 1917. In Uniontown, two out of season deer may be shot on the Seaton estate for a holiday dinner for poor children per Judge Dawson.
Washington reports that Roosevelt’s silver stabilization move has dampened calls for inflationary legislation as Congress nears. The president expressed hope that other currencies, possibly gold, could be stabilized similarly, though timing remained unclear. The move energized political talk and raised questions about broader monetary reform.
Washington reports a $20 million plan by the Federal Emergency Relief Administration to buy fresh beef for relief rather than canned meat. Funds will help cattle producers by direct beef warehousing and assured prices, with governors urged to provide data on feasibility.
Washington officials disclosed a vigorous campaign to collect duck taxey they believe already bearing fruit in leases dividends to the government. The department’s statement explained recent disclosures of an investigation into Senator Huey Long’s income taxes and that Charles W. Mitchell, New York banker, was given days to meet differency assessments or appeal.
Washington, Tec, 22. Jesse Jones, chairman of the Reconstruction corporation, told the Senate banking committees that about 7,700 state banks seek to come under the deposit insurance law on January 1. He said about 600 banks would need government help to qualify, estimating a total of 86 million dollars required to stabilize all the state institutions. The committees urged him to proceed with action on those considered reasonably safe. The temporary deposit insurance provision takes effect at year’s start, 16 days away, and this is the first disclosure of how many qualifying state banks exist.
The Holona Independent readers are invited to obtain a special booklet on mixed drinks with old recipes and new concoctions. It covers wine pairings with courses, proper glassware, and cooking with wines and liquors. Proof sheets for holiday use are sent for 10 cents in cash.
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