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Helena Independent

Location

Helena, Montana, United States of America

Date

Feb 01, 1939

Page

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Nazi Papers Urge Colonies as Hitler Demands Action

Berlin reports show Nazi press urging German colonies after Chancellor Hitler studied a minister’s plea for deeds not words in peace. Reichstag speech cited, with Stürmer Zeitung declaring demands long overdue and must be answered by concrete steps rather than talk.

Berlin Navi Press Hitler Chamt Berlais Tuehrers Reichstag Stoersen Zeitung Sandy Savitty Ohana Eloni Pypeseine Eloni Pypeseine Pert

Montana House Defers Wage and Hour Bill Move

Montana's House voted 59 to 1 to indefinitely postpone consideration of H B 28 a blanket minimum wage and hour act. Rep Melvin Homess of Yellowpine County led the motion to halt the bill amid debate and opposition warnings about overtime and wage regulations.

Montana House of Representatives Melvin Homess Yellowsine County Lindhe Dee Dee Hoef

Prisoner Hero Roughs Through Wreck Near Livingston

An incident near Livingston left several injured when a vehicle crash occurred on a county road. A prisoner assisted at the scene and helped pull victims from wreckage before deputies arrived and transported a victim to a hospital for treatment.

Peter West Anneinding Bos Madeation G C Lavely JC Livingston Peterson

Grand jury to probe conduct on Manton bench

A grand jury will investigate conduct on the Manton bench. The inquiry follows allegations aired by officials and the attorney general indicating potential misconduct and prompting a resignation discussion. The matter centers on the judiciary and ongoing efforts to preserve integrity.

Grand Jury Manton QN Marto Vane Verge Joverape Glenarm Konte Judiciay Dewes Agiinat Manton Nuon Eloard Murphy Matton Develved Agsitancey Department of Juried Noonan Sai

Testimony From Dead Witness Read In Hines Racketeering Trial

The jury heard the testimony of a dead witness in the Hines racketeering case as prosecutors recited Weinberg's statements. The defense argued Weinberg’s testimony was unreliable due to cross examination limits and illness, while prosecutors contended his words supported charges of intimidation and conspiracy.

Hines New York Janat Dioneder George Wein MIM James J Hines Weinberg Hermanetarthy Ulner Dewey Mary Tola Ninaelf Charles Nott Ivrora Caine Weinberg Damian Erxon Lloyd Paul Stryker Woernberg Stryker Welberg Berausa Weinbarg Berore

New Senate Bill Would Increase Judges' Salaries

Senate considers boosting district court judges salaries to 56000 yearly and extending term length from four to six years. The bill, sponsored by Sen. Tom Thirke of Yellowstone, would send the constitutional amendment to voters and outlines higher pay for Supreme Court justices and reporting allowances.

Senate Tom Thirke Yellowstone Weston Supreme Court Hill Supreme Cowl WSC

Jackie Coogan to Settle Film Earnings Dispute

Attorney for Jackie Coogan reports talks with the Bernatines over a settlement of Coogan's film earnings are moving toward an out of court agreement. The case stems from claims of a trust fund for minors and references his late father Jack Br. Whe.

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Thirteen and Half Pound Son Born to Former G.F. Couple

A former Great Falls Montana couple welcomed a son weighing thirteen and a half pounds. Daniel Franklin Guiger, 27, and Gudger, 69, reported the birth and named the child Vanil Franklin Jr. Gudger expressed pride in continuing his family line. The family recently moved via trailer to Oakland Call Inc, and Gudger’s wives history and recent divorce are noted.

G.F Oakland Call, Inc Nouads Daniel Franklin Guiger Great Fall Mont Storkman Gudger Namad Vaniil Franklin, Jr Gudger Gudgera Ardith

Roosevelt asserts US sales of planes to France

President Roosevelt told the Senate Military Affairs Committee secrecy was sworn, then stated America was selling military airplanes to France as part of foreign policy. He said no secrecy nor harm to national security, and the program aimed to curb unemployment and aid mass production in preparation for rearmament. The committee had been probing some 160 million dollars of private aircraft deals.

Washington Roosevelt Senate Military Affairs Committee America France Kiange Ihak

Tremors and volcanic activity terrify Chile survivors

Reports from Sanliaga Chile describe fresh earthquakes and unusual volcanic activity after last weeks quake that may have killed thousands. A moderate quake near La Seca 60 miles north caused fear, with no casualties but widespread anxiety amid new tremors and alerts of Antuco volcano reviving after two centuries.

Sanliaga Chile Jan FL Py Barth Shy Tho Teartty Cap Rietons Doday Hesttate Andes EL Salto Observators E ‘Bo1son Cullen Blahio Antuco Alucoe Crater Coucopsigon

East Storm Brings Heavy Drifts and New Winds Inland

A northeastern storm moves in from the west as communities begin digging out from tremendous drifts. The outlook includes continued wind and snow as crews clear main roads and assess damage while schools and travel adjust to worsening conditions. Strong winds shift toward the coast with lingering cold and gusts throughout the day.

Lettered In Snow Picked Up By Airplane

A cryptic fragment suggests a scene involving a person named Alyn or a NOM figure picked up by an airplane. The text is heavily garbled with stray letters and incomplete phrases, offering little verifiable detail beyond the implied aerial rescue or retrieval setting.

Burns Is Fined and Given Suspended Term in Smuggling Case

New York court records reveal Burns fined 8000 and given no suspended sentence after pleading guilty to a jewelry smuggling indictment. The government valued the jewels at 5885 dollars. Co-defendant Jack Benny denied charges and faces a February 14 trial. Greenwald reports detail probation terms and prior penalties linked to customs violations.

Burns New York Prion George Burns Pel Toviny Ascarant Patton Mudge Willian Barney Plow Durna Radio Fms Jack Benny Diottar Trim Norma Han Geacie Aten Barna

Fascists Expect Fighting Speech From Mussolini

A garbled OCR fragment references Mussolini and fascist rhetoric, suggesting an anticipated fighting speech. The text lists scattered place names and disjointed phrases, with no clear event date or coherent reporting beyond the Mussolini mention.

Mussolini

Coyotes Eat Buck Carcass Spat On Foe’s Horns

In snowy Rock country a buck dies after a clash with a living foe. Coyotes feed on the carcass, tearing away the head and neck while the foe remains entangled. A field note suggests the buck might have survived if not for the coyote predation.

Dart Rock Gregan Ranacth Pauling

Plan for Revision of Labor Act Draws Fire

A fragmented report outlines resistance to revisions of a labor act. Officials discuss hearings, political tensions, and potential changes while stakeholders from various groups resist proposals and seek legislative direction.

Foolish Roosters Pick Poor Spot for Roosting

Fragmentary OCR notes describe a poultry scene with roosters at a derailed or unsuitable roosting area. Names and places are garbled, leaving unclear participants or event details. The readable fragments imply a minor local occurrence or anecdote about roosters and a car or person named Garcia.

Chamberlain calls for concrete peace proof before final settlement

London, Jan. 8. Prime Minister Neville Chamberlain demanded that European dictators show concrete evidence of their desire for peace before entering the final settlement of the European situation. He urged disarmament or armament limits as proof of peaceful intent and said Britain stands ready to contribute to a general solution. Chamberlain noted the peace talk from Hitler and Mussolini, stressing actions over words and warning that progress requires verifiable commitments. continued discussion expected.

London Nevilla Chamberlain Europe Neas Chamberlain Britain Case of Commons Hitler Fuebre Mussolini

British Minister Nearly Attacked By Fascist Group

London January 31. King Kingsley Wood narrowly escaped a mob during a London hall meeting that dissolved into rioting as fascists attacked the Conservative event. Police intervened as blows and shouts erupted, with banners, fireworks, and angry crowd actions reported amid the tumult.

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France Masses Troops to Block Loyalist Border Crossing

Perpignan France Jan 3 The French government battles to halt Spanish Loyalist forces near the Pyrenees as reinforcements move to boundary posts. Interior Minister Albert Sarre and authorities coordinate defense while refugees seek entry into France and border towns tighten patrols. The front lines near Vich and Viejo key highway centers threaten control points as weather slows advance.

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