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Newspaper
Helena Independent
Location
Helena, Montana, United States of America
Date
Feb 03, 1940
Page
1
Disjointed reports describe parliamentary criticism of government policies in China and calls to withdraw troops for a negotiated peace. Veteran parliament member Takap pressured ministers to capitulate to a broader "new order in east," triggering political turmoil as army leaders debated the protest and censored remarks.
Montana Power reveals preliminary plans for a 100,000-volt line from Loviton to Lavina, 44 miles, at an estimated cost of 200000 dollars. The project aims to feed a 600,000-volt system by 1941 and extend service from Lavina to Billings, with existing three lines serving nearby towns.
Washington February 2. Fel gravin and Expenditures in tana during the fiansl year ending June 30 totaled 44 thousand dollars. Representative Williams informed the house that the wiment's internal revenue col pia from the state during the period amounted to 5 600.
Helsinki reports a dramatic Red Army assault on the Mannerheim line with parachute troops, steel-roofed sledges, and smoke screens. Despite tanks massing toward Vilpuri, the Finns repel airborne troops, many captured or killed after landing.
The French blockade ministry affirmed Britain’s claim that Allied searches of United States and other neutral parcels are lawful. It said about $8,000,000 in contraband goods had been seized over three months, including $60,000 in American funds and a similar amount in British currency destined for Germany, highlighting differences with German methods.
The navy disclosed an official investigation into recent crashes and damages to planes of the aircraft carrier Ranger. Ensign Malcolm Charles Kirby, 26, was killed January 16 when his plane struck the water. Officials say the inquiry will determine if the incidents are connected or accidental.
Professor W F Brewer of Montana State College returned to Montana to organize a statewide initiative drive to place a 960000 bond on the November ballot for four new buildings at Bozeman. The plan seeks 29000 signatures from about 8 percent of voters across 23 counties to fund a chemistry lab mathematics physics building library and a men’s dormitory. The college library now serves 126 of 1769 students and a dormitory is absent.
Washington Feb 2 The social security board endorsed unemployment insurance payments urged by labor leaders. It urged states with tax receipts exceeding expenditures to consider raising payment amounts and extending durations. Payments vary by state, from 12 to 26 weeks, with most covering 12 to 18 weeks for many workers. The board cautioned no tax exceeding 2.7 percent of payroll should be considered and noted deficiencies in the overall social security program.
Hyde Park Feb 2 President Roosevelt aligned with the house farm bloc to restore part of a 154 million cut from the agriculture appropriation bill. He called the 20 percent reduction the biggest yet and said the 200 million figure was not enough to carry out the program. The president read budget excerpts and warned against further cuts, signaling continued debate on farm spending.
Binyngs Feb 2 reports data on reclamation and water use in upper Missouri drainage basins. National Resources Planning Board subcommittee members and 35 officials from federal agencies and state water authorities discuss development, tentative estimates, and future investigations for upper and middle Missouri projects.
A brief item notes Garner challenging the New Deal in Georgia primaries. The piece mentions state livestock health notes studied by a board and references red water disease in cattle as part of Montana veterinary reporting. It cites Dr. Wilkins and laboratory confirmation, with continuation on page 2.
Washington report that a bill proposes to return 45 percent of park and other revenues collected by the federal government from parks to the states where they are located. The measure would require states to distribute funds to the counties directly involved, mirroring a similar arrangement now in place for federal forest reserves.
Querryville Pennsylvania reports Groundhog Day forecasts with mixed signs of winter. Weather observers note potential continuation of cold snaps in weeks ahead while other regions show light shadows or none.
A burst of activity surrounds Georgia ahead of primaries as Vice President contenders and supporters push for an early vote. Senators Garner and Donahey indicate interests in the Georgia contest while party leaders weigh unpledged delegations and timing. A group led by Edgar A Dunlap presses for a primary to let voters decide.
Fredericksburg area farm once owned by George Washington to be sold at public auction Saturday under Stafford circuit court decree. The three commissioners will conduct the sale on the 65 acre parcel across the Rappahannock River from Fredericksburg. The property includes the small frame building that served as Washingtons life purveyor’s office and the site where he reportedly performed the cherry tree tale.
Tallinn February 2. Russians fired abelia and machine guns at an Estonian plane over the city. Some debris fell into the street without exploding, injuring a woman and causing minor arm damage. The aircraft landed undamaged.
Washington February 2 Despite President Roosevelt's policy, the House passed an Agriculture department appropriation bill totaling 722 million with 66 million less than requested. It funds crop control and farm programs for 1941, including 560 million in farm relief for cooperative efforts. No final passage date set as legal challenges and last minute changes occurred.
Former President Herbert Hoover warned at a speech to the Overseas Press Club that a prolonged war would force the United States to confront famine and pestilence across Europe. He argued American food and relief could prevent catastrophe, urging continued aid even as Europe seeks peace, and cautioned against allowing nations to suffer while others profit from upheaval.
An amateur radio operator reports an hour long conversation with Byrd Antarctic expedition members aboard the expedition vessel. The chatter touched on weather conditions and temperature readings as the operator relayed questions during the contact.
A quirky note from an Independent bridge expert Willam KE McKenna announces a weekly feature on bridge and solitaire. Sid players are reminded to practice, with new weekly tips every Saturday on the page.
Kalispell man Io new president of Montana County Assessors group was elected at the association meeting ending yesterday. J Coyle of Lewistown was chosen as vice president and Lutey of Airens was named secretary treasurer as the two day discussion on assessment problems wrapped up. Livestock and automobile schedules dominated morning talks with state board involvement and February timing for restock schedule planning.
Japanese aerial attacks on February 7 targeted the French operated Hanai Kunming railway in Chinese territory, involving bombing and rescue raids that wounded or killed up to 100 people aboard a northbound passenger train near the railway. The strikes provoked sharp protests from the French government and disrupted regional transport.
Foreign ministers from Yugoslavia Greece and Turkey reportedly refuse Romania requests for aid against Germany or Russia remaining to maintain existing economic ties with belligerents. Four nations seek to keep prewar relations while avoiding a collapse between Germany Russia and France Britain. Romanian pressure mounts to halt plans affecting its industry and agricultural sectors under German influence.
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