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Newspaper
Helena Independent
Location
Helena, Montana, United States of America
Date
Feb 08, 1939
Page
1
The report from the U S weather bureau indicates minimal temperature change ahead with some relief possible today. Federal meteorologist W E Maughan cautioned that any rise would be slight and unlikely before tomorrow, as cloudiness increases and readings show only modest shifts amid ongoing cold conditions.
Upper group pushes flood of fresh bills in Montana legislature as 41 bills introduced and 26 submitted on committees. Welfare appropriation for 75,000 rushed through, employment proposals debated, and an amendment restricting extra positions struck. House and Senate sped through sessions amid speeded readings and committee action.
A 26 year old Marine officer identified as Clifton G. Kinhaly shot himself in a downtown Lae theater during a screening of Wings. A note found on him said he planned to rob a bank with children earlier and that he felt his plan had failed, prompting his suicide.
Rome reports show Italy seeking a hand in Spain's political scene amid Franco's rise and wartime shifts. Foreign Minister Ciano hedges on government stance while British aid debates surface. Rome notes limited Italian troop mentions and ongoing press regulation influence discussions.
London, Feb 7. Prime Minister Chamberlain urged a policy of personal appeasement toward Arabs and Jews to ease Palestine talks. Arabs pressed for separate talks, while Jews backed the approach. Chamberlain hailed Jewish discipline in Palestine and pledged full frank discussion to safeguard rights and positions of both communities under the League mandate. Rabbi Stephen Wise of New York and other Jewish leaders welcomed the speech.
Mastington Fel reports Roosevelt Sharp attacks Senate behavior over constitutional process and veto power in federal appointments. He defends President Roosevelt against claims of political patronage abuse amid ongoing controversy. Page 209 continuation noted.
New York February 7 1948 preliminary GM profit figures show a rising earning power in the final months of the off year. Net earnings equivalent to 2.12 a share on about 43 million shares versus 4.3% in 1947, with dividends planned at 76 cents a share for the first quarter. No fourth quarter breakdown provided. prior nine month results imply a final quarter profit of 1.43 a share.
A bill to create a state board of food distributors and another to tighten fair trade practices passed the Montana house committee of the whole. A highway speed limit bill, recommended for non passage, was saved for general orders. The food board bill, H. W. 164 by Rep Grant Hammond, would regulate distributors hotels restaurants and other food traders to protect consumers and ensure fair prices. Merchants generally favored the measure while opposition claimed it gave the board excessive control. The measure aims to prevent price manipulation and hoarding, though some called it too stringent. (Continued on Page 2.)
In a chaotic scene at a hospital, Prespiring Papa undergoes a startling medical moment while awaiting the birth of twins. Kanwae and Mia McDonnell recount the tension as doctors confirm the twins may be delayed and the family faces stress about the expected due date.
Washington, Feb 7. President Roosevelt urged immediate action to boost WPA relief by 250 million dollars, warning millions dependent on federal aid may be stranded by summer. He noted Congress already trimmed estimates and pressed key lawmakers to move promptly. Senate and House leaders signaled careful study of any bill, but no pledge to act by a fixed date.
In Lowtevilin Kentucky agents rush vaccines for 250 000 people as Ohio River rise threatens mountain regions. Red Cross committees stand by along the river while health authorities coordinate relief and medical supplies amid fears of heavy deaths. Estimates suggest 10 000 affected and relief funds requested for Kentucky and West Virginia.
A seven year old Staten Island girl collapsed at school from acute alcoholism and suffered injuries including a fracture. Police report her father, described as a coat and tie dealer, forced her to drink a mixture at breakfast as punishment. The case was referred to the children’s court after the hospital admission.
Perpignan reports say Spanish government, led by Generalissima Frasco, will continue the civil war despite calls for unconditional surrender. Prime Minister Alvarez del Varo met Cortes officials before crossing the border to confer with Negrin. Insurgent leaders remain adamant, rejecting the government's terms amid ongoing Francoist resistance and foreign influence concerns.
The Enrique Volater brigade, a mainstay of the Spanish government forces in Catalonia, crossed the frontier into France after midnight near Le Perthus. Despite torn uniforms, the unit appeared well armed and disciplined, with Lieut. Col. Lintor Bimachi predicting bold moves toward Tenela and Madrid as they join the front.
President Roosevelt disclosed that the United States allowed Great Britain to acquire an outdated U.S. antiaircraft directing device but denied that any foreign government had been supplied with secret apparatus to detect distant hostile planes. He criticized editors and questioned leaks at Capitol, defending the emergency defense program though noting divisions among officials. The briefing touched on aviation expansion and the broader wartime arms buildup.
A garbled report describes a controversial proposal related to Jewg 5 and a Jewish question framed by officials and factions. It references Europe, protective measures, and alleged plans affecting Jewish communities abroad, including debates over methods and recipients, with continued coverage noted.
The article describes newborn quadruplets in Texas starting life with a tiny nest egg of about $47.50. It notes minimal funds, uncertain early support, and mentions basic care conditions while the quads are not weighed at birth.
Pope Pius XI is reported bedridden with influenza and has cancelled audiences to conserve strength for upcoming synod activities and the tenth anniversary of a fascist regime accord. The Vatican notes precautionary measures as the pontiff rests and preparations continue for his public engagements at St. Peter's.
Secretary Morgenthau said American silver purchases have boosted export power for several nations and helped stabilize markets. He testified before a special committee chaired by Senator Pittman on the silver purchase act as the Treasury pressed to curb domestic and world supply while denying knowledge of Mexican silver entering the U S. He noted China Mexico Canada Peru Chile and the Philippine Islands benefited as the inquiry into silver operations broadens. He also described aiding monetary reforms in China disrupted by Japan's invasion and rejected charges that Japanese speculators profit from silver movements.
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