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Newspaper

Helena Independent

Location

Helena, Montana, United States of America

Date

Jan 11, 1935

Page

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Kidnapping Trial Ingrained In Routinely Burdened Case

The Hauptmann ransom trial unfolds with Dr. John F. Condon known as Jafsie standing by the accusation against Bruno Richard Hauptmann as the ransom collector. Col Henry Breckinridge and Mrs Myra Wacker support Condon's testimony, while the state seeks handwriting links to the notes and Condon denies using the word gang. The defense weakens attempts to connect Isadore Fisch to the ransom scheme.

Associated Presn John F. Condon Jafsie Bruno Richard Hauptmann Henry Breckinridge Lindy Myra Wacker Jassie Breckinridge Condon Hauptmann

Lindbergh Kidnapping Trial Reported Dates and Figures

Job Y. Etires describes the ongoing Lindbergh case with prosecutors aiming to cement charges against key suspects. The report notes a former school teacher’s $69,000 settlement and a sequence of court actions, with references to a ransom scheme and related witness statements in a continuing story.

Flendnglon Noddan Fate Condon Rising Fle Hagpimann Owday Hiesttte New Taysey Lindbergh KADL Omrponicors Waraliwrdttings Erhoal Tevcher Charles A Llendbergis Tapia

World Ald News In Gist From The Associated Press

A compact roundup of global and national items including Lindbergh related legal notes, Mary Pickford divorce reports, and remarks on gold clause recovery plans. The report mentions Col Henry Breckenridge and Col Lindbergh's lawyer, along with several political and labor updates across the United States and Europe.

The Associated Press

Measure Aims To End State Squabbles In House Debate

In the house a rigid measure HB 7 seeks to halt conflicts between state departments and appointing powers. It would end at the expiration dates of officeholders and prevent new appointments when vacancies do not exist. Proponents, including Representative Helen, say the bill serves the state’s welfare, not politics, and would curb overreach by appointing officials. Continued on Page 2.

Keton W. A. Bottetain Est A. Peterson Vath Minh and Game Department of Agriculture Helen

U S Policy on Silver in China Sparks Debate

An unclear dispatch from Shang Wan reports U S silver buying policy drawing criticism in China. The article notes economic tensions and mentions reactions from the Chinese government and market observers as Washington weighs its stance.

U. S China Shang Wan America Lal

Senate would sustain veto of veteran bonus, poll finds

Washington report notes survey indicates sufficient Senate votes to uphold a presidential veto against a full and immediate veteran bonus payment bill. Administration aides view results as leaning toward no compromise, with leaders and veterans groups weighing two compromise ideas on certificates and cashing with interest.

Senate Washington Bank A Robe Brano Ampertenn Washinrton Ran Meanelee Rom Ersk

Amelia Earhart flight rumor denied by officials

In a night report George Putnam and Major Clark dismissed a San Moga claim that Amelia Earhart would depart at dawn for a mainland flight. They said there was no truth in the Monohly to California tale and Amelia would not leave at daybreak Friday.

Tonalin George Putnam Amelia Barehart Amelia Monohly California Clark San Moga Calif Miss Earhart

New Transportation Body May Oversee I C C Duties

Washington Feb. 10 A new transportation governance agency to replace the Interstate Commerce Commission was authorized today in a draft report by Secretary Roper amid business planning and advisory discussions. The proposal would shift regulatory authority to a new body with broader powers and aims to streamline oversight across rail, motor, and other transport sectors.

Washington Fan Interstate Commerce Commission Ropers Dusiness

Bill on Corporation License Sparks Interstate Trade Debate

A proposed measure by Senator Rovah aims to require federal licenses for all corporations engaged in interstate commerce. The bill, discussed in a recent session, seeks to curb monopolistic practices and regulate corporate activity across state lines.

Wanlinesten Dai Rovah Federay Hernars

Huey Long mocks square dealers in Louisiana revolt

Senator Huey Long, arriving from Washington, ridiculed a planned march by Louisiana opponents in Baton Rouge. He labeled their groups as the New Deal party, Citizens league, and now a Square Deal party, stating they fade after elections. He spoke of his fight against his dictatorship and criticized the opposition’s shifting names.

New York Huey Long Louisiana “Square Baton Rouge Washington New Deal Citizens’ League

Nazi activity feared as Austrian border increased guard

Vienna reports of rising Nazi activity in Austria coincide with word Italian troops concentrate near the Austrian border to quell any putsch after the Saar plebiscite. Police arrest hundreds in Tyrol while Austrian authorities order emergency measures amid pro German sentiment. Italian troops reportedly ready to cross if order breaks.

Saarbrnerken Saar Geneva—League Germany Heriin Apakeamot Vilenna Austria Offfedala Avorrieds Fort Urata Vienna Halian Nazia Kurt Schuschnirg Tyrol Benito Musgolini

Status Quo Adherents Warn Saar Will Defend Itself

The Saar plebiscite era deepens tensions as Max Braun of the status quo front warns that authorities and international forces have failed to protect the region from terrorism and vows defense of the status quo. The vote to rejoin Germany, join France, or stay under the League of Nations looms. Genève reports stir over Germany’s return to the League and a 20 percent wealth drop since 1929 accompanies broader living standard declines.

Saar Max Blaun Status Quo Common Front League of Nations Saar Police International League International Army Germany France An Braun Itnett Common Front Volkatimme New York Van

Senate approves appropriation bill and elk herd season extension

The state senate convenes at 11 this morning with several bills in view. At 11:30 the governor's recess appointments of AY Bruce of Kullepell as commissioner of agriculture and Sam D. Goza of Helena as a state tax commissioner will be considered. The votes passed 54-4 and 55-0. Debate moves swiftly as rules are suspended to rush measures forward. Afternoon sessions open with Finance and Claims chair Wass of Fergus and vice chair Pauline of Flathead announced.

Senate Aeveral Bis Gore AY Bruce Kullepell Sam D. Goza Helena State Tax Commission Finance and Claim Wass Fergus Pauline Flathead Church of

Montana Senate Passes Two House Bills After Session Hurdles

The Montana Senate, after navigating parliamentary delays, sent two bills to the speaker for signature. House Bill 4, from the appropriations committee, would authorize $160,000 for legislature mileage and per diem. Also approved was a bill by the game committee extending the Park County elk herd season.

Senate Montana Senate Twe House Appropriations Committee Lt. B.S Tah and Game Committee Park County

Georgia Troops Invade Tennessee to Seize Night Riders

Georgia soldiers crossed the Tennessee line at Roseville and captured two alleged night riders linked to intimidation of workers at the Richmond hosiery mills. The prisoners were released after Colonel L G Pope ruled the capture unfell. Guardsmen returned to Atlanta with five men held in the campaign, and one woman was released.

Roseville Georgia Tennessee Richmond Jinion L. G. Pope Guardamen Atlanta

Liberal placed upon circuit court bench

San Francisco, Jan. 10. The nomination of William Denman, San Francisco attorney, to the judge of the Ninth United States Circuit Court of Appeals was announced in Washington. He was allied with Senator Hiram Johnson in the reform program of 1910-16 in California and led the successful campaign for nonpartisan judicial elections.

San Francisco William Denman Ninth United States Circuit Court of Appeals Washington Tio Hiram Dahnaon California

Malaria Epidemic Strikes Colombe District in Ceylon

An estimated 4,000 people, mostly children, have died in Colombe district due to a malaria epidemic sweeping Ceylon. About 1,900 fatalities occurred in the past week, with deaths outside hospitals and plantations not counted.

Colombe Ceylon

Girl in Mann Act Charges Will Not Accuse Art Pratt

In San Francisco on October 10 a waitress refused to testify against Art Pratt in a Mann Act case. The witness, Neola Thogil, stated she would not answer the prosecutions questions. The hearing before United States Commissioner I. Willams adjourned after Pratt’s defense argued for a continuance.

Art Pratt Pratt San Francisco Yellowstone Mont United Starter Fratt Veto Chivaroa Nelson Cape Ture Trntt Atatnala Compantasoner Wilinns

Europe watches Saar plebiscite and peace hopes rise

Europe awaits the Saar basin plebiscite with leaders predicting a German reunion vote could lay the foundation for peace. Nazi threats, league army parades, and Britain inviting Germany to Geneva frame a tense preface to the vote while Berlin declines involvement. In Omaha, Dr. Frederick Beck is robbed of a $2,000 diamond ring after an emergency call lured him to a south address by masked bandits.

Geneva Germany League of Nations League Council Saar Great Britain Reichk Berlin Buntlay Saarbrucken League International Army League Governing Commission Tonedon Frrom Omaha

BE CLOSED By Leaders Washington January 10

President Roosevelt and Democratic leaders met at the White House to curb a revolt in Congress over a 4 billion dollar relief fund. The plan aims to withhold most of the money from earmarked projects, granting the chief executive discretion to distribute funds for work relief. Leaders declined to reveal full bill specifics.

Washington Congress Roosevelt White House Executive Department Prsident Garner Burns

Rail labor opens drive for six hour day plan

Chicago Jan 10 The Associated Press reports rail labor opens a campaign for a six hour day with no pay cut. A plank supporting the plan tops a platform of the American Railroad Labor Executives Association committee. About 3,500 reps from every近 union and 21 brotherhoods meet to back the six hour day with weekly averages and no loss of current compensation. Additional proposals include federal full crew rules, a 12 hour maximum service period, and shortened train lengths.

Foy Associated Press Chicago American Railroad Labor Executives Association United States

April Like Thaws Threaten Floods Across East Coast

A January-like warm spell brings flood danger to the eastern states. Susquehanna River rises sharply near Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, Connecticut River at its winter peak since 1926, and Hudson area flood risks noted. Coastal fog limits flight operations in Chicago and Kansas City areas as western weather clears.

Gates North Atlantic Seaboard Rouadi New York City Susquehanna Wikesbarre Pennsylvania Connecticut New York Chicago Kansas City Pacific Coast

Unclear fragment speech on debt and politics in Weverly Hills

In Weverly Hills California a fragmentary dialogue questions relief and debt. It claims per capita debt could reach 270 by year end and contrasts American prosperity with England. The text exhibits garbled quotes and unclear speakers.

Weverly Hills Calif Dan England

Case Against Young Roosevelt to Lapse

Philadelphia Jan 20 Magistrate Howard Harrison at Radnor dropped charges against Franklin D Roosevelt Jr arising from an early New Year’s Day automobile collision. Edward Newman of Radnor, slightly injured, reached agreement with Roosevelt’s insurer to cover car damages and personal injuries and decided not to press the charge.

Philadelphia Howard Harrison Radnor Franklin D. Roosevelt, Jr Edward Newman Ineuurance Company Roosevelt

Opposition grows to presidential appointees in Senate

Washington reports rising opposition to confirmations of new presidential appointees. A fight over Eugene C. Sykes of Mississippi for the Federal Communications Commission and scrutiny of all nominees' qualifications and views on consolidating communications were ordered by Senate committees. Hints of resistance to Minor Meeles of Utah and Jamon A. Moffett of New York surfaced, though leaders expected their confirmation as the banking committee prepares to review the appointments next Tuesday.

Washington Senate Foley Fugene C. Sykes Misrisalp Mammapteationa Commission Ribo D. Mian Wheeler Senate Interstate Sommares sMheers Mar- Minor Meeles Utah Federal Noxerva Board Jamon A. Moffett New York Fletcher

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Italy Job Y Etires Timesiic Menington John J. Condon Brute Michare Hauptmann Lindbergh Rannom Henry Breckenridge Col. Lindbergh Toa Angelen Mary Pickford Douglan Fairbanks Chicago—Railroad Nndinin Vate Betty Gow Brana Mauphmenn Hanntmann Thia Easterdean Mixs Tinase HTL Ronsenecht Tharaing Ab Welack Wy Tack Maclean Amy BORAH Louisiana Verona Hy Wade Werner Saarbruecken Samy Basin Jan Joseph FE. Sharkey By William Campbell Liberal Circuit Court Bench Tel Wind 2 Mae Department of Junative Europe Cech. B. Dickson Young Roosevelt Harold Oliver
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