14 Jan 1940
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Newspaper
Helena Independent
Location
Helena, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jan 14, 1940
Page
1
Reuters reports Helsinki endured its first raid of 1940 as warplanes attacked Grankulla and Espoo districts near the U.S. legation. About 500 bombs fell, with casualties including several injured and at least two deaths, amid numbers of planes involved.
Guardians to decide if the Dionne quintuplets will travel to New York for four weeks starting May 11, returning by mid June. The trip would fund the Red Cross with at least $160 and follow last year’s exhibit.
A fragmented item lists odd fears and incongruous threats including georgia students and a western college hero. Mentions of four tenths, akes deunka water wild ants mad dogs stormy weather and high altitudes appear in a nonsensical sequence with no clear narrative or dates.
Denver January 1a FJ The American National Livestock Association announced by resolution that it opposes an extension of the reciprocal trade act which will expire in June The stockmen call for governmental economy and water rights protection Fort Worth chosen as 1941 convention city Elmer Brock of Kayes Wye elected president to succeed Hubbard Rossell of Los Angeles Frank Hales of Tucson first vice president Esra Baer Meeker Jay Taylor Amarillo C J Abbott Hyannis Neb A D Brownfield Florida W H M Donald Melville Mont Must Be Ratified The stockmen would agree to extension only if all new agreements and extensions of existing safeguards are ratified by the Continued on Page 16
In Loutnvtlia Kentucky on January 13 a burglar found no money and stole two pairs of trousers and a 59 cent hatchet. He left a note on the dry cleaner counter reading Take in some money or close up You re as poor as Tam signed The Long Wor.
Completion covers 1934 to 1993 efforts by county commissioners and road crews. Projects include Fort Harrison railroad crossing, Lake Helene road elevation, Spokane Creek route to Mitchell’s gate, Panwell to Canyon Ferry, Hebert road to Alvar, York road, and other grading and graveling near US 10 and US 91. County Surveyor Les Gornold and planner George Middle coauthored the year figures.
Montana Wool Growers Association starts its 35th annual convention with 750 to 1,000 delegates expected. JM Nehn of Townsend displays seven silver trophies won in national wool contests. Delegations from Valley and Phillips counties join officers Gordon Jameson and Clem McCoy for the three day event beginning Monday.
A severe winter storm swept a wide area of the plains bringing joy to wheat growers and irritation to livestock producers and travelers. Ice glazed highways as a heavy snow and sleet mix moved south from the Rockies into Oklahoma Panhandle and New Mexico. Temperatures plunged below freezing across western Kangana with drifts blocking some roads and disruption to telephone service. The highway commission urged driving restraint while the storm dumped up to 47 inches of snow in parts and Montana reported light showery conditions with record cold in Glendive.
A massive early morning blaze in Redding destroyed a large block of the town’s main business district, inflicting about $1,000,000 in damages. Fire officials reported 17 establishments wiped out, with two firefighters initially feared dead but later no life lost. cause undetermined as crews searched remains of burned buildings, including the F W Woolworth store.
In Washington on January 12 President Roosevelt proclaimed Travel America Year amid remarks that the European war would deter American citizens from belligerent travel. He urged citizens to vacation in the Western Hemisphere to strengthen unity and knowledge of other nations.
White House reports indicate a decision on possible U S financial aid to Finland will be threshed out when President Roosevelt meets lawmakers on Monday. Capitol Hill circles suggest a loan may be advised, while Treasury and loan officials consult a stabilization fund option, with actions to be partisan and executive led.
Kansas City January 13 AIT Pryor 66 pleaded guilty to income tax evasion charges relating to 1954 1947 and 1949 earnings and was sentenced to two years in prison and by the judge to five years probation on a concurrent third count he must surrender Friday and will be taken to Leavenworth a close ally T J Pendergast machine chief received an 16 month term on a similar charge with a 7 year form but probation.
Ten prospective women jurors are summoned for the Broadwater murder case in Montanesy. The jurors, including Catherine careedt and Mabel Willing, are to report at 10 o clock Monday morning for preliminary questioning as part of the trial process. The defense seeks to challenge the jury pool with questions about potential bias and views on the death penalty.
John Marinella set a kerosene lantern to warn his chickens in Pittston Pennsylvania on a January day. One chicken reportedly kicked the lantern over and Marinella’s house caught fire. Firefighters arrived and extinguished the blaze.
Tokyo reports the Japanese cabinet led by General Nobuyuki Abe resigned amid disputes over relations with the United States. Abe advocated a return to stronger ties, but failed to secure support from Prime Minister Konoe and the Privy Council president, ending the 37th cabinet after four and a half months. Emperor Hirohito was informed as the process began.
A German prize liner was captured and its crew attempted to scuttle the vessel off Chile in December 1944. The prize crew transferred to another ship, and a German captain was overheard promising to fire if not allowed to proceed, as the vessel was boarded and prepared for potential bombing.
Delegates from American neutrality groups plan a Monday meeting to discuss keeping the war from spreading in the western hemisphere. They will review political actions and consider a practical method for coordinating policy and responses among nations in the region.
Brussels reports say Nazi troop concentrations on the frontier prompted a sudden order for soldiers to return to posts across Belgium. Civil authorities offered no explanation, while private accounts cite frontline movements as the cause. artillery fire audible near the border, Dutch officials call the move unsurprising.
London reports Britain’s air force engaged German reconnaissance flights and shipping attacks with the Fronkst auryex flight as both sides prepare for further offensives. Gutman planes operaged along England’s east coast as British craft bombed Austria and Bohemia, probing Vienna and Prague, and reconnoitered eastern Germany. A week of high activity ends with claims of British and German air power testing strength and targeting vulnerable outlets.
A foreign warship was spotted off the U S coast near Fort Tandee dam. The vessel, larger than the Orion, flew a flag and was mistaken for a British ship by observers.
Multiple bodies were recovered from the mine depths after the disaster, with many workers still unaccounted for. Rescue teams continued efforts through the night as the situation remained dangerous and uncertain for families awaiting news.
Reports indicate another 100000 dollars allocated to Finns for civilian relief as more than 500000 Finns are said to have been moved from danger zones to safer areas. President Herbert Hayor and national chiefs praised ongoing efforts, though some families still require care.
Robert M Leslie is named head of the county birthday committee with election of officers and funds drive. The Helena area group will coordinate a birthday ball, raise funds for infantile paralysis research and epidemic control, and distribute greeting cards with dimes to supporters.
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