Weather records fall as cold wave grips region
January 27 AP reports record low readings across districts with new Georgia and regional records. Atlanta area sees 17 below, while Vermont and other northern locales endure extreme cold. Welfare officials note rising aid requests but say the situation is not desperate, with shortages in housing, fuel, and supplies affecting communities.
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Weather Chaos as Mercury Climbs in Havre
A jagged weather summary reports rapid temperature swings across Havre with mercury rising to near 46 above zero in places while early morning lows hover around five below. Snow reshapes scenes as wind shifts from north and shows warmer trends expected later in the week.
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Frank W. Bird Is Chosen President Of Montana Power
Frank W. Bird, already vice president and assistant general manager, is elevated to president and general manager to succeed Frank M. Kerr who resigned after 50 years in the electrical industry in Montana. Kerr remains honorary president as Bird assumes leadership. Over 200 Montana Power employees gathered to honor Kerr, who credited the workforce with the company’s success and noted his career depended on their devotion and efficiency.
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German ship Graf Spee mystery aboard liner
Honolulu dispatch reports the Japanese liner Gioyo Mall arriving from San Francisco with 36 German Acumea seamen aboard. They say the noncommissioned sailors seized a German ship and declined to identify their senior officer. The Graf Spee had scuttled off Uruguay’s coast.
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Montana Education Board to Meet February Seventeenth
The Montana state board of education will reconvene February 17 to digest testimony from an 11 day Missoula investigation into the University of Montana situation. Governor Ayers stressed the board’s unanimity to study all testimony and keep Montana’s university a lasting institution.
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Mania to Seek Military Aid From Balkan Nations
The Balkans and major powers move toward securing military support amid rising tensions. Rumors tie Turkey and Yugoslavia to promises of aid while Romania faces pressure from Germany and the Allies over state control of foreign oil firms. Britain and France oppose broader concessions, fearing a move beneficial to Nazi Germany.
Garner Not Fearful Of J L Lewis
Vice President Garner dismisses John L. Lewis criticism as his strongest political asset in defending the Democratic party and his presidential bid. Friends say Lewis labeled Garner an evil old man and attacked Roosevelt and McNutt as potential nominees while Garner weighed past actions on labor disputes and to terminate sit-down strikes.
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Montana Bankers Meet in Glacier June 17 and 18
The Montana Bankers Association plans its annual convention at Many Glacier in Glacier National Park on June 17 and 18. Executive board members present included O. M Jorgenson, Billings president. BR. MN Mountain Shelby float vice president. Joan A. Anderson Anaconda second vice president. Ethel W. Walker Helena secretary treasurer. and other officers. Program plans dominated the session though speakers were not yet determined, invitations to be issued soon. A banquet honoring the MBAs followed at the Helena Clearinghouse association with A V Appelaren West Point and others in attendance.
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City of Flint Arrives Safely in U S Harbor After Long Adventure
The freighter City of Flint formerly renamed Alcamaho due to German seizure returns to U S harbor with 40 crewmen led by Captain Gunnard. International tensions linked to Russians and Norwegians, rescue by Norwegian government follows a threatened attack near Murmansk.
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Cobbler Tony Kraly Kills Farmer Then Himself In Village
In a western Pennsylvania village, Tony Kraly, a 27-year-old cobbler, shot farmer Constable Robert Phenicle as he walked, then killed himself. County Sheriff Jacobs called Kraly a moody man who had shown strange behavior before the tragedy.
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Unrest in Russia and Hopkins Income Report for 1939
Secretary Hopkins reported a national income increase of 312 billion dollars for 1939, with personal payments reaching 43.789 billion and dividends rising to 9.061 billion. The gains were driven by warrelated spending and higher wages, while social security benefits increased less than prior years.
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Distress in Routee Russie Amid War Strains Reports
Washington reports claim rocketing prices dwindling food and fuel shortages plus coldest weather in a century. Transport breakdowns fueled by troop movements to the Finnish front worsen Moscow area suffering, with the Soviet embassy dismissing the reports as erroneous. Diplomatic circles note potential impact on the Finland invasion and Germany relations.
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Budget balance tied to meeting local needs says Senator Wheeler
Richmond Va Jan 27 Senator Burton K Wheeler of Montana urged balance of the national budget only after local governments meet local needs He praised the New Deal and hinted at a possible presidential bid while reaffirming reelection plans He called for leaders from industry agriculture and labor to unite and propose a program for industrial democracy and economic security
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Lewis warns Democrats in blunt Columbus address
Columbus report shows Lewis telling Democratic leaders that victory in November hinges on labor support, labeling attempts to recruit steam into the campaign as “the depth of stupidity.” He criticized party heads for believing followers have no place to go, avoided naming a candidate, and tied remarks to UMW tensions.
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Kaiser 81 Years Old on Saturday in Doorn
Kaiser Wilhelm II celebrated his eighty first birthday in Doorn Netherlands amid fading pomp. Once the wartime leader held court with grand ceremonies in France, today his celebration is a quiet luncheon reflecting changing Europe and a long war era.
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Mass Russian Retreat Reported in Baltic Theatre
Dispatches indicate about 70,000 Russian troops are in retreat with thousands killed or wounded. front lines near Lake Ladoga show heavy losses as Soviet forces attempt a breakthrough, while communications warn of disorganization and retreat amid severe winter conditions.
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Chamber Urges Vigorous Action to Repeal Wage Act
Washington January 27 The United States Chamber of Commerce urged businessmen to vigorous action for repeal of the wage hour act today noting more than 40 proposals for amendments are pending in Congress The committee said the act has not eliminated competition and has hindered American producers from competing with foreign products They argued there should be no public regulations beyond state protections for workers health and safety while minimum wage hours and working conditions remain under review
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D M Kelly Heads Montana Copper Mining Dinner Address
D M Kelly vice president in charge of Montana operations for Anaconda Copper Mining Company will deliver the principal address February 28 at a Ruthe Chamber of Commerce dinner. The event, hosted by a lounge cafe club and chamber committee, will include Ruthe business leaders and guests.
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Anaconda Copper Mining Company
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Jesuits Regain Spanish Property After 400 Years
In Madrid the Jesuit order regained control of all their schools convents and institutions in Spain by order of the nationalist regime restoring properties seized since the 16th century. The holdings total roughly 40 million dollars and the move marks a major shift in church state relations amid ongoing political tension.
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Agriculture appropriation cut again by committee
Government budget action tightens funds as committee trims the agriculture appropriation amid planned House and Senate reviews. Officials note potential impact on planning and agency support as discussions unfold with key figures including President’s secretary and lawmakers.
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