Bonded Debt Also Got By Vermilion
Outlook Promising Great Falls Montana July 1 Special The budget of the state of Montana has been balanced again Gov Roy E Ayers announced here today I am pleased to report to the people of Montana that for the first time in 21 years the state budget has been balanced for two consecutive years with a small balance in the general fund Governor Ayers said The governor issued this statement on state finances after a conference with William Hosking state accountant Mr Hosking presented the governor with a report on state finances at the close of his business Friday June 30 the end of the state's fiscal year The state not only has lived with its finances but there has been a reduction of old hand traits that have been outstanding for many years During the last year lots of bonds have been retired and the balance of the capitol building bonds have been refunded After being outstanding for 39 years Today the credit of the state has been firmly reestablished Continued on Page 2
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Giles Abandons Try for World Record in Swim
Clarence Glier, a Clehdive swimmer, briefly abandoned a Yellowstone River attempt to set an American distance record. He swam 176.5 miles in 52 hours and 15 minutes before exiting due to an injured eye and lack of food after his wife’s car broke down west of Forsyth dam. Picnickers provided sandwiches and milk as he planned to resume toward Glen Dive once medicine and food arrived.
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Connie Mack 76 in Serious Condition After Illness
Boston AP report says Connie Mack aged 76 manager of the Philadelphia Athletics was taken by train toward Philadelphia after an acute attack described by doctors as very serious. The ailment was identified as an acute attack of the condition referenced in the dispatch.
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Works Agencies Enter Into New Phase of Lives
Nazi storm troopers seize Danzig city center in a free day. Public buildings open while police and guards are absent. Reporters note Blackshirts patrol and control, with radio and transit functioning under uncertain supervision. Officials claim stormtroopers ready to defend the community. access to park paths barred and restricted locations cordoned.
WPA PWA Consolidated Into One Agency Head
Washington July 1 WPA and PWA, the federal relief agencies, merged for the first time under a single administrator. The reorganization retains programs and names in practice but changes the agency title to Works Progress Administration. John M. Dermot, administrator, announced the consolidation and expressed confidence in the new setup.
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President Takes July Holiday Amid Park Trip Plans
President Rookourit departs for a three day holiday at Wyde Park home with Mrs Sara Delunn Ranaryeit before leaving for Europe. He aims to return to the capital Wednesday as Congress reconvenes.
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Expiration of Devaluation Power Seen Shaping Dollar Value
New York observers say the impact of ending the president’s authority to adjust the dollar’s gold content depends mainly on abroad events and market faith. Money experts cite two key factors: investors’ belief in future dollar value and movements in other major currencies, with a call by some for a return to a fixed gold dollar to restore confidence.
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Widow of Youthful Potter Seeks $10 Million Estate
In Surcoda Florida on July 1 AP reports Mex Pluma Toulse Palmer widow of Potter D Arsay Palmer launched a legal fight for a $10,000,000 fortune she claims is due under the grandparents will. The case hinges on the validity and terms of the earlier will and the rightful heirs.
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Jack Boorman Elected Montana Commander of VFW
Billings July 1 Jack Boorman of Shelby was elected commander of the Montana department of the Veterans of Foreign Wars at the evening session today He succeeds Robert Moorist of Havre The auxiliary elected Mrs Ada Ballard of Great Falls center vice president and Mrs Florence Boorman of Shelby guard The encampment will meet in Miles City in 1940 Industry attendees included national figures from the VFW and auxiliary
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Helena Delegation Plans Livingston Trip For All Montana Day
Nearly 200 Helena residents including men with beards and women in period dress will travel from Hill Park at 6 90 this morning to Livingston for the All Montana day parade and to publicize Helena Diamond Jubilee. Delegations from across the state join the parade as W. B. Maughan forecasts good weekend weather with only scattered showers.
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France Warns Nazis to Slow Pace Amid Foreign Tension
In a surprise interview France signals caution to Nazi Germany as tensions rise. Prime Minister Daladier directs defense talks with General Gamellia and ambassadors Bonnet, Welacek, Lukaslowics, and Palppa as France weighs military readiness and strategic talks with Poland and Britain.
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Smallest Fee On Record Is Lot of Woman Attorney
In rampa Florida July 1 a woman attorney named Enhel dane Brannon received what was described as the smallest fee ever paid in a case. The report notes the fee was about a third the size of a penny and reflects a historical note on legal proceedings.
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Wallace to Be Top Spender Under Farm Fund Plan
Secretary Wallace faces a vast spending program as budget plans project 2 to 2.5 billion dollars in the current year for agricultural parity and farm support. President Roosevelt also signs measures adding hundreds of millions for relief and regulatory actions, reorganizing Farm Credit and Commodity Credit to the Agriculture Department.
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Hull Seeks Congress Backing for Neutrality Plan
Secretary of State Hull urged Congress to approve the neutrality program as essential for U S interests and world peace. He said the administration’s plan would better discourage war than the current law and its equivalent, while noting opposition from Republicans and some Democrats who passed an embargo on arms sales to nations at war.
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Lightning strikes Stevensville church again in July report
In Levensville on July 2 residents report a lightning bolt struck the western Montana community. The Methodist church was hit within weeks after a brick schoolhouse, with both incidents detected in time to prevent greater harm though damage ran into thousands of dollars.
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Scandinavian officers named at conclusion of convention
Delegates to the Pith district No. 7 Scandianavians Internationality of America conclided here yesterday elected officers. Matto Munfer of Everett Washington was named president, Olaf Johanson of Spokane vice president, Tran Pearson of Spokane secretary, J N Jensen of Great Falls treasurer, and Rathby Strandhers of Helena past president. The supreme lodge degree was conferred on 24 candidates by Supreme President George Johnson of Yatingglown Ontario. Other officers named include John Andaunti Hulle chaplain Anna Lindquist Butte vice president Mary Selander Seattle marshal Eother Straw Seattle assistant marshal De Hunter outer guard Mra Heifer Wick and guard J M Jensen. The candidates included Selma Olson Spokane Fidel Jensen Great Falls and others. (Continued on Page 2)
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Jury Discharged In Income Tax Case In Court
Federal Judge James H Bald discharged the jury after hours of deliberation in the case of Lao A McIntea a Butte dentist charged with evading about 90 000 in income tax from 1933 to 1956 The jury failed to reach a verdict and further action was not decided upon at this time
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Dancer seeks divorce amid work shame in Tampa court
A dancer in Tampa filed for divorce after claims of around the clock harassment and public shaming by a partner during performances. The suit cites repeated insults and confrontations impacting her professional life and wellbeing.
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Insistent Fight Over Legislation Faces Roosevelt
Washington reports say President Roosevelt adopts a no surrender stance in battles with Congress over monetary and neutrality laws. Hull reiterates demand for neutrality measures while supporters seek a vote on a plan to empower devaluation of the dollar and sustain the stabilization fund. Party lines show no compromise before the looming vote.
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University Head Surrenders Self To Canada Police
Brockville Ontario July 2 James Monroe Smith former president of Louisiana State University and his wife surrendered to local police after a raid. They were held overnight in a Brockville station cell while authorities planned to transport them to face embezzlement charges in Louisiana. Local and Louisiana authorities arranged custody.
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Wonders What Shuts Out Light in Studio Scene
Mrs Valta Yolk at the skylight of a studio notices a six foot reptile on the skylight pane. The creature, seen ten weeks ago near the studio, likely escaped from a nearby show. Graney, Cole report on the incident dated July 1.
Johnson urges Wheeler as best 1940 Democratic nomination
Washington July 1 AP Senator Johnson of Colorado urges Burton K Wheeler as the liberal reform choice for the 1940 Democratic presidential nomination. He argues Roosevelt will not seek a third term and warns the party is split. Wheeler, Johnson says, has a proven liberal record and broad respect across factions.
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