08 Jul 1939
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Newspaper
Helena Independent
Location
Helena, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1939
Page
1
The administration pushed a second effort within a fortnight to block congressional action abolishing its foreign silver buying program. Senators debated and committees prepared to hear the administration’s views as the push for reform continued.
A second faculty member from Troutley Prutslins State is charged amid WPA investigations. Jahar arrest details show involvement in a grand jury case connected to Caldwell’s new 340000 home. potential penalties include a 2000 dollar fine and up to one year in prison.
Norristown Pa July. A family Bible and twelve heirs faced a court challenge. Judge Turner Stolland awarded the Bible in equal undivided interest to the twelve children of Mrs Warbara Herring. The heirs must decide whether each should possess the Bible for one month annually or divide it into twelve parts.
A heavily muscled suspect in Cleveland confessed to one of twelve murders tied to the city’s “torsos” killings since 1939. Police say the man may be linked to two more cases, with detectives naming other possible associates and locations, including the disposal sites around the lake. Authorities report multiple victims dating from 1938 to 1987 and ongoing cooperation from witnesses.
Derald Motity and A Genlaut report a drowning accident at a farm home. A woman was found trapped in a washing machine wringer by her husband Bivey Gehlaut when he returned from the fields. Local authorities investigate the fatal incident.
Navy Secretary C. A. Swanson is reported dead with oblique notes on political figures and events. The fragmentary copy references a longstanding Roosevelt era administration link and mentions a memorial or public gathering and river region locations, but the damaged text obscures full context and specifics.
Town meeting at the Civic center in Maitalton reenacts Helena’s 1864 naming moment with old time costumes. Rob Pletcher leads arrangements as residents gather in Last Chance Gulch style setting for a prologue and a public discourse ending with a dance in the Chic center ballroom.
Rear Admiral Richard E. Byrd will head a new United States Antarctic expedition aimed at mapping and claiming lands on the continent. Government departments will coordinate to equip three ships and deploy the effort likely between October 1 and 18, with funding and international interest noted.
Governor Ayers issues a formal longhand statement from Henconcas hospital after the sudden death of Frank Hagebaker a leading advocate for economic growth in public and private life. He calls Hagebaker a stellar character and one of the best, sane minds in his term, noting consultations on matters affecting the general welfare and the whale industry.
Washington July 7 The administration bid to revise the neutrality act faced a sharp blow as 34 senators said they would block proposed changes. The move signaled a potential death blow to the administration effort and sparked speculation about a prolonged filibuster era in Congress.
The fragment discusses opposition to sit strikes and government actions. It mentions a university, property seizures, and a timetable but the text is garbled with many unreadable terms. The readable elements reference a stance against sit ins and potential legal or political responses.
The Associated Press reports rising alarm over a potential axis bloc in southeastern Europe. Rumors of a naval provocation and German aims to forge a southern European alignment create heavy tension as Balkan powers react with concern and economic strain.
A romantic aviator abducts his beloved, fleeing with her in a tense escape. Patrols and parents intervene as the pair seek sanctuary, while bystanders recount the extraordinary flight and the perilous chase that followed.
A fragmentary item notes a wolf at a fixed site on Capleton Hill recalling ancient tales. The copy mentions Mussolini era symbolism and veterinary care, with references to captivity and unspecified campaigns. The readable text blends mythic imagery with stray phrases about a wolf and a base rock feature.
Dillon mourns Frank A Hazelbaker as leaders from across Montana pay tribute. Funeral 2:00 PM Monday at the Methodist church with graveside services by Wisdom lodge and AM St Elmo, escort by Knights Temple. Coroner reports no inquest. death sudden after telling wife he felt wheezy.
General Motors suspends employee security actions amid strike threat delaying production. UAW and workers warn of layoffs and wage losses, with roughly 7 000 affected as talks stall. President issues statment on potential walkouts affecting skilled labor and maintenance staff across plants.
Revenue figures for Montana show a total collection of 5,898,769 for the year, reflecting a downward trend from 1999. The report notes sources of income including taxes and fees, with a cautious outlook and mention of municipal gains and ongoing revenue challenges.
Bearded men plan a Lincoln trip Sunday morning at 10 30 to select a tree for use in a Whisker club event. They will visit Pinnin with Elon at Tintin We Quando and tour surrounding communities as unemployed members register at Jubtlee headquarters for work. Toray Pred Dunlap will escort Attiel to Flinston to retrieve two Jalonnies weed from last Sunday's All Montane day parade.
Reports say thousands of WPA administration employees across the country walked out Friday to protest lengthened hours. New York WPA officials asked the U.S. attorney to probe possible law violations. Officials cited wage limits under the federal relief act and noted many contractors and vendors feared delays. The largest concentration of relief workers was in New York City with hundreds of thousands affected.
A pool incident left about fifty people, many children, affected by chlorine fumes. The chlorine system was opened by staff while preparing to treat the pool, and wind dispersed the fumes. Most victims were hospitalized for observation, with two in serious condition.
The body of Arthur H Farrell, 14, of Wolf Mountain, was found about 200 feet from his ranch home 17 miles east of Lodge Grass. A rifle lay beneath him. Sheriff Henry H Ulrich and his department have begun an investigation.
The Midwest endures a severe heat wave with 27 deaths reported. Temperatures reached the 90s and into the 100s in several states, with New England and the Northeast also sweltering. Forecasters predicted relief from storms moving west to east later in the week as cooling fronts approached.
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