11 Jul 1939
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Newspaper
Helena Independent
Location
Helena, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1939
Page
1
State Department voiced protest over Japanese air attacks on Chungking July 6 and 7. Officials said American diplomatic representations had been made and condemned the bombardment as a violation of international norms and an act endangering lives and property.
Washington July 10 11 The senate Indian affairs committee heard a plea for American Indians to be granted equal citizenship with white citizens Judge Nap B Johnson of Claremore Oklahoma and other representatives of the American Indian federation urged approval of legislation to give Indians full rights of citizenship satisfy all just claims redeem unfulfilled promises and cancel special privileges
Officials report a crop of 2.57 billion bushels, with estimated surplus near 450 million bushels. A farmer referendum may be required to store or Levy penalties, depending on marketing quota provisions. Weather and high yielding hybrids boosted output beyond earlier forecasts.
A Warbanks Alaska delegate to the national Bike convention was arrested in a downtown St Louis hotel lobby for walking in his trade wear. He complained it was too hot to wear pants. A collection was taken to buy him khaki shorts.
Washington July 10 Col Tharlon A Hildbergh urged authorization of 20 million dollars for a Sun Valley California air research station to advance winergy and commercial air opinion. The plan would involve a 4 million dollar outright appropriation plus 6.09 million in related funding. Lindbergh told an appropriations subcommittee, with members endorsing the budget bureau’s recommendation. The station would reportedly be under control of a national advisory committee for aeronautics.
Treasury price for silver in Washington today surpassed London levels as speculators watched the price action. The Treasury cut its price from 675 to 60. cents per ounce but refused to follow London trends. Morgenthau did not state whether further action would occur to stabilize silver.
Restoration of Sule ena'n famed old fir tower begins with contractor Fred Westland. Landmarks group says the tower will be rebuilt to resemble its 1960s era, including the steel triangle and the bell signal loyally restored. The heliograph and other relics are being recovered for display as Helena's Diamond Jubilee celebration approaches. The tower suffered damage in the 1936 earthquake and is being preserved by local caretakers.
World wheat prices fall to lows not seen this early in the season for six to eight years as supply concerns grow. Traders in Chicago Winnipes Liverpool report a global surplus, with farmers gearing up for harvest amid government subsidized competition. The mood is bearish as international lending and exchange quotes react to the slump. Continued discussion expected on page 2.
At the bar association gathering in fan Francisco on July 10, prominent figures compared U S and German developments over 15 years, urging anti trust policy as the Supreme Court faces critics. Arnold, Hogan, and Jackson commented on constitutional drift and economic mobility while 3,000 lawyers debated proposals for a determinate law system and uniform juvenile delinquency rules. The session highlighted calls to study abolishing the paralo system in favor of tighter national controls.
Nationwide heat wave pushes temperatures above 100 degrees across many counties. Fort Park and Livingston report 98 to 100, while Williston and nearby towns reach or exceed the 100 degree mark. City and regional forecasts warn of continued heat with heat advisories in effect and increased risks for heat illness.
Washington July 10 President Roosevelt asked Congress to provide 25 million immediately for requisition of strategic national defense minerals and to authorize 100 million over four years for reserves. He also urged 60 million for the geological survey and 360 thousand for the Bureau of Mines for investigations into strategic minerals.
A Tennessee home was wrecked by a 30-foot landslide early today after a tabn starnt event. The Kinbrough family narrowly avoided tragedy, moving to a kitchen pallet as the bedroom frame collapsed. Their escape is described amid the wreckage.
Washington reports Congress introduced a bill to repeal WPA wage rules and restore prevailing local wages for workers. APL president William Green warned that inaction would trigger strikes. The repeal was sponsored by Sabeth D. and discussed by Keller, Dradlay, and O'Connor, with ongoing debate continuing on July 27.
A policeman died today after being beaten by WPA demonstrators during a riot. He suffered head injuries and was taken to General Hospital where he died. The incident occurred as tensions rose among WPA workers, with police and officials attempting to restore order. report continues on page 3.
Thrack tan Mans July 10. Hopby Neniquist will not be smoking until September, according to his mother Ary Clyde Nordquist. She said the child has tried cigars cigarettes and pipes but will now receive candy instead.
Washington July 10 The Roosevelt administration's new lending program to provide 22 billion dollars through the federal lending agencies met wide resistance in Congress. Senator Barkley and Chairman Steagall lead the House Banking Committee in arguing the plan would spur projects financed over years, with funds raised via government operations and no bond sales. Supporters say the measure would revive growth without raising the deficit, while critics fear budgetary impact and control concerns. The immediate battle lines form as committees prepare to begin work.
Washington July 10 Rep Andresen Minnesota accused the New Deal of trying to destroy small weekly newspapers through wage-hour exemptions. He cited a board writing he said limits the exemption to papers under 3 109 circulation and argues interstate printing would not apply when plant underwind printed newspapers.
In Waanington on July 10, Representative Andrews urged a congressional inquiry into the Agricultural Adjustment Administration's use of banking privileges to fund pressure groups and influence arm legislation, alleging political and extraneous activities.
An authoritative report from Washington says the former Indiana governor may be appointed to lead a new federal security board. McNutt, now high commissioner in the Philippines, is discussed as a potential Democratic nominee in 1940 and would oversee the social security board CCC and other welfare agencies. Supporters say the move ties McNutt to the Roosevelt administration for the coming campaign.
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