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Newspaper

Helena Independent

Location

Helena, Montana, United States of America

Date

Jul 20, 1939

Page

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Roosevelt administration presses for possible new session on neutrality law

Washington July 19 The Roosevelt administration signals legislators to be ready for a special session if Europe’s troubles worsen. Officials caution that a new crisis could trigger action, while White House aides note no immediate push to alter policy. Public debate grows over neutrality and global events as Congress considers next steps.

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Wallace's Department Draws Fire

The Agriculture Department labeled American canned corned beef as poor quality compared with Argentina imports in a reply to a congressional critic. James L. McCumy, assistant to Secretary Wallace, stated the department’s position. Continued on Page 3.

Washington Agriculture Department Argentina James L. McCumy Wallace Department

Host May Lose Out On Relief Jobs Shortly

Washington reports members of the house democratic committee pressed M. Carmody head of the new federal works agency. He warned that about 1,690,000 persons would be thrown out of work next September if the Public Works administration is not revived. He testified during a secret session on the advisability of enacting a bill to recreate the P W A with a 250 million dollar appropriation raised by Representative Starnea of Alabama.

Washington House Foun M. Carmody New Federal Works Agency Public Works Administration Carmody Starnea Ala P.W.A

Expansion of lending program approved by president

Warhinden July 29 officials announce expansion of the lending plan after a Whir Mouse conference. President Manevelt endorses broader authority for the Meganstration Alliance to back loans by banks and lending institutions to business enterprises. A amendment to the agdnirals tratton's lending hill would allow the REC to set risk-based loan limits and support long-term borrowing while outlining regulatory measures. Continued on Page a.

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Roosevelt calls parley to aid refugees in Europe

London reports President Roosevelt convened a two day meeting at the White House with officials and diplomats from Britain France Italy Argentina the Netherlands and the United States to press relief for refugees. The conference aims to secure approval from each government and expand aid to those fleeing Austria and the Reich. Myron C. Taylor led the American delegation in arranging the talks with Evian-Lavain. The committee traces its origins to the American president's initiative.

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Marriage of 12 year old girl shocks Montana

In Merrick County a 12 year old girl Violetta Mere wed Frank Cun Intin. The groom, the girl’s father Raphiate Lantere, and the father’s co‑defendant are charged with contributing to the delinquency of a minor. The girl is in state custody at the Helena Vocational School.

Waste Swearell Hall Alimrney C. C. Thawne Merrick Court Hauge Violetta Mere Frank Cun Intin Raphiate Lantere Cirle Helena I Cayoty Welfare Capletta Viorinn

Federal government to avert strike in meat packing dispute

OQueago July 19 The federal government stepped into the dispute between CHO and Armour and Company on the eve of the first move to avert threatened strikes in the meat packing industry P W Chappell U S labor department councilor said he would discuss the controversy tomorrow with members of the city council's labor committees but would not determine steps yet until after the party

Oqueago CHO Armour and Company PW. Chappell U. S Labor Department Leity Council

Lady's Mouse Trap Catches By Snake in Aurora

In Aurora Indiana on July 19 an incident involved Miva Brad Wellenkamp who set a trap and caught a snake. The animal reportedly struck, but a neighbor boy aided by killing the snake.

War Fears Rise as Britain Expands Defenses

The British added new coaches to deter threats and bolster forces within the British led bloc while Far East talks with Japan stall. Tokyo signals tentative willingness to accept war status in China, effectively granting belligerent rights to Japan without a formal declaration. Ambassador Craigie presses for Britain to curb Japanese terrorism in China. Further talks postponed to Friday amid tensions.

Britain Far East Tokyo Avitsin China Japan Slyobvit Lealle Craigie Hachiyo Avita

Wind flames ravage Yellowstone Park woods in July blaze

A forest fire in Yellowstone Park, Wyoming, burned 1 500 acres of woodland and threatened 2 500 acres as winds shifted. About 600 firefighters battled the flames with additional crews and pumps ordered from regional headquarters as the wind pushed the blaze toward ridges.

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Mystery slaying. coat, socks found near Nice home

Report outlines meager clues in the Lovely murder with a blue coat and a pair of socks found near the ranch at Austin region. Police describe a likely intruder, note a small caliber bullet entry in the victim's eye, and say the suspect may have been active in the area, with an inquest set for tonight.

Dow Karl Hovely Feria Anatin Lovely Win William Cashmore Comity Mr. Lovely Lovely

Williams Says American Youth Still Has Initiative

Chaetanatt July 1B reports Williams addressing American youth in a discussion on initiative. Aubrey Williams, head of the National Youth Administration, notes 49,090 youths leaving school without entry to NEA schools and recalls 71 percent seeking jobs, government services, or industry, while 4,009,000 youths attempt to find paths in a tough economy. He urges continued effort and recognition of opportunities for youth.

Chaetanatt Aubrey Willame Na- Monat Youth Administration Wll Willama Nuid Lieralha Willams Mit Joba Hamal John Sooner Dudusiey

Auto Crash Victims Improve Some But Are Still Serious

Marlyn Barloga and Floyd Shepherd, victims of an auto mobile crash at Montana and Poplar avenues Tuesday night which claimed the life of Marshall Kelley, 22, were reported last night as generally better though both are seriously hurt. Kelley died at 6 50 o'clock Friday morning. Barloga, who has a savage concussion and a broken arm, was not unconscious last night though her physicians held she was improving. Shepherd, driver of the other car, has a fractured collar bone, broken ribs and a punctured tire with severe seat belt injury but physicians reported improving. County coroner announced death will be held next week and a coroner’s inquest planned today. The accident occurred when the Prints machine at 5 o'clock.

Marlyn Barloga Floyd Shepherd Montana and Poplar Avenues Marshall Buzz) Kelley Kelley Forday Miss Burloga Atlett Kien Willian Xalt Eigun Cunlonig Ploy Shepherd Caroner Tmitht Wesley Lessycrn Tuday Shepherd

Miners and Employers in Kentucky End War Pact

Marlin Kentucky July 18 unions and mine operators reached peace in Harlan county after federal conciliators and a two month commercial effort. The U S Labor Department’s Dr John M Slectman announced a settlement framework to avert further violence. Troops had been deployed May 14 to protect workers and police kept watch as clashes continued. The agreement aims to end labor unrest and resume production while safeguarding miners and workers.

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Three Accidents In Montana Raise State Total to 69

A spate of three motor vehicle crashes in Montana raised the state death toll to 69 for the year. Among the dead was 32 year old Marshall Kelley of Helena who died after a collision near Helena airport. A Minneapolis resident was fatally injured when her car went off the road near Alzada Carter County. A 14 year old, Warod Karl tary, died in Hayre after a crash involving Crick Caled.

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Germans Pleased At Neutrality Lineup

Officials expressed cautious optimism about a lineup of neutral positions as the morning of a postponement approached. No official comment on potential delays or reactions was available as authorities declined to speculate.

Settlement 10 Arranged by Governor in Minneapolis

Minneapolia July 18 A possible settlement of the WPA strike that led to riots and bloodshed was sighted tonight as a committee of strikers and labor unions agreed to put Governor Harold Stassen s five point peace plan to a vote of the workers. Labor leaders offered no formal promises but privately indicated they would recommend acceptance under protest if possible. The development was welcomed as a possible end to walkouts by Friday morning amid warnings of more violence. Judge Robert Leach asked for extra measures to quell unrest as city officials and the mayor vowed to assume responsibility for public order. The grand jury was summoned following a request by the attorney general. Continued on Page 1.

Minneapolia W.P.A Harold Stassen Livy Musdr Geos E. Leach Tolalatn Norm Uirek Mayer Robert We Rett Monslag Momnine Allowmny Miach Marbby Warrington United States

Montana Farmer Arrested in Plains Slaying Case

John Kelly, a 40 year old Plains farmer with five children, was arrested on a felony warrant from Clay County West Virginia in connection with the killing of Graver Gibson. Sheriff said Kelly has lived in Plains 18 years and denies involvement, claiming to be an innocent bystander.

Whampinn Fats Ianders Phil Sateslow Malveday Me John Kelly Shout 40 Plains Farmer Clay W.vadobnston Kelly Wan City Graver Gibson Shariff Kelly Plains Gibson

Belgian Miners Rescued After Power Failure At Limburg Mine

Twelve miners were trapped by a power failure in the Limburg Meuse coal mine near Urge Belgium. The collapse of a powerhouse cut elevators and ventilation, raising danger from foul air, but all twelve were rescued safely.

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Kidnaper of Divorced Wife Taken in Massachusetts

Northampton Massachusetts July 19 a statewide search for James J Kehoe 24 charged with abducting his divorced wife from her parents home last night in New Salem about two miles from the scene of the abduction. Found with him the cabin. Mrs Nerates Deekwith 2% who divorced him some time ago. After he was pen to reformatory. Beckwith arrived with a city keeper and police. Beckwith struck Kehoe and the police intervened pried apart the managers.

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