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Newspaper

Helena Independent

Location

Helena, Montana, United States of America

Date

Jul 27, 1939

Page

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Senate adjournment drive derides lending plan in night sessions

Washington July 26 The first night session of the senate adjournment drive featured Republican speeches denouncing the administrations 2.49 billion lending program as waste and extravagance. Taft Townsend Vel Starbour Davis and Danaher spoke amid a sparse audience of four to eight senators. The attack echoed across the Capitol as Majority Leader Barkley urged delay and no action on the measure. In the House a complication persisted with continued debate.

Wnashington Senate Taft Ohial Townsend Vel Starbour CN. J. Davis Danaher Conn Delabor Ab Davahoy Taty Tondgit Dark- Jey Takip

Civilian Rifle Team for Perry Meet Announced

The Montana civilian rifle team for the Perry meet is named with members including C. Edad Billings A Krall Milltown and H Richardson misana, joining a squad of 10 principals two alternates and a reserve. The team sails from Roundup and Missoula bound for Camp Perry Ohio for national matches set September 2 to 9.

Perry Meet Mantina otiHan Whele Percy Ohio Helgadion Fuiar Ahgutine Mone Funn Naitional Posard Isax Sryark C. Edad Billings Theater A Montana

Butte Man Dies of Injuries in Oregon

A Butte Montana man died today from a skull fracture suffered in a two car collision near Heppner Oregon Monday. His sister Helen, 21, also injured but improving, and their mother Mrs. Alice Brannan were slightly hurt when the car overturned.

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Northeast Day Spell Unchecked Hits Drouth Area

The Associated Press reports a relentless drought across Massachusetts to Pennsylvania with new forest fires as New York City records 0.6 inches of rain since June 30. The Weather Bureau cites rainfall shortfalls rivaling 60 years. Dairymen suffer as pastures ruined and hay shortages strain feeding.

Associated Press Drouth Massachusetts Pennsylvania New York Cty Weather Bureau U. S. Secretary of Agriculture New York State New York

Soviet Wife Joins Husband After Four Year Wait

Edmund Buranaki, a Detroit Ford worker living in River Rouge, reunites with Tamara Ruzanski after a four year effort to secure her Soviet citizenship. The couple met in Moscow and married in 1954. Tamara arrives aboard the Champlain amid red tape and broad state support, marking a rare postwar reunion.

New York Edmund Buranaki Kina Natrue Russia Ruzansk Tamara Mokrow Michigan U. S Ruzanski River Rouge Mich Detroit Ford Motor Company Thzanski Tivisia Kall Yave Firat Ateht

City and County Budget Proposals Cut Payroll Plans

City and county budgets focus on economy and cut payrolls. The tentative general fund levy drops to 50 mills, with minor cuts in the bridge and poor funds. Final adoption slated for August 21 amid planned staff reductions including four firemen and multiple department layoffs.

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Sayre Appointed to Post in Philippines

Wantington July 26 President Roosevelt nominated Assistant Secretary of State Francis B Sayre today to be United States Light Commissioner in the Philippine Islands. Sayre would replace Paul V McNutt who resigns to become Federal Security Administrator. Sayre was appointed assistant secretary of state by Roosevelt in November 1932 after directing Secretary Inuit's trade Agreement program.

Wantington Roosevelt Francis B. Sayre United States Sayre Ue Renate Paul V. McNutt Bayre Inuit

Libby Lineman Dies From Live Wire Stroke

Kenneth Mortenson, 19, of Tabby, was killed while working on a private electric power line in Me. The accident occurred as he was making changes in the line. Three months earlier his father was injured in a separate armiler accident.

Libby Italy Kenneth Mortenson Tabby Yakay Notin Lumber Company Hare Mortenson Wan

Long Drop Wn Ca Fall To Eae Lady

New York July 26 Mrs Edna Burdick's motorcar plunged through a stairway and toppled down the steps, landing on the earth below. She emerged unhurt and requested the police where her belongings were, describing the accident as it happened in vivid terms.

New York Upj Edna Burdick Manhatten Aida

Explosions in England Cause Rail Disruptions and Injuries

A series of blasts across Liverpool and London disrupted rail hubs and damaged facilities. An Irish Republican Army attributed series wrecked a canal bridge near Liverpool and shuttered baggage rooms at major London stations. One person died and several were injured at King's Cross and Victoria stations. The blasts also damaged a Liverpool mailbox and district post office.

London Liverpool King's Cross Victovia Leeds

Purple Top Hits Montana Potato Areas

A damaged local note describes the spread of a potato disease named purple top across Montana fields. It details a state horticulture official and researchers examining the parasite affecting potato crops and the potential yield losses.

Montana

Auto Crash Kills Three Near Longmont Colorado

A former Envisa Judge and two Denver women died when their car veered into a ditch about five miles north of Longmont Colorado. The crash seriously injured Myrtle Pine Jey and Mrs Donna Morris, ages 74, sister of Mrs Finder, as the victims were identified in early reports.

Longmont Cola Den

Ab Jenkins Narrowly Escapes In Fatal Speed Trial

The Utah speed driver Ab Jenkins barely survived a fiery accident during a speed trial near Franklin. Flames engulfed his cockpit as the car failed, leaving Jenkins with burns on his right leg and other injuries. He was rushed to a Salt Lake City hospital as firefighters prevented further damage and the crew investigated the cause of the blaze.

Oinesse Salt Lake City Tere Jenkins Merchantoy BM Marie Jenkins Win Motors Naumt Mormon Mateor Jenkins’ Elathen Anti Ag

U.S. Ends 1911 Treaty With Japan Ahead of Trade Embargo

The United States announced it is terminating the 1911 treaty of commerce and navigation with Japan, paving the way for an embargo on raw materials. Secretary Hull’s assistant delivered notice to the Japanese embassy as Senate committee delayed action, and President Roosevelt approved the move guiding a new policy effective January 26, 2940, subject to congressional session actions.

Washington United States Japan Hull Francis K. Sayre Senate Foreign Relations Committee Tulleon Roosevelt Par Easterm Unio Ahlominix Tana Finburgo State Department

Federal court rules for medical association loss in antitrust case

Washington January 26 The Justice Department failed to prove that the American Medical Association the Medical Society of the District of Columbia the Washington Academy of Surgery and other physicians violated antitrust law by restraining trade through medical rate setting for federal employees in the District of Columbia The indictment charged they combined and restrained competition by limiting consultation services for Group Health Association and rebuffed the plan to standardize payment methods The government indicated it would appeal the decision and seek further action from the department of justice

Washington Jamor M Ageorlaton, Inc Columbia Niko Eavalenty Citl Miehle Amartcan Medical Agroriatiotm Medical Society of the Ditrlet of Columbia Washington Academy of Surgery Naryia County Texas Medical Roetery Reyvice

Farley reticent on third term in 1940 race

New York dispatch reports James A. Farley national Democratic chairman and postmaster general avoiding any explicit ruling on a 1940 presidential bid and maintaining silence on the third term issue. The piece notes John Hyupstian, Republican chairman, seen in Manhattan planning a European vacation. continued on page 3.

New York James A. Warley Denomatic National Thas Salling John Hyupstian

Forest Shovel Axe and Bucket Rule Implemented Friday

The Helena National Forest Service will enforce a new rule requiring anyone traveling through the forest to carry a shovel an axe and a bucket. The rule, effective Friday July 28, aims to aid fire fighting and camp fuel extinguishment by campers and picnickers, according to Supervisor Perky Media.

Arlena Ravional Forest Service Perty Media Helena Aerviceabio Mollis

Torrid Wave Grips Montana as Mercury Surges

A hot air mass moved westward into Montana pushing temperatures to near 100 degrees across the state. Helena hit the shivering point, while Billings reached 99 and Fort Peck Glendive posted 102. Drought continues with Helena lacking significant precipitation and a 0.38 inch deficit.

Montana Helena Melena

Britons and French Near Mutual Defense Pact With Soviet Union

France and Britain showed strong hopes of a mutual defense agreement with Soviet Russia, sending military missions to Moscow to begin staff talks while Berlin holds air raid drills and London faces new terrorist bombings. The House of Commons expects a statement next week on negotiations and a note to London about directing instructions to the British ambassador in Moscow.

Associated Press France Britain Russia Berlin London Moscow Viplomvls House of Commons Chansberlein Ana Feruil Nes Williane Serda Merlin

Support Assured In New Policy On Japan Trade Rights

Washington July 24 discussions centered on US policy toward Japan. Senators Pittman and Vandenberg pursue steps to secure better American rights in China and to renegotiate the 1911 treaty amid calls for new necessities. Support for the policy appears assured.

FAM OD ROME TAGESIES OF FAM OD ROME TAGESIES OF Canton

Canton Ohio July 26 Paul Morgen 41 and Halene Morgen 36 and their one month old son Paul died in a fire that destroyed their home in a Canton suburb. Morgen was formerly business manager of the Canton Repository and later manager of Canton radio station WHC. He resumed the latter position six months ago because of illness.

Canton Ohio Paul Morgen Wits Halen Norgan Canton Repository Canton Radio Ateti WHC Dlnese

Wage Hour Act Changes Put Off Again in Washington

A heated rules committee meeting in Washington postponed action on proposed changes to the Wage Hour Act. Key labor leaders John L. Lewis, William Green, and Rep. Cox clashed over strategies as the panel set a conference for tomorrow to seek a compromise on two amendments. Harden assailed the plan, while Norton's panel scheduled the talks, with reform advocates signaling possible future votes.

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