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Newspaper
Helena Independent
Location
Helena, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1935
Page
5
A fragmented account shows an English scene of bootleg practice, with scattered references to itinerant characters, peculiar objects, and improvised acts. The text blends era vibes with odd names and hazy events, presenting a murky portrait of illicit activity and social theater.
A Minneapolis based plan proposes a state wide area council merging Minnesota towns and North and South Dakota and Wisconsin entities while preserving Karato organization assets. Preparatory talks with representatives from Yo A's Chronghant and other parties are set for an upcoming meeting in Minneapalia led by chairman Maki CG Carlson.
May tax collections total 279812.39 with additional highway funds 386709.10 assigned. State Treasurer James I ret appears noted. highway trust receipts include 94902002 across categories and an implied distribution to road projects, reflecting May fiscal activity.
The new Women s Building at the Montana Masonic Home in Helena will be formally dedicated this afternoon at 2 30 o clock. The program features dedication by George W Craven, principal address by Tauhy Main Activities of the Scottish Rite orchestra and mixed choir. Funding includes 17000 structure cost with furnishings about 7000 and gifts from Eastern Star chapters and Elizabeth W b in. The building connects to the main home via a short corridor and was designed in French colonial brick and stone with eight to two stories.
Irregular text details a Montana project for a Masonic Home and hall, naming many officers and donors. It notes builders and designers like Sir Benson of Ueleng, Western Clay at Helena, Joss Allen of Helena, and Palruguier Electric of Helena. The Christie company of Join K Lewis funded 26 900 to the grand lodge and 85 600 to Master Star for construction funds. The Masonic home at Meena tliev NE of the city is described as a premier facility serving about 0 men and women with a mix of rooms and spaces.
A French ocean liner Normandie is set to dock in New York Monday morning and will anchor at the Hudson River harbor. The ship, noted for its size and luxury, promises a vast dining salon, grand foyer, ornate public rooms, and extensive passenger amenities for up to 2,000 travelers, with a crew of over 1,200.
Duluth Minnesota reports plans to shift 72,008,007 to 15,008,000 dozen of northeastern Minnesota mineral land into agricultural development. Chairman Thompson of the Duluth agricultural council spoke at Chamber of Commerce meetings outlining proposed transfers to higher quality land totaling about 55,000,000 acres by 1950 and coordinating federal and state land purchase. The plan foresees retirement of land in Beltrami County and overlap with federal agriculture areas. University and state officials will be invited to two more meetings to refine northeastern Minnesota development plans. dates not yet set.
Minneapolis reports rusted tractors breaking down and a surge in farm demand as farmers push for more land. Twin Cities dealers struggle to fill northwest orders. one official cites a 6 percent rise in sales. The World War era demand spike continues amid wagon and implement shortages.
Washington reports renewed drive by advocates for the child labor amendment to push ratification ahead of deadlines. Katharine Lenroot leads the effort, aiming to secure further state approvals despite NRA code pension concerns and a previous Supreme Court ruling limiting federal enforcement.
Minneapolis June 1 Farm Gardens in Minnesota produce about 10 million dollars worth of food annually. Professor Wil Alderman of the University of Minnesota says 1929 yields were 4 million, but home production interest increased the total. He estimates state horticultural income at 41.6 million yearly, with potatoes and corn major crops and 42 000 acres of sweet corn. Greenhouse nursery products total 3 million, fruit 2.5 million from 29 000 acres, and pear lands offer expansion for high quality vegetable farming.
A rare photographic piece from Duluth owned by Norman Spindler shows the 1861 inauguration of the Civil War president. It is described as possibly the only copyrighted plate of its kind in the United States and is preserved in a historical collection.
Washington June 1 Representative Boland of Pennsylvania questioned the Supreme Court’s authority to strike down laws as unconstitutional. He urged Congress first define powers assigned to the court, arguing forefathers intended clear congressional control. A Sisson resolution to study the issue was introduced.
Washington reports President Roosevelt quietly told congressional readers to remain in session until December to complete his legislative program. The move aims to deter filibusters and show no rush to replace NRA measures, with adjournment plans now uncertain after the Supreme Court NRA verdict. Leaders say timing hinges on NRA developments.
London reports informants say the resignations of Premier MacDonald and his cabinet will be delivered to King George when Parliament ends for Whitsuntide. Branlay Baldwin, Conservative leader, is expected to be summoned to map the King's next prime minister. Wiley Post plans a fourth attempt after failed continent-spanning flights.
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