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Newspaper

Helena Independent

Location

Helena, Montana, United States of America

Date

Jun 02, 1939

Page

1

Imagined Futures Dominate Helena Leaders Dinner Talk

Washington reports reveal businessmen at a Roosevelt era dinner with President Roosevelt, sparking talk of future policy while Hopkins aides manage the session. Attendees include Libby Owens Ford’s Marriman and other industry leaders. Roosevelt rests due to illness and avoids formal press critique.

Washington Rooveselt Fenny Becausn Hopkins Valicde Ragervelt Ra Kent Hope Weir Ton Mo Mheers Libby-Owens-Ford Clase Company WA Marriman

New Deal Spending Eyed as Overgrazing Fear Looms

President Adamson addressed the Western Farmers Association, arguing that federal aid is being used as a bribe to 6,000,500 earners at $5,000 yearly, urging that relief come from the broad taxpayer base and not elite families. He warned that current spending resembles grazing plunder that must be redirected.

Kemmerer Western Range Wwe Orsal Adama Larke Wil Fromer Amerean Tssarfarion Adam Fedral Agenci¢N

Montana Solons Back Townsend Pension Bill Vote

Montana lawmakers O'Connell and Thorkelson backed the Townsend old age pension bill in the House action. The measure failed 302 to 80 with Democrats and Republicans, including Nebraskans and a Wyoming Republican, voting against it.

Washington Montana O'Can* Hov Thorkelson House Cotfea McLaughlin Neuraska Armactata Curtis Imetnke Stefan Nebraska Horlon Wyoming

Cathedral High Graduation Set for 28 Seniors Tonight

Cathedral High will graduate 28 seniors at St. Weton's Cathedral this evening. The ceremony features junior college influences and choir performances under President M A Weber. The program includes processional, awards, diplomas, and musical selections by the Cathedral Choir.

Cathedral High St Wetoun's Carrall College M.A Weber

Mount Vesuvius Erupts Violently Near Naples

Mount Vesuvius erupts violently with ash and lava streaming from the crater. Local reports note no immediate danger to residents living near the volcano as the eruption continues to unfold. The scene is described from Naples with UPI dateline June 1.

Naples Maly UPI Mount Vesuvius Ty Crater Vesuving

Baltic States Hold Key To Treaty With Russia

Three Baltic states figure as linchpins in British French and Kremlin talks on a potential security pact. A British official calls guarantees to deter aggression complex as Britain weighs broader European involvement while Russia demands inclusive guarantees with its neighbors.

Baltic States Russia Vyaderlalf Molotoft Ila Inaiatenerinn Ayecch Ventor Alnloa Finland Ksetonla Latvia Britain Ag Nhe Rumania Poland Im Propoyale Lo Moncow

Moseley Dies committee session ends amid anti Semitic outburst

Major General George Van Horn Moseley, an opponent of international Jewry and communism, closed a two day Dies committee appearance with a prepared statement the panel struck from the record amid gro tesquely anti Semitic content. He warned of alleged dangers and criticized leaders he called patriotic, while the witness stood as a target of the investigation.

Washington George van Horn Moseley Dies Committee United. States

High school athlete dies aiding crash victims in Wyoming

A Wyoming high school athlete died while helping injured passengers after a crash. The accident involved a Streamlined vehicle and a van, with several occupants sustaining injuries including a broken arm. Family members and community members mourn as the funeral arrangements are announced.

Wyoming

Alaska Volcano Quiet After Violent Ash Cloud Burst

An Alaskan volcano, after erupting with ash and lava like flashes and smoke, has subsided and become quiet. Local observers report the flare lasted briefly with intense flame columns and airborne ash over the coastal peninsula near Toreysilla before calming.

Seattle Dune Volcante Noam Vermaintiat Mishan Phy Vic Coast Ruard Tepeyton Perry Vilia Morris Trenewt

King and Queen Rough It in Logging Cabin Tour

King George VI and Queen Wilhelmina begin a 24 hour stay in a rustic log cabin during their North American tour. They arrive at a national park at noon, surrounded by coats and wraps as they settle into the luxurious but simple accommodations.

Jauper Alberts June George VI O Wilén

American Legion Awards Given to School Students

The American Legion honored standout students from Brynn, Central, and Hawthorne schools. Glydis Miler and Robert Anach-er led Central with top scholarships, while Baye Wanter and Mayr donce earned recognition at Hawthorne. Robert Kurt Wilger and Margaret Appleste from Ueyanty joined the list, with Helens Bach noted among winners.

Yosuiday Baye Wanter Snt Mayr Donce Hawthorne Robert Kurt Wilger Margaret Appleste Ueyanty Thaimyeons Gloria Munson T. Helens Bach

Jews in Cuba Ship Tragedy Threat Halts Refuges Return

Aboard a Cuban ship loaded with 117 German Jewish refugees turmoil erupts as authorities order the vessel to depart Cuba. President directs a quick landing, Marines stand ready, while a delay is granted to refuel and provision for a return voyage. Captain Gudlay Shewedey tries to complete the exit with passengers aboard despite the tense standoff.

Tavana Cua Sune Leu Nile Hoy Treclient Frederica Laredo Ordor Guahnata Mrecksary Cuba Erin Hiner Tealbee Trent Alhouzh Fk Wae Horny Prohalle Gudlay Shewedey Nie St. Lous Pet Ander Lumgio Asinen

Broken Pipe Leading Clue to Explosion in Barberton

Investigators say a broken pipe may have caused the explosion at a two story brick school building in Barberton Ohio. Three prisoners were critically injured as rescuers dug through debris. Fire chief Claude Wilbor said a formal report will be issued later.

Barberton Ohio Makenhitt Claude Wilwor Junien Wilwor

Two Water Conservation Projects Near Completion in State

State water board chief engineer Donahue reports two major water conservation projects in Montana near finish. Upper Musselshell storage and West Fork Bitterroot storage near completion with equipment and crews on site. Tang River and Sloey planning finished earlier. remaining sites to be completed within the allotted time. Water areas already provide protection against floods and will aid irrigation for about 30,000 acres in the Musselshell and 60,000 acres in the Bitter Root region. Preconstruction work continues on Broadwater-Mainouet and Middle Crock storage projects as approvals and contracts proceed.

Monta KT Donahue State Water Board Tangue Donohue Musselshell Fuentah Auoune Tangin River Nichland Aurvayr Mada Dooolia Wait Ciallatin County

Pension Plan Beaten in House Amid Turbulent Session

A chaotic house session unfolded with a push to defeat a pension plan. Deputies clashed over revisions while witnesses described tense exchanges and delays. The afternoon deteriorated into confusion as members pressed Speaker and panel leaders for clarity on funding and future steps.

Road work bids open June 16 across Montana routes

The Montana highway commission announced bids will be opened June 16 for several highway projects. Planned work includes grading and construction of small bridges and drainage structures on 4.411 miles of Bowlde Cardwell road in Indefersan county, a four-span Amber trestle and drainage work on 8.0 miles of Terry-Hrockway in Prairie county, and grading surfacing with crushed gravel on additional projects including one 26-foot and one 19-foot bridge.

Montana Highway Commission Bowlde Cardwell Road Prairie Cowoty

Norwegian Lutheran Church Opens Meet in Great Falls

The Rocky Mountain district convention of the Norwegian Lutheran church opened in Great Falls with delegates from Montana Idaho and Washington in attendance. The Rev O M Skindso of Spokane presided. The opening was given by the Rev K E Frost of Waitellh Mant.

Great Falla Rocky Mountain District Montana Idaho Lantern Washington M. Skind Spokane Waitellh Mant

Washington Dune Votes Down Pension Bill Amid Turmoil

The House passed a pension bill by 302 to 97 after tense debate as lawmakers from both parties clashed over reconciling spending and policy. Political strains surfaced with minority leaders opposing the measure and the Republican whip warning of party divisions.

Washington Dune Townsend

Study of State Water Project Launched by Officials

Commissioner John C. Vagn notified Representative O Connor of an investigation into a $195,000 Bead Man's Nagin project in Musael shell county Manti. The inquiry, prompted by a letter to President Roosevelt, seeks review of water appropriation plans included in a $5,000,000 bill for water conservation and canalization.

Waahiurion Keelawalion John C. Vagn O'Connor Manki Musaelshell Manti O'Conyor Roosevelt Burrun Montana

Thetis Submarine Found Safe After Missing Dive

Birkenhead England June 2 The sleek new submarine Thetis was found this morning partly submerged with men aboard presumed safe. The admiralty reported 79 to 100 crew members aboard unknown if all survived after a test dive off Great Orme’s Head Wales. Captain Oram and Lieutenant Wooda were already evacuated from the vessel. The sub lay in about 126 feet of water with 18 feet of hull showing above the surface. The Brazen destroyer scotched the submarine earlier during the incident. Continued reports on page 2.

Birkenhead Eng Cammell Laird Company Admiralty Fimo Great Ormes Head Wales Aaid le Oram Wooda Brazen

Nazis Guarantee Yugoslavia Full Border Security

A distorted report notes Hitler promising Yugoslavia full border security during a lavish five day state visit with Regent Prince Paul. The German leader expresses confidence that frank talks will benefit both nations and peoples amid tense relations in the region.

Yugoslavia Herhin Gil

Senate panel signals no change to health program this year

Washington reports the Senate committee chair, Senator Murray, said there is no chance for passage of the national health program this year. The panel indicated that a revised version could be submitted in August, but floor action on the measure before August is unlikely. Senator Wagner is noted in discussion with the committee.

Washington Senate Brenator Wagner N.Y Murray Mont Withealm Sapator Ellender Imember Sereed

Germany Enthusiastically Cultivating Balkan States

Berlin reports Germany warmly courting Yugoslavia with Prince Paul and Princess Olga visiting for a five day state, signaling Berlin’s aim in southeastern Europe. Hitler welcomes the royal party at Bellevue castle as Goering and von Ribbentrop join the ceremony while Molotov’s talks in Moscow are treated with caution.

Berlin Nuzi Germany Balkans Paul Yaganivin Cty Bangig Olan Herlin Yugoslavia Moon Boliday Bellevue Castle Hitler Vyacheslart Molotoff Soriet Rusaiss Praemter Forelea Aasie Tilly Ps Molotoft

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