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Newspaper

Helena Independent

Location

Helena, Montana, United States of America

Date

Jun 02, 1940

Page

8

Congress to outlaw foreign-controlled groups in new bill

Washington reports proposed legislation to ban membership in foreign-controlled unions such as the Communist and German American bands. It would not bar ideology but restrict active membership and funding. President Roosevelt considered a national defense council to coordinate counter-subversive efforts across agencies. A Senate hearing planned behind closed doors. The FBI formed a national defense investigation unit led by Hugh H. Clere to track subversive activity with about 250 agents assigned.

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President Roosevelts War Power For Economic Mobilization

New York June 1 AP The magazine Factor Management and Balance asserts President Roosevelt under existing regulation has power to issue compulsory orders and commandeer plants to further defense, signaling broad executive control over industry. It notes the 1916 National Defense Act and section 20 grant wartime powers, while discussing how rapid emergency could redefine government industry relations if a major war occurs. The piece reflects on the scope of executive reach in peacetime and wartime.

New York Managament and Balotebsace Roonevalt United States Pactory Chet Gaya War Industries Belog War Department Als Industris Sey Tronberell

Garth Former Helena Minin Dies in Colorado

E A Garth a former Helena Minin died today at 78 in Denver after a career that included operator roles in various towns. Immigrating from Germany in 1883, he lived in Philadelphia and Helena before settling in Colorado. He is survived by his wife, three sons and a daughter, all of Denver.

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Terrible Terry aims Nebraska governorship myth

Scottsbluff Neb June 2 P opponents label Terry Carpenter a decade in politics a stormy figure. The 40 year old businessman built a public persona with radio serials and bold campaigns from mayor bids to gubernatorial runs. He campaigned on pensions and liquor schemes, built a business empire, and his rise from small town roots to state power is framed as a modern American success tale.

Scottsmlutt Neb Terry Terry Carpenter Nebraska Terry-Bal Pappy Paes Chyapaisa Lea O'Daniels Texas Carpenter Radio Harvie Sefe Marzin Keith Neville Torey Deconte Batts Blutt Je Hie Long Sench Calit Ross Ely Troosavelt Songrens Norris Terry'n Mie Carpenter Grea Lincoln Jnin Bu Aioena Luialate Milan S & Newahoy Beottshloff Scotishft Rover i Terrytown Ile Almont Terry Cate Jeater

Governor calls conference on pilot training in Idaho

Governor Bottelfeyen proposed an eight state conference in the Ninth Army Corps area to organize civilian pilot training under the national defense program. J G Bruce of Idaho Utilities Commission, named by General Knox to direct the program in two corps areas, suggested regional committees to prepare data on pilots, equipment, and training facilities for rapid action if needed.

Pine Idaho Fottelfyen Toflay Ninth Army Corps J. G. Bruce Idaho Public Utilities Hnus Gol Frank Knox Chicago Anox Bruce Ayrea Paniel Bottelfeen

Senator Pittman Says No Immediate Danger From Invaders

Nevada senator Roy Pittman, chair of the Senate Foreign Relations committee, declares no immediate danger from invasion threats. He warns preparedness remains, noting war’s outcome could influence U S position, and cites potential fleet shifts if Britain and France fall. He skips attending a local wedding event.

Tylag Roy Pittman Nevada Senate Congress United States Hitler Jartlein Frahee Diltur Pitnan Germany Atlantic Pacific Thers Tulse Eland Hubert Alars Fon Hardy Teklisa Whett Attorothy McBirney Tillan Tantetat

Soviet Yugoslavia ties tighten after ratification talks

Between Yugoslavia and Soviet Russia a trade pact ratification was followed by private conferences between Prince Paul and Soviet Minister Verily Lauren. The discussions aimed to deepen ties as official ratification neared.

Yugoslavia Soviet Russia Prince Paul Verily Laurenthail

Death toll for week end reaches two hundred fourteen

The nation reports 214 fatalities during the long Memorial day weekend with 149 traffic deaths, California leading with 37 traffic and 19 other deaths. Drownings, gym accidents, and plane crashes also noted across several states.

California Colorado Montana Nebraska Wyomlog

Northwest Airlines action goes before Washington courts

Spokane June 1 a show cause order forces Superior Judge Greenough to prepare or certify a statement of facts in the $75,000 suit of Lorne Livermore against Northwest Airlines. The order, issued by Supreme Court Trustee W. J. Minar, follows a writ of mandamus over alleged improper settlement of the statement of facts. Livermore sued for the death of her husband Joe Livermore, a Northwest pilot, with a jury award previously $37,600 after a $76,000 initial claim.

Spokane Wash C. W. Greenourh Jude Sa Lorne Livermore Northwest Toda Greenough Supreme Court Trallee W. J. Minar Hn Alfidavita Judea Greenough Caor

Offer of Million For Taking Hitler Is Withdrawn

Dr Samuel Warden Church president of Carnegie Institute announced the 1 099 million reward for Adolf Hitler has expired without claim He said the offer was made after a letter from a European statesman predicting Hitler would attack the Maginot line and divide the Balkans Wealthy Pittsburgh residents subscribed the money during May to place Hitler in the custody of the League of Nations for trial for crimes against peace and humanity

Pittsburgh Samuel Warden Church Carnegie Adolf Hitler Ben Church Maginot Line Germany Italy Balkans Iettor League of Nations High Court of Justice

Royal Air Force Raids Three Nazi Bases in Holland

The British air force carried out raids on three Nazi bases in the Netherlands including Willemporg and Biase Sule near Rotterdam. Reports from NBC relay that target areas around Nieuwpoort and Ostend in Belgium were bombed, with fires started and ammunition destruction claimed. A separate line notes German aircraft destroyed in Narvik, while a cautionary tech aside mentions vehicle tire maintenance and fuel efficiency.

Royal Air Force Holland New York Royal Air Torea Harboun Willempory Biase Sule Torachalting Netherlands Hroadecoating Corporation N.B.C Niewmort Ostend Rotterdney Brien Nehuing Theregion Narvik Fron Ara

Woman from India to speak at Monteith State College program

Bozeman June 1 Traveling from Lombsy India Mrs Opal Petrausch Daft will be the guest speaker at the Woman's day program during commencement week at Monteith State College on June 3. She previously graduated from Montana State and was the 1940 Woman's day speaker. Her world tour began after her selection and she later married A E Daft. Her career includes work in Tokyo at the American consulate and a life of travel. She is daughter of Dr Luyelya Petramnett of Hoveman and was active in campus life at college.

Bozeman Lombsy India Howe Opal Petrausch Daft Aly Apear Monteith State College Mary Baxter Doramen Jaehatrman Duff Montana State Ahe Mia Haxter Trl

Roundup essay contest on state bank for youth

A historical feature outlines how banks serve public deposits and fund long term savings. It explains bank income sources from loans, investments, and fees, and notes protections like the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation. It argues banks balance profits with serving small depositors, urging trust in banking as a democratic institution.

Rainy stretch slows town as outages lash low wind

Readers report on days of light rain totaling .06 inches, leaving a .01 inch moisture deficit for June 1. A windy storm knocked Montana Power lines, cutting power for about half an hour and stopping elevators and till machines. Power restored after repairs and neighbors returned to normal. The forecast for last week was noted as cloudy.

Montana

Britain Brace for Invasion as War News From Europe Grows

Fragmented dispatches describe civilians along transport routes cheering returning troops while reports claim British air and naval units downed German planes and damaged a torpedo boat off the Belgian coast. Soldiers recount brutal fighting and refugees pushed ahead as Axis forces press toward Britain.

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White House silent on Italian messages report

Washington June 1 The White House gave no light tonight on reports of renewed exchanges between President Roosevelt and Premier Mussolini. Stephen Early the president's press secretary said there had been an almost continuous exchange between the president and the heads of various departments.

Washington White House Rooeevelt Muscolini Stephen Early Varlo

National Forest Timber Sealed Bid Notice for Missoula Region

Regional Forester announces sealed bids for merchantable timber on about 1200 acres in sections 17 15 30 and 2 T12N R7W MPM. Timber includes Douglas fir lodgepole pine and alpine fir with an estimated 1 950 000 ft B M plus 226 000 and 34 000 ft B M respectively. Bid deposit 286 required. Information from Forest Supervisor Helena Montana.

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