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Helena Independent

Location

Helena, Montana, United States of America

Date

Jun 05, 1937

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Wheeler Speaks on Proposal 10 Courts in Montana

In Butte on June 4 Sena Wheeler declines to let President Roosevelt bend the U S Supreme Court to his will. The Montana Democrat argues the court should remain independent and not subservient to Congress or the executive branch. He urges citizens to think for themselves and warns against a court that mirrors executive power.

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Confused World Briefs Cover Strikes Courts and Royals

A garbled world news summary notes Senate requests Ford workers for questioning amid labor unrest and a Chrysler dispute. It references a Supreme Court vacation and unresolved administration cases. foreign reports highlight the Duke of Windsor and an American bride at an Austrian castle.

Poven Detroit Senate Ford Streke Chrysler

Great Northern Extends Emergency Stock Rates to Aid Montana Growers

Great Northern and the state railroad commission extend emergency stock car rates from August 28, 1946 to September 30 to help Montana growers weather a potential dry spell. The rate cut, started during drought, allowed western shipments at half the regular fare with a 15 percent return-charge, easing feed transport and urging other railways to follow.

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Today and Tomorrow by Walter Lippmann on Spain and neutrality

In this column Walter Lippmann argues that Spain's civil war must stay localized to prevent a broader European war. He praises Britain France and their governments for seeking a measured policy, urges supporting their neutral stance, and warns against forcing intervention that could widen the conflict. Continued on Page 2.

Mritain France

New Mexico People Hope Dam Will Hold

Carlabad June 4 Reardants of the lower Pecos valley breathed easier tonight in renewed confidence that McMillen dam eighteen miles north would withstand the impact of a flood crest. Leaks threatening the earth dam were plugged by reclamation engineer LF Poster, preventing immediate danger of collapse.

Carlabad Pecos Val McMillen Dam Rand Nga LF. Poster

Two Livingston Restaurants Closed After Employee Strike

Livingston June 4. Two leading Livingston restaurants closed as members of the waiters and cooks union walked off their jobs at noon. Disagreement stemmed from wage and hours issues. Committees representing striking employees and the employers will meet Saturday night to try to resolve differences.

Livingston Tavingston Conkn Isen

Conference Over Big Steel Strike Yields No Results

Unrest continues as Governor Davey of Ohio meets with Steel Workers organizer Paiki Murray and union leaders in a third day of talks with seven states in contention. Officials deny details as Republic Steel claims a settlement nears while clashes erupt in Michigan. Michigan Governor Murphy orders reinforcement after threats of reprisals. Auto plants in Michigan face new disruptions though Chrysler resumes some work. Ford workers face testimony in D C over plant tensions. A 6,000 strong New York highway and elevated workers strike looms amid union pressure. Movie industry strike widens in Hollywood. Continued on Page 2.

Stid Cimly Davey Ohio Paiki Murray Steel Worker's Organizing Committee Teepublic Republic Steal Corporation CTO Newberry Upper Michigan Trent Chrysler General Motora Packard Delvale Pontiac Mie Ford Motor Company Civil Liberties Wasington Somerlinn Yielenes Ford Dearborn Mink New York Waion Jeaders Hiamissala Holly

President Ro u ls Roosevelt Jr. in Harvard house chase

June 4 Cambridge Mags reports Franklin D Roosevelt Jr son of the president roulett a robber from his Harvard College house. He and fellow students pursued the intruder but the thief escaped. Police said the raid occurred early today as the second floor room resident heard a noise and shouted an alarm.

Cambridge Franklin TL Roosevelt, Jr Roulet Harvard College House

Court plan compromise not to be made now

President Roosevelt assailed the Supreme Court for leaving major administration cases undecided while on a four month vacation. He urged faster decisions on cases of public interest, saying six months should be the maximum, and pressed Congress to consider a court reorganization. He noted administration talks with Senator Robinson and discussed farm relief and housing measures along with court policy and labor standards. The president criticized a long adjournment and warned of government constraints until fall.

Washington Roosevelt Supreme Court Congress Robinson Tolinson Trankhead Ala Wagner N.Y Ron Tennessee Valley Authority Public Works Administration Securities Exchange Commission P.W.A Liglus

Duke of Windsor Carries Wife Across Threshold in Austria

The Duke of Windsor and Wallis Warfield celebrate their wedding by the threshold ceremony at Wasserleonburg Castle in southern Austria after a 24 hour train journey from Franvest. The couple then travel by car to their secluded home, with the duke writing telegrams and embarking on a brief tour by speedboat Coloredan with Consul Allen Napier nearby Venice.

Duke OF Windsor Noetsch Austria Wasserleonburg Eudward Wallis Warfield France Tod Franvest Arnoldstein Raath Homa Dui Milan Venice David Edward Newlyweda

Besieged Bilbao Hopes For Relief Amid Front Drive

In wartime dispatches from New York on June 4 the federal council of churches urged continued government relief until industry can absorb the unemployed, signaling higher taxes if needed. Meanwhile in Spain, Gen Emilio Mola was mourned after his death and Franco led the funeral march as Bilbao’s siege and the northern insurgent advance dominated news.

Spain Morgan Emilio Mola Chiattain Arnilfas Francisco Franco Mola Bilbao Filhao New York The Federal ‘Equnesl of Churches of Christ

Just a Minute with Irvin S. Core

Santa Monica California June 4. A relaxed coastal feature contrasts California’s single coastline with Florida’s two shores and Everglades. The piece notes California’s beach life including Palm Springs trips for artists and the occasional excessive relaxation that lingers. Irvin S. Cobb comments on seaside amusements and regional attitudes.

Santa Monica Calif Florida Everglades California Alvery Palm Springs Irvin Cobb

Continued rains boost crops in parts of state

Weather reports say southeastern Montana received soaking rain overnight while the northeastern district saw little change. Helena recorded above normal precipitation, with a trace to a light inch. Snow fell in Augustave area briefly, but overall rain may not aid the crop outlook. County Agent W. H. Alenstein noted Townsend had showers and some mountain farmers saw snow, yet the rain generally won’t curb the drought. The storm is moving out as warmer weather is forecast.

Montanas Helena Montana County Ament Alenstein Townsend Anguatn

Montana water program wins Roosevelt backing for funding

President Roosevelt approved Montana’s multimillion dollar water conservation plan and pledged federal funds to implement it as a permanent drought solution. Senator Murray said the president endorsed the program after a White House meeting and indicated federal money could be provided to complete its six major projects estimated at about 3.09 million dollars with WPA approval. The plan includes Buffalo Rapids, Glendive, Saco Divide, and Milk River Irrigation projects to save livestock and farming regions, with WPA and reclamation bureau cooperation to accelerate work under WPA regulations.

Washington Montana Roosevelt James WM. Murray White House Murray Wallace Northwest P.W.A Buffalo Rapley the Sanator Mantoua Glendivenie Buffalo Rapids Reclamation Bureau Wala W.P.A Talor

Two Young Slayers Awarded Life Terms in SD Penitentiary

Two youths from Chisago area Westberg and Christensen pleaded guilty to an attempted robbery near Ada Carey of Ninni. They were sentenced to life in prison after Carey, a teacher, was shot twice and beaten during the failed robbery, according to Judge John F. Wighea. The case stems from an incident on May 21 involving Carey offering them a ride.

Onida Normal Weatberg Howard Chinatonge Chisago Hard Laber South Dakota Cheef John F. Wighea

Wages and Hours Bill Gains AFL Support

Washington reports that the American Federation of Labor gave qualified backing to federal wage and hour control while urging quick transfer to organized labor. AFL President William Green cautioned that a broad general standard would oppose democracy and private industry, backing a limited measure targeting workers earning under 1,200 annually as an initial step.

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