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Newspaper
Helena Independent
Location
Helena, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1940
Page
3
Washington reports the Agriculture Department’s forecast for winter wheat at 488,455,000 bushels and spring wheat at 229,000,000 bushels based on June 1 conditions. Last year winter and spring outputs, yields in key states, and national averages are noted, with June 1 conditions showing various crops near or above normal.
Nearly 100 4 H clan delegates from northern counties travel toward the state convention with stops in the state capitol and other points of interest. Local delegates Mia Hilger Evelyn McEineney Lona Hilger A Brasa Jr Ning Lillian Stone accompany the Lewis and Clerk county delegation.
A string of guests checked into the Harvey hotel including T. H. Hamstond of Great Falls R. FL Roberta of Houndup and A. K. Langfellow of Anaconda. Visitors Margaret McWallon JJohn Campbell George W. Larr from Miles City and others registered, with Jono R. Fage of Phillerburz among the listed guests.
Rome radio said hostilities started four hours earlier with plans for a first war bulletin. Insurgents reported over Paris as anti-aircraft guns roared. London notes the Paria Bourse closed early after a quiet session. In Melbourne police began a roundup of Italians as 27,453 Italians reside in Australia.
Amid mass demonstrations in 1937 Rome style scenes, Mussolini vows to break links with western democracies and aligns with Germany. Posters claim Italian rights across the Mediterranean, while crowds chant support for a pact with Hitler. Students and workers mobilize as the Duce proclaims Italy’s steel pact and calls for neutrality from neighbors. Divorce filed by John Condon references a May 5, 1927 Sacramento marriage.
Ottawa reports the Italian steamer Capo Nos 3,922 grounded and set afire on the St Lawrence to avoid capture as Canada and Italy head toward war. Canadian minesweeper Bras dOr components arrived with the Paris, crews from Rimouski to assist. the Cape No 1 crew surrendered to Royal Canadian Mounted Police as flames burned.
London reports Roosevelt's address strengthens Allied morale by pledging unwavering support. He asserts U S resources, with Allied effort, will fuel the fight against fascist tyranny. He counters claims of isolationism and predicts the dictators must reckon with American resolve.
Vital statistics list marriages for Walter L. Johnston and Bob McAfee of White Sulphur Springs and August J. Ludwig with Nancy Allen Crump of Helena. Births announced for Edwin Svey’s parents in Boulder and C G Adams and Ada Wirether’s children in Helena. Obituary notes: August Rimmerman, 86, dies in Marysville with Cathedral services planned. Mrs. Bary A. McDonald of Helena dies at her niece’s home. funeral arrangements to follow in Anaconda.
President Roosevelt delivered a broad wartime address at a university graduation, urging speed in mobilizing resources and unity for defense. He stressed courage, sacrifice, and freedom, noted Congress actions on navy, air force, and army expansion, and referenced Italy's war stance while urging allied resolve to safeguard democracy.
In Welena Kalapell June 39 the Montana State Council of Electrical Workers held its 1341 convention in Hatena. Neil McDonald of Hutte was reelected president and others of Noeta were reelected at the annual meeting. Toothbrushes from eo jar jthalle are made by children to Java.
The House swiftly moves to expand the air force to 10 000 aircraft and authorize 456 000 009 in appropriations while awaiting final approval. The Rules Committee backs a 1 004 000 000 defense tax program for debate. Roosevelt seeks legislation enabling the Navy to bid the Matter-than-air craft of 1 009 000 cubic feet capacity for experiments and patrols. The Army plans to trade about 160 combat training planes, mostly B- E2s, with private manufacturers for potential sale to allies. The Senate Judiciary Committee urges alien registration and fingerprinting as a wartime measure. Delays stall votes on road powers and the weapons program. Amendments from Chairman Sheppard allow military trade-ins of obsolete weapons, with critics questioning the method of aiding the Allies. The package would suspend one year restrictions on Army Air Corps size and authorize manufacturing facilities and a special defense fund of 68 000 900 plus 66 000 000 in contract authorizations. The president would gain embargo power over strategic war materials, and aviation gasoline could be included in that authority.
Emil Schwartz, a former Helena fire department member, filed for nomination as constable of Halana township on the Republican ticket. His retirement from the department followed an injury sustained years ago in the line of duty.
A U S Navy bomber en route from Buffalo to Hurltop Maine crashed in a storm near Mariaville on June 10 1944, exploding and killing pilot Allez B Suilman 26 of St Louis Missouri. Curtiss Wright officials said weather was suspected and investigations are underway by Curtiss Wright corporate and Navy aviation teams.
Partial transcripts show mixed Republican and Democratic reactions to a president’s address. Senators Pittman King and May praise or critique aid policy while others like Vandanders and Johnson weigh neutrality and support for democracy. Debate centers on aiding allies, debt terms, and nonbelligerent stance.
Fragmentary text mentions a judge and a Veteran groups listing American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars, Disabled American Veterans and the rank insignia. The readable portion hints at a memorial or obituary context but lacks clear names, dates, or places.
Reports from Paris describe German forces crossing the Seine and pressing toward the capital as French and American units resist on multiple fronts. Premier Reynaud pledged continued Allied resistance while Mussolini announced Italy’s entry with Germany, signaling broader European war developments.
Lena youngsters enjoy a full schedule of craftwork and games as summer playgrounds start under Jim Wheaton. Parents must sign permission cards. playgrounds run at Central Hawthorne and Bryant schools 4:30 to 6.15, with open house 7 to 8 o'clock each evening.
Damage actions totaling 936000 were filed in district court here yesterday against J O Heath by Nettle Hollzapple and Carol Dellinger. Defendants allege they were injured in an automobile accident December 21, 1999 near Herlowton while riding with the plaintiff. Nettle Hollzapple seeks 15000 damages and Carol Dellinger 20099.
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