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Newspaper

Helena Independent

Location

Helena, Montana, United States of America

Date

Jun 12, 1940

Page

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Italians kept in dark on war news

Rome reports its first air raid alarm but no confirmation of enemy planes. Italy and Germany deepen allies as Britain and France remain the focus. The Italian radio hinted at a later communique while British and Geneva reports note air raids on Malta and Italian possessions in Africa.

Rome Italy Germany Britain France Stiil Malta Geneva Aiwpald Umberto Ana Theugra Ha Swles Telegraphic Agency French Tunisia Gorwita

Deal to Give Allies 37 Million in War Supplies

New York June 11 under a deal effected by the war department and the U S Steel Export Co the allies will get 37 90 000 worth of surplus munitions equipment and ordnance It was announced tonight by United States Steel Corp Local steel sources said the transaction stated an important step in one with President Hoover s pledge to aid the allies The wheel corporation said its export subsidiary would receive no profit The United States Steel Corp tonight confirmed the preliminary statement and the conclusion of negotiations for the purchases by the U S Steel Export Co of various surplus munitions equipment and ordnance supplies now held by the War Department

New York Juno War Department U. S. Steel Ex Port Co Alles United States Steel Corp Hoogevalt Wheel Corporation Washington de U. S. Fiteel Export Co U. S. War Department

Italian Attack to Be Started Today

Geneva reports from both sides indicate Crown Prince Umberto plans to mobilize Italian shock troops to strike the French in the southern Maritime Alps. Advices reached Geneva on Wednesday confirming preparations for an offensive.

Geneva Bwitcerland Umberto Fy Maritime Alps

Roosevelt endorses Stop Hitler Now movement amid war aid push

Washington June 11 President Roosevelt warmly endorses the Stop Hitler Now drive and moves to rush material help to the Allies as Congress approves surplus war bonds disposal. He notes the ad written by Robert Heberwood and praises the effort as educational to the nation while defense spending climbs to 6 021 619 622.

Washington Roosevelt Congress Senate Moose- Yelle Hla Denk America Hitler Flandara Waldy

Defense Tax Bill Passes Body Amid Swift Vote

Washington June 11 With only six adverse votes the defense finance bill rushed through in a day by a heavy roll call 306 to 6. It would boost taxes about 61 billion and raise the federal debt limit to 40 billion. Secretary Morgenthau to explain to the Senate finance committee tomorrow as Senate approval expected next week. Senator Byrd said an administration amendment would cut overall federal expenditures by 1 percent except defense and fixed charges. The bill would increase all personal income taxes and surtaxes for those who pay them.

Washington Rouxe France!n Defense Financiax Crawford Thee Wis Walcott Mich Alexander Minn Thorkelaon Mont Marecantonia Recratary Morgenthau Ponata Finance Senate Byrd

German Army Presses Marne Drive Toward Paris

German forces pound fierce resistance along the Marne as they push to cut off Paris. Allied defenses stand near Paris as bridges are blasted and forces enveloped in large-scale German operations north of the Seine. Reports note heavy casualties and prisoner captures amid a tense, widening confrontation.

Paris

Squads of Army Planes Land Safely After Fog

A squadron of 19 army attack planes en route to allied forces was forced to land at multiple air ports due to dense fog and deteriorating visibility. Five reached Mitchell Field, others landed at Keyport New Jersey Middletown Pennsylvania East Keansburg New Jersey Camden New Jersey Lakehurst New Jersey and Allentown Pennsylvania. One aircraft piloted by Lt Colan T Melly Jr crashed in Brooklyn causing minor damage and injuries. Flight purpose and origin cited as Marchfield California with Buffalo intended as final stop. officials offered no confirmation.

New York Caatera Mitchell Fold Army Base Cek U. B Army Mitchel Field Keyport N. J Middletown East Keansburg Camden Lakehurat Bolling Warbington D. C Allentown Colan T. Melly, Jr Brooklyn Street Helala Army Muarchfield Catt

Wolf Greek man in critical condition after fall at Power High School

Great Falls June 11. Dilding of Wall Creek is in critical condition at a hospital after being overcome while cleaning a canal pool at Power High School. H D Faden of Wolf Creek narrowly escaped serious injury, both men rescued by youths who summoned help. Dildine required two lung motor dispatches before revival. both were taken to Great Falls by police ambulance for medical care.

Great Falls Dilding Wall Creek H. D. Faden Wolf Creek Dildine Faden Mark Shannon Fadon Dildion Great Falla Pollet

Britain's Air Force Raids Italian Bases in Libya and Eritrea

Ontario premier claims fuel and fascist sympathizers in the United States are organized and awaiting orders to invade Ontario. He urges able-bodied men to prepare for defense and questions the Dominion government’s ability to protect homes, factories, wives, and children amid potential cross Atlantic action. The premier notes urgency as he recuperates.

Britain Libya Eritrea Ontario Dominion

Mediterranean War Blows Hit North Africa Front

British and Allied air forces report rapid replies to Mussolini threat in North Africa. Raids target Italian bases in Libya and Eritrea, striking airfields, hangars, dumps, and vehicles. Seven Italian raids on Malta cited with losses and damage. British statement notes casualties and equipment losses across the theaters.

London Jne Sritnin Mirdromen Komba Mussolini Acon JiaHtan Belist Mala Mediterranean Ualy Linya Egypt Buce Canal Aamara Eritrea Red Sea Humnan British War Office Alebt Malta

Canadian Visitor Urges U S Not to Enter War

Canadian publicist Dan Campbell tells Alberta chamber officials that Canada seeks no direct war involvement but wants stalled U S aid. He says the United States should lead a postwar rehabilitation program, while Canada stays vigilant on the war’s progress and vows no capitulation to Axis forces.

Canada United States Dan B.C. Campbell Pub Nelty Alberta Campbell Chamber of Commerce HR. H. Fietther Plaus Sine Highway Commission Vaid Caneds Nooda Campbell Fata Druatu Great Britain Hitler England

One Dead in Geneva Raid Across Swiss Border

A foreign war plane, likely Italian, dropped bombs on a Geneva suburb near the French fort, killing at least one and injuring six. Residents fled to shelters as French antiaircraft fire met the attacker. the bomber was driven off and an all clear sounded after about 45 minutes. Carouge, southeast of Geneva proper, and nearby Champel suffered blast damage.

Geneva League of Nations Nlp Carouge Ure of Geneve Saleon Tock Mila Genava Champel Fraton Switzerland Fred Woader Salova Bwlen Nnlf Franfer

Radio reports from Africa and Europe spark war updates

Bulletin from New York reports Allied bombers flying over Ethiopia and Italian occupied regions. South African air force raids and naval activity are noted along with border tensions near Helis and Lunlanis. Paris reports blackout drills and artillery seen in northern France as Rome records air raid alarms with officials silent on ongoing reports.

Tomy Ymagtan Ata

Combat Zone Extended to All Mediterranean

The state department announced an extension of the combat zone to cover all of the Mediterranean, prohibiting American shipping except near the coasts of Portugal and Spain. Lisbon remains outside the zone as a possible European port for American ships after Italy's entry into the war, while ports along the northwest Spanish coast are opened to shipping.

Washington State Department Roosevelt Mediterranean Portugal Spain Lisbon Italy

French Take Up New Positions On Historic Marne

The Associated Press reports French forces, for the second time in a generation, take positions along the Marne east of Paris as the battle nears the city. Gasoline shortages and transport difficulties hinder residents seeking escape while government papers and rumors swirl amid thinning utilities and cooler, cloudier skies.

Marne Associated Press Party France

U S Liner Stops Submarine At Sea Aboard Washington

In a dawn encounter off the sea a U S liner under Captain Manning wards off a submarine that threatened to torpedo. The ship and crew, 1,026 passengers and 570 crew, remained calm and followed safety drills as a second submarine appeared on the horizon. The captain affirmed the ship’s American status and the sub officer signaled to proceed.

Thera Seagarr Thin Thin Linn Rape Manning

Zurich farmer and two daughters crown in ranch reservoir

Chinook Idaho June 11 Wadelsa a 64 with daughters Elowora 14 and Julie 12 drowned in a reservoir near their Zurich farm home seven miles north. Wadeska and two younger children witnessed the tragedy. The mother jumped in to help and was pulled ashore by the others.

Wadelsa Elowora Julie Nouth Zurich Mia Wadelsh

Tourist border ports to open Saturday in Montana

Montana set to begin operations at new border ports on Saturday with 11 entry points including Culbertson Miles City Crow Agency Gardner and West Yellowstone. Officials say attendants selected to greet tourists at the ring entry point and expect rising travel as war abroad prompts more tourism. Yellowstone park reports 47 048 visitors, up 49 percent from last year.

Montana D. A. Mellunon Perro Feault Yellowstone Park McKinnon U. S. Department of Interior Altor

Liners Washington Captain Had Adventurous Life

New York June 11 AP Captain Harry Manning skipper of the U S Liner Washington, halted in a submarine, has led an adventurous career at sea and in the air. In 1920 he commanded the Minont to rescue men from a foundering freighter. He later captained the Ameren, becoming the youngest master of an American flagship of her tonnage. He also aided the transfer of Chief Engineer Batten from the S S Scanden New Orleans, and in 1940 became a licensed plane pilot. He served as navigator and radio operator for Amelia Earhart on a projected globe flight that ended with a crash in Honolulu.

New York Harry Manning U.S Washington Minont Florida Fie George Fried America Resco Alven Comand Th Ameren Ony Ifo Batten Cranford Yatton New Orleans Manning U. S Amelia Farhart Honolulu Koosevelk

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