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Newspaper
Helena Independent
Location
Helena, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1939
Page
1
An evening parade will open the Guard Camp activities with troops forming ranks. An officer announced that the company will march in order, with riders and guardsmen taking position in the camp grounds for the preliminary ceremony.
Washington dispatch reports a relief appropriation bill advancing in the House for the next year. The measure, modeled after President Taft’s policies, totals 1 477 160 100 dollars with concerns that Congress earmarks could divert about 195 million to Public Works Administration heavy reconstruction projects.
West Point, June 1, President Roosevelt urged the nation to strengthen defense while stressing continued pursuit of peace through honorable and pacific international relations. He cited recent addresses and the need for prepared, united defense to deter threats and protect national interests.
A convoluted OCR text describes an arrest and murder charges against Hukoveh Arbagned. Judge TF Pawns presided at Parte as the suspect faced the court. The narrative mentions a Boat Tawi and references to a state penitentiary, with unclear names and timing.
In a dated notice, a female youth’s case is moved to juvenile court. The document references a 19th or early 20th century setting with names such as Margaret Math Well and Mable Ty trader. It notes a transfer action and mentions Nassau. The language reflects archival legal procedure with limited readable details.
Washington June 12 The IRONINE department announced state by state allocations of the 1910 national share mortgage for wheat. Montana is apportioned 3 783 007 acres, reflecting a substantial increase over the 1939 allotment. Other states listed include Nebraska 3 540 000 and Kansas 4 700 000. The report notes adjustments to ensure minimum county allotments and to align with 1925 periods and prior farm programs. The document outlines the broader changes for the 1940 wheat year and the method of distribution among states and counties.
A heavy police guard surrounds Sir Archibald Toby Kerr Clarke amid a plot to assassinate the British ambassador in Shanghai. Four suspects linked to Chinese and Japanese groups were killed, with authorities not naming nationalities. The ambassadorship, recently filled by Archibald, faced threats as investigations focus on the alleged plot and surrounding tensions in the International Settlement.
Senator Wheeler of Washington along with Dh. Mott urged the Federal Communications Commission to modify a regulation requiring fee international broadcasting from the United States. They argued the proposed rule could lead toward censorship and restrict broadcaste.
British officials rejected charges of appeasement and asserted a policy to meet force with force. The article notes tension over Poland and Moscow, with references to a parliamentary debate, arrests, and ongoing European power shifts. Continued on Page 104.
A small plane struck a golf course near a crowd of four women preparing to tee off. The craft crashed about 490 feet from the takeoff area, killing two occupants aged around 25. Investigators described a sudden loss of control as the aircraft dove into the course.
A disrupted House session debated amendments and party lines over the Neutrality Act. Members traded accusations as proposals to broaden controls and sanctions faced sharp opposition and procedural friction.
The week sees record Diamond Jubilee activity and a Kangaroo Court session at the Civic Center. Officials cite art initiatives and community aid programs, with Ms. Damen Wiley noting applications are open by June 26 as committees plan fundraising and service efforts.
The Game Commission plans to decide today on a proposed drift fence to direct migrating elk in the San River country near Wsuata. Officials, including Price of Laurel, indicated beaver surveys and planting plans are linked to the broader goal of increasing deer and beaver populations, with a beaver project set for two state areas.
Helena district trustees approve preliminary budgets for the school system. Administration will draft final figures and present them to the county commissioners by early July. The board expects to finalize budget details next month and publish updated totals.
Police say a family narrowly escaped poisoning when a burglar sent a note requesting a “librator squid” and gas was detected before responders arrived. Detectives traced the note to a suspect. a window was found opened and a $4 theft noted. Officers intervened as the intruder was alerted.
Washington June 12 Orders to continue federal pat imtion in the battle for insect control in western states went out to help from the bureau of entomology. The orders were relayed to field offices as congress rushed the program. Details mention funds and the broader push to operate under full steam with weekly expenditures.
A packed Jersey City foyer hosts a political rally led by Thomas Speaks. Key attendee Solmon Yims is freed amid debate over regulatory powers and crowd control. The event draws up to 14 000 people and aids legal experts including Arthur Carfield Hives.
King George of England told President Roosevelt by telegram that the kindness shown by the U S people has touched the royal couple aboard the train en route to Washington. The message praises the American gesture and expresses gratitude for the warm reception.
Washington June 12 A move to wipe out the undistributed profits tax was taken as the House tax committee proposed substituting an 18 percent levy on corporations with net income over 23000. The committee discussed replacing other tax measures and considering short term capital gains treatment while delaying enactment of permanent changes. The plan includes rules on asset realignment and potential limitations on carryforward provisions, with further details noted to appear on page 10.
An eighteen year old airman completed a remarkable across lake Michigan glider flight. The event began near Star Bean bay Wisconsin and ended after flying through gulls and over water to the eastern shore. Bellak, piloting the craft, reached altitude around one thousand four hundred feet before finishing the journey.
Washington June 12 A bill introduced by Representative Merce would establish a special committee to investigate polls purporting to measure public opinion on politics and other subjects The panel would study poll question training and the method of selecting respondents and test the accuracy of the queries and respondents excerpts indicate a broader probe into poll practices by Congress
In Danzig a Polish customs inspector, Lipineks, was arrested on charges of espionage and kidnapping after attempting to recruit storm troopers and cross into Poland. The event inflames political strains as Polish authorities protest and German authorities allege isolation and coercion in recent tensions.
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