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Helena Independent

Location

Helena, Montana, United States of America

Date

Jun 16, 1940

Page

11

Queen of Merchant Marine Ready to Go Without 108

New York April 16 Adolf Hitler has deposed the American queen of the merchant marine, the America, after her 30,000 ton launch at Newport News. The ship, 41 decks, capacity 1,219 passengers and 634 crew, is not to be delivered until after the war if Congress allows. Built in 1967 by the maritime commission for a 10 year program, the 124‑foot twin-screw liner is valued around 17 million dollars with the U. S. Line having contributed about 4.5 million.

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America's ship America praised as the world’s safest liner

The maritime commission touts the America's embodiment of modern American style with bleached woods, color, and ornament. Walls feature paintings by prominent American artists while the ship uses latest fire-proof materials and safety devices, earning the title world’s safest ship.

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Dillon Man Drowns in Big Hole River

Mion June 16. Joseph Maclroski 26 drowned in the Big Hole river near Glen last night while cramping. His brother Garnest Maciroski and Riley Deadman with Jim aided but he sank. The body recovered today. Maciroski came to Glen from Terry Montana.

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Republicans Prepare Their Convention Plans in Philadelphia

Philadelphia on June 16. The Republican National Committee preparations committee has bannered plans for the 1936 convention opening June 24 in a hall built for Democrats four years earlier. Philadelphia mobilizes as the nation’s third largest city, with decorations costing 14800 and facilities for press and travel.

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National Republican Convention Televised for First Time

The Bellevue hosts expanded news crews as ABC writers and cameramen join national political coverage. Convention opens June 24 at 10 a.m. with an invocation, anthem, and Harold Starson as temporary chairman. Platform vote expected midweek, with nominations to follow and speeches capped at 30 minutes for candidates.

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Theatrical Schedule Features 1940s Technicolor Shorts

A scrambled program list shows Dorothy Lamour Robert Froston Wendy Barrie and Johnhy Dawns in companion features. Disney cartoons and musical numbers headline the film bill with actors Ann Bberiden Pab O'Brien Warren Willem and Baby Sandy in various vignettes.

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Water Works. Montana Men Form Association

Billings report on June 16 details the Montana Water Works Association's organization meeting. J K R Cortese of Livingston elected President, Roy Page of Great Falls Vice President, G R Helswanger of Billings Secretary Treasurer. Trustees named Fred Quinnell, Kurt Wiel, and O C Shogren. About 30 delegates attended with expected membership around 200 upon completion.

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Nests Reach Across Malayan Islands for Bird's Nest Soup

Nests from the Malayan Islands play a crucial role as over three and a half million edible bird nests have been imported by a trader for conversion into bird's nest soup. The trade underscores the region's reliance on swiftlet nests as a valued delicacy and commercial commodity.

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Bankers of Montana Meet in Glacier Park Convention

Glacier Park hosts the 27th annual Montana Bankers convention with sessions on loans investment and legislation. Speakers include D J Needhan of New York Abdul general counsel for the American Bankers Association and several regional bankers and academics. The association will conduct nominations and elections Tuesday morning.

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