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Helena Independent

Location

Helena, Montana, United States of America

Date

Jun 17, 1940

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Fresh Move by Soviets on Baltic States

Moscow June 16 Soviet Russia announced Estonia and Latvia agreed to free passage of Soviet troops and form new governments to ensure honest implementation of mutual assistance pacts. Reports say Lithuania accepted unlimited Soviet troops, with garrisons near the German border. German embassy informed of ex president Antanas Smetona and other Lithuanian officials interned in Germany.

Moscow Russia Estonia Latvia Red Army Lithuania Lihuanis Agrend Atiradas Smétona

Stockholm In Doubt About Soviet Play

Stockholm reports Soviet Russia with the Red Army already occupying the Baltic states moves to press similar ultimatum demands on Latvia and Estonia as Lithuania. Reuters says Russian troops and large air forces are reportedly in Lithuania. negotiations for a new government face difficulties. Interior Minister General Skneas and police chief have been arrested and sent to Poland.

Stockholm Russia Tathunnia Tin Olifmatoma London Lithuania Thin Dinpatch New Kavernment Minintar Skneas Palles Perlain

Somers Youth Dies in Accidental Ranch Shot

Edward Hearies, 20, of Somers, was killed at the A G Bolz ranch cant when a gun in Reamer Bolz hands discharged. Three other persons in the room were questioned by the county coroner before the inquiry ended.

Bontera Junn Edward Hearies Somers A. G. Bolz Ranch Reamer Bolz Fiathead County Corrner

German Host Moving Ahead Like Human Juggernauts

Basel June 16 AP French forces pulled back across a wide front from the Moselle to Basel as German shelling and a retreat press the defenders eastward. Reports say French troops organized an open stand under General Maxime Wey and kept a determined line despite heavy losses.

Basel Vrance Milalry Magmot Inc Jong Tha Npme Jay Adolf Hii Siwel Moselle Lorraine Maxima Wey

Move Made by Russians Causes Stir

London reports and Allied observers note the Soviet march into five Lithuanian cities as Stalin’s first step amid rising European tension. Kaunas sources hint at a new government formation and possible Lithuanian participation in the European conflict, while President Antanas Smetona reportedly fled the country.

London Lithuania Joseph Stalin Europe Mitte Teulers Kaunas Massa Prisc

Reynaud Rumor Says He Is Coming to America

New York dispatch reports a Trajan radio broadcast or rumor claiming former French premier Paul Reynaud is coming to the United States. The broadcast was heard in New York via CBS.

Reynaud America New York Trajan Paul Reynaud France United States CBS

Malta Bombed Again by Italian Raiders

Malta reported a new air raid by Italian raiders with immediate results undetermined. Thousands of Maltese hid in rail tunnels while others left Valletta for surrounding villages as refuges centers were set up in each locality.

Malta Valetls

German Announcement on Baltic Action Report

Berite June 17 German report says Russian troops will occupy additional Estonian centers to enforce pacts. The Estonian government reportedly resigned after accepting demands while Lithuania’s Kaunas faces a siege with half a million Russian troops declared to seal off the city and restrict civilian movement.

Baltic Berite DNB Sews Ment Kissa Tn Mthosoia Kauvoas Lithuania

Turins Industrial Center Destroyed by French Air Raid

The Associated Press reports on June 16 that French air raiders destroyed the entire industrial center of Turin Italy. Other dispatches note German forces advancing through eastern France reaching Dole Burgund y and a cooling French air opposition. A Romanian crisis sees Premier Tatarescu resigning.

New York TPA 13 NBC Turin Italy Basel France Dole Burgundy

Adjournment Looms as Congress Hopes to End Session

Washington June 16 The Democrats indicate hope of adjournment this Saturday despite bipartisan calls to stay in session. Senate Leader Barkley says enough can be finished in six days to dispose of major measures, while defense taxes and emergency appropriation await House action after Senate amendments.

Washington Senate Barkley Kentucky Wiy Congress Perth Wen Ter

Butte Man Dies After Bitter Root Auto Crash

Victor June 16. Walno Maki a 28 year old Butte man was killed instantly in a car crash on US 93 south of Hamilton. The vehicle was driven by Sylvester Graham of Great Falls and involved Pete Tanu sak and Ted Siomt of Stevensville. Maki was inspecting a door and was struck by its handle during the collision. Sheriff Oliva and coroner Dowling said an inquest will follow.

Victor API Walno Maki Butta Inn Automobils Here Jamen Oliva Sylvester Graham Great Palix Hamilton Maki Pete Tanusak Stevensville Ted Siomt Tantsak Graham Graham Wold Maki Wan California Royall County John Dowling

Auto Horn Sparks Fire in Garage Blaze

Tiamiton June 16. John Copley awoke to a continuous car horn from his garage. Firemen hauled the smoking machine outside and prevented the blaze from spreading. A short circuit triggered the alarm and minor damage resulted.

Tiamitton Tejas Copley Ife Damas Croley Hana Bursine Piewmep Alan

Mexico Awakens to Great Peril In Europe War Context

Mexico City reports from June 16 describe a government shift toward closer ties with Washington on far reaching issues. The German advance in France heightens urgency to settle the petroleum dispute with Great Britain and align policies regarding aliens and maquiladora tensions as democratic nations face global conflict.

Mexico City France Maxican Boeing Washington Great Britain

World War Vet Dies From Runaway Injuries

World War II veteran Chavien Irwin, 62, died after injuries from a runaway incident at a west rail yard near Sullapelt. The accident occurred Saturday when workers fled in panic and Irwin was knocked beneath a bay rack.

American Gunboat Peril as Japs Bomb Chungking City

Chungking June 16. Bombs rain on the American gunboat Tululla and aid on Chungking, smoke blanketing the city. Lt. Robert Gormany commands the 370 ton craft as bombs strike districts including near the United States embassy and foreign consular area. Five hundred bombs cause casualties. two enemy riders shot down. The French Catholic school and Bible school near the Seventh May Adventist mission are wrecked. Three American mission residences and the Chungking hotel are damaged, with 20 foreigners at the hotel reported. No canal attacks confirmed.

Chungking United States Tululla Robert Gormany Rath Eggwlinensen Plaka Neraony Honse Lens Maneps Ninoy Cathalle Mia Bible School Pauling Firen Chungking Hotel Tsing, Wan

Defiant British to Wage Long War in Europe

The Nrlugh declares they will fight Adelf Iter to a finish as Germany exhausts resources in a risky offense. An authoritative statement notes even these resources may not suffice if Germany aims to empire and conquest within months. Prime Minister Churchtld outlines wartime policy in Parliament amid Franco's land resistance. The fleet remains capable of enforcing the blockade following Italy's entry.

Fondon Nrlugh Adelf Iter Germany Unitax Empire Churchtld House of Commons Liat Europe Italy

Forsyth Boy Drowns in Yellowstone River Near Bridge

A 12 year old boy from Forsyth, Mallard, drowned while rafting on the Yellowstone River near a bridge. The raft broke from its moorings as the group of four boys drifted. Mallard attempted to reach the bank but was swept away and never recovered. Parents Mr and Mrs Gale Ballard and a younger brother witnessed the incident.

Vornyt Merevin Mallard Forayeh Yellowstone Hteair Ballacd Hays Drake Tallard Hank Wayton Youngeter Patrick Reedy Meruln de Parients Gale Ballard

Three Fires Break Out in One House Investigation

Horene firemen battled three fires in a vacant house at 20 Ralph Street last night and early Saturday, aiming to determine the cause. The third blaze, reported around motte, caused the most damage and threatened total destruction. Wall integrity was not yet assessed.

Hepen Atonclye Ralph Street

Petain Chosen France's New Leader After Reynaud Falls

Amid rising Nazi pressure Frances chooses 84 year old Philippe Petain as premier, replacement for Paul Reynaud whose government collapses. French forces push southward as two million troops advance toward the Swiss border, abandoning Maginot Line defenses for open front positions. The Reynaud cabinet falls after late night conferences and a likely urgent message from Coutinnad.

Bordeaux Frances Marsha Henri Philippe Petain Paul Reynaud France Pellmel Nazi Germany Thasa Boyet Swilerland USA

Rome Avers Italy Is in This Battle

Italy reports engagement in a broad battle across Europe and Africa. Allied forces clash with Austrian and German units as Italian, French, and British aircraft exchange hits. Several planes and submarines are destroyed, with heavy fighting near Genoa and in southern France.

Rome Italy Aginend Genoa Muaan Aouthern France East Africa Muntqua Adie Mediterranean Anil

Bundist chiefs released after police questioning

Ten officers of the German American Bund arrested by Pennsylvania state police for questioning were released. Identified by Sgt. Edward C. Siekel are Gerhard Wilhelm Kunze, 34, of New York acting leader, and Gustav Joseph Elmer, 49, of Hoboken, New Jersey, secretary treasurer.

Reading Bund Fonmaylvanis Edward C. Siekel Gerhard Wilhelm Kunze New York The Land Gustav Joseph Elmer Hoboken N. J

Two Missoula Men Drown When Boat Tips on Lake

Two Missoula men drowned when their canvas boat tipped in Lake Missoula 20 miles northwest of town. The coroner reported the boat was overloaded and capsized. Several other boats were nearby but could not reach the victims. Bodies were recovered later from the lake.

Missoula Dimon Appentot Tha Ceatt

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