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Helena Independent

Location

Helena, Montana, United States of America

Date

Jun 20, 1940

Page

3

Opposition over sending navy ships to Allies continues

The article notes opposition to aiding Allied navies as the Senate and White House discuss policy. It reports favorable responses from several countries, a plan to delay 20 torpedo and submarine chasers, and a contract change with Electric Boat to sell ships to Allies, with Byrd seeking full committee explanation and Roosevelt's approval cited for strategic production benefits.

Germany Tisly Pod Welles Capriol Hill Navy Phagos Ponts Waleh D. Masa Sprute Gasal Affairs Committee Electric Boat Company Groton Conn United States Byrd Naval Committee Stephen Farke White House Roosevelt

Canada Faces Grave Emergency Debates War Preparations

Ottawa reports Prime Minister W L Mackenzie King declares grave emergency and urges no delay as government presses compulsory military service and manpower mobilization. Other items note naval expansion support, citizen tests for radio operators, defense appropriation approvals, army industrial college training reform, home defense debate, tax forecasts, and aircraft engine transfers.

Ottawa W. L. MacKensie King Canada Unis Vinson House Naval Toorevall House Rules Committee Rayburn Teas Wesern Commmications Commission War Department Maj Cyrus Shelton House Military Committee Anderson D. Mo C.c.c. Keyn Anderman Morgenthur United States Ford Motor Company Rolls-Royce Motors Buta Japan

IAZIS CLAIM FRENCH ARMY IN UTTER ROUT

German dispatches report major German advances along the Maginot line near Strasbourg Toul and Lunéville as French defense crumbles. Berlin commentary signals harsh terms and readiness for further action while avoiding specifics of armistice terms. Authorities dispute unauthorized Munich agreement rumors amid prep for possible peace negotiations.

New York NBC Lyon Mgh Defennen Strasbourg Bulwark Kent Toul Luneville Popole Italia France Germany Berliner Borsenzeitung England

Mian severely hurt by tumble into dam near Rocky Boy

M W Long was severely injured when he slipped while inspecting a boat safe at the Bonneau dam reservoir on the Rocky Boy Indian reservation, was swept through a tunnel into irrigation ditch, and taken to Havre Hospital where doctors expect recovery.

Hayre M. W. Long Bonneau Dam Rocky Boy Indian Reservation Here Long Havre Hos- Val

Masons Hold Last Meeting of Season in Butte

King Selomon's lodge No 4 A F and A M held its season finale last night conferring two third degrees in full form Refreshments were served and Mayor Charles A Mangworth of Butte spoke and assisted in one degree

King Selomon’s Lodge No. 4 A. F A. M Charles A. Mangworth Butte

Rainbow Girls Meet Tonight at Broadway Masonic Temple

The Helena Rainbow Girls will hold their first meeting of the week at 7 20 PM tonight in the Broadway Masonic Temple. Several members will be initiated, with a program and refreshments planned. Mrs Shelton Hampton, mother advisor, announces. Masters and Masons are invited. DIES OF INJURIES Havre June 18 Injeuries feared when he fell at his river valley ranch home concluding the death of William Trackeray 67 Pioneer Hill county stockman who came to the section about 1887.

Helena Broadway Shelton Hampton Havre Rivar Valley William Trackeray Pioneer Hill County

IA Officials Ahead for Seattle Extension Opening

Conlon Mesto and Thomas Walfe representatives of Western Alt Jiyprean visited briefly en route to Seattle for the Pan American Airways extension ceremony from Seattle to Juneau Alusiva.

Seattle Conlon Mesto Avconnujden Thomas Walfe Trattte Ssaille J Pan American Airway Juneau Alusiva

VFW Encampment Opens in Miles City This Week

Miles City prepares for the 18th annual Montana VFW encampment with commander Jack Boorman of Shelby and auxiliary president Mrs Tina Reitan guiding the sessions. National instructor William L. Wilson from San Francisco arrives to attend events, including drum corps and drill team competitions and a late night parade scheduled Thursday.

Miles City Marc- Jng Montana Department Veterans of Foreign Wars Jack Boorman Shelby Tina Reitan Waltetish Veterans’ National William L. Wilson San Francisco

New York Court Rules on Russell Matter

The New York Appellate Division unanimously affirms voiding Bertrand Russell's appointment as a city college professor. The court rules only the city corporation counsel may appeal for the Board of Higher Education after Justice McGeehan voided the appointment. Chandler had refused to appeal and the board used private counsel.

New York Bertrand Strussel Appellate Division State Supreme Court Today

French Troops Engage in Major Loire River Battle

Bordeaux reports French forces clashed along the Loire river in a sizable engagement as troops reportedly delivered a heavy attack before withdrawing to steady a more favorable line. The action underscores ongoing efforts to stabilize positions on the central front.

Loire Bordeaux France Lotra

U S warning to Italians outlines postwar aims

The Tribuna reports a stark warning from the United States that France and Britain possessions in the Western hemisphere will not be annexed. Italian editors debate harsh terms for France and looming German pressure, with officials noting US commitment to the Monroe Doctrine.

Tribuna Thera Giornale d'Italia Germany Vergailles Ni Popolo di Roma Armistica France Ike Unen Britain England Virginio Guyda Glornale d'Italia Mussolini Italy Winston Churchill United States American William Phillips Monroy Quiana Marlinique Guadeloupe West Indies St. Merre and Miquelou Newfoundland

England and Germany clash in night long air struggle

British and German air forces fought along the east coast in a night raid campaign described as the start of Britain's defense during the Battle of Britain. The dawn count cited 12 killed and 30 wounded as waves of Nazi planes hit east coast towns and shipping while British fighter squadrons struck back over German and Rhineland targets.

Beoul Svensslav Beotland England France Britain Winston Churchill Lower Thames Germany Rhineland Paliament

Bombing of Ruhr Targets Marks Air Offensive

The Royal Air Force conducted night raids on Ruhr targets including Bremen Hamburg and Dortmund as part of a broader European air campaign. Weathered by heavy anti aircraft fire, several German bombers were shot down. Allied forces reported 360 bombs dropped in ten minutes at Bremenaloe and another raid noted as a second attack within 48 hours.

Bremen Hamburg Wrankfort Wespa Castrop

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