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Helena Independent

Location

Helena, Montana, United States of America

Date

Jun 23, 1937

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Braddock Loses World Title To Louis In 8th Round Knockout

James J Braddock collapses under a right hand at Comiskey Park Chicago as Joe Louis 23 wins the heavyweight title in a dramatic comeback. Referee Tommy Thorns counts Braddock out after 1 minute 10 seconds of the eighth round leaving the champion unconscious and carried to his corner.

Comiskey Park Chicago James J. Braddock Joe Louis Alabama Louis Traddeck Tommy Thowns Braddork Defenge Fraddiik

Washington Wins Classic Regatta in Intercollegiate Rowing

Paughkeepsin, SY June 22 The University of Washington varsity won the Intercollegiate Rowing Association regatta by four lengths with Navy second and Carlisle third. Earlier Washington freshmen won the two mile yearling test and the junior varsity set a course record by rowing three miles in 13 minutes 44 seconds. The varsity set a new course record of 18 minutes 33.8 seconds, surpassing California’s 1928 mark of 13:45.4. Washington had won that year in 19:03.5.

Paughkeepsin LPI University of Washington Telay Navy Carnell Husky Seattle Washington Washington Varsity California

Lasser Warns Workers at WAA Convention

Milwaukee June 22 David Lasser of Washington president of the Workers Alliance of America told delegates from 45 states at the third annual convention that industrialists were throwing aside democracy for open warfare of the Working Plan.

Milwaukee David Lasser Washington Workers’ Alliance of America Today Industrialista Pside

Girl of 17 testifies betrayal at Beverly Hills home

Delight Jewett a 17 year old from Denver testified in federal court that John Wuest Hunt a 33 year old follower of Father Divine betrayed her at his Beverly Hills home on Christmas Eve. She described being brought to Beverly Hills with three other followers, being assigned to Hunt's bed, and a sequence of intimate acts ending with a telegram to Father Divine. The defendants include H B Smith and two Los Angeles housewives Mrs Elizabeth Peters and Mrs Agnes Gardner who are on trial on Man act charges.

Los Angeles Delight Jewett Denver John Wuest Hunt Father Divine Beverly Hills Galt Charces Beverly Hils Mise Jewitt Hunt Ala H. B Smith Elizabeth Peters Agnes Gardner Jewett Hunt's Simith Mr Haunt Mr. Junt Father Divina Rethar

Mrs Fitzpatrick Sues For Divorce In Los Angeles

Mrs Christine Fitzpatrick sues Michael W Fitzpatrick for divorce in Los Angeles following an $80,000 alienation of affection judgment against Mrs Thelma Clark, widow of William A Clark and granddaughter of a Montana copper magnate.

Los Angeles Tung Christine Fitzpatrick Thelma Clark Michael W. Fitzpatrick Purser Mra Clark William A. Clark Ard Montana

Justice Brass faces $3411 short in fines found

County officials reveal a $3411 short in fines collected by Justice Brass with charges to be filed. An investigation by Justice Brass and state authorities identifies unturned funds and discrepancies from the last two years.

Justice Brass Williamson Finnees Elge Atttorney Wil- Hamaon Georg

Butte Killing Cage Jury Deliberations Continue On M1

A jury in Butte weighs the murder case of Tija Martino charged with killing captain Nicholas Aleksich on February 28. The panel retired at 10:30 o clock after hearing testimony and arguments from prosecutors and defense.

Butte Tina Tija Martinosich Nicholas Aleksich

Ariel and Caliban Reunite After Divorce feud

In Los Angeles on June 22 John Barraners known as Ariel and Caliban with Elaine Barrymore announced they are reuniting and returning to Hollywood. Barrymore said they will marry after his latest film, while Elaine claimed they are very happy and will resume vaudeville plans. The pair, once separated after a New Year elopement and prior divorce, plan to live together again as they pursue Shakespearean performances. Washington reports the social security board says 27,704,396 people received several security payments.

Los Angles John Barraners Elvin Ariel Caliban Clinch Barrymore Los An Louis Jacobs John Elaine Alsa Elana Hollywood

President Forces Senate Relief Bill Through

Washington reports Roosevelt forces override opposition to push a 1.1 billion dollar relief appropriation through the Senate in the form desired by the administration. An earlier attempt to return relief administration to the agency was defeated, and the Senate approved the measure by voice vote then sent it back to the House for various secondary amendments. The chamber also extended the Public Works Administration for two years, making 340 million dollars available from the revolving fund for grants and loans.

Washington Roosevelt Senate House Ganate Public Works Administration PAWA

Vote on Strike by Rail Brotherhood

Chicago June 22 A ballot was authorized by 350 delegates from five operating railroad brotherhoods to gauge support for wage demands of 20 percent. J A Phillips said results would be tallied at heads of the three brotherhoods meeting in Chicago on July 26. Fourteen nonoperating brotherhoods have also filed wage requests. The ballot will not necessarily mean a strike but will press for negotiations.

Chicago Atric J. A. Phillips Order of Railway Conductors Thyo Myooda Phillips

Witnesses Testify In Open Court On Liquor Referendum

In district court yesterday a broad array of witnesses testified in the case brought by Jack Whegins seeking to permanently restrain the secretary of state and the governor from any action to advance a referendum on the spread saloon law. The action aims to block certification of referendum petitions and suspend the measure.

Yeaterday Nevely Jack Whegins Pers Sant W. Mitchell Roy D. Ayers

Domestic labor and politics ripple across major capitals

Workers in Youngstown and Troona patrol strike lines while a five nation railroad delegates' ballot backs wage rises. In Detroit, auto workers rally for an amended GM contract as Ford literature is prepared. Washington sails a 1.4 billion relief bill through the Senate before House review. Paris sees Camilla Chautemps form a second front government as Britain, Germany and France quit the council.

Youngstown Troona Modistion Board Sallows Lewis Steel Cieaga Dorroit — Auto General Motors Ford Washington Senate Koe House Jando Great Britain Germany France Vialy Freadom Action Paris Camiila Chautemps Second Peoples’ Front

Just a Minute With Irvin Cobb

Santa Monica California June 22. A critique of American diplomacy mocks a series of gaffes by U S ambassadors. The column compares a Berlin nightmare claim with warnings about salutes in Manila and hints at Washington pressure. The writer suggests limiting diplomats to backyards while keeping the front door open for critique.

Santa Monica Calif Germany Nursie Paragorie Philippines Manila Washington

Peace Parley in Ohio Truce Amid Steel Plant Blockade

Army guards enforce a court order restricting entry to Republic Steel plants in Warren and Niles Ohio while Gov Davey extends troops into Stark County and Canton Massillon district. Mediation chief Taft notes uncertain progress as John L Lewis seeks a meeting with steel executives. Postmaster General Farley warns against mailing food into plants.

Warten Ohio Republic Sterl Corporation Warren Med Niles Davey Federal Mediation Board Cleveland Charles P. Taft Stark County Canton- Massillon Steel Republic Steel Corporation milliRa Alloy Aviston Xscond John L. Lewis Anper Ranan Republic Hethronem Inland Youngs Somerroy Canton-Massalon James Seccomba Canton Niles and Warren Niles Washington Farley United States District Court

Ghautemps Forms Cabinet Frange Front Government

June 22 report from Parta states Radical Socialist Camille Chattemps formed a second people’s front government with the aid and participation of Leon Tum, his associate. The new cabinet consolidates radical socialist influence in the region.

Parta Camille Chattemps People’s Front Governmant Leon Tum Eoclatiet Pre- Herosnor

Railways to Jointly Operate Montana Lines and Connect Tracks

The Interstate Commerce Commission authorized Chicago Milwaukee St Paul and Pacific and Great Northern to acquire one half stake in each other’s lines in Fergus Gascade and Teton counties Montana. They will operate jointly and abandon some lines, constructing connecting tracks at Lowhatown Hanover Spring Creek bridge Forgua West Great Falls Sun River Flume Chateau with completion by December.

Washington Interstate Commerce Commission Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul and Pacific Railroad Great Northern Railway Fergus Gascade Tetoni Montana Tia Lowhatown Hanover Spring Creek Bridge Forgua County West Great Falla Sun Hiver Gancades Flume and Chateau Teton

Morrison Cave Park Land Grant Approved

Wallington June 22 The estate public lands committee approved authorizing the Interior Secretary to convey land for Morrison Cave State Park. About 1600 acres between Whitehall and Three Forks in Jefferson and Gallatin counties are involved.

Wallington Esehate Public Lands Wheeler Montana Uhe Jande Atate Morrison Cave Whitehall Three Forks Jeffers and Gallatin

Navy planes complete long nonstop flight from San Diego Bay

Twelve United States Navy armed planes completed the navy's longest nonstop flight today, landing after 27 hours and 68 minutes following take-off from San Diego Bay. The twelve ships flew 3,086 miles over Coco Solo Canal Zone June 22.

Coco Sola Canal Zone United Stated San Diego Bay

Senator Norris Much Improved After Illness

Washington June 22 Senator George W Norris Ind Neb 75 who faced illness was said to be much improved tonight after doctors reported no attack of a physical condition and that his condition had stabilized.

Washington George W. Norrie

Four Powers Quit Nonintervention Council Over Spain Crisis

London June 22 four major powers Britain France Italy and Germany left the nonintervention council table as Europe faced a crisis from the Spanish Civil War. Germany was seen deciding on unilateral action after failing to gain support over alleged torpedoing attempts against the German cruiser Leipzig off the Algerian coast. A British steamer carrying 1700 Spanish refugees was halted by insurgent trawlers near Saint Jean de Luz and later allowed to proceed after British battleship intervention. The German press also published a bitter editorial by Adolf Hitler accusing the conference of failing to agree on action.

London Europe Germany Great Britain France Italy Leipzig Algerian Saint Jean de Luz Mariata Moler Mariana Moter Resolution Santander Fratica

Montana State Federation of Labor Opens 46th Convention

Bozeman June 22 delegates and members reconvene for the second day of the Montana State Federation of Labor annual convention. New officers for two years to be announced. some resolutions urge using the state teamsters committee as bargaining agency with the Highway Commission. Violet Syracuse dies at 17 in Hollywood hospital from complications after surgery. she was a dancer and singer.

Bozeman Mindrad Montana State Federation of Labor Unett Fadaration State Teamsters' Committee Montana State Highway Commission Violet Syracuse Hollywood Calif Complicaona

Rapid spread of bubonic plague menaces the West

A 1940s report warns of bubonic plague spreading in a new form among western animals. C. R. Eskey of the U S Public Health Service cites sylvanic plague carried by ground squirrels and fleas as the main transmission path. The note stresses prevention among ground squirrels to curb spread toward the Ohio River and beyond.

Denver United States Ohio River American Association For the Advancement of Science C. RB. Eskey U. S. Public Health Service San Francisco Bakey Inwellinga

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