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Helena Independent

Location

Helena, Montana, United States of America

Date

Jun 24, 1932

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Colima Quake Toll and City Turmoil Rise

In Colima Mexico the quake siege rages with a tidal wave likely claiming about 100 lives. Governor Saucedo pleads for aid as thousands flee wrecked towns and 2000 evacuees from Cavatlan arrive seeking food medicine and shelter amid stretched relief.

Colima Mexico Fer Salvador Sauceda Ted Croasna Orrenyi Cuvurlin Howes Cavatlan Ernar Paris

Brave Little Billy Loses Long Battle After 270 Days

In Dinettord Connecticut Hastings notes a 270 day struggle ending with the death of Brave Little Billy. A hospital crowd of about 19 000 gathered as supporters hoped for a different outcome but the patient passed away.

Little Billy

Senate relief bill by conference coming up

The relief program approved by both chambers faces a possible veto by President Hoover. The conference authorizes a $2.3 billion package, with key bond issues and large loan powers. The White House stance centers on the bond feature, while differences remain over funding allocations and the Reconstruction Finance Corporation's borrowing limits.

Rit Foover Garner Howee Senate White House Tha T Reconstruction Corporation

Helena Kids Talk Fireworks Freedom Under Commissioner Wine

Helena youngsters ready for Fourth of July thrill as City Commissioner J R Wine lifts restrictions on fireworks. After years of bans in the Northwest, Wine grants annual permit for celebration. Stores report early cracker sales while federal displays remain limited. policy change signals renewed local festivity.

Helena J. R. Wine Tay Nas City of Cela

First Woman Nominated NH Attorney Dies at Home

Bristol New Hampshire June 28 Maude Ferguson, first woman elected attorney in New Hampshire and delegate to the national convention, died at her home tonight. Medical examiner ruled death by suicide. Authorities note she had health issues.

Bristol Maude Ferguans

Women and Children Join Southwest Marchers to Washington

El Paso Texas July 24 The main body of marchers from California numbering over 1000 men women and children left the city today by auto mobile truck and freight train for Washington About 690 men rode aboard in Texan and Pacific freight trains despite railroad cautions There were no disturbances About 410 persons rode in 180 automobiles and trucks The city donated fuel and lubricants to aid the trip The marchers leaders under ROW Robertson hoped to reach Fort Worth tomorrow night

el Paso Texas Jung Caliifornia Washington Texan and Pacific

Veterans in Capital Face Food Shortage and Funds Drop

Washington reports growing food slack and dwindling funds threaten veterans encampments. Army appeals for expedited payments as the $12,000 weekly total shrinks to about $3,000 with donations falling from $1,000 per day to under $140. Strong entities include Washington, veterans, Army, and funds sources.

Washington Veterans’ Army Dons Paymenta Iona

Legate Confers Blessing of Pope on Dublin Assembly

Dublin crowds at Phoenis Park witness papal legate confer a blessing on the gathering of Catholic men led by Archbishop Glannon. Amid outdoor rites, a sea of candles lights the park while voices over loudspeakers carry the service across the massed attendees.

Dublin Carrdinn Raed Phoonis Park Inftv Trish

Eddie Windsor Prince of Wales Natal Day Birthday

Eddie Windsor, Prince of Wales, marks a natal day with golf and dinner for royal members. The British public notes that the most popular prince remains unmarried and observers ponder the throne’s line of succession.

Eddie Windsor Prince OF Wales Poartnes Tha Hood Pacra

Legion Leader Quinn Urges Aid for Disabled Veterans

John R. Quinn of Los Alamos past national commander of the American Legion urged continued support for disabled veterans. He spoke in San Diego as the Disabled American Veterans gathered, stressing welfare and care parity with other veterans.

San Diego John R. Quinn Loa An- Raton National Commandaer American Legion Hanhled

Hailstorm Kills 200 in Honan and Wrecks Villages

Dispatches report 200 persons killed and thousands injured as a severe hailstorm struck western Honan province from Sunday. Hailstones as large as beebats fell for two hours, destroying 400 villages, razing homes and crops, leaving widespread desolation. The event is described as without precedent in the region.

Nanking Honan

Wheeler urges discard of two thirds rule at Democratic convention

Chicago June 23 Senator Wheeler a Roosevelt strategy leader joined Senator Hull in urging that the two thirds rule be discarded if needed to avoid a long drawn out bitter contest. He said the party must avoid an antiquated rule that could wreck the convention and prevent minority groups from blocking leadership.

Chicago Wheeler Hull Democratic Party

Senator Walgh Starts Fo Scene Of Battle

Washington June 23 Senator Walth of Montana advanced by Roosevelt forces for permanent chairman of the Democratic national convention left today for Chicago Alliance Neb Walter Ahege 14 son of Frank Abege Al Manca banker was killed when the automobile in which he was riding turned over into a ditch year here

Washington Walth Montana Roosevelt Chicago Alliance Walter Ahege Frank Abege al- Manca Walter T. Brown Associated Press Albany N. Y Democrat

Medicine mixing in Chicago

Chicago dispatch reports Democratic contenders Smith and Reed Byrd and Murray pressing toward the nomination as Roosevelt forces maneuver for a platform stressing economic issues. Rumors and denials circulate amid private and public conferences as convention plans advance slowly toward Monday start.

Edward J. Duffy Chicago Roosevelt Smith Reed Byrd Murray Eupreme

Figures of al on the opening ballot figures

Chicago June 23. Alfred Smith headquarters issued a statement called official computation frat ballot. It shows Roosevelt 670 votes, debt less than a majority, and 148 doubtful. The Smith tally No 1 lists Roosevelt 570 Connecticut 16 Massachusetts 16 New Jersey 92 Pennsylvania 3 Rhode Island 19 Porto Rico 4 Canal Zone 6 1468. Doubtful Indiana 40 Minnesota 24 New York 94 146. Delegates instructed for favorite sons 298.

Chicago Alfred Smith Roosevelt New York Massachusetts New Jersey Pennsylvania Rhode Island Porto Ries Canal Zone Indiana Minnesota

Billings Lawyer Named Leader of Erickson Club

Grover C Clael a Billings attorney was yesterday chosen president of the Erickson for Governor club at a Helena directors meeting. The club has opened headquarters in the Montana club building at Fudler and Sixth avenues and an interim nominating slate will be announced soon. G G Watt of Helena is treasurer of the group.

Billings Erickson Club Grover C. Clael Erickson-for-Governor Club Helena Clael Governor Erickson Montana Club Fudler Sixth Avenues Intenalya Compalenta Erickson Henun G. G. Watt

Terror of Bad Men in Old Days Is Dead

Long Reach Calif June 23 Death today stilled the terror of Guthrie Okla’s first chief of police Albert Kerehner, 77, famed as the best pistol shot in the territory and who battled bands led by Bil Doolin and the Dalton gang. Born in Ohio, he remained vigilant against desperadoes in old age.

Long Reach Calif Pniup Kerehner Albert Guthrie Okla Bil Doolin Dalton Ohio Ted

Chicago Mayor Orders $4,000,000 Back Salaries Paid

Chicago mayor Anton J. Cormak conferred with loop bankers on the city’s finances and three hours later ordered $4,000,000 in back salaries paid to police, firemen, teachers, and other civic employees. He said the payment was not a direct result of the meeting but the discussion gave him optimism.

Chicago Anton J. Cormak Thea

Rioting in Germany as Hitlerites and Reds clash nationwide

Berlin June 21 The AP reports continued street clashes across Germany as Hitlerites and communists battle in major cities including Dortmand and Dateburg amid police efforts to disperse large crowds. A policeman died in the turmoil and Joseph Goebbels assailed the government at a Tevlins palace rally. authorities warned of measures to clear streets.

Berlin Adolph Wits Sndtatinty Conmunista Ienaction Tole Dortmand Dateburg Arenaatiot Tams Pure Crom Dnjivlem Espilendita Joseph Goehbels Ler Frans von Papen Xereat Tevlin Porta Palace Fle

Roosevelt forces move to end nominating rule at Chicago meeting

In Chicago on June 23, Roosevelt supporters met in a four hour strategy session. They unanimously adopted a resolution to abrogate the 100-year-old two thirds nominating rule. James A. Farley announced Senator Wheeler of Montana will lead the drive to name Senator Walsh as permanent chairman of the convention.

Chicago Roosevelt James A. Farley Franklin D. Roosevelt Wheeler Montana Walsh Farley DeWepapermen Friends Lmvery

Democrats Begin Work on Platform Amid Economic Distress

Francis M. Stephenson reports Roosevelt aligned factions of the Democrats work on a platform led by Gilbert M. Hitchcock. The committee focuses first on the economic crisis while considering a repeal of the eighteenth amendment. Hitchcock warns against pledging the party to prohibition.

Hitchcock Francis M. Stephenson Chicago Roosevelt-controlled Resolutions Committee Gilbert M. Hitchcock Roosevelt Alfalfa Bill] Murray Oklahoma Pledg Senate Nebraska Paramount

Lausann e Pact proposed to end Franco German bickering

June 23 1932 in Lausanne Chancellor Franz von Papen proposed a Franco German alliance to end Europe s oldest enmities and address France s invasion fears. Direct talks followed with representatives of both governments as Britain and France reportedly discussed broader security options.

Melvey K. Whiteleather Associated Press Lausanne Switzerland France Germany Franz von Papen Europe

Disarmament Proposals Sidetracked at World Meet in Geneva

Geneva reports say American disarmament plans to cut world armaments by about one third were sidelined at the World Conference. In private talks, France proposed budget cuts as a method, while the U S pressed to keep Hoover’s program for formal consideration in the general conference rather than in informal three power talks. Washington sources say the United States will not join any security pact.

U. S Geneva T. S. Lipsey, Jr Hoover France America United States

Carey Kills Self in Billings Hotel

Billings June 23. F L Carey a 46 year old special agent for a group of fire insurance companies based in Great Falls was found dead in his Billings hotel room with a bullet wound to the head. Coroner Frank Smith ruled it a self inflicted death.

Billings F. L. Carey Great Falls Frank Smith

Possible Roosevelt to attend Democratic convention

Albany dispatch reports Governor Roosevelt may travel to Chicago for the Democratic National Convention. The plan hinges on a deadlock among rivals or his possible nomination, with aides believing his appearance could calm rival factions. Roosevelt had said he did not plan to go, but the possibility persisted.

Train Delayed by Grasshoppers in Canada

A passenger train was delayed in southern Manitoba as grasshoppers swarmed the rails. The insects covered miles of track inches deep, forcing the crew to proceed slowly for about 20 miles due to lack of hands to clear the line.

Winnines Man Southwear Manitoba

Wyoming Coal Union Threatening Strike Threatened

Cheyenne Wyoming June 23 Union officials warned of a possible strike by about 3500 Wyoming coal miners starting July 1 after they rejected a proposed 20 percent wage cut in a new scale with mine operators. The mood remained serious as leaders sought averted disruption.

Cheyenne Wyo Wyoming

General Atkinson Heads Confederate Veterans

Richmond Virginia June 23 General Homer T Atkinson of Petersburg Virginia was unanimously elected commander in chief of the United Confederate veterans at their reunion in the city this afternoon.

Richmond, Va Homer T. Atkinson Hetersburg, Va United Confederate Veterans

American Dancer Presented at Court of British Royals

Unotion June 23 American dancer Adele Astaire now Lady Cavendish was presented to the king and queen. The duchess of Devonshire did not appear and the scene drew surprise as the dancer’s mother-in-law and sponsor, the Dowager Countess of Albemarle, stood in. The event followed Adele’s recent marriage to Gerald Cavendish Cavendish. A red-coated guard helped the Omaha, Nebraska girl reach the royal carpet for the royal call.

taTi Adele Astater Lady Cavendish Norsety Albio Gerd Charlen Clavendiah Omaha Net Buckingham

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