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Newspaper

Helena Independent

Location

Helena, Montana, United States of America

Date

Jun 25, 1936

Page

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Welford Leads Langer In North Dakota Primary Vote

Governor Walter Welford held a substantial lead over former Governor William Langer for the Republican gubernatorial nomination as returns from 381 of 2,242 precincts were counted in North Dakota. Welford 22046, Langer 1647, with limited tabulations for other races and factions within the party vying for control of nonpartisan long-term positions.

Fago Walter Welford William Langer North Dakota Wolford Langer Congress Wiliam Eeinke Union Party Asher GL Burdick Lemke John Moses Democratic Gubernatoriat Ole H Olson James F Morrow Tefuina Moyer Merrow Welford Republican Party Stata

Eagles of Montana Converge on Butte

Thousands attend Montana gathering in Butte as 160 delegates join a three week convention season. The event opens with a July 4 celebration and runs through a July 9 rodeo, with expected attendance around 16 000 visitors and various district attractions.

Montana Butte Dutte Drith

World News In Brief Blooms of Convention and War Worries

In Philadelphia the Democratic convention applauded Senator Robinson while a Roosevelt attack loomed. A two thirds rule vote in Los Angeles was delayed. Chicago faced hot winds and threat of drought as Topeka reported vacation plans. New York discussed a Communists attack and GOP launching sharper tactics. America and Japan flared with talk of summons and Soviet warship moves under scrutiny.

Philadelphia Robinson Roosevelt Orltice Los Angeles Chicago Northwest Topeka Landon Vecationn Calorada Rockies York Reosavalt GOP

JAPS MAY SEND WARSHIPS TO PUT CURE ON HOSTILE CHINA

Indignant Japanese hinted a squadron would be sent from Port Arthur to patrol Chinese waters amid attacks blamed on China. They urged withdrawal of Chinese patrol vessels from northern waters unless China eases tensions. Reports say four Japanese seamen were wounded when Chinese cruiser fired on a Japanese destroyer near Tangku.

China Tientaln Chinen Nave Japan Tangku Taingta Shantung Province

Railroads Agree to Lower Rates in Drought Counties

Gov Holt asks railroads to ease cattle movement costs amid Montana drought. Northern Pacific and other lines file tariffs with the Interstate Commerce Commission, proposing round trips and reduced rates from grazing fields to feeding grounds. The plan ties to 85 percent of base cattle rates and 16 percent for grazing to origin. Await Washington word on state aid and broader publishable tariffs.

Bliner Holt Montana Railrouny Ays Foranteston Hoavy Riter Yates North Dakota Dinllona Interatate Movement Authority Montana Commission Trintalo Wote Dsaun Sts Authority Areis Northern Paritic Railway Company Ality Gesteling Am Mie el Singy Sant Yaten Beaneh Montana Hilings

Defeat of General Custer Remembered at Memorial

Hardin and the nearby Village of Crow Agency prepared to mark the eightieth anniversary of General George Custer and his command at the Battle of the Little Bighorn. Hundreds arrived from across North America. participants from southeastern Montana and northern Wyoming expected. Governor Holt to give principal address. Guy Elmer Holt, the sole Cheyenne survivor, present.

iCrow Grorue Custer Tate High Horn Indiana Montana Wyoming Pata Aaldierk Rerl Wo Krunmiler Berdin Governor Watl Guy Elmer Holt Helinvert Cusler

Laurel mill fire destroys Laurel Milling Co. losses soar

A June 24 fire at Laurel Inn destroyed Laurel Milling Co property with damage around 50. Other losses included 800 in power lines and poles. The incident involved high tension lines, a Japanese channel incident, and four Chinese brigands noted by J J Mills of Billings while the owner undecided on rebuilding.

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Northwest Montana Storm Pat North of Spokane

Tornado risk and electrical storms hit northwestern Montana and central Idaho. Reports describe heavy rain and damage near White Bird and Camay prairie with undermined banks and power outages in Sulllieyall Mont ford area as storms moved through the region on June 24.

Spokane Wash Washington Idaho Montana White Bird Saeed Emiree Pizta Camay Prairie Sulieyall Montford Toma Power Tel Pah Bolee i Revere

Montana Delegates Back Administeration Platform

Montana delegates prepared to accept the administration sponsored platform. They planned to vote at the convention, abrogate the two thirds rule, and follow administration wishes. Senator Murray and other figures were noted in the day's political events, with reminders of William Jennings Bryan tribute activities.

Philadelphia Montana Democratic Committee Dinas Weir Caudy Moniay Croit Falla Au Lin Enn Murray Lott Nlypiqna Tadty Mt Lugs Lamorro Hardin Rattlefield Jontor Sanainr Vregcesana Democrata William Jennings Bryan

Montana Power Declares Regular Quarterly Dividend

Montana Power announces a regular quarterly dividend of $1.60 net per share on preferred stock at an 8% stated rate. Payment is set for August 19 to stockholders of record as of July 19.

Montana Power Company

Democratic Nation Urges Victory in 1936 Convention

A Philadelphia convention report quotes Senator Joseph Robinson urging Democrats to advance in the 1936 battle, vowing voters will not return to defeated Republican leadership. Discusses platform defenses of the Roosevelt record, Supreme Court decisions, and calls for unity behind a genuine Democrat nominee amidst platform debates and potential GOP bolt threats.

Phildelphia Republicang Joseph Robinson

Party Leaders In Control And Platform Likely To Be President Wish

Philadelphia June 24 A long ailing campaign story outlines the Democratic platform and the White House ties. Delegates and leaders push a Townsend plan and anti White House sentiment while notes of labor law and constitutional stance frame the convention. Delegates move toward a platform that aligns with President hopeful goals as factions contend over representation and the nation’s fundamental laws.

Wallace Offers Farmers Plank For Abandoned Plan

Wallace outlines a farmers plank urging expansion of domestic farming, cooperation with states, and higher consumer purchasing power through reemployment and wages in industry. He pledges to work within federal power for balanced production and abundance while securing markets for American consumers.

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Just a Minute With Trin S Done

Fragmentary dispatch from Santa Monica and Philadelphia hints at a bitter political campaign. The text blends garbled reminiscence of wartime figures with disjointed travel notes and a stray interior reference, leaving readers with little coherent context or verifiable facts.

Raymond P Bausch Killed In Car Crash

Raymond P Bausch 26 of Los Angeles was killed instantly when his motor car skidded on a highway and struck a pole. He had come to visit his parents and Mrs John Maash, whom he had not seen for 10 years. his sister Tarry Talon of Towlgown was severely injured in the crash.

Raymand Fas Angeles Thabet Mehwan

President Roosevelts administrative push widens bills list

President Roosevelt toils in Washington approving and signaling bills to expand federal actions for officers corps and the Walsh Healy measure. The White House aides briefed Saturday night on plans to push about 150 items, with priority on shipbuilding, wages, and employment rules as drought effects above South Carolina and Georgia prompt dispatch of aid workers and tuition for farmers.

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Roosevelt battle cry at Democratic convention in Philadelphia

At the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia on June 24, Senator Rothman of Arkansas attacked the Supreme Court while noting its decisions stand until reversed. The gathering faced internal strife over party platform and vice chair appointments, with committees racing to reach an agreement as money, monopoly, and governmental reform issues loomed. Amid tense conference room talks, unity efforts continued into the night as speakers urged cohesion and party support for the platform.

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Dispute Over Minnesota Delegates Faces National Committee

A split among Minnesota Democrats over credentials for the state’s 24 convention delegates prompts threats of floor action. The national committee voted to seal both delegations with two votes split between the Moonan and Wolf factions. Ryan warned a vote would occur only if the Moonan delegation can seat before the national panel.

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Robinson Address to the Democratic National Convention

The address of Permanent Chairman Robinson to the Democratic National Convention will be found on page 4 of this data of The Hoetona Independent.

Robinson Hoetona

Republicans Likely to Carry 48 States Says Leader

Washington report quotes John DM Houliton predicting a Republican sweep of 48 states and electoral votes. He cites the party’s strength in Western states and in Cleveland era sentiment, noting plans for formal nomination of Col Knor in Chicago on July 30.

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