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Newspaper

Helena Independent

Location

Helena, Montana, United States of America

Date

Jun 25, 1940

Page

3

Address of Gov Stassen as Temporary G O P Chairman

Minnesota's 33 year old Governor Stassen urged Republican unity at Philadelphia for four national fronts in a keynote speech for the convention. He assailed the Roosevelt record on national defense, foreign policy, domestic welfare and government integrity, calling for pre paredness, a hemispheric defense, and a reorganization of government while criticizing New Deal policies and alleged fifth column activities. He praised cabinet appointments by the President but urged decisive action and a calm, strong American stance.

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Part of U S Fleet in Hawaii Departs on Secret Mission

A U S fleet including an aircraft carrier steamed away from Waikiki amid rumors of a move toward the Panama Canal. Pearl Harbor ships Nevada and Indianapolis remained active, while the carrier and guard destroyers reportedly head toward mainland waters.

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Navy ship sales halted by president amid warship debate

President halted sale plans for 141 World War I destroyers amid Navy expansion talks. Edison said no ships were sold while pressure to sell was discussed. Roosevelt called generals and officials for a briefing. negotiations and authorized contracts for 48 more vessels and two dozen submarines were debated, with a move toward noncompetitive bidding and substantial naval funding.

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France Accepts Bitter Peace After Long War

Reports from the front describe France agreeing to armistice terms after extended conflict with Germany and entry of Italy. Government plans moving to Bordeaux area to begin rebuilding while Paris remains under threat. fighting ongoing until terms are formalized within 48 hours.

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Stop Willkie Movement Begun By Republican Group

A fragmented account of the Republican convention shows a Stop Willkie movement forming among eight GOP House members opposed to Willkie as nomination. Reports cite Maryland, Pennsylvania and New England delegations weighing Willkie gains while Dewey questions large scale delegate translation. The keynote and scenes reveal crowd energy as debates over policy and unity unfold amid mentions of Taft, Dewey, and Roosevelt era context.

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Funeral notices for local residents amid obituaries

Vital statistics report the deaths of Mra Harelat Roward and Hele poe resident for 37 years with funeral services in Opp and Conrad chapel. Burial at Fornstvale cemetery. Also notice for Mrs Anton Nolan, 69, with services in Opp and Conrad chapel conducted by Rev Triph Jonneon and burial at L O C F cemetery Calberrers named. Tokyo political report: Former Premier Prince Fumi maro Konoyi resigns as privy council president and to lead a new party amid party-system shifts.

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A Mount Helena Grass Fire Threatens City

A grass blaze on Mount Helena spread over acres and threatened Helena city. Firemont responded with chemical and large trucks, fighting the flames by 2 30 o clock. By 8 90 o clock the damage's extent was unknown but believed small, with major containment achieved. Dense smoke hung over the south end of the fly as flames raged near an unrecognised road. The origin of the fire was noted but unclear.

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Crop insurance rate to be set on Friday

The 1941 crop insurance yield for Lewis and Clark county farmers in the AAA program will be set Friday. County committee members meet in the federal building to determine figures for each farmer. Bert Walker of Augusta will assume duties on the third regular committee. he replaces Ross Hagier who resigned. Other members include Owen D. Porter as chairman and Grant Long as vice chairman.

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Board of Education to Meet Here in July

Replacements in teaching staff at the Greater University of Montana will be discussed at the July meeting. Dr J Swain executive secretary said vacancies not filled at the last meeting will be considered then alongside approvals of degrees from the state's higher education units.

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Victory Celebrations In Germany End Of Allied Campaign

A German proclamation marks the end of a 40 day campaign, with 109000 residents displaced and bells rung across the Reich. Hitler hails the victory as the most glorious in German history, pledging to restore homes and denoting conquest across the Low Countries and the Arctic coast.

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Adlland Princess to Be Guest of Earl

A fragmented article notes Princess from Adlland to visit Earl as guest. It mentions Iuliana of The Sethoy and two Amali daughters, with references to Monteballa and Québec region rulers and a royal house. No clear dates or locations beyond scattered names.

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