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Newspaper
Helena Independent
Location
Helena, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1932
Page
1
In Belfast and three other Northern Irish cities violence flared as Catholic pilgrims departed for a Eucharistic congress near Dublin. Reported clashes included beatings, hats torn, and missiles as crowds jeered and police sought to restrain outbreaks amid religious tensions during the pilgrimage season.
Pope Pius sends blessings to the faithful as the thirty-fifth Eucharistic Congress gathers in Dublin. Arch bishop Michael Curley of Baltimore presides with Cardinal Mirk, while the Mass draws a large, reverent crowd. A procession and hymns mark the climax as bishops in pallium and archbishops move through the city streets toward the altar.
Governor Terry urges no new taxes except to equalize burden and warns against reforms that shift costs. He speaks at Terry ranch, arguing taxes have risen while government costs decline only in some areas, urging restraint and balanced revenue measures. Continued on Page 8.
Flemington N D June 26 1AP S Sinn Hughes Grits faces trial tomorrow on obstruction charges in the Landbergh kidnapping case. A jury selection process begins as twelve jurors are summoned to determine the outcome.
The body of Tay Stewart aged 23 from Garden City was recovered from a coupe in the Sockonk river near Providence. Stewart disappeared January 31 with Nathaniel Jones, 29, of Billerton. Jones remains missing. Stewart’s body was found by Daniel McKinnon of McKinnon Construction Co after the car washed ashore at Walchemoket Cave. Police believe the accident occurred when the car left a dormitory area and plunged into the water near Lidin Street.
New York June 26 The Rev Francis P Duffy a famed army chaplain served with the 106th Infantry and was decorated by the United States and France for bravery during World War I. He died after enduring infection and illness in his later years.
A serious blaze in Omaha caused extensive damage to downtown buildings. Fire officials say an explosion and a leaking sanitary system may have triggered the fire, with an estimated loss around $150,000. Inspector Lawrence Urban stated the blaze was incendiary or caused by the noted explosion.
Los Angeles June 26 The ailing evangelist Aimee Semple McPherson Duttnn resigned as head of the mission and is reported to be in a sanatorium at Palme while a $200,000 breach of promise suit against her husband David Hutton went to trial yesterday. Dr Williams said her condition worsened slightly but declined to comment further on medical status.
A San Pranedsco nurse marks a centenarian birthday today, noting the woman’s long life and a quiet celebration at home. The piece records little clear event details and contains numerous garbled names and places.
Bangkok reports King Traikadipek retained sovereignty under a new regime after a coup. A declaration signed by the monarch confirms continued absolute power but outlines a move toward a provisional constitution and a unity government with the People’s party. The king pledged to announce constitutional plans and supervise the transition.
Democratic platform builders in Chicago concluded a second night of work with main items including prohibition unemployment and farm relief still unresolved and deferred to a later session just before the convention. The subcommittee pressed on with ban proposals while awaiting fuller consensus.
Edward J. Duffy reports from Chicago that Roosevelt supporters push toward nominational lead as caucus delegates show strength. The New York governor faces irreconcilable foes while proponents work in meetings to win the nomination before sessions begin. Senator Walsh of Montana is set as permanent chairman as debates over two thirds vote rules surface.
Chicago June 28 The two thirds rule abrogation to bolt the Democratic ticket was called extremely unwise by Jouett Shouse chairman of the party's executive committee He said he would support the convention nominee not join any backroom combination He said Southern delegates discussed a plan to stop Roosevelt by favoring son candidates if the fight on the rule continued
At the Montana delegation caucus in Chicago the unit rule was not recognized but the group pledged to follow the will of the majority. Dr T Z B Shanley of Butte was elected chairman and named U S Senator Wheeler for the resolutions committee. Other posts included J Kremer, J E Dawson, W W McDowell, and leadership picks aiming to back Roosevelt delegates and presidential nominees.
AAP summary notes firms largely hold or boost newspaper ad budgets with mixed results. In 1931, several manufacturers increased ad space and earnings. tobacco firms also raised newspaper presence while one company posted a slight decline. Overall industry figures show advertising outlays and net earnings diverging among leading groups.
Berlin June 26 AP A personal appeal that Adolf Hitler restrain his brown-shirted National Socialist followers for Germany's sake was reported today by Chancellor Franz von Papen amid clashes in the Reich. Whether Hitler agreed to the proposal was not disclosed. Alfred Hugenberg, at a caucus of nationalist party leaders, stated the party favored restoring the monarchy.
Chicago June 24 A.P. Democratic National Convention opens with a program to order by chairman Ian J. Raskob. Temporary chairman to be elected and will preside as committees on credentials permanent organization and platform are named. Senator Alben W. Barkley of Kentucky is slated to deliver the keynote.
Senator Walsh of Montana and former Senator Owen of Oklahoma condemn the two-thirds rule as pernicious to party unity. Walsh says it weakens vigor and causes disunity when multiple candidates of similar merit seek nomination. The controversy centers on Roosevelt positions as the page note indicates continuation.
Chicago June 27 leaders of the North Carolina delegation of 26 said they expect to vote two to one to retain the two thirds rule in caucus later today despite a personal appeal for Roosevelt support for the democratic nomination.
Lausanne June 26. Premier Herriot and Chancellor Papen travel home to seek their answers as Ramsay MacDonald and Dino Grandi await a direct effort at the Lausanne conference. The two leaders return tomorrow for further talks with cabinet advice after a weekend of friendly but inconclusive discussions.
Washington June 26 Police press to evacuate the Bonus Army encampment as Evacuation plans gain congressional backing. Acting commander Thomas Helly and Waters resignation shake show leadership shifts while authorities reallocate funds and census tallies claim 9,000 veterans in the capital march camps.
Honghog China June 27 juncture reports rebel Guntoneda Navy under Admiral Chan Chak seized the AQhinera steamer carrying ammunitions toward Canton. Gunner Chan Chal Tong Comer Hung dispatched three airplanes with Priven Shastit raising a desperate bid to recover munitions valued at substantial sums as planes bombed without effect.
General Sado Araki Japan's war minister says reducing land armaments by fixed percentages is impossible. He comments on Hoover proposal to trim armaments by one third, citing security concerns from nearby Russian and Chinese armies as Japan’s defense context.
Willan Green president of the American Federation of Labor warns that unemployment will reach 14 million if trends continue. He cites January to March 1942 losses exceeding 8 million and notes male job loss is far higher than in 1931. He urges federal action to provide work, food, shelter, and clothing nationwide.
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