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Helena Independent

Location

Helena, Montana, United States of America

Date

Jun 28, 1939

Page

3

Montana Bridge Prize Winner In Building Contest

The Montana State Highway Department won first prize in an international bridge contest for the Belton through the Flathead river project. Designed by B J Ornburn, the three span bridge measures 336 feet, with a value listed at 774 816.25. An 18 by 24 inch steel plaque will be affixed to the bridge at Belton, with formal award ceremonies planned after July 18 in nearby towns.

Nona Highway Department D. A. McKionot Abhorttan Institute of Steel Conalfic- Hom Flathead Belton Ornburn B. J. Ornburn State Highway Department Mies Montana Thousand Inland International Canadian St. Lawrence River Burnham Fark Chicago McKinnon Institute New York Sendlog & Stanlexs Monsion& Department Halton Tis Ang Kallapell

TENSION IN CHINA STILL HOLDS SPOT

In Manchukuo near the border, air clashes erupt as Soviet, Japanese and Mongol forces engage. Tokyo reports Japanese planes shot down seven, while Soviet claims differ. British hopes rise for a quick end to the Tientsin crisis as negotiations and naval warnings unfold.

China Dattthe Manchoukuo Cineen Haigking Manchukuo Siberia Mongolia Tokyo Tienthin Optimian Tientsin Barelages United States Foorhow Wenehow France Japan London Quartara Moscow Frence Britain Rusait Finland Estonia Latvia Warsaw Hel Peninsula Peninauia Dangle Bay Gydnia Plana Indapandent Acurate

Funeral Thursday for McKinney baby at St Marys

A funeral service for Marcia J McKinney two year old daughter of Mr and Mrs Leonard McKinney will be held Thursday at 10 30 am at St Marys Church. The child died Saturday at St Johns Hospital. Survivors include her parents a brother Leonard Jr and grandparents Mr and Mrs Z Gunmon. The Odd and Connadianara home is in charge of arrangements with a rosary to follow.

St. Mary's Church Marcia J. McKiraay Leonard MecKinnez Bultesvenne St John’s Hospital Opp Conrédianara Tosary Mra Z. €. Gunmon

Jubilee pageant draws 600 Partakers in vivid town display

Jubilee preparations draw 600 actors with rehearsals after dress run on July 14. Costumes from old time dominate the streets as organizers urge punctual attendance. A secretary seeks photos and addresses for heritage folders featuring Charles M. Russell art and Irvin Shope sketches to celebrate Last Chance Gulch history. A kangaroo court at the Center yields comic fines while the town faces a fatality and a worker’s death case receives no inquest.

Havaidson Fhawk Varalia Realza Henry Weare Momen Heleva Last Chance Gulch Charles M. Russell Irvin Shorty Thi Bob) Fletcher Woare Montenan State Society Washington Nature Dick Tobin Nisatta Mr. Tobin

Search for Smith Pushed Hard and Embezzlement Allegations

A tumult of figures and names centers on J Emory Adams and Smith with embezzlement charges tied to cash advances totaling around 580000 from banks in New Orleans Baton Rouge and New Orleans again. The probe links a proxy and a resignation while Governor Long and LSU officials face questions over bond signatures and the university’s fall from grace. Nearby notes report personnel moves in Yellowstone and Beaverhead counties and a test of wooden hangars with four junked planes showing rapid fire control and no damage.

Memphis Tenn J. Emory Adams Smith South Paul Jebert WSL Law School Ellison National Bank of Commerce New Orleans Natonal Bank of Baton Huey Long Ita Kingsian Governor Long Jawyera Long

Solons Angered by Roosevelt Thrusts Push For Legislation

Senate battles over a $2.746 billion relief appropriation with threats of a filibuster and swift moves toward conference. Roosevelt defends devaluation power while Republicans seek delays. House debates on WPA control, funding shares, and eligibility tied to employment and population needs.

Ghory Senate Beliding Tal Jong Senston Deneratle IK Rules Committee Hyde Park Roosevelt

New Corporations Formed by Lagford Electric Company

Alleles of Incorporation were filed yesterday with the secretary of state by Lagford Electric Company in Athens Minnesota. The firm engages in general electrical contracting. Capital stock stands at 60000 dollars in 100 shares of 100 dollars each. Incorporators are A X Hohall Jr Mamie Frank Legford J In Peterson and J B Johnson all of Hennepin county Minnesota.

Lagford Electric Company Athens Jane of Minnesota I General Electrical A. X. Hohall Mamie Frank Legford Peterson J. 8. Johnson Hennepin County Ming

Four Threats to Peace Are Seen On Anniversary

A front page assessment warns four danger spots threatening a world peace anniversary. Key flashpoints include the Polish port of Gdansk, the Polish corridor to the Baltic, and conflicts over Lithuania Latvia and Estonia. Britain France and the Soviet Union seek a balance pact amid German expansion and postwar settlements. The article notes Italy, Hungary, and Romania aligning with Britain in defense while the League of Nations wanes as a diplomatic force.

Fist Angle Vistula Poland Russia Britain France Rumana Greece Turkey Declan Lo Hrithyle Frevich Nerlin Thi Germany Pennity Penne Auntria Ctroho-Alovakia Monel Italy der Shire Tuntel Corster Rice Suez Canal Board of Directors Great Britain Daladier Haa Calinautahing Qalngla Inch French Empire League of Nations Geneva Ansficrt

Unemployed Offices See Steady Milestones in Montana

After a busy day, Montana unemployment officials urged eligible unemployed workers in Helena to file claims for crab benefits at once. L. H. LeVilre, manager, said workers must have $150 in private employment subject to the law between April 1, 1930s and March 1, 1939 and be available for work. Several sought help but were not eligible due to lacking covered private employment. Farm, domestic, and governmental jobs, including WPA work, are not covered. Over 500 eligible Montana workers will receive cash benefits as offices close for claim filing.

Vandenberg R Legislative Branch McCarran JD Senate Johnson Calif Mark W.T.A PWA Montana Unemployment Service L. H. LeVilre W.P.A Montana Sevan Montana Eiles Whora

Surplus Dumping Debate Amid Silver Treaty Changes

Discussion on currency and silver backing provisions continues from Paro 1. Lawmakers, finance groups, and labor unions weigh impacts of silver to dollar conversions, domestic market effects, and a planned summer conference gathering delegates from Utah Idaho Montana and beyond.

Neill Declares Front Street Property Price Dispute

City condemnation proceedings followed a dispute over Front Street land values. Neill refused to sell at proposed city price of 25 000 as witnesses testified about nearby sales and parcels bought by Molols for 600 and a firm paying 1 500 for 12 lots.

Te Wal Front Street Neill Great Northern Henrine Alveho Linder-Riad Luriver Company

Relief board grants reach of 472050 for aid work

The welfare board awards 472050 to fund relief programs over a three year period. Distribution in July allocates 220000 for old age assistance, 65000 for dependent children, and 4100 for needy aid. The report notes checks mailed to eligible recipients and a new soil conservation project connected to federal funding.

Lie Welfare Board Hrandford Standford Gold Fonda

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