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Helena Independent

Location

Helena, Montana, United States of America

Date

Jun 29, 1939

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President Roosevelt to Receive Record Farm Bill Victory

The Capitol passed a record farm bill totaling 4 894 198 853 dollars and sent it to President Roosevelt amid ongoing hearings and budget tweaks. The bill's approval includes funding shifts, with Senate and House debates signaling possible sign next Friday as federal programs face adjustments and new funding needs.

Washington Congress Roosevelt Senate Pogsgyelt Morgon Han O Broweselt Conuto

May retail sales show big gains across state

Retail sales in the state rose notably in May with large increases over the previous May. Across 118 stores the federal report notes higher sales, with several cities showing double digit gains and some areas reporting solid year over year growth.

Former East Helena Resident 15 Called Death Notice

Former East Helena resident 15 called died here today. Born June 28, 1807 in Al Taal Helena, he was the son of a Montada pioneer. Funeral services will be held at the hollow church Saturday morning and burial at Resurrection Cemetery in Helene.

Boroman Tyne Weatey Milton Mavileve East Helena Wag al Taal Helena

Walter Pitkin Plans New American Revolution for Middle Class

Walter Pitkin backs a movement named New American Revolution aimed at mobilizing the middle class across the United States. He envisions a league of middle class clubs and community councils to influence public opinion and shape policy, funded by small daily contributions, with no racketeering.

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Cat Dies After Rattlesnake Severed Head Bite

A man on a Van Wren County farm reports a rattlesnake’s severed head bit a cat after the head was cut off with a hoe. The cat died from the bite, reflecting a bizarre farm accident of June 28. Rich stated the event with a measured tone.

Rich Hosnie Ter van Wren Abe

Churchill Predicts Summer Crisis Amid Wartime Warnings

London dispatch reports Winston Churchill warning of a summer crisis as Adolf Hitler pursues aggressive plans. He said Britain faces extreme vigilance required in defense and questioned the German threats, aligning with French leader stance on a dangerous period.

London Whiston Churchil Germany H Ageret Indav Drédieladre Feneion Adolf Siller Panse Datadter Lam Churchill Chamberlain

Theater Project Saved in Relief Bill by Senator Wagner

The Senate approved a continuation of federal theater and WPA art projects with a brief limit on funding. At Senator Wagner's urging NY, it allowed 13 million dollars for the art project, far below roughly 25 million spent this year. The action aimed to speed final action on the 1.795 billion relief appropriation bill.

Washington Senate Federal Theater Wagner IM Barilettt

Hammer Killing May Be Linked to Others

Hollywood authorities probe a hammer killing amid suspected ties to two earlier unsolved murders. Detectives report strange circumstances and possible linkage to a series of brutal attacks. Authorities urge public caution as they pursue leads across multiple cases.

Hollywood Tolice

Bill proposes heavy fines on monopolies and officers

Washington report says Senator O'Mahoney introduced a bill to punish monopolies by damages against offending firms and officers. It would allow seizure of the total net income as monthly penalties and make executives personally liable, with fines up to twice their monthly compensation and possible corporate bans.

Washington Senator O'Mahoney Wyo Thurman Arnold Wlor O'Mahoney

Great Falls pastor loses pulpit over divorce status

The Rev. John Mallek, 68, Unitarian minister and education board member, was dismissed by his Great Falls congregation after a disputed domestic status. Charles Kilgour presided as trustee and stated Mallek’s prepared statement did not reference the matter directly. Mrs Mallek is in New York with their son John. Mallek began in Great Falls in 1918 and previously pastored in Livingston, Montana, Great Falls, and Salt Lake City.

Cincinnati John Mallek Board of Education Charles R. Kilgour Whureh Malick New York John Liteton Mags Great Palin Montland Salt Lake City

Japanese Ships Attack Russians But Driven Back

Moscow reports that fifteen Japanese Manchurlia Kamikazes with escorting planes attacked outer Mongolia today. The official communique says several bombs were dropped near Laken and Ror before the planes retired to Manchurian territory. Two damaged planes fell in Mongolian territory.

Moscow Tt Wan

First Passenger Air Flight Across Atlantic Ocean Starts Auspiciously

Fort Washington N C June 23 The Pan American passengers prepared to depart aboard the gray ship and were to arrive at Port Waves by breakfast tomorrow with 6000 spectators along the harbor. The 759000 dollar flying boat attracted attention as Pan American Airways staged the inaugural crossing. Departure was set for 1 PM.

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President Returns to Press Measures Relief Bill Passage

Washington June 28 Ronnevelt returned to the capital to take personal charge of an effort to break logjam in Congress over a 736 million relief appropriation bill. The administration leadership faced delay as the measure moved toward passage before year end.

Washington Dune Provident Ronnevelt Canitat Congress Uyde Aerate Ann Tha Fisen

Denver Party Aims to Climb Every 14 000-Foot Peak

Denver residents pursue a new record by scaling every 14 000 foot peak in the United States. The expedition includes Carl Melker, Tal Rianrock, and family members, trekking key Colorado summits along with climbs in California and Washington.

Denver U.S Uly Gant California Washington United States Geological Survey Colorado Tat Carl Melaer Actant Tal Rianrock Exerution Columbia Mountain Club Anny Bobby Kleyn Arps Alma

Scandinavian Fraternity Opens District Meeting in Helena

The Scandinavian Fraternity opens a three day district convention in Helena with 38 delegates from Atonlann Warrington and Alberta arriving for the event. The opening night saw early arrivals sign the registration book while regional chapters and the Helen lodge hosted visitors and Jubilee costumes. President Groree Jonson of Youngstown Ohio, president of the Brandinaylan Fraternity, was slated to speak during the gathering.

Helen Amorten Dintidel Atonlann Taata Warrington Alberta Hefon Toay Rogtylalfon Lileiniiy Hon Lodge Gapfin Rola Helen Organization Groree Jonson Youngetown Ohio auMecine Brandinaylan Fraternity

Treasure State Welcomes 3200 Tourists Daily

The state reports about 3200 tourists per day entering. A 10 day survey shows total entries near 10 057, with increases attributed to Cheyenne and Montana traffic. Officials note steady growth in visitors from neighboring states.

Treasure State Sirvey Cheyney Montana

Barton proposes narrowing neutrality embargo to lethal weapons

In Washington on June 38 Rep. Marten of Nebraska proposed limiting the neutrality embargo to lethal weapons rather than all war materiel as part of a debate on reviving the neutrality statute. The administration advocates keeping the broad embargo on all war implements to nations at war.

Washington

Labor Board Action Condemned By Court

A federal opening court condemned the National Labor Board for procedures in a contested union election. Judge Xen Wicks said the employer lacked full freedom of choice, noting voters could only ratify or reject board nominees if they referred. The decision orders a revision of the method used.

Cincinnati National Labor Board Prompdure A.R Thaeniri Xen Wicks

Washington Debates Over Money Bill Amid Delays

Washington observers tracked the stalled monetary bill as Congress battles a tight deadline. Leaders fear loss of foreign exchange powers unless action occurs by Friday midnight, while relief funds face slow progress and scattered measures push for rapid passage.

Washington Congress

Late Buying of Silver Lifts London Prices

London reports late buying bolstering the silver market. Prices rose after a sharp drop to about 18 2/16 pence per ounce, a fall of roughly 3/4 pence. Trading momentum faded briefly but then resumed as buyers returned, with U.S. treasury actions cited as supporting firm demand.

London Ying Ardent Nin Heauyer Farotan United States Treasury

Opinion of Bankers On Devaluing Dollar Divides

New York June 2. International bankers on Wall Street show sharp division over extending the president's power to devalue the dollar amid the Washington dispute. Some bankers who have faced administration criticism say they agree with the president’s position, yet oppose the section of the act.

New York Tanding International Wall Street Warhington Sald Bff Poerson

Treasury proposes ending tax exempt securities to spur industry

Washington reports the treasury backs removing tax exempt securities and lowering top surtaxes to free capital for expansion. Undersecretary John W. Manos told lawmakers that current exemptions and high rates deprive industry of funds for projects, urging Congress to prohibit future financing of tax free issues and adjust high bracket taxes.

Washington The Treasury Congress John W. Manos

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