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Newspaper

Helena Independent

Location

Helena, Montana, United States of America

Date

Jun 29, 1939

Page

5

School Board Considers Multiple Bids for Bleachers

The board set a tentative $2,084.26 estimate for bleachers at Innigh school and will accept the lowest bids, with a decision after reviewing lumber suppliers Delong and Northern, plus bids for cement sand gravel and furniture. A lone lathe bid from Star Machinery of Seattle was received, and cement and lumber bids from Lindar-Kind Lumber and Shaw and Barnee Lumber were tentatively approved. Chairman MacDonald to draft sympathy letter for board member Wisestine after his father died in Waterbury Connecticut.

Innigh School Poiber Uenbey Delong Northern School Supply Company Great Falls Colburn Payne Templeton Star Machinery Company Seattie Wash Lindar-Kind Lumber Company Helens Hardware Company Helens Sand Sod Gravel Company Aod T. 4. MacDonald Norman Wisestine I. Winestine Waterdurs Ona Winealina Waterbury

Scandinavians Open District Meeting Here This Morning

Delegates gather for the Scandinavians district meeting with opening remarks by Mayor A J Roberts. President Johnston to deliver the fiat address at 1 35 PM, closing banquet Saturday evening. Morning events include opening business, a pension program, and a vocal selection by Shrine quartet. Security and committees announced, with a 6 20 PM question session and an American Legion social.

America Hla Maisie Hunter Everett Wash Wresttling Bhrine Olver Johnson Henry Weare Ralph Conrad Ralph Strandberg A. J. Roberta Jonnaon American Legion Hell At & Eclock Valous

Ung Escape Fugitive Recaptured in Vermillion

Bernard Wold 18 who bolted Yellowstone county jail ten months ago faced charges after being caught in Vermillion. Recaptured escapees Adem Heber 31 Tony Larson 16 previously held. Maberle jailed ten years for robbery, Garson four years, while Laraoz and Wald linked to a broader youth escape from South Dunkvic school.

Billings Bernard Wold Yellowstone County Windera Pryleg Adem Heberlain Tony Larson Wald Frankinton

Britain moves to ease rift with Japan and Germany

Britain seeks to calm strains with Japan and Germany. Prime Minister Chamberlain says negotiations will begin in Tokyo on a new naval pact with Berlin, while Japan may attend a conference on the Tientsin dispute. Paris reports concern over German moves in Danzig and potential clashes in Shanghai and Foochow as foreign vessels are urged to leave ports.

Tne Anockeree Press Great Britain Japan Tlentain Tokyo Germany Amooth Ao Chamberlain Trentein Tientsin Britten Pew East Asia Berlin Hitler Britain Drulah Europe Germmany Winston Churchill Ceisia Warsaw Danzig Tean Corpe Iran Danzig Jn Shanghai Clarence Gauss Wenthow Foochaw Whitch

Alleged Buckner Accomplice Denies Shared Profits

New York June 28 A trial defending a conspiracy to defraud Philippine railway bondholders enters another day with Willem P Buckner Jr and four others. Lawyer David Leavenworth questioned Buckner to show he had no role in diverting funds. Buckner denied receiving any dollars from bondholders since meeting Hyde in Hollywood in fall 1924.

New York Willem P. Buckner, Jr Flavid Gondhatders Protéctivn Rominitiee Hyde Lanyeanworth Huckner Hollywood

New Shrine Potentate Installed Amid Masonry Gala

Walter D. Cline of Wichita Falls Texas was installed as New Shrine potentate, succeeding A. A. Rabao. The 60 game old Philadelphia retreat and imperial officers were named, with William Halm of Philadelphia winning outer gupid for imperial head. Herold Lloyd, Jon Blaak and others held key posts as convention moved forward.

Runhy Walter D. Cline Wichita Fete Teana A. A. Drabo Minneapolis Mendhie William Halm Philadelphia la Lu Temple Herold Lloyd Jons Blaak Waitimore Grilon

Bartons Answer to Thorkelson on Jewish References

Rep Barton defends his remarks linking Thorkelson’s Jewish references to communist fears. He denies anti Semitic intent while urging careful scrutiny of alleged communist activities in government and society, naming several Democrats. Additional items report civic and court actions including a campus dean’s death and a trial over innocence in a bakery heist.

Washington Luna Berton N.Y Thorkelson Mont Thorkelxon Nerard Rangreau Alwo Ieateren Diekstein Bloom Stravien Celler Hotte Rommittter Sabath Folex Parton Nuit

Billings Swimmer Plans Yellowstone River Record Attempt

Clarence Giles prepares for a 280 mile swim from Billings to Glendive to set a new freshwater long distance record. He will depart Glendive Thursday with a motor boat support crew, diet plans, and a night-vision boat light for emergencies as he trains for the historic crossing.

Glendive Clarence Giles Yellowstone Billings Giles Hillings Whiten Anone

Confusing Senate Debate Over Silver and Stabilization Fund

The article describes a chaotic Senate session amid clashes between hard-money Republicans and silver Democrats over a 2.0 billion dollar international exchange stabilization fund and potential devaluation of the dollar. It notes amendments to shift silver policy, a planned conference with the House, and key players including Senate leaders and administration allies.

Smith a fugitive ex LSU president linked to embezzlement

Baton Rouge authorities widen the search for Dr James Monroe Smith former LSU president amid embezzlement charges involving 1000000 of university funds and unauthorized bonds. Governor Long posts a 2500 reward. Canadian authorities alerted as Smith and his wife reportedly fled toward Europe aboard trains with two tickets and multiple suitcases.

Baton Noose Loutetana Hnandel Loulytana State University James Monroe Smith Smith Earl K. Long Perce Developmenta J. M. Brawn Orleas University Ponds Smithh W. A. Conpar Regenus Binle Tlewife Memphis Detroit Europe Chicago Alexander Smoot Pullman Louisiana State University Il Line Central Tenn Simoothgsid Smith

First Passenger Air Flight Over Atlantic Starts

Twenty two passengers and a crew of 11, aboard a four ton flying boat, began the first regular air service between the United States and England via Newfoundland. The Dixie and the Santa Marie carried notable travelers including women Clara Adame and Juline Rappe-Port, with fares of 478 one way and 678 round trip.

Atlantic New York Nome Europe Oisie Cipper United States England Newfoundland Southampton Christopher Calum Abip Clara Adame M Peth Hielorys Aha Bho Juline Rappe Allentown Pathorney Bln Glohe T & Journey Moat Ara Waterang Afrmasn

Walter Pitkin Plans New Revolution for U5 Middle Class

Walter Pitkin outlines a plan to mobilize the U5 middle class against perceived burdens. The proposal cites plain folks compelled to pay burdensome taxes and rent, urging action to resist what he terms ward heeter influence and corrupt forces. Pitkin mentions moving to Ohio to escape pressuring dynamics and calls for unity among working people.

Walter Pitkin Bankére Ao Tabae Ohio

Montana Sees Record Tourist Traffic From Many States

The Montana Highway Department reports 1930s tourism rose as 3 200 tourists daily entered from the Canadian side early in the season, then traffic balanced. California sent more tourists than any other state, with Montana highlighting Sunshine State travel. In 1938 over 29 million dollars was spent by visitors, about 873 000 cars with 1 033 791 people, averaging 2 433 per four day stay, and projections suggest the 1930 season may exceed last year’s totals.

California Maniln Highway Department Callefornia Montana San Franciaro Ia Sunshine State Treasure Island Gares Inia Texr

Theater Relief Bill Controversy Sparks Senate Action

Senate negotiates changes to a relief bill funding WPA theater projects. Amendments tighten oversight, limit WPA financing, and require disclosure of pay scales for administrative staff, with a 30 day continuation plan if conference delays stall final passage.

Senate Holt W.va Chamber Adenin Waa Rwady House & Resolution

Fame of Porathy Lamar enters noted case

Porathy Lamar, now famed as a glamour actress, testified in a $150,000 alimony suit brought by farmer wife Myrl Alderman against her spouse George L. Roberts, a former leader in a Hollywood night spot. Roberts testified Alderman embraced the glamour actress and that the two often dined together during the summer of 1847.

Los Angeles Porathy Lamar Myrl Hig Farmer George L. Roberts Hollywood Alderman Mise Laemaur Rohe Erie

Federal tax case advances as dentist testifies

Dr. Leo A. Melates of Butte, charged with four year tax nonpayment totaling about $5,000, testified at federal court before Judge James H W Baldwin describing income sources and financial transactions. Separately Wang Ah Foo sought evidence for an narcotics case, with plea expected later. further trials scheduled for July 7 include alleged assaults involving Johnny Feat Cub and Ted Fagle Bor, all said to be Indigenous.

Leo A. Melates Butte Witheenslands Federal Court James HW. Baldwin Vucoms Baldwin Wang Ah Foo U. S&s Wang Frank Dor Hayre Fata Connie Asnawlt Wan Aer Johnny Feat Cub Ted Fagle Bor Laken Fiaztar

Firms Face Large Fines for Violation of Trust Laws

A legislative review cites penalties for firms violating trust laws, with possible government action to bar illegal practices and court-ordered conformity. Senator King and Rep O’Coriel discuss investigation prospects while officials consider broader legal remedies and enforcement gaps.

Senator Wheeler declines 1940 vice president bid

Washington June 28 Senator Wheeler says he was asked to be a 1940 vice presidential candidate by associates of the administration but rejected the offer He will seek reelection to the Senate and notes are raised that some friends urge Roosevelt to a third term but he doubts it.

Washington Wheeler Montavid Wdwinistration Frialdant Noosevelt United States

Tests Will Be Made Of Neill Property

John Brunner, a local teenager, will test the gold content of Neill property owned by George Nall at a street front parcel. The site is the subject of condemnation and brought by the city. Nall testified before an appraisal board that the land was worth 25,000 and that gold was present. He said neither the city nor the state board had made an offer for the property.

WPA Senate Warner W.P.A Ells Hernolts N.C Barkley Wagner John Brunner George Nall Nall Nates Nadauno Alate Hnuor Santro Board

Three Young Men Held After Robbery

Three young men were arrested after a robbery in Three Forks near the Rev. Kr. J. J. O'Keten property. The sheriff and undersheriff pursued toward Boreman after the burglary of a pool hall and cash register. The suspects Leroy Combs Jr of Conie Bluffs, Francis Leitwich of Omelin, and Glebn Lehigh of Mich were taken into custody and confessed to the crime.

J. J. O'Keten Trident Bheriff Lovitt T. Westlake Undersnart T. HH. Marley

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