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Newspaper

Helena Independent

Location

Helena, Montana, United States of America

Date

Jun 29, 1939

Page

6

Wheeler predicts funds to develop manganese ore

Senator Wheeler of Montana forecast an increase in the government allotment for surveys and purchases of manganese ore under the strategic materials act for the coming year from 16 million to 20 million dollars after a conference with Undersecretary Louis A. Johnson. He also urged creation of a manganese ore stockpile at Butte Montana and processing of the ore at Pueblo Colorado, with accumulation kept at Butte for potential availability on the West Coast.

Warhlnaton UMI Wheeler D Mont Wheeler Louis A. Johnson Johnson Colo War Department Hutte

New Civic Spirit 19 Developing at Helena Jubilee

Lester Lohle Jubilee chairman told the Notary club yesterday that civic spirit is developing in Helena as the Jubilee marks the first major celebration here in 25 years. He outlined events at the fairgrounds a 200-foot stage parade on Main Street races carnival dances and an old-time town meeting. The program includes a regatta July 9 a pageant and a street schedule with daily activities. Guests included Tom Thomas William Meyer and John Newland.

Lester Lohle Notary Club Helena Ile Montana Elena Fairgrounds Civicc Center Montana Bost Aesoctation Loble Pointer Ut Thwan Benesale Committee Last Chanen Gulch Rosariaon Matt Staff Chatenan Alex Cunningham Tom Thomas Walls Walla, Wash William Meyar Butte John Newland

Crusaders in Seattle Open Drive on Games

Seattle June 2 Sunday sports and horse racing were halted by a blue law edict from King County Prosecutor B Gray Warner. The 1909 law targets theaters Sunday entertainment and gambling activities including pinball machines and punch boards. Warner defended enforcement while church leaders urged public action and inquiry into gambling practices.

Seattle Beattie King County B. Gray Warner Warner Pia Ceoyade Warren Mastings University Christian Church Athernay Wtalph Harr

DeMolay Meeting Cancelled For Butte Chapter

A special meeting of K C Day Chapter, Order of DeMolay, was canceled this evening. Highland Chapter of Butte planned attendance, but officials said they could not attend. The degree work will be postponed to the next regular meeting.

K. C Highland Chapter Butte

Paris Love Serial Drama Roundup at Royalton Estate

Roy and Ron confront Wilfrid and Ike as Barbara gins with Roy and the twins in a social tangle. Roy offers golf coaching while Ron discovers the rival's plot to win Barbara and vows to challenge Wilfrid, leading to tension over loyalties and love at the summer estate.

Barbara Ron Peyton Roy Derring Ron Mr. Peyton Noy Harbara Hagherville Roy Wilfrid Hon Mim Hart

The Skunk in the Wagered Scheme Complicates Plans

Ronald faces a tainted opportunity as Edwin Butt and Roy discuss a scheme to mislead Wilfrid Jeasong. The plan promises a hundred dollars for causing him to miss his shots, while Roy questions the morality and potential fallout of deception. The looming trust betrayal casts a shadow over Methora’s outward paradise.

Ron Roy Wilfrid Pan Ronald Leasons Bin Amarch eWell Wilfrid Jeasong Hoy Hon

Statewide tax receipts lag as counties remit late

State Treasurer Rey N Shannon reported that most counties have sent in their share of the 1848 property tax, with Montanda 68 counties paying 644 023. Late collections from Wheallard 2978 and Cacer 2978 bring total near 780 028 for last half 1947, lower due to a 156 000 cut in Montana educational bonds. Roadside speed indicator tested to show safe handling speeds for motorists.

Rey N. Shannon Montand Wheallard Cacer Shandon Montana

Record Farm Bill Clears Both Houses

The farm bill totals spending across programs and public works, with about 900 million dollars for direct farm payments and surpluses removal. It reallocates funds to highways, weather services, relief distributions, export subsidies, and crop loan programs, while boosting cotton, wheat, corn, tobacco and dairy support. The measure also funds extension work, forest service, animal disease inspections, marketing services, and conservation efforts.

Weather Bureau Roosevelt House Senate Soft Conservation Service

Appraisers Value Marlow Estate At Quarter Million

Value of the estate of the late Thomas A. Marlow, president of the First National Bank and Trunt company, was appraised at $247,496.03. The inventory and appraisement were filed in district court yesterday by L. S. Macard, Matt Sinft and John M. Power, appraisers. T. O. Hammond is executor of the estate. Mr. Marion, one of Montana's pioneer businessmen, died a year ago.

Thomas A. Marlow First National Bank and Trunt Company L. S. Macard Matt Sinft John M. Power T. O. Hammond Marion Montana

Helena Youth Going to Hawaii in Navy Flying Patrol

Jerry Archibald of Helena, an aviation machinist mate third class in the U S navy, left yesterday aboard one of 16 long range patrol bombers on a flight from San Diego to Honolulu. His Navy recruiting officer notes the 2570 mile Westward hop marks his second San Diego Honolulu flight. Archibald trained at Helena High School and enlisted in 1938. A new carburetor design uses a diaphragm mechanism for constant fuel flow and keeps metal surfaces clear to prevent carburetor icing.

Jerry Archibald Helena E Mate U.S. Navy Navy Honolulu Hawaii K. Beam San Diego Calif Archibald Caribbean Sea Helena High School Helene High

Western states shape 1940 bid amid silver price clash

A prospect of 1940 election leverage unfolds as both parties court western states amid a senate revolt over monetary policy. The article notes a Democratic silver bloc and Republican hard money factions align on devaluation and foreign silver purchases, with key figures like Borah and Thomas opposing Treasury actions and debates hinting at a broader compromise between administration and silver interests.

Wallington Shelver Far West Senate Borah Ideha Thomas Utah Treasury Roosevelt Hoosavelt Hyde Park Seemy Tha Paettir Mountain Ntakma Hiram Johnson California Lynn Frazier North Dakota

Ancient Navajo Shrine Found Near Gallup Believed Council Chamber

Dr William A Gardener of Columbia University led a search party to a remote Navajo site near Rawlunt Rock north west of Gallup. They uncovered a giant grotto with four clay hinges a 200 foot mural and turquoise offerings. Paintings depict sun god Jovannia and ritual symbols marking sacred space for tribal ceremonies.

Gallup Luna William A. Gardener Columbia University Rawsunt Rock Caneyon Anen Sau Nay Gare

Information Filed Charges Davidich With Falsely Applying Name

County Attorney Harold Anderson filed information in district court charging Louis Davidich with falsely applying the name of Charley Valk to a 20 dollar check. Davidich was arrested several days ago and jailed. British houseettes may be mentioned with unclear figures and dates.

Harold Anderson Nm Information Lous Davidich Charley Valk Davidich Wetl

Jail inmate A C Wilson seeks writ of habeas corpus

SEYES RELEASE A.C. Wilson who has bowed bed in the county jail aloce May 16 after being sentenced to seven 120 days by Justice A J White on a charge of writing fraudulent checks yesterday filed with petitions for a writ of habeas corpus claiming that the charge was again at Mayoper Judge George W Paddary Jr will hear the petition today.

Seyes A.C. Wilson A. J. White Mipyoper George W. Paddary, Jr

Double Eagle tire promises glide ride and long mileage

An advertisement extols the new Double Eagle tire built with a copperatrong cord and mate tread. It claims the tread is the longest wearing yet, providing a smoother, freer rolling ride with more miles per gallon and reduced bumps. It invites readers to see the tire of tomorrow today and promises superservice and supersmartness in Double Eagles.

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