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Newspaper
Helena Independent
Location
Helena, Montana, United States of America
Date
Mar 26, 1939
Page
1
Glasgow reports two dike leaks plugged by emergency crews as Milk River flood threat grows. Winds drive waves, causing erosion while water rates ebb and flow. Officials estimate potential crest and ongoing rescue efforts for marooned residents in surrounding towns.
Report from Rochelle indicates parents of young Marald West of Monongahela Pa returned home with high hopes as doctors say X ray treatments have removed the tumor from the boy's eyes and lungs. The account cites Pennsylvania physicians and hospital authorities as the source of the claim.
Walter G. Barson, public administrator, reported a small fortune discovered in the historic Gilpatrick cabin in Bioneer Park. About 41 365 in dollars was found, mostly in paper sacks, socks, and loose coins on shelves and the floor. The late George Mitchell left the estate, with most of the cash unearthed yesterday.
Washington March 25 Senator Borah Idaho charged Great Britain with urging Germany to swallow Austria and condoning dismemberment of Czechoslovakia saying Hitler has no better friend than England. In a radio prepared address Borah urged the United States to aid European democracies and warned against assisting Naziism. He did not touch directly on neutrality legislation but the remarks presage debate on munitions law changes favored by administration allies.
The text notes the 74th anniversary of the citys first religious services held by Rev McLaughlin from Nebraska and the subsequent building of the first Methodist church in Helena. It recalls the pioneer service on Citler and Joliet streets and mentions the brick veneer church later linked to St Pauls Methodist, with continued observance by morning members in their modern attached structure.
In Rome on Sunday March 26 fascists expected a conciliatory speech from Premier Mussolini at the 20th anniversary celebration. Adolf Hitler sent a supportive message to the Duce, kept private, amid easing European tensions over colonial claims. Observers doubted Mussolini would fully reveal Hitler's communique, and anticipated a carefully toned address.
Berlin reports Adolf Hitler telegrammed Benito Mussolini pledging that the German people stand shoulder to shoulder with Italy against forces seeking to restrict Lebensraum and threaten world peace. He framed this as solidarity on the twentieth anniversary of fascist strength and hinted Mussolini might reference France in a future address.
A large astronomical looking glass invented to prevent auto collisions by New York scientist Arj Berence is tested on a hill. The device offers about 4000 feet sight down the opposite slope and is mounted on a bridge over a valley canal, described by the New York Safety Council.
Newark New Jersey March 3 A 35 year old man Thomas McGuire ate a nail knife and pins in a spree and was mauled about the pains. He was taken to City Hospital by Dr Withyn Lett sult and doctors feared possible internal injuries but did not operate.
Ten Anerles March 2014 report details a confession by Ralph Geolaur, 40, admitting a systematic theft from Bel-Ade hugues and other targets. He describes illicit securities stolen in 1945 and 1986 through various intermediaries, with values ranging from hundreds of thousands to millions. The case notes recovery attempts and ongoing investigations as the article continues.
Bloomyburg Pa March 25 AP. Mrs Sehenck and her twin Mrs Sehenck are both reported to have ulcers. The article notes the day Mrs Sehenck left hospital after treatment for ulcers, while Mr Bing arrived. The reason given is various, with a lighthearted tone about twins.
Powell Wyoming March 25 Officers found a hideout within three miles of Powell where Lach Durand raw meat eating renegade stayed five days while possemen hunted his trail. Durand died in a prelude to an attempted escape as townspeople pursued him after a lengthy manhunt. The funeral was arranged for Durand at his parents ranch miles away, with officials noting no inquest was required.
A New Jersey resident, self-styled world’s No 1 Sunday attendee, visits Calvary Methodist Church in Rien Maropat to mark a 60 year attendance record. He claims 4,120 consecutive Sundays and recalls postponing an operation a decade ago to keep his streak alive as congregants cheer and reminisce.
Oklahoma City March 25 A prominent society man Cunningham confesses to murdering his young wife Eudora and directs investigators to her burial site in a sewer grave. Attorneys plan an insanity defense as County Attorney Morris orders murder charges. a digging party recovers a buried body after a midnight confession and a tense crowd gathers.
Denver March 26 A Wyoming youth speaks on radio about the Durand shooting that killed bank teller Job Gawthrop 20. Tipton Cox 17 who shot the would be robber at a Denver filling station recounts the incident. he plans to use broadcast money for college education while pursuing aviational studies.
A Canadian River flood in Victoria B C drowned eight people and left many homeless. The provincial police detachment at Pow Creek received a report via a telephone call before communications failed. The Pine River breached its banks flooding the county, with several family members named Warren reported among the drowned.
Berlin reports show Adolf Hitler consolidating power as treaties with Lithuania, Slovakia, and Romania strengthen German expansion. The article cites economic and labor measures boosting the Reich and portrays Britain as a derided obstacle to Nazi aims.
In Keene New Hampshire authorities report two guests died after drinking poisoned liquor at a party in Asluelot. One guest admitted injecting poison into the liquor. no arrests have been made. Sheriff officials hunted for the poisoned tumbler and investigated motive, with victims Julia Wheaton 25 and Edgar Bmare 26 dying within minutes of drinking.
Britain faces a shifting policy path as Poland and Italy loom large in whether it can halt Nazi expansion. report notes growing impatience in government over delay in new collective security policy and calls for definite military commitments, conscription, broader leadership, and clearer support for eastern Europe. Poland signs unfriendly declaration without military backing from allies, complicating trust with Britain and France.
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