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Newspaper
Helena Independent
Location
Helena, Montana, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1933
Page
1
Police report ongoing manhunt after a crime envelope found near a school house tied to the Margaret WeMath kidnapping. Authorities identified a crumpled envelope with a printed name and a reference to a suspect, noting unclear timing and lack of solid leads.
Vague letters threatening Mrs. Donnelly triggered a police probe. Aimed at Minlan nelly, the scheme involved a kidnap request and a ruse using a chauffeur to deliver ransom money in December 1944. Investigators traced the letters to the suspect and turned them over to authorities.
Roosevelt aims to address the Chamber of Commerce with a broadcast arranged by officials. The plan hinges on the president delivering an extemporaneous talk rather than a prepared address, under supervision by the chamber and government officials.
Eye witnesses testifying at a court martial described a mob of 150 to 200 men abducting District Judge C. C. Bradley and threatening to hang him. They reported hearing cries to hang the judge and saw a rope looped over a telegraph pole around the juror’s neck as the judge was moved to the scene near Morrill, amid arrests of over 100 farmers in connection with the unrest.
In Minnesota the Tillers association of the Holiday generation prevented foreclosures on the Hyer Acker farm. The group, now with seven members, supported by the Swift Counts, aided by Darin Holiday and others, used a water rights claim to halt proceedings. This marked the second time the association intervened, with the first intervention occurring six months ago when a similar notice was obtained.
A terse note from Wallan outlines support measures for farmers facing significant lease terms. Officials emphasize timely aid while awaiting fuller policy details and potential relief actions for affected agribusinesses.
Fragmented text reports a public figure discussing Ireland’s path away from British rule. President Ramon de Vater and Valera reference the sovereign rights of Ireland, removal of royal insignia, and consultative steps with the people. The note mentions a 1922 proposal and opposition to Great Britain.
A Chicago gang war escalation tied to federal action and possible income tax violations prompts federal officials to intervene. Reports describe a government push to crack down on suspected illicit payrolls and organizational ties amid a tense, ongoing clash.
Chicago report notes Clarence Darrow likely to participate in defense of farmers facing assault charges in Iowa. It mentions health concerns may prevent full appearance, with references to past cases and Darrow’s influence on commutations and life sentences for young defendants, including Russell McWill Tinmia.
Dallas cafe owner was lured from his hotel by a man posing as a policeman. He was taken for a ride, shot, and his body dumped near Dallas. Police seek a number of persons connected to the case, including Mrs Tow Thaspashes and Rasnapakey’s associates. Rasnasker’s heir is mentioned in estate matters. Investigators pursue leads as questions loom over witnesses.
Philos Fox, once a Ku Klux Klan operative jailed in 1924 for killing a fellow member amid factional quarrels, is granted parole. Governor Fagena Talmaden signed the release as Fox, a former Bal Jax Texan newspaperman, moves to Milledge for prison housing and parole payments. The case centers on internal Klan power struggles between Nag V9 and other factions.
Soviet scientist Masenw died four months ago in Tarhkent amid uproar over failed interbreeding experiments aimed at creating a “miracle worm” between apes and humans. Reports say two of his subjects survived, while experts doubt his methods and authority on artificial fecundation is questioned.
A broken line of text describes burglars hiding breakfast food and candy in a cow barn. Ruth Poplar notices a cow chewing contentedly after burglars left a stash during a farm raid. The fragment hints at an investigation into the loot and its hidden location.
Portland Oregon May 1 A dancer named Doreen de Silva in her forties leaped from the St John bridge into the Willamette River and later died. The grim incident follows a prior murder case in which a man killed Gilbert Pinthrom. details remain unsettled as the crowd watched.
Reports from Oriente province describe four prisoners and three others fatally hurt during clashes after rebels attempted to escape at Santiago railway station. Guards under Corporal Isidro Gort Castellarta fired on detainees, with witnesses noting killings as revolts continued and a student was among the dead in Santiago.
Mountain region remains in danger as heavy rains and fresh floods push rivers toward banks from the Canadian border to Texas. Reports indicate widespread rising waters across Montana Wyoming Colorado New Mexico and Nebraska with several towns evacuated or threatened. In Wyoming and Colorado central mountains bear the heaviest load as livestock and a few people face immediate danger.
The House approved the Roosevelt currency inflation plan by 307 to 86, sending the farm relief bill to conference with hopes of presidential signature by Saturday night. The inflation measure would expand currency and credit by as much as 900 million, alter dollar values by up to 50 percent, and enable quick action on farm relief differences as Senate and House conferees meet to resolve scores of provisions aiding farmers facing potential property losses.
Helena prepares for a Friday noon Vigilante Day parade described as the largest and most spectacular school event in history. Babe Anderson, general chairman, says 990 participants will march with Montana pioneers and high school bands. Citizens urged to join, with stores decorating windows and prizes donated by local businesses.
Hollywood May 3 Aged film star Ann Harding telephoned friends from Viewaway Cuba where she is visiting to report an accident at sea. Her boat capsized three miles offshore as she and her secretary Marta Lombard and Alexander Kirkland clung to the keel. A sailor helped them to safety but was dragged under when sharks rose.
Washington May. Secretary Roper reports definite improvement in the business situation after reviewing compilations showing continual rises in consumer markets and improved industrial metrics. He notes price increases driven by demand shifts and replacement needs, with some gains from ordering goods for immediate consumption and stronger activity signaling recovery.
Fragmented OCR notes describe a court case involving Marlene Dietrich and a pursuit by process servers. Mentions witness, judge Sewell, and deputies. references to Kidnapping allegations and an at times chaotic proceedings with unclear details and names.
A California miner was injured when a 20 pound rock fell in a quarry near town. The incident left him $9600 poorer in potential gold, as the giant rock blocked a banked vein that yielded no gold. Local authorities investigate the accident and the quarry remains closed pending safety checks.
An 80 percent avert disaster story describes orphans at a home near Nutley and Jersey City facing a railway wreck incident. A sudden alarm and swift actions by engineer Joli McBhan halted a toppling car near a park, preventing greater harm. The event involved a panic and a large crowd, with rescue and safety measures observed as the top cars stalled 40 feet from the crowd and children were escorted to safety.
Washington reports Roosevelt aides pressed Italy and Argentina toward lower tariffs and stable exchange rates while weighing the Anglo Argentine trade accord. Finance Minister Guido Jung met with President Roosevelt to discuss world economic conditions and London conference aims. Mussolini’s spokesman signaled conditional agreement with reductions and standardization moves, amid talks on debt and frontiers issues from Versailles.
Washington reports a definite plan to use federal enforcement against major gold hoarders. Attorney General Cummings and Secretary Woodin drafted the proclamation. The administration aims to compel holders to surrender their gold, with indictments prepared under the constitutional challenge to the gold hoarding law.
A six pound shot during a Rite, Ark track and field meet fatally struck high school athlete Roy Teofunn LT. JR Rolin, the thrower, released the implement at speed. it slipped from the ring and struck Teofunn, who died later in hospital.
The Oregon editor was depicted as driven into a shooting scene amid trial proceedings. Jury and spectators observed tense opening statements as the defendant faces charges in the slaying of Constable Cane. Local officials, Hawke county officials, and the publisher’s associates are noted in the courtroom narrative.
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