06 May 1933
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Newspaper
Helena Independent
Location
Helena, Montana, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1933
Page
1
Reports from northwest Iowa describe terror threats as national guardsmen moved in last week. General Edward J OConner names agitators accused of organizing revolt as farmers face picketing methods and debt complaints amid a tense regional crackdown.
The meeting chaired by Edward Neal reviewed the national farmers strike movement and its impact. The federation stated no affiliation with the Farmers Holiday Association and urged a careful path toward a lasting farm policy in Washington.
Keeney president of the Nebraska Farmers Union said farmers in Nebraska are unlikely to strike and the union will stay neutral due to a mix of pro and anti strike members. He noted the group includes farmers and business interests and urged calm amid regional tensions.
The wife of Governor Gifford Pinchot appears with striking mill workers in Allentown and Northampton, observing picket lines and addressing chants. Reported as part of a broader probe into mill labor conditions, with calls for legislative investigation and debate over worker pay and hours.
May 5 report notes revived discussions of merging Great Northern and Northern Pacific railroads. Talks followed a July 1977 commission filing and prehearing steps as officials from both lines weigh a joint Burlington connection as an outlet to Chicago and Seattle routes amid financial strain and service constraints.
An Indian report notes a disaster with about 208 workers drowning as a bridge over the river Molvern collapsed during construction. Rescue efforts followed at Ahmedabad as authorities investigated the collapse and its causes.
A Texas air emergency near San Antonio claims five lives among Army pilots. Names listed include Lieut Wayne Gardiner of Dallas and Cadets Kite and Stearns Onvia. The wreck occurred while flying from Fort Crockett Galveston to the coast for maneuvers near Alpine and Devine.
A Nebraska beer bill advances to the governor as lawmakers debate passage amid partisan contention. The measure, tied to 42 percent legal limits, moves through the administrative phase with the secretary of state next in line to sign, potentially becoming law with or without approval.
London markets show a sharp fall in the dollar against the pound with the dollar sliding from opening around 92 to 104 in the week’s activity since September 1971. Oil recovered but the dollar ended the day weaker, amid moves away from the gold standard and renewed exchange pressures.
Severe storms swept from the Mississippi valley to the Atlantic coast killing at least 34 people in Alabama and South Carolina. Floods surged in the Mississippi delta while tornadoes damaged towns including Betton and nearby areas.
A special committee led by National Commander Teresa Tahnsen proposed a future legislative policy at the American Legion convention in Chicago. The plan calls for compensation for all veterans with war service connected disabilities and comprehensive benefits regardless of income or current support measures.
Margaret Peggy McMath, 10, released alive after ransom of about 80000 dollars paid to kidnappers. Negotiations began with a ransom note and a late contact, leading to recovery aboard a vessel associated with Wiam Lee. Police say the plan to keep her hidden until the 48 hour immunity window expired was foiled by an alert coast guard escort and a bank security request.
Police and newspaper staff pieced together fragments of the case of Popgy, missing for three days after being lured from her school at 2:15 pm Thursday. Investigators faced gaps in the record, with key details about the kidnapper and the girl’s location during the interim still unclear as readers await further updates on Page 21.
Historic days of Montana come alive as Helena marks the tenth Vigilante Day with a citywide pageant. Students from Helena High and visiting delegates join a long parade, witnessed by thousands who praised its dramatic view of frontier justice and old-time governance.
A fragmented AP report notes proposed legislation granting virtual dictatorship powers in the oil industry faced opposition from independent factions across five states. They issued a strong statement protested against the event of what was termed an OL chair.
Los Angeles May 5. Plans for a national veterans organization of World War I veterans who actually participated in long battles in France were begun today with formation of national headquarters at a central location. Adolph Sutra announced branches to be called are long organized in the principal cities. The organization is known as the Association of Combat Troops of the American Expeditionary Forces.
German officials indicate willingness to join a five nation naval parley as a sequel to the 1930 London conference. The Hitler government hopes to participate, with France and Italy urged to fully adhere to the London treaty. Naval power and disarmament questions dominate the early talks while Nazi agents defend the movement before the commission.
Professor W J Wilson of Montana State College Bozeman is set to support a plan for emailing production and higher wheat prices. He will study crop position under Secretary Wallace and aid quick action in wheat provisions. Representatives of wheat groups conferred and urged prompt action due to planting conditions.
New York May 5 The New York Times reports that five subpoenas were served today on Morgan and 10 of his partners to appear in Washington May 27 and explain to a senate committee how the international banking power of J P Morgan & Co operates.
Sixty trustees of Montana elementary schools gather in Havre for a two day meeting to discuss budgets laws salary schedules and rural school problems. John Quickenden of Lewiston presides. Eli Marvin of Bil-Mags serves as executive secretary and treasurer. Miss Fitzhe beth Teland state superintendent of schools is among the speakers.
Washington May 5 A dispute over the cost of production guaranty plan blocks farm relief and inflation program forwarding to the White House. Senate advocates for the plan say agreement exists on all but this provision while Secretary Wallace and stalwarts oppose. The measure seeks a minimum price to ensure production costs and reasonable profit with a cushion of 2000 if violated.
Silver futures rose about half a cent an ounce on the New York Commodities Exchange amid broad trading. Total transactions reached roughly 125 006 ounces with activity focused in May, July, September and December contracts. Spot silver quoted around 83 01/2 cents an ounce, up from yesterday.
At Washington May 5 1 Dr Hjalmar Schacht the Hitler regime's special representative promised German cooperation on a tariff truce proposed by the United States. He drew a parallel between Franklin D Roosevelt and Adolf Hitler before reporters in a hotel room claiming democracy in Berlin and asserting Hitler gained power by popular election followed by a two thirds Reichstag vote.
Washington May 5 President Roosevelt plans a Western trip after Congress adjourns next January. Rep Fanenlam R Cal reports the president hopes to cruise via the Panama coast to San Diego to visit the Shring temple at that city and then motor to Glacier National Park and other western sites. Burnham, an honorary life member of the Al Bahr temple, told reporters the president is pleased and desires an extended vacation through western states.
Rural Mounted Police in Manitoba and central Minnesota search for Albin Johnson, a farmer whose wife and seven children were found dead near Central City last month. Investigators link the case to a man named Johnson tied to local tensions, with cross-border activity prompting inquiries into possible election-related motives.
Congress moves the Securities Regulation Act through House and Senate with swift committee action. A conference panel agrees on Wagner bill provisions, aiming for quick final passage before adjournment next week. The House backed measures to regulate securities and an across the board one cent postal rate proposal advances in parallel.
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