Coal talks stall as White House pushes quick accord
New York May 7 The week end stalemate in coal contract talks between bituminous operators and union leaders persists with separate meetings held and a joint session adjourned to tomorrow The White House urged a rapid settlement and President Roosevelt telegraphed John Bierlman head of the U S Conciliation Service seeking a fair workable agreement but no clear progress was reported as both sides maintained firm positions and participants met in scattered conferences Continued on Page 2
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John Te Lowih
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John “ Bierlman
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Turkey
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Minty
Two Montanans Drowned When Car Hits River
In Troy Montana on May 7 two men George Makin and Courtland Bunyan died when their car plunged into the Keotenul river west of Troy. The bodies were not recovered and a woman, Mrs Rud Garri woo, was injured but escaped by swimming. The steering apparently defective led the car over the bank into the river as they returned home from Troy with supplies.
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Courtland Bunyan
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Rud Garriwoo
Mahin
Young Student Taken For Double Killing Denies Arizona Slayer
Johnston City reports arrest of a youth named Burgunder aged for the Phoenix double homicide. He admits identity but claims he is not the Arizona slayer. Sheriff plans extradition to Tennessee as investigators link him to the Peterson and Koury case and a broader alleged motive amid a confusing sequence of alibis and family ties.
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Burgunder
Phooni Ariz
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Jack Peterson
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Tenn
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Lattie
Richard F. Harters
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Bure
Active Club Ends Convention Here With Sunday Meet
Fa Wavell of Anaconda was elated at state intdte governor of Active club after the concluding session of the club's convention in the Piwor hotel yesterday. Delegates discussed inviting the International club to hold the 1940 convention in Mixsoula or Kalispell and the antima district meeting for 1939 in Mixsoula. Jerry Grainey and Ed Quimby of the Helena club expect to be among Montana's 20 representatives.
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International Club
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Kallepell
Mixsoula
Butte
Jerry Grainey
Ed Quimby
Helena
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Missinly
Harmony session eyed as Democrats seek party healing
A May 7 dispatch reports influential Democrats weighing a harmony meeting to heal rifts within the party. Chair Brown of the senatorial campaign committee is cited as originator, with speculation that Roosevelt supporters may oppose or back such a move amid court reorganization battles and 2040 campaign dynamics.
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Acuate Democra
Ferenven
Brown
Mieb
Aldea
Aunreme
Democrata
Lig Ponluon
Zoo Lion Eats Bankroll Hidden in Cage
New Oeleann reports Audubon Park keeper Willam W Relan laments losses from a supposed bank fortune. He recalls eight years of deposits and withdrawals, hiding money under a floor hoard near Samson the lion. Friday night the bankroll was reportedly protected by the lion, and yesterday the lair yielded torn notes and scraps.
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Ari
Willam w'Relen
Audubon Park
Samson
American Citizen Detained in Austria
An American citizen photographer for Motto-Goldwyn-Mayer and Mrs Rosson was detained in Austria on charges of photographing military targets. The American embassy will seek an official clarification from Austrian police about the actions and custody conditions. The arrest reportedly occurred in Graz where the pair were held, prompting diplomatic outreach.
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Affidaia
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Accret Police
Aga
Richard Rosson
Motto-Goldwyn-Mayer
Mra. Rosson
Tronson
Gram
Ausra
Hitler May Decide For Siet Peace Talks
Diplomatic circles report Berlin discusses a potential realignment in Europe as Germany signals possible rapprochement with the Soviet Union. Observers note softening toward Bolshevism and a shift in policy under high authority, easing tensions with Poland and opening channels with London Paris and Washington. The topic suggests a major political transformation in Germany and fears of a broader shift in alliance politics.
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Berlin
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Germany
Washington
D Canes
Silloth
Allies Formed Between Italy and Germany Stirs War Talks
Reports from London say Italy and Germany allied in a formal pact, dampening British hopes to split the Rome Berlin axis. Unconfirmed notes suggest Britain and Soviet Russia struggle over a triple alliance while London and Moscow negotiate amid tense parleys. Turkish and Turkish allied talks progress, and Britain signals Poland must decide on its independence amid rising German pressure over Danzig.
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Germany
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Episcopal Church To Name Bishop Nominees Named For Coadjutor Seat
Forest fires plague Michigan with over 2000 residents battling major blazes in Presque Isle Otsego and Cheboygan counties. Authorities say the larger fire burned about four hundred thousand acres across several counties, with suspected arson cited. Meanwhile in Detroit, clergy gathered as Dean Daniel of St Peter's procathedral was named as a bishop coadjutor candidate to succeed H.W. Pax. Delegates meet at 9 am to select a bishop candidate for confirmation.
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National plan envisions 100 mph roads nationwide
New York May 1 A designer proposes a centralized national highway system to allow speeds up to 100 miles per hour. Norman Bel Geddes outlines segregated traffic lanes and intersections that fit within existing road space, aiming to reduce road hazards and blowouts with minimal extra cost, after talks with President Roosevelt and highway officials. Geddes argues faster roads can be safe and affordable.
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Tony
Norman Bel Geildin
Geddes
Roosevelt
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Windsor Is to Be on Air With Plea for Peace
From Punta May 7 1A reports the Duke of Windsor and Duchess planned a broadway to appeal for peace during wartime. The couple visited American battlefronts and Verdun area as World War II messaging aired on NBC at 2 pm. The record notes the speech aimed to calm, though political influence remained a topic of public discussion.
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British King and Queen On Way To America Aboard Ship
The British king and queen travel toward America aboard the ship Harmony. They receive life preservers during a drill as the royal couple, Sir George VI and Queen Elizabeth, prepare for inspection on the promenade deck. The voyage proceeds smoothly in a calm sea with the royals reading and resting in the afternoon.
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President Roosevelt Plans Overnight Potomac Cruise
Washington May 7 The President, taking advantage of fair weather, will embark on an overnight cruise down the Potomac. Among the guests is Secretary of Commerce Marsden, who has been recovering from influenza. They will discuss the secretary’s business prospects during the trip.
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Marcy None King
New York World Fair Opens Strong Under Whalen Leadership
New York May 7 AP reports the New York World Fair’s momentum grows as Grover Whalen leads the administration into a busy weekend. Transportation hubs see packed crowds and rising attendance as the fair moves into its first days.
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Grover Whalen
Italy and Germany to sign political military pact
Milan May 7 news in a joint communique Count Galeazzo Ciano and Joachim von Ribbentrop announced plans for a political and military accord to contribute to peace in Europe. The talks concluded two days of discussions, and the agreement outlines a formal relationship between Italy and the Reich with a broader pact to follow. On their way, the leaders continued coverage on page 34.
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von Mibhenti
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Poles Steady Against Alliance Amid Enemies
Warsaw officials declare Poland will not be swayed by a Genoan Salian military alliance pact. An official comment awaited from the Yelish foreign office as Warsaw and Berch assess the deniion and possible statement before any release. Reactions view the pact as a power politics move in Europe, with axis potential noted aboard.
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Porelgi Alplarnaut
Eipcloa
Poland
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Urs
Europe
Volvod
Keep America Out of Foreign Wars Week Urged
Wannington May 7 AP The National Committee to Keep America Out of Foreign Wars calls on all Americans to observe June 11 14 as Keep America Out of Foreign Wars week urging appeals from their purpose for accusation of war propaganda and hysteria uprose spreading wildfire through the nation Representative Fish R N to chairman of the organization
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Pope Pius Again Urges Peace Amid World Tensions
Vatican reports Pope Pius XII renewed his plea for peace after a week of talks among papal nuncios and government officials. He urged a Crusade of Prayer and called on all nations to seek goodwill while warning against dangerous doctrines, noting tensions in the Mediterranean and unsettled global anxiety.
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