Balkans Turn to Russia as Chamberlain Survives Vote
London May 8 Neville Chamberlain clung to power with a slender margin as he faced two days of sharp Commons debate over Norway. The government won a confidence vote by 281 to 200 with 144 abstentions or absences. Some observers wondered if the 71 year old prime minister might resign, but no immediate move was made. (Continued on Page 2)
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House of Commons
Norway
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Edouard Daladier
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Mallna Front
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Daily Express
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Ttanld
Chamberlain
Church- Ht
Plehew
Downingtreet
Whitehall
Canada banker foresees strong postwar economy
Washington May 8 F J Horning economist for the Bank of Canada told the securities commission the end of the present war would leave Canada economically stronger than ever in her history He said Canada would be mainly a supplier of munitions goods and other necessary materials while not planning extensive military participation This contrasted with the last war noting 600000 Canadians enlisted with about 460000 serving abroad and that financial regulations would build a wall around Canada’s economy and affect external trade Continued on Page 3
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F. J. Morning
Bank of Canada
Securities Commission Today
Canada
US Bomb Sight Declared Best Still to Be Had
Washington reports that U S bomb sights are declared the best in the world with two far sights rather than a single. Nazi Germany and Japan are said to have experimented with different devices, but American arms officials claim the American sighting systems offer superior accuracy and reliability.
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Washington
Mihary
United States Army
Nd Navy
Fers
Inchina
Ong & Savel Devélopment
Wheeler Bill Proposes Pumping Facilities Funding
Washington May 8 Senator Wheeler of Montana introduced a bill authorizing allocation of Interior Department funds for pumping and water distribution facilities on the Saco irrigation project and the Milk River project in Montana. The measure was drafted by reclamation engineers for O S Warden of Great Falls at the request of the Reclamation Association of the United States.
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Bonnar Wheeler
D., Mont
Saco Livide
Milk River
Mont
O. S Warden
Great Falls
Pub- Iaber
The
Reclamation Association of the United
Montana 4 H Groups Win At Spokane
Spokane May 8 North Tanho stock judging swept the 4 H club division at the Spokane Junior Livestock Show with over 1 000 youths and judges from Montana Idaho and Washington. The Latah county Idaho team won the 4 H division with 1 046 points Noel Wright of Ganeres paology the entry and winning individual honors with 655 points Clearwater county scored 1 580 points New Porew county was third with 1 078. Charles Talmadge showed deer and 26 000 young people from three states brought nearly 800 animals to the show.
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Wash
North Tanho
Cams
Ttan
Montana
Idaho
Wrobington
Future Farmers of America
Bozeman
Mant
Latah County
Turkey 15 Reported Under Martial Law
New York dispatch reports martial law declared in Turkey as authorities announce nationwide measures. Intercepted German radio tone indicates swift government action, with authorities addressing security and order amid crisis.
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Turkey
New York
Brandenat
CRS
Italy shifts to pre belligerency stance amid pope fears
An official report described Italy's attitude toward war as pre belligerency rather than non belligerency, signaling a pro belligerency stance. Pope Pius XII warned that war could spread, urging peace, while a Yugoslav delegation planned talks in Rome on June 4 to discuss year half commerce volumes amid policy change chatter involving Mussolini.
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Paps Plus
Senate
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Mussolin
London papers urge Chamberlain downfall and new leadership
May 9 London editorials demand Chamberlain resign or be replaced by a Churchill led cabinet with full strategic control. Some papers back reorganization under Pearl Harbor era style urgency while others advocate continuity or decisive action amid political pressure and parliamentary divisions.
Montana Highway Block Signals Dropped as Incomplete
The Montana highway department abandoned the block signal plan as not sufficiently developed. Engineer McKinnon said practical testing showed need for mechanical improvements before adoption, while a new one inch reflector warning system will be installed along the MacDonald pass experimental strip to warn drivers of road margins and danger areas.
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D. A. MeKinnon
MeKinnon
Minolta Nikh
Brte
McKinnon
MacDonald Pass
Highway Department
Third Term Advocates See California Voting As Big Boost for Them
Third term supporters in California claim a strong boost from Roosevelt backers and party leaders, with pledges for renomination. Delegations from Georgia and Iowa pressed for an endorsement while Wallace urged a third term. President’s decision loomed as results from Tuesday continued to unfold.
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Vashington
May
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Tate
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St Feost
Dele
Guten
Toosevelt
Notaly
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White Howne
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F. de Rivera
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Yowa Democratic
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Tucaday
Investigators Seek New Lead In Slaying Mystery
Wentfield Massachusetts May 8 Investigators pursue a fresh lead in the baffling slaying of 60 year old Professor Laura B Allyn noted as a renowned authority in para fond science. Her spouse and laboratory routine were disrupted that night by a fatal shooting at close range.
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Wentfield
Mass
Acience
Lawra B. Allyn
Para Fond
Huge Army Bombers to Hover Over City Friday
Army officials announced that several of the service’s massive four engine bombers may be seen over the city Friday. The aircraft are part of Intracate Flight maneuvers departing from Hamilton Field and will fly planned routes across the region.
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Hamilton Field
Cult
Mylag
Great Falls
Offielaia
Official Nazi Quarters Warn World Germany Is Ready
Berlin reports that official German quarters pledged Germany will strike decisively on all fronts if enemies act. They cited attacks on England and potential action near the Mediterranean, with mention of Spain, Holland, Belgium, and Switzerland. Reserve mobilization grows, manpower tight across war industries. Allied bombardments and German air activity near Narvik are noted as ongoing. Officials rejected any plan to shift targets.
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Netherlands
Chamberlain
England
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Spain
Holland
Belgium
Switzerland
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Mtoe
Mr Command
Aled Troppe
Narvik
High Command
Sanloutern
Reynaud to Convene Cabinet Amid War Tensions
Premier Reynaud called two cabinet meetings in one day to coordinate policy on Holland and the Netherlands invasion rumors. The talks aimed to steady government lines as Britain and France faced Allied and German pressure amid uncertain wartime decisions.
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Worlk
Mey
Reynaud
Tehran
Flyseo Palnes
Holland
Wrokerman
Toalland
Hat Xtc
Cour
Netherlands
Paris
Netherlands Mobilizes as SensationalWarnings Prompt Wartime Drills
Amsterdam reports indicate abrupt precautionary measures by army and navy within 24 hours as tensions rise. Officials heightened security with 400000 troops mobilized, leaves cancelled, abandonment of inland shipping, and guards posted at public buildings in Amsterdam and The Hague. The move aims to test defenses amid international anxiety, while no new public announcements followed.
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May
de Telegraat
Reagan
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Amsisrum
Hague
Berlin
Xourcn
New York
Carma Tre
Abe
Netherlands
McCormick Withdraws Name in Tennessee Primary
Missouri May 4. McCormick of Brissatia former representative candidate announces withdrawal from the Republican congressional nomination in the western district. He says he was urged by his colleagues and advisers but cannot serve two masters, feels compelled to withdraw.
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Washington
McCormick
Brissattia
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Roca Cor
Republic
Flrat
Finnia
Hha
Senator Wheeler Faces Farm Credit Opposition
Senator Wheeler of Montana told a Senate committee bankers and insurance companies oppose liberalizing farm credit lending. He cited farmer concerns about provisions of the bill co authored with Senators Bankhead and Lavonne ta. The exchange touched on opposition from the American Farm Bureau Federation led by R K Short, who warned of centralizing credit in Washington.
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Wheeler
Mont
Farm Credit Administration
Montana
Sinale
Tye
Whaler
Bankhand
Ata
Lavonetta
K. Short
Missouri
American Farm Bureau Federation
Short Gard
Farm Bureau
Senate
Yugoslav Envoys to Hold Talks in Moscow Mission Heads For Russia
Yugoslav military mission led by Gen Vojin Maksimovic will depart Belgrade for Moscow to conduct military talks with Soviet officials. Belgrade sources say allies consider Yugoslav forces a possible barrier to German and Italian aims. Hungary and Bulgaria reportedly offered aid but may hesitate to compromise neutrality. The talks come amid shifts toward Moscow and away from Western powers as Yugoslavia navigates the unfolding war.
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Vojin Maximovic
National Defense
Belgrade
Moscow
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France
Europe
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Bulgaria
Alies
Ace
Ben
Yugoslavia
Rusela
Netherlands Holds Large Wealth in U S for Safety
The Netherlands reportedly has at least 700 million dollars in the United States as safety funds and investments against war risks abroad. Dutch government ties to Washington rise with appointing Dr A Loudon as paymaster for foreign services in case of emergency.
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United States
Netherlands
Atrangbow
Washington
A. Loudon
Two Montanans Receive Postmaster Appointments
Washington on May confirmed nominations of Leslia L. Like of Drummond and Albert Hole of Wheeler to Iana postmaster positions.
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Leslia L. Like
Drummond
Albert Hole
Wheeler
Ballonsiana
House Rejects President's AAA Reorganization Plan
The House defeated President Roosevelts plan to reorganize the executive branch by merging the Civil Aeronautics Authority into the Commerce Department, with 282 opposed and 133 in favor. Critics argued the move would slow aviation progress and invite bureaucratic control, while supporters said it maintained similar powers. The action scuttled other reorganization proposals, including a plan to move the Weather Bureau to the Commerce Department.
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Housa
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Siice Congress
Ghey Caeent
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C.A.A
CAA
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