13 May 1933
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Newspaper
Helena Independent
Location
Helena, Montana, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1933
Page
1
Washington reports an administration program to pair a broad public works push with industrial cooperation aimed at reducing unemployment. The proposal, approved by President Roosevelt, is set for submission to Congress early next week amid debate on pricing, tax policy, and stabilization measures.
Amid wage protests, Chicago teachers threaten a strike if pay arrears and funding promises are not resolved. Officials discuss allocating funds to meet September payroll, while teachers push for sustained support and a plan to secure warrants for purchases.
Limatory May 12 reports ongoing negotiations to end the long standing clash between Peru and Colombia over the Upper Amazon region. Since September 1992 the two nations have endured a de facto war after Peru ceded a village to Colombia in 1922, with recent talks seeking a peaceful resolution.
Joan Crawford files for divorce from actor Douglas Fairbanks Jr claiming jealousy and argumentative clashes during their marriage. Reports describe tensions over his alleged flirting and public appearances, with Crawford citing irreconcilable differences and a troubled personal relationship.
A California dentist shot and killed his wife and then killed himself in a hotel room. Mrs Ervin and another person were present, with Dr Burke reportedly involved in a later legal action. The incident occurred as authorities investigated the events and prepares charges.
May 12 in London reports a surge of disapproval directed at Dr. Alfred Rosenberg, Germanys London envoy. Feminists picket the West End hotel, shouting at Adolf Hitler and distributing leaflets. A wreath incident at Whitehall led to apologies from Sir John Simon. A veteran tore a wreath emblem from the memorial, and police struggled to contain subsequent incidents.
Volunteer searchers scoured the isolated Condon region about 22 miles northwest of Coalinga after reports of an unidentified airplane crash near Fresno. Details were scarce and no aircraft or casualty information was available.
A crowd of veterans at Fort Unt are urged to reject government forest camp plans. They fear communist influence and denial of shelter while posing as a protest. President Taft’s forest conservation corps debate expands to include unemployed veterans as talks continue.
Washington May 12 Western irrigation districts can borrow for debt service and certain works under a farm inflation bill, while operation and maintenance loans are blocked. An amendment by Senator McCarthy to provide maintenance loans was dropped. King's $6000,000 loan for reclamation programs moved forward. Conti’s amendment allowing inclusion of vast reservoirs and hydro projects survived.
Canon City May 12 hundreds of prospectors rushed after a grassroots gold strike near Copper Gulch. A Nevada prospector claimed $48 in gold with silver and copper, drawing a chaotic rush as tents sprang up and crowds crowded the area.
The article reports Mahatma Gandhi entering the fifth day of a fast, described as too weak to move and unsupported, raising fears of possible death. It notes international concern and mentions a commitment to protect the treatment of the lowest Indian castes, with a closing remark that no conclusions would be reached before noon on May 24.
Emmanuel Levin, a member of the Communist Party, was waved from a meeting in Washington on May 12 after attempting to address a right wing faction demanding immediate cash payment of adjusted service certificates. Police intervened to prevent violence.
Reno telegraphs issued to state presidents after President Roosevelt urges leniency in farm mortgage foreclosures and financial claims. Farm relief program effects to be assessed before postponing the strike as Minnesota governor Floyd Olson requests a deferral. Continued from page 2.
A string of tornadoes and heavy rains hit Oklahoma Kansas and Texas, causing six deaths and widespread damage. In Tulsa area workers graves were damaged and several buildings toppled. A tornado near Brownwood Texas killed a farmer and damaged homes, with flooding reported in Parsons and surrounding towns.
A verdict of death by own action was returned after an investigation into the death of Henry Faust, a Rhode Island merchant. The inquiry found Faust died from exhaust while in a closed car, with witnesses noting the scene as tense and curious.
Asuncion Paraguay May 12 Paraguay in replys to a League of Nations note today said they would accept plans for arbitration of the Gran Chaco dispute with Bolivia if hostilities ceased first with the assurance they would not be renewed A formal declaration of war in the 11 months centre were. Wan fsered Wednesday by the Paragnayan government.
Seven men aboard a barge anchored in the Columbia River above Caacade forks faced risk after one cable snapped and fear grew the other might fail. The 306 foot barge, in swift current near the Oregon shore, was being weeded during drilling operations when word reached authorities.
Eugene publisher testifies that the man he is accused of killing had repeatedly threatened to kill him. Banks and his wife Edith Roberting Banks face first degree murder charges for the shooting of Constable George Trescon of Medford as the trial proceeds.
Fort Missoula plans another draft of emergency roineerta to staff 36 camps across Montana northern Idaho and eastern Washington. The first 220 workers are in the forests building first airwork camps expected to house 1200 men. Officers accompanied squads to Haugan and other sites while crews move to Sipartier Corngmn Vanean and Apgarn Glacier park for construction.
Washington May 12 An amended mining assessment bill cleared the House and moved to the Presidents desk. The bill would suspend the traditional requirement of $100 annual labor on mining claims in the United States and Alaska. Many holders cannot afford the outlay and fear loss of their claims under the current year.
Washington May 12 The American Federation of Labor president WIlL Ham Green says trade union figures show worse unemployment now than at the tower. He blames the bank crime for job losses and urges use of federal credit to start work and create wealth. The federal government reportedly aims to return millions to work and avert inflation. Unemployment rose from 12,988,900 in February to 13,960,000 in March with about 400,000 industrial jobs lost in March.
Japanese forces push toward Peiping within fifty miles as Shanhaikuan reports capture of Shihhefashen and pursuit toward Mayin. Tangku at the Pai river mouth and a Japanese air carrier near Lian river are noted. Chinese premier Wang Ching Wei warns peace demands surrender, preferring death to humiliation. An American consular official Myers faces explosives at home.
Geneva May 12 discussions at the world disarmament conference considered whether athletes should count as soldiers in army strength. Germany proposed giving military value to storm troopers while France argued sports associations should be counted in the French army.
Washington May 12 President Roosevelt signed and enacted the farm relief inflation act and a half billion dollar relief grant for independent government offices. The Senate approved the gasoline electricity law bill as part of the domestic program while international aims pressed for a tariff truce ahead of the economic conference in London next month. The signing generated statements urging mortgage holders to adjust rather than default.
Washington reports half a billion dollars in federal unemployment relief, with states and cities urged to exhaust their resources first. The Wagner-Lewis measure would allocate 250 million in gifts to states based on a one to three federal-to-state matching ratio, administered by a new federal officer.
Berlin May 12 Hitler summoned the Reichstag to meet May 17 for an impressive declaration of Germany’s desire for peace in the presence of the assembly. The Associated Press reports this on reliable authority.
Berlin reports rising agrarian protests target Alfred Hugenberg over land policy. Farmers demand loosening restrictions and larger holdings to reduce Junker influence, challenging the Hitler cabinet and agriculture minister's stance amid ongoing agrarian tensions.
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