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Newspaper

Helena Independent

Location

Helena, Montana, United States of America

Date

May 21, 1930

Page

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Tariff 10 Action Expected Next Week in Conferees

Congressional conferees on the tariff bill finished a two hour session with no agreement on key provisions. Senator Smoot signaled progress toward a complete agreement tomorrow. The plan calls for sending a report to the Senate first if no changes occur, with the House already backing the original conference report.

Arnold Db Oliver Associated Press Wester Washington Congress Atx Smoot Utah Senato Conferencal Committee Bonato House Bes Senate

Walsh backs Couzens upon rail bill in Senate debate

In Washington on February 20 Senator Walsh opposes delaying action on Senator Couzens's plan to curb railroad consolidations. He argues the market would react unfavorably and urges prompt action while Hawes urges caution. The final vote was expected the next day as debate continued.

Walsh Couzens Washington Fess Ohio Hawes Missouri Senate Senate Interstate Commerce Committee Couzebs Michigan

Ark flood relief centers and boats aid thousands in Arkansas

Rescue parties in motor boats carried food bedding and supplies to thousands marooned along the Ouachita and related flood areas. Calion and Texarkana regions faced rising water with large numbers displaced and seeking shelter as Red River backwater swelled across Miller and neighboring counties.

Little Rock Ark Miller County Calion Ouachita Arkansas Hellat Recce Portien Texarkana Aller County McKinney Bayou Smarkevar Eldorado Calon Ouchita

Bishop Cannon weeps as he seeks church forgiveness

Bishop James Cannon Jr of Washington DC faced a religious controversy as he begged and received forgiveness from the Methodist Episcopal Church South for speculating in stocks. Delegates watched as the Episcopacy Committee cleared him of blame after Judge G. T. Fitzhugh's charges. The scene included Cannon's tearful apology and a disputed report read by the secretary, with the chair and Jaymen’s accuser reacting as the matter moved to page 10.

Dallas Tex James Cannon, Jr Washington, D. C Methodist Episcopal Church South Casnen Subranca Foo Kabla & Co Fitehugh Acora Jaymén Ita

Jews in Palestine Stage Great Strike

In Palestine on May 20, a general strike is called by the Jewish National Council in protest of immigration suspensions. Chief rabbis and spiritual leaders join the call, urging the Jewish population to strike from Thursday evening.

Icramalem Palestine Jennon Hua Lean Jewish National Council

Naconda Mystery Remains Unsolved

In Ansconde on May 20 authorities say investigators look into wholesale poisoning of meat. Night Chief Runnell Osborne reports the case involves a dog and a man. Terry May 20 notes meat poisoning causing illness and a man’s coma. widespread poisoning prompts police action.

Ansconde Anaconda Wificern Conaiderex Havda of Polles Runnell Osborne

President Sees Great Fleet in Maneuvers at Cape Henry

President Hoover observes a vast U S naval display off Cape Henry Virginia as the Saratoga and accompanying ships, planes, and submarines participate in maneuvers. The first sea launch of a hook-on aircraft assembly under the airship program marks a key achievement. The president travels aboard the Salt Lakes City cruiser, watching from the flagship area before dark.

Cape Henry Kirke Simpaon Saratoxa Capa Henry United States Gaman Hoover Tegking Rattlenbipn Cruinars Veriam Kmeuiver Abin Saratoga Uriden Cape Hanry Capes Wanlington

Whalen Bounced. Mulroney Named New York Police Commissioner

New York on May 20 reports the resignation of Police Commissioner Whalen. Manard T. Mulroney, 34, chief inspector of the detective division, was named to succeed him. Mulroney, quiet spoken with red hair and Irish birth, previously held the $100,000 a year post before being reassigned to the $30,600 salary after the Arnold Rothstein mill case. The change follows police turmoil over the Broadway slayer investigation.

New York Tiros Whaten Aleatoner Manard T. Mulroney Hhe Detective Division Theodora Moosevelt Pol Ca Whalen Wan Dia Arnold Rothstein Milling Broadway Bier

Sharp Decrease in Musselshell Population Report

May 20 report from the Musselshell county area notes a sharp decline in population over the past decade, with total residents dropping from 12,030 to a new low of 7,138. The canal mintive district, including Toundip and Klein mining camps, showed gains as 625 farms were reported.

Ponilaton Munvelshall Thare Mitasslatiel Toundip Klein

Hindus Poet Nabbed in Sedition Case Amid Raids

chaotic wire story fragment reports Sarojini Naidu, linked to Gandhi era civil disobedience, arrested in Dharasana Bombay amid raids. Simultaneously US politics: D. J. Davis carries Senatorial lead in Pennsylvania with about 73,000 votes from 2,453 districts. Governor contenders include Grundy and Philips with partial district tallies.

Dharasana Bombay Mrg Sarojini Naldu Mahatma Gandhi Abhapi Tyabji Satyagriha Boland Hatton Philadelphia Secretary of Labor D. J. Davis Joseph Mk.eroady United States Pennsylvania Dittrieta Gifford Pluchat Hehmet Francia Nenator Tyoman W Pamiipa, Jr Rovernat Philadolonia U Allagheny van Grundy Davia Rohlen Town Philips

Forest Fire Menaces Town in Nevada

Reno Nevada May 20 a torture wind fans a fire of the season menacing the town of Janesville in Lincoln County. Only this moment and all available men in the district are being rushed to the scene.

Reno Nev Janesville Luangen

Graf Zeppelin Passes Canary Islands En Route to Atlantic

The Graf Zeppelin flew over Palmas Canary Islands on May 21, with a reported dusk position near 9 lat 32 north and 14 west. The craft then continued toward Seville and the equator, under clear skies and steady motor hums as it traversed Atlantic-bound winds.

San Palmas Canary Islands Girat Zeppelin Chint Taom Friedrichabases Germany Seville Spain Graf Zeppelin Equator

Betty Compson granted interlocutory divorce in California

Los Angeles May 20 Betty Compson film actress was granted an interlocutory divorce from James Cruze on grounds of mental cruelty TheCruze were married October 14 1925 There was no community property Mexico City May 26 AP Pan suns thehore towed with General Avignatian Landing details unclear

Los Angeles Betty Compson Fim James Crux Directox Cruze Miss Compson Mexico City Avignatian Mcaraguan Nho Renetel Meaia- Aur United Winter Marines National Guard

Canada liquor bill 13 defeated in upper house

Ottawa May 29. The senate defeated an amendment to suspend the coming into force of the Haunt clearance bill prohibiting export to the United States. The vote was 10 to 0, and the main measure was then passed and read without division.

Ottara Onl Senate

Local man dies by suicide with spinning saw

Seymour May 20. A man killed himself by pressing his throat against a whirling saw in the darksmith shop of Feod Lang. The tragedy was discovered by Lang who found the body. the deceased had been ill for 11 months and employed there.

Seymour Win Lowin Legals Dlarkamith Feod Lang Lagats

Prohibition Hearing Sparks Fiery Exchange in Blaine McBride Tug

Wantington May 20 A heated session before the Senate committee sees Blaine and McBride clash over a card used to judge candidate qualifications. McBride accuses Blaine of questioning, Blaine counters he is probing candidly. Adjournment called due to lack of quorum and heated atmosphere as members react. Includes committee votes by state and totals for multiple regions.

Wantington Rcett McBride Blaine Winconsin Senate McBride Blain WI. H. Dawas South Dakota

British Taboo Harry K Thaw Moves Toward Britain

London reports that Labour Party organs say Harry K Thaw will not be allowed to enter Great Britain. Thaw is aboard a liner bound for Southampton as officials weigh his possible reception. In 1928 home secretary Joynson-Hicks previously refused him entry, and the Labour government is awaiting his arrival to decide. Boston meanwhile notes the American Unitarian association plans its annual meeting and a resolution on controlling behavior.

London Isbor Buday Inbor Harry K. Thaw Great Britain Taaw Bouthampton Windamt Joynson-ifieke Conservation Russtument

Flathead power permit welcomed by Montana officials

State leaders and Western Montana residents hailed Rocky Mountain Power's Flathead project permit as a milestone. Officials said work would start promptly after approvals, noting the vast capital and jobs potential, industrial growth, and spillover benefits to farms towns and new manufacturing in Montana. Governor Arleksan called the development a major state milestone with broad benefits.

Montana Rocky Mountain Flathead Frank M. Kerr

Bonanza Fire Devastates Town Bank and Stores

A blaze swept through Bonanza, a small town several miles from a distant city, destroying a bank, store, and warehouse. Officials estimate damages near $100,000 as flames ripped through the district amid windy conditions. Firefighters battled the blaze but some structures collapsed and were left in ashes. Authorities are investigating the cause as residents assess losses and begin cleanup.

Kiamash Ove Ati Bonanza Loti Wu Tang A. Hin

Roberts Confirmed by Senate for Supreme Court Seat

Washington confirms Qwen J. Roberts of Philadelphia as associate justice of the Supreme Court without debate or roll call. The nomination, previously pushed amid contention over Parker’s rejection, comes as the court vacancy left by the late Edward Santora is filled.

Washington Senate Qwen J. Roberts Philadelphia Supreme Court Didiee Down J. Parker Worth Merelith Oita Hoover Roberta Sas Wenate Severnment Marie P. Sinclair Mohenmo Chia Supreme Court Weath Edward Santora Ot Tonnenses

Western Montana celebrates Flathead power permit

Missoula May 20 AP Western Montana towns from Flathead Lake to Missoula celebrate a dam project on the Flathead River. Polson Pablo Ronan St Ignatius and other communities cheer as the long urged development nears, with Indians in St Ignatius showing cautious optimism about the deal worth 2 847 000 over 20 years and a $66 000 first payment.

Missoula Flathead Fale Montana Flathead River Polson Pablo Ronan St. Ignatius St Ignat Tue Mie Indiana Ittle Reservation

Gold Star Mothers Visit French War Graves

Gold Star Mothers from the Suresnen Kraut and Sureng party travel through Paris visiting Notre Dame and planning a pilgrimage to Mont Valerien. They will honor their sons at US military cemeteries in France, with overnight stays in Paris and visits to Armagne and other sites as they continue the journey.

Patia Cay Reptlig Knes Mo Rraven Aghuyer Paria Notre Dame Valerten Parvin Targa Verilune Armagne Oise Avigon-et-Nesles

Stage of Oldons Seen in Lewistown

May 20 report from Lemtatown describes a Concord stagecoach drawn through Jenintown by four horses and a parade to promote a convention in Lia MONANA Htuck. Noted figures Karl Bartman and Tes sn McCann participated, with the route near the city park and needful preparations noted.

Jenintown Fhenna Lia Monana Karl Bartman Tessn McCann Naetione Vosrhoy Miork Pakadal

Missing in Romania Flood Strikes Village Southwest of Jamy

In Bucharest area on May 20 floodwaters submerged Tanichy village and neighboring areas. Four thousand sixty people were reported affected across the region with many missing and communications severely disrupted making totals hard to verify. Local authorities fear high casualties and are coordinating relief as rescue teams reach affected zones.

Bucharest Tuma Jamy Cha Tanichy Nanwke

Boy 18 Held for Killing Girl in Auto Smashup

May 20 report from AMMings states 18 year old Tan Point of Bing wan held for manslaughter in the death of 17 year old Minnie Linrathy Slemwen after a rear collision with her car. Witnesses say both cars were drinking involved and that Latoint’s car struck from behind leading to fatal injuries.

Latoint Chester Torgerson Harolid Bonawats Ta- Point Misa Aletuson Witnuxsen TarPoint Alan Stem@en

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