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Newspaper
Helena Independent
Location
Helena, Montana, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1933
Page
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Postmaster General Vanes to urge campaign workers to back repeal of the 18th amendment as the administration backs the effort. The push targets the prohibition law with a plan to energize GOP leaders and voters.
The New York state convention adopted a repeal motion after a long debate. Delegates chosen at large and from county units backed the repeal effort with substantial margins, including a strong showing in New York City. The action sets the stage for forthcoming electoral and legislative moves.
In a May speech, Roosevelt outlines federal aid to assist jobless women as part of broader employment programs. He pledges new measures to create work opportunities and support for families facing unemployment amid economic strain.
The Senate inquiry features J P Morgan detailing bank operations amid questions about funds flow and management. The testimony touches on committee concerns, regulatory posture, and future actions while outlining the roles of Morgan and associated firms in the financial landscape.
War office reports imminent truce talks near Peiping with claims that Japan may evacuate the area north of the Great Wall and that the ancient capital Min occupies will remain untouched while negotiations focus on terms and possible peace.
Washington May 23 A lower house approves a bank regulation measure to safeguard deposits and create a federal insurance fund potentially reaching 2 billion dollars. The bill aims to enhance depositor protection, with implications for Federal Reserve and state banks and the broader banking system.
A Bengal tigress escaped and boarded a railway baggage car near San Antonio. Guards subdued the animal after it moved along the car, frightening workers and prompting a cautious response as authorities contained the wild creature.
In San Francisco on May 23 the American Legion national commander Louis Johnson declared the Legion will carry the flag of government economy. He spoke at a public meeting at the Veterans Memorial Building urging support for fiscal restraint amid critics.
Mato Trurten Bowen and Montana National Guard officer designated to pay a tenth of the wreath from Trestedene Roosevelt on the tomb of the late Senator Walsh. Major Bowen to wear uniform. ceremony to include officials of the Requisition Cone and With Trdge William Seaton, honoring the long association with the late senator. The wreath will be sent from Washington, arriving in Bend May 24.
Eugenia Jelke testified in a Newport divorce case that her husband hinted he could frame anyone and had enough money to buy witnesses. She said he warned she would face accusations of adultery and that the matter was to be decided by Judge Chavtea A. Walsh, with Mrs Tolhes as the prosecutor.
Washington May 23—the Ways and Means Committee filed a formal report on the 3.3 billion measure for House action Thursday. The panel approved the plan unanimously with one dissent on the revenue program raising gasoline taxes and making lock dividends taxable. The bill aims to speedy revival through tax levies, pending eighteenth amendment repeal or emergency end.
A violent Midwest storm left one person dead and injured many others across Nebraska Kansas Colorado Montana Minnesota and surrounding areas. Hundreds of buildings barns and crops were destroyed or damaged, with losses estimated in the millions. Rescue teams worked by foot and air as communities including New Teinsic Mandan and nearby towns faced widespread devastation and displacement.
In Spokane Washington a federal relief program prepares to issue the first emergency refinancing loans under the new farmers relief act. Officials announce three completed applications from farmers in Idaho Montana Oregon and Washington as agents review terms. Scollard notes strict guarantees but expects funds to commence by Saturday.
In Manchester New Hampshire a strike riot near the Armory district drew about 2000 demonstrators. About 30 arrests followed as civilians and police and guardsmen clashed with rocks and tear gas. Troops and officers moved in to disperse the crowd. most activity waned after midnight.
Five Newfoundland sailors including Captain Tests Sameon and four crewmen from the Flat Island schooner Loyd Fileworth drowned when their motorboat capsized near Nair Cove in Bonavista Bay while loading a cage. The men were part of a small fishing voyage. tragedy occurred as the craft overturned and sank.
Mt McFadden in eruption again as Rep Vetadden presents a resolution of impeachment on the house floor in Washington. The document accuses Secretary Woodin and several Federal Reserve officials of high crimes and misdemeanors and misappropriating funds from the U S Treasury. Names include Eugene Mexer Roy Young Eugene FR Black Ogden Mills Andrew Mellon and F H W Curtis. Speaker Ramet faces whether to allow reading of the resolution as it targets officials no longer in office.
The closing stage of the Louderback case nears completion as Judge rejects allegations of wrongdoing. Prosecutors and defense present final arguments. East standard time schedules show a recessed court until tomorrow with further proceedings anticipated.
Dancer Gilda Grey announces a third marriage after a May event tied to a Viva-era theme. The Milwaukee native, previously linked to a Wiener showgirl, wed a new partner amid public attention, following an earlier separation and divorce. Details note a Port Washington proceeding and a local Wisconsin residence.
Town announces closure and potential reorganization amid petitions and local debate. Officials note extraordinary fiat and signatures as part of the process, with no immediate timetable for reopening.
An annual meeting of Bozeman Kad and Cut eit reveals a notable fishing season in this section. Teffingwell has held fishing rights for years, with strong catches reported on the opening day.
Geneva May 23 France backs a pooling facet at the disarmament conference. Foreign Minister Paul Boncour opposes destroying heavy war material and urges its preservation for use by the League of Nations against aggression. The move aligns with the old Tardieu plan for internationalizing tanks and other offensive weapons, signaling France will not destroy weapons outright.
A nineteen year old, Willard Cavanaugh, was killed by Falls police tonight after stealing an automobile and robbing stores. He had a long criminal record, was on parole, and had previously been in Miles for theft offenses. His father was named John Cavanaugh.
James W. Nugent of Ailes City was elected state deputy of the Montana Archts order at its annual convention closing session. State officers were chosen. Roznan May and others named to posts as officers were reelected, reflecting continuity in leadership and plans for the coming year.
Report notes a renewed, strained attempt to convene a trial over an obit indictment tied to the YPIA Peeper case. The session focuses on selecting a composed panel, with prosecutors seeking to compel the judge and address last minute changes after a Supreme Court review.
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