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Newspaper

Helena Independent

Location

Helena, Montana, United States of America

Date

May 25, 1939

Page

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Senator O Mahoney proposes rights based business program

New York May 24 Senator Joseph C O Mahoney D Wy recommended a sensible program for reconstruction of free independent business enterprise. He urged recognition of human rights in essential government regulation to maintain economic freedom at a gathering of a major industrial conference board. He argued government and business serve the public good and that regulation should balance interests to preserve prosperity and peace.

New York Joseph C. O'Mahoney Wye Rotor Sithin

Rescue of 33 Squalus Sailors Ends Tragic Dive

Portsmouth New Hampshire May Navy completes epic underwater rescue of the submarine Squalus crew. All living members saved after hours of peril 20 dead aboard the wreck. Last eight men surfaced at 1230 a.m. following a delayed bell trust and pumping hose work. Survivors recount the long, tense ascent and dangers faced during the dives.

Portsmouth N. H United States Navy Wodlhenday Dyer Torthoum

Japan Warships Stop and Board a French Liner

Japanese warships stopped and boarded the liner Aramis, detaining the ship for about an hour. The Aramis, en route from Shanghai to Europe, had earlier been fired upon near Hong Kong by destroyers, after which the incident prompted protests from the foreign office.

Japan France Fharghal Dales Aranda Tolgkang Lata Wwe Taninoee Matt Afficoya Shanghai Europe Aris Neutrasular Oriental Ranpura McRass Hongkong

Mother Who Stabbed Young Son Held Sane

In Long Beach on May 24 a superior court ruled Mamie I Zimmerman 34 a gambling boat cashier sane after she slashed her 15 year old son Orville Clifton Zimmerman on March 17. She had prior convictions for assault with intent to commit murder and faces a one to 14 year term at sentencing Friday.

Long Beach Call Mamie I. Zimmerman Sano Whey Orville Clifton Zimmerman Taurt

Tax revision appears sure this session

Washington reports point to a likely congressional action on tax reform this session. A conference involving President Roosevelt Harrison Byrnes and other leaders suggested momentum for removing tax barriers to hiring. Proponents expect a program to ease tax deterrents within the coming weeks, with discussion centering on major tax reform.

Washington Mar Pi— I Congressional Action Campiny Union Mresilent Roosevelt Chatrovan Harrison Mres Senate Cuaner Gamte Amitier Benntor Byrnes Das m

Bergdoll to Reach New York as Officials Weigh Entry

Washington May 24 The draft evader Grover Bergdoll sails toward New York as Senate military committee debates whether he should be allowed back into the United States. Officials cite pending custody and possible imprisonment while immigration authorities consider denying entry due to a long exile.

Grover Bergdoll New York Washington Grover Cleveland Bergnall Harry Marty Weinberger Senate Borgdall Unev Germany Allen WW. Guilton Army Fergdall Gerard A. Meike Koliciter Labor Department Bergaoll United States Bergdoll Sheppard Takas Miitary Committee Wenberety Jeaner

Governor Receives Quick Reaction to No Fireworks Law

Morrsburg May 24 The governor faced swift responses to Pennsylvania's no fireworks law. An 8 year old York resident Joseph Galley sent a letter praising the governor while noting fireworks as part of Fourth of July tradition. The governor replied kindly wishing him a happy Fourth of July.

Morrsburg Arthur H. James Pennsylvania Joseph Galley York Joseph

Way Cleared For First Vote On Townsend Pension

Washington reports that Congress cleared the way for the first vote on the Townsend old age pension plan. The measure, introduced by Rep Hendrickson, would provide monthly pensions to the elderly, financed by a 2 percent tax on retail business receipts and a 1.5 percent levy on manufacturing profits. The House committee reported the bill without recommendation, with a 23 to 2 vote against amendments.

Way Townsend Washington Congress Sammitten Sho Townshend Franon Krom Revenuen

Queen Mother Recovering After Motor Accident

Queen Mary is reported recovering from injuries after a motor accident yesterday. A Marlborough bulletin said her progress is satisfactory despite pain and bruising with no bone damage shown by x ray and eye injury improving. she will turn 73 Friday and canceled an advance birthday party awaiting a cautious curtailary family gathering.

London Mother Mary Queen Mary Marlborough

Official List of Survivors From Squalus Submarine Rescue

The official list from Portsmouth records survivors rescued from the Rumken submarine Squalus. Names include Lieut. (1) G. Tolin C. Nichols and many others across ranks such as chief petty officers, machinists mates, radiomen, enginering officers, and seamen. The list spans multiple cities and roles with numerous individuals named.

Portsmouth Tolin C. Nichols Onlass Tornedo Tiser

Whisker Story Confession Baffles City Police

An out-of-town visitor claimed yesterday that before a riot ended every resident ate whiskers. He insisted the culprit was a man named Charles Tavghian, until a sudden recollection revealed a different identity, leaving investigators puzzled by the confused confession.

Tle Charles Tavghian

Grand Officer Of Odd Fellows To Visit Today

General Learce J. Brrlet of Seattle visits to promote a temperance program. Montana Grand Master George Millony, Grand Master Woo Johns, and others attend a banquet at Endy’s Room. The event includes local and out of town Odd Fellows leaders and a keynote address by General Brejel.

Odd Fellows Learce J. Brrlet Seattle Order of Ada Fellowe Wii Ace Montana Myler George Millony Sara Woo Johns Wean Beitridgn Butte Endy Roenom Aly General @reint Melona Ord Towa Ruente James Dennis Derr Ladgn J. Lew Grady Daxt A. F H. Weallake Boxeman Brejel

Deatherage Claims Nazis Back Anti Jewish Propaganda

Washington report cites Deatherage asserting Nazi material supports anti Jewish groups and a near revolution. He alleges anti Jewish sentiment rises in the U S, thanks to embassy officials and financiers, and urges action by the Knights of the White Cathedral.

Albania Big Problem in Washington

Fragmentary OCR describes a political stir involving Albania and Washington. It mentions Tin Tintest nattony, Waty Tas, and references to patent, conquest, and a Cherokee-like governance. It also alludes to a marine memorial, state records, and a vague date around 1904.

Albania Washington Bonia Maur Bern Pates Zerg Vineray Kang Willie Cero

Trapped men recount calm actions during submarine incident

Norfolk sailor recalls a test dive gone wrong as crew members maintained discipline paring the vessel. The dive proceeded normally until a complication occurred, forcing emergency steps to evacuate and seal compartments while reentry and ventilation issues were managed under captain and diving officer direction.

Tartsnouth Toway Romelling Jol Dame Helow Wsardera Bayenderh

King George Praises Faith in British Canada and U S Relations

King George lauds faith and fair play among Britain Canada and the United States. In a speech at Winnipeg he champions ongoing cooperation and condemns force or coercion, praising the empire’s unity with Canada and the United States. The address, delivered in a Winnipeg metropolis, signals strong ties across dominions in a troubled era.

King George Britain Canada U.S

Plans Convention for Montana Reserve Officers

Plans are laid for the seventh reserve district U S army state convention in Montana with more than two officers expected and many to stay until Monday for a visit by Norwegian royalty and the Viglinnis parade. Open registration planned Saturday with officials arranging rosters and seating.

Seventh Reserve District U, 5 Army Montana Reserve Bonocintina Hora Viglinnis Officeva Nae Fomtborgnn

Voluntary Silence Ends for Owa Man

Audubon May 24. Silent Perry aged 86, long known as Silent Perry for 69 years, died yesterday at the Audubon County Home. Fifty years ago a girl known as Silent Bin was to have married him at the altar, but he maintained silence, even avoiding radio appearances.

Audubon Towa Silent Thin Perry Dea Silent bin Altan Audubon County

Hitler Soviet pact seems near

London May 24 Policymakers said negotiations on a three power mutual assistance pact among Britain France and Soviet Russia had advanced to a point where Prime Minister Chamberlain expected full agreement within two weeks In a doublehove meeting the British dominated government pressed for a policy shift toward guaranteeing Poland and line up allied guarantees to Romania Greece and Turkey as part of a broader eastern European security pact

Jrondon Britain France Soviet Russia Chamberlain Vascont Haleay Tyan Mulsky House of Commons Russa Pau Peetes Mowru Europe Cie Ies Ste Cee Poland Romania Greece Turkey Rone

Famed Mexican Flier Sets New Record on Trip

The Mexican aviator set a new record during a May flight, landing in New York after a long journey. The flight time and fuel details are unclear, but reports mention a 48 minute period and comparisons to a prior time.

Fire at Bremerton Navy Yard Halts Power Plant Work

A major blaze at the Bremerton Navy Yard damaged the central power plant and control board, delaying operations for an indefinite period. Harold Parker, master mechanic, said an old switch exploded during inrush efforts as flaming oil sprayed the control area, with officials unable to estimate total damage.

Bremerton Wash Forst Navy Yard Aeven Harold Parker

Youth of 17 Kills Parents and Sister in Sleep

In Reaver Pennsylvania a 17-year-old son killed his parents and sister as they slept. The victims, Paul Cooke, 42, Corna Cooke, 45, and Eleanor Cooke, 26, were found bludgeoned and shot. The son confessed after police apprehended him at Beaver Falls High School. Authorities prepared murder charges.

Reaver MT. C. McCarter Forrant Cooke South Beaver Tawnenp Cor Fleanor Ada O Paul Indis Peter Blate Beaver Falla High Echeo Stern McCarter Weld

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