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Newspaper

Helena Independent

Location

Helena, Montana, United States of America

Date

Nov 07, 1939

Page

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Registry Transfer Quietly Broadens US Ship Belligerent Trade

The Maritime Commission approved transferring eight of eleven transatlantic vessels to registry under the Republic of Panama. Commissioner Max O'Hell Truste said no neutrality act violation occurred and American-flag ships would not sail with foreign crews. Title to the ships will pass to a Pan-American corporation to operate and man the vessels for carrying cargo and tugs.

Washington Maritime Commission United States Republic Panama Europe Max O'Hell Truste Commission Truitt Congress United States Scamen Probihicet

Nervous system blamed for many skin disorders

Philadelphia on November 6. GP University of Chicago expert Samuel W. Revker told the American Academy of Dermatology that overstimulated nerves may cause skin disturbances. He warned that overcharged brains exhaust energy and trigger exaggerated immune or skin responses, including nervous dermatitis or rashes.

Philadelphia Samuel W. Revker University of Chicago American Academy of Dermatology and Syphilology

Former Doctor Francis March Sought After in State

Baltimore dispatch reports a man identified as John A. March, 95, a former country doctor in Harlem Moot, entered a police location claiming to be wanted on a hogue check charge. He said he would leave if not pursued, then threatened to start over. Deak Lt. George reported the man was hooked and held for investigation.

Baltimore Asmeeli John A. March Harlem Deak George

Nazis Threatened Sink City of Flint If Sailors Caused Trouble

Bergen Nev 6. German prize crew captain Joseph Gainard disclosed a broadcast threat from the lieutenant commanding the City of Flint’s prize crew. He warned American sailors of sinking the ship if they caused trouble, calling it a war measure and saying orders must be followed. An investigation by U S minister J Borden Harriman led to talks with Gainard. no conclusion yet and negotiations continue.

Bergen Nev City of Flint Joseph A. Gainard Leutenant Americas Amp England City of United States Norway Galoard

Brussels Mayor Adolphe Max Dies at 69 After Pneumonia

Adolphe Max, long time Brussels mayor and Belgium national figure, dies at 69 after pneumonia. Renowned for defiance against German invaders during World War I, he inspired Belgians and was admired by Queen Elizabeth. He survived a German arrest and prison, later escaping with a forged passport before the war ended.

Burgumar Bey Adolphe Max Belgium Brussels Marker Elizabeth Leopold von Jaroteky Titsele Hogins

Butte Policeman Hiccup Cure Seeks Ends in Death

Butte Nov 5 A Butte policeman Edward J. O Connor 29 died here after seeking hiccup remedies in California and Minnesota and a Rochester clinic He returned to duty Sept 1 but fell ill again entering hospital Oct 5 Doctors cited a stomach ulcer as the underlying cause His widow survives He was appointed to the force in 1929

Butte California Dtinosnia Edward J. O'Connor O'Conner Qurat Rochester Mint O'Connor

British Forces Ready for Attack by Parachute Army

In France on November 1, Royal Air Force and British Army officers prepared for a possible German parachute assault. Officials doubted a successful airborne strike, noting moonless nights and heavy anti aircraft fire as deterrents. The plan would require many aircraft and faced interception risks by British fighter planes.

Royal Air Force France Akirs Aome Stone

AFL Opens Drive to Maintain Labor Union Supremacy

Washington November 6 The American Federation of Labor launches a broad outreach drive to organize unrepresented wage earners. AFL chief Willan Green announces 400 plus committees at industrial centers and trained organizers to push union growth. Rival C I O counters and claims vary widely from under two to over four million members.

AFL Washington American Federation of Labor C.1.0 Crna Tay Auf Willan Green Heen Campaigan Avf.l

Trade Pact With Venezuela Lowers Oil Tariff

The United States and Venezuela announced a bilateral trade pact signed in Caracas. The U S excise tax on imported crude petroleum and fuel oil drops from one half cent to one fourth cent per gallon, applying to refinery inputs within limits. Venezuela grants tariff concessions on products making up about 36 percent of U S exports to Venezuela in 1948, with total U S exports to the country around 62 million dollars.

Washington United States Venezuela Atmto Department Caracas Giai Department U. S Patroleum Resources Venesueia

Britain claims UK menace over Atlantic lanes

London reports Britain asserting control of Atlantic shipping lanes against German submarines. An admiralty spokesman says the Germans are faring poorly as U boats are increasingly mastered and dangerous to continue. Britain vows escort vessels can protect cash and carry arms to the United States.

London Britain United States Admiralty Olticialogues

National VFW Commander to Visit Helena Montana

VFW National Commander Harold Joyer will visit Helena on November 24 and spend four days in Montana touring posts. State Commander Jack Poorman and Whitefish president Tina Allan will join the tour starting November 14 at Helena pool with a banquet planned during the visit. Commander James Weaver announced the itinerary with stops in Great Falls and Billings and a toast by G. Toomey.

Harold Joyer Otlk N James Weaver Jack Poorman Shelby Tina Allan Whitefish State Auxilary Hinlena Porm Yislts Weaver G. Toomey Greanshown Montana Wil Ysil Cuma

Nazi Propaganda Floods Two New Jersey Counties

Several thousand residents in Bergen and Essex counties received war propaganda from Berlin today, according to postal officials. Pamphlets accuse Poles of using gas supplied by England in the past campaign. Materials appear torn from a telephone book or directory.

Newark Bessey Bergen Berlin Goa England Tiead Drennen Nantes

Germans Broadcast Threat Against Ship Sailing for Holland

Montanans to Seek Advertising Money. German news bulletin from DNB Berlin claims a ship’s cargo is contraband allegedly bound for Belgium and Holland. Black Diamond Line officials reported the vessel carried a powered cargo likely to be whipped to Europe, destined for Antwerp and Rotterdam.

Holland New York Navy Coo Tumbia Broadcastinggeyatem Berlin Belpiin Jolanda PNB Safeite Blackath Victor J. Sudan Black Diamond Pernitx Antwerp

Appropriation Sought by Montana Legislature for Tourism

Montanans discuss seeking state appropriation in 1941 to promote tourist travel. Advertising plans include newspapers magazines radio and bureau contacts to boost visits to Yellowstone and Glacier and unite tourism efforts across the state with a cross-park travel push. Committee members from Missoula Great Falls and other cities named to coordinate the program and broaden publicity.

Hutte Montanana Tie Chamber of Come Meree Ergatlention Gramps Nenetit Hey Montung Whiel Will Frighide Charles W. Towan J. S. Rowe BG. Leipheimer Ed Graney Jat Watte Art Moghy Missoula J. W. Wendt Great Falls Red Pearce En- Toutnel Yellowstone Glacier Na- Vanat Parks

Cashier Faints as Gunmen Rob Payroll at Office

Harriet Powerney, 24, of Maryland, fainted at the door after two gunmen dragged her onto a balcony inside a company office. One thief struggled as another stole a $2,000 payroll, while a bystander near the doorway kept out of reach. The incident left the cashier shaken and the men fled.

Chengo Harriet Powerney Adel MD Wileror Company Er Roblrta Puint

Two Montana Officers Held As Kidnapers In Get Girl Plot

Montana vocational school officers led by Bill Adama and Ming Kaltyn Polak abducted a girl’s alleged violator from Washington to return him, but friends and police heard the radio broadcast chained the pursuit. The episode escalated from a campus inquiry to a coastward journey, ending with intervention.

Montana Ny 8 Thora Thors al of Washington Oko Bill Adama Achoal Ming Kaltiyn Polak Mataat Jay Nat Adama Misa Polak Kony Webster Marconi Teich Adan Mian Polak Oregon Marcon

Government loses nonequity in tax rulings upheld by tribunal

Washington notices report the tribunal upholding technical aspects of income and payroll taxes, affirming exemption for a charity and ruling mortgages of the Tome Owner ers Loan corporation not subject to state documentary and recording taxes. The decision, read by Justice Tlagnos, outlines states refunds denial for government contractors concerning federal payroll taxes and unemployment taxes.

Washington Supreme Court Incamo Noelal Security Lion Cutler Abaent Duiet Juatics Tlagnos

Smith to Plead Guilty to 4 Charges in LSU Case

Baton Rouge November 6 UP former LSU president Dr. Jamen Monroe Smith halted in district court as he was to plead guilty to four charges including forgery and embezzlement of university funds.

Baton Rouge, la Jamen Monroe Smith Lousiana State University Miptriet Court Carter

Farm Prices Rise Led by Lambs Wool Wheat and Beans

Jay G. Diamond, statistician for the marketing area, reported Montana farm prices for mid October show higher trends. Lambs sold at 7.60 per 100 pounds, wool at 28 cents, and beans at 2.95 per 100 pounds, with wheat at 7 cents per bushel. Compared with a month and a year ago, prices are mixed but generally higher than last year in several items.

Jay G. Diamond Mo Perieattural Ares Leo Montana Siowert Humber Caion Mons Wun I Orion

Britain to Take All Canadian Lead for War Supply

London reports the government plans to purchase Canada’s entire lead and zinc output during the war after domestic needs are met. Canada produces about 18 million dollars in lead and 23 million in zinc yearly, with most lead mined in British Columbia.

London Canada British Columbia

Soviet Premier Molotov vows unyielding peace policy

Moscow reports Molotov’s address on the 22nd anniversary of the Red Revolution. He condemns capitalistic powers led by the United States Britain and France as provoking discontent and war. He says Soviet Russia remains united and powerful and that capitalism must perish. He calls arms embargo repeal by Britain and France a cover for their anti-Soviet aims, in a rally at the Holborn opera house crowd.

Moscow Soviet Russia Molotoff United States Great Britain France Communiat International

Crop Insurance System Reports A Large Deficit

Washington reports the Federal Crop Insurance Corporation shows a deficit in its first year. Premiums collected on the 1929 wheat crop totaled 3,691,010 bushels, valued at about 1,896,000 dollars. Indemnities paid rose to 9,461,720 bushels across 42,420 policies, with Nebraskas 1,222,701 bushels and Wyomings 207,745 bushels in paid claims through October 24.

Washington Ifi Federal Crag Tn Motttata Nebraska Wyoming

Crowds Apply for 450 Jobs at Republic Steel Plant

About 1,000 job seekers crowded the N and G Taylor plant of Republic Steel at Cumberland Mississippi today to land one of 450 openings as the plant, closed for two years, readies to reopen December 1. Police helped control the throng after broken doors and shattered windows. Former employees will be given first consideration.

French Claim Big Victory After Vicious Air Battle

Parte Nov 6 German and French air forces clashed in a violent battle with France claiming nine enemy planes shot down and their squadron escaping largely without loss. German ground forces pressed on Fortain while French forces answered with aggressive aerial action on the western front.

Fransfer Fortaen Mal

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