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Newspaper
Helena Independent
Location
Helena, Montana, United States of America
Date
Sep 21, 1933
Page
1
President Roosevelt discussed inflation with Dr. George Warren of Carnell, who analyzed the European monetary situation for the White House. The talk touched on currency, credit expansion, and potential moves to strengthen circulation, while officials note no final plan yet.
The crash killed three men, including A. Roberts and J. Young, as the plane attempted to land at Livengand Airport near Anchorage. Authorities said the aircraft struck the runway and burst into flames during approach. No survivors were reported.
Washington reports veterans organizations have paused cash bonus demands to concentrate on restoring benefit cuts under the Economy Act. The American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars show support for a four point plan, while state conventions hint at changes before the Chicago national conclave.
Washington Sept. 20. Prominent wets and drys of major political parties joined to organize retail beverage dealers for a week of uniform state laws on liquor dispensing and enforcement to drive out bootlegging. Nearly all legislators backed repeal, stressing liquor as a controlled business under law.
The bodies of Mrs. Ralph Mather and Migelow were pulled from a lake near Keewatin after their party’s overturned canoe. Howard Gehaufner of Ely disappeared. no inquest was held. Mrs. Mather had lived in St Paul since 1921.
Butte city wakes to shock as Pete O'Hare, 66, dies in Incal Hospital from injuries in Sunday explosion that demolished a dwelling on the north side. State Fire Marshal Mountjoy says he would have faced arson charges at the next criminal term after interviewing an eyewitness and concluding the investigation.
Herman Hirewin aged 76, after four decades of solitary life, died of starvation in a rented room in Ogaltala last night. A visitor, Bertie, went to pay him for coins but found him collapsed. Authorities report possible financial distress and note the body was buried in a corner of the room.
In New York on September 20, seven suspects were jailed after metropolitan raids tied to the $40,000 ransom kidnapping of John D. O Connell Sr. Leonard Searnier and others implicated in related bank robberies and slayings were questioned. Authorities said the group included residents of Kelso and Manhattan. several had prior criminal records.
Former President Herbert Hoover and Mrs Hoover toured a Chicago fair with heavy police presence escorting them. The couple moved through crowds, viewed exhibits, and met officials before retreating to host Arch Shaw for a luncheon and formal reception.
Washington reports the National Recovery Administration considers two master codes for retail trade and drug stores. The retail code would require markups above wholesale delivered price and curb price cutting while ensuring retailer compensation for services. The decision on these codes is pending with no immediate clearance.
Wick Sparing and Johanie Wilson, youths near DeNoster gas station in North Benton, were robbed of about 18 shillings last night as proprietor William J. DeRosier was away for supper. An unmasked bandit entered with a revolver and forced the attendants to empty the till into a sack.
Philadelphia residents witnessed a labor protest around Independence Hall as window cleaners from the union demonstrated in front of the national landmark after recent employments. The action marked a rare public labor display at a historic site.
Havana reports of a homemade tank near the presidential palace and extra cavalry amid unrest around President Ramon Grau San Martin. Guards reinforce the palace, machine guns deployed, traffic diverted, and residents evacuated as mutiny fears and anti government forces swirl. Eastern Cuba sees rising violence and malaria reports while Linotype workers threaten strikes over wage terms.
Civil war Union veterans, aged but resolute, march through St Paul downtown for the 67th Grand Army of the Republic reunion. About 2700 in line and an estimated 75 000 spectators. Commander du Oniel Russell Martin and Gov. Floyd B Olson review units as pensions and prices dominate veterans’ appeals. Local concerns focus on the 10 percent pension cut under the economy act.
The Urschel family receives a threatening letter in Ciklanoma City, with a spokesman stating they have thrown their lot with law and government and will fight the menace to a finish. The item notes continued coverage on Page 7.
Dr Annie Besant world leader of theosophists known as the grand old lady of India died in Madras today at nearly 86. Her birthday was October 1. Funeral services will be held tomorrow at Adyar with cremation to follow.
Washington Sept 20 AP dispatch says President Roosevelt is back in bed briefly with a slight fever after a busy day of conferences. His condition is described as modest and not producing a cold, and he resumes duties after a semi weekly press interview. Secretary Stephen T Barry coordinates plans for a light weekend absence on the Potomac.
Rev Jelph Teo Hayes will be consecrated as Bishop in the Catholic church tomorrow at Pittsburgh. He is pastor of St Catherine's church and is remembered locally as a barefoot boy who dreamed of a big league career. Pope-designated for the episcopate at Helena, Mont, he will be joined by former Duquesne classmates and other priests.
Marin G. Menocal, former Cuban president, and Col. Carlos Mendieta lead the opposition group against Ramon Grau San Martin in Cuba. The article names the two figures as key leaders in the struggle over Cuba's presidency.
Washington reports the navy strengthened its cordon of warships near Cuba interior trouble after state department advice for Americans endangered there to seek protection aboard warships and move closer to vessel guns. Four destroyers were ordered from Guantanamo to troubled spots.
Government prosecutors in New York traced the path of alleged lottery tickets Davis is accused of sending across state lines for charity halls of the Royal Order of Moose. The case centers on the U S Senator James J Davis of Pennsylvania facing charges related to manipulating charity event tickets.
Washington, Sept 20. The head of the National Association of Manufacturers charged that the American Federation of Labor seeks to control labor and blocks recovery aims. He warned that William Green and his allies have started agitation likely beyond their control, reacting to unions formed with employer cooperation.
New York Sept 20 The United States will recognize the Soviet Union before congress convenes in January. President Roosevelt told a consultant on foreign affairs that he wants to dispose of the controversial matter when he can act freely without anti Soviet pressure in Congress. Officials say he decided earlier but waited for domestic affairs to permit settling the issue. The Soviet Union has urged heavy trade with America after diplomatic relations.
The note from Vida California dated Sept 20 reports Mr. Hoover meets a reporter but declines to discuss national topics. The writer suggests that people today claim to know the future with high confidence, while the rest of the piece speculates on coming events and beliefs about knowledge.
Washington dispatch reports President Roosevelt stated the United States would press ahead with naval construction, aiming for a limit of 238 million dollars, regardless of possible foreign suggestions. The indication came amid ongoing discussions on military expansion.
London reports the British cabinet believes a disarmament agreement is essential for Europe and the world. Failure to secure a pact would provoke alarming reactions, signaling urgent moves toward arms control.
Detroit reports Joseph O'Btonian, held in Los Angeles, faces a fresh kidnapping accusation. Police cite a ransom case from 1927 involving Abe Fine and others, with links to prior figures including O'Riordan and Burke. O'Riordan already faced charges in a 1940 plot targeting a Central Produce dealer’s child.
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