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Helena Independent

Location

Helena, Montana, United States of America

Date

Sep 22, 1939

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Embargo Repeal Sought as Roosevelt Seeks Cash System

Washington diary reports President Roosevelt signaling a grim congressional clash over neutrality. He urges repeal of the arms embargo to belligerents and adoption of a cash and carry system with restrictions on loans and delivery. The clash splits parties as debate opens in a newly convened special session.

Washington Roosevelt Congress William E. Horan Iluho Gerald Nye North Dakota Arthur Vandenberg Michigan

Hitler's Troops In Poland Reach Rumanian Line

Fragmented battlefield report claims German units advanced toward the Tangarian border and Carpathian corridors in Poland. A Hungarian border guard exchange and a hungarian guard reportedly accompany shifting lines as officers validate a formal occupation plan follows tomorrow.

Hitler Poland Vedoyee Munzars Bory Aring Carpathian Mountains

Butte Physician 16 Called In Pasadena

Pasadena Calif Sent 21 Died suddenly in Pasadena while visiting California with his wife. Cause undetermined at once. Mrs Mowery returned to Butte by air to arrange funeral. The deceased, EB Emery of Butte Mont, was a physician.

Pasadena Calif EB. Emery Butte Mont California

Highlights of Roosevelt neutrality speech in congress

Washington September 21. President Roosevelt addresses Congress on neutrality warnings and embargo policy. He urges repeal of the embargo to restore traditional neutrality and asks Congress to consider phases of policy ensuring American safety and peace.

Vaterbeam

Pope Pius XI Adopts Self Denial for Peace Effort

Castel Gandolfo, Sept. 4. Pope Pius XI has embraced a monastic self denial program to seek peace in Europe. Informants say he prays to the Virgin Mary, endures fasts on vegetables, and rises early for devotions. He reportedly sleeps little, prays in the chapel at night, and appears more emaciated, though his health remains generally stable.

Pope Pius XI Castel Gandiefo Waly Ponells Europe bin West

Benito Urges Peace Amid Defenses In Italy War Talks

Rome reports Premier Mussolini and Gen. Luigi Negri spoke on high morale of Alpine troops as Italy signals readiness for stronger defense. A telegram from Turin praised troops near the French frontier and an order marking the frontier militia’s eighth anniversary reinforced vigilance. No change in Europe war outlook despite Poland’s fall.

Rome Mansolini Musantini Turin St Duco Noneantsto Luigi Rurso Fanciet Militia Ronan Europe Poland Germany Ausala

Nazis Watch Congress on Neutrality Amid War Unrest

Reports describe German and Soviet forces near the Hungarian frontier as Polish towns endure air raids and mass looting. Bands roam the countryside, weapons stockpiled from by mysterious sources, while Polish officers flee across borders seeking refuge from the advancing advance.

Poung Layeiniat Thei Aemunttlo Fronca Runa

Solons Ignore Party Lines In Comment On Neutrality

Washington reports show senators from both parties reacting to President Roosevelt's plea to repeal the embargo provision of the neutrality act. Edgy remarks from McNary Ellender Overton Hughes Holt George and others indicate mixed support and cautious opposition, with many stressing cautious revision to keep the United States out of war. The debate continues as comments from party members reveal no clear consensus.

Washington Peesitent Hoosevelt Congress United States Senate McNary Ore Anated Nignoniliou Hughes Del St. Holt W.va.s Waldt George Gail Arran Noyself

Stress What U. S. Can Gain by Staying Out of War

Berlin dispatches describe German propaganda arguing neutrality benefits the United States while Britain and Poland face pressure as Nazi forces advance. Reports note limited troop movements in Poland and strategic shifts as officials debate avoiding conflict with the Netherlands Belgium Luxembourg.

U. S Berlia Germany Congress Eseph Coote Netherlands Belgium Luxembourg Poland Warsaw Mad- Win Gora Kalvavja Palla

Warsaw Station Says Nazis Are Still Held Off

Warsaw dispatch reports the western sector of the city quiet as German forces were repulsed in northern sections after fresh attacks. Polish infantry and cavalry repelled incursions, inflicting heavy losses. in Praga district a bayonet charge repulsed Germans and captured machine guns.

Warsaw Bucharest Rad P Secion Praga

Historic Peace Effort Account Made Public in 1940s Negotiations

A newly published government document recaps failed talks between Britain and Germany during the effort to salvage Europe from war. It covers Adolf Hitler asking to consider an alliance, Sir Nevile Henderson's cautious stance on Germany's pact with Poland, and ministerial discussions over direct Poland Germany talks. Henderson described Hitler as excitable and violent in language, complicating efforts to ease Europe tensions.

Warn Arilah Ravernment Aitain Germany Adolf Thitler Dieegstrang Tritt Allianen Artissa Nevile Henderson Mosains Sir Nevis Poland Jozef Beck Karrope Hever Hiller Marlin A. Renk Cone Inki Mareh Dla Sir Navile Lord Mallrix Hitler Chamberlain Henderson Itler England Nenderson

Shortage of War Materials Not to Be Repeated Again

London dispatch reports Parliament hearing assurances that Britain will not repeat wartime stock shortages as the main objective remains victory. Supply Minister Burgin cites 700 firms aiding the war effort and orders for war materials worth 79 million pounds since the Melt with Germany began.

London Hirlmin Forelgn Lord Stairfax Agaiont Leada Burgin Firitisa Britain France

French Minister Declares Hitler Will Be Crushed

Paris September 21 Premier Edouard Daladier told the world that Adolf Hitler blocked peace efforts of the United States while spurning those of Europe. He spoke as France vowed complete victory and arms repeal plans moved through Congress. Western Front forces were strengthening against a German offensive as Poland’s conquest appeared complete with Husain invasion.

Paris Edouard Daladier Adolf Hitler United States World France Suer Germany Roosevelt Congress Daladine Poland

County Superintendents Close State Convention in City Today

County superintendents of schools wrap up the state convention in the city with a morning program at 9 30 featuring a grade school orchestra directed by Bilward KR and several talks on public health rural library modernization and activity programs. Afternoon events include readings by the American Legion and remarks by Leo A Drewiecki with sessions continuing on another page.

City Yeatorday Orchastra Bilward KR Pyate Superctsot Jelnna Rurat Moregaret Hayes Rebetta Flynn Fhuel Dinminurd Hyun Arnette Anna L. Woods Shutley Florency Warcan Columbuss Leo A Drewiecki Hota

Admiralty denies Bremen 15 capture rumor

London reports the Admiralty denied rumors that the Bremen 15 had been captured. Officials would not confirm or deny the reports that the British navy seized the German ship in British waters. The Admiralty added there was no foundation to claims that the battleships Republic, Renown and Repulse were lost.

London Bremen Nner Yarlor Tland Renown Repulne

Execution after Bucharest coup threat shocks city

King Carol swifted to quell a pro Nazi Iron Guard coup after anti Nazi premier Calinescu was assassinated. Iron Guard leaders and eight alleged conspirators were publicly executed in Bucharest as troops were mobilized and a state of emergency declared. Crowds watched as bodies lay on the pavement and loyalty events spread nationwide.

Bucharest Carol Pronazi Iron Guard Antinazi Armand Calinescu Army Legdera Naionwide Ieral Woo Guard Caliteren Jiellaly France Gill

California Heat Wave Continues And Deaths Rise

Southern California temperature tops 100 degrees for the 11th day as heat deaths climb to eight. A new 26 year high of 106 is set in the region with Ocean Beach at 110 and San Diego at 106. Inland towns report 100s while San Francisco endures a high of 87.

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Soviet Claim Poland Drive Bars German March Into Rumania

Moscow reports that Soviet operations in Poland blocked a direct German advance toward Romania, isolating Germany from access to Romania through Hungary. The dispatch notes occupation advances near Brest-Litovsk and Kobryn, with broader movements affecting the northern front and Finland’s border area.

Moncow Stausin Poland Rumania Germany Necena Hungary Etretna Rad Pinuk Beat-Litovsk Kobrin Keobrya Mitna Brest-Litovak Bporadin Action

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