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Helena Independent

Location

Helena, Montana, United States of America

Date

Sep 28, 1939

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Warsaw Surrenders After 20-Day Siege in Berlin Report

Berlin dispatch reports Warsaw capitulated unconditionally after a 20 day siege. German communique notes surrender of the Polish capital to the German army command. Ribbentrop’s Moscow visit fuels expectations of a German Russian accord as Warsaw faces civilian evacuation and occupation measures.

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Coast Guard Seeks Missing Vessels After Coastal Gale

Coast Guard continues search for missing ships after a Sunday coastal gale. 47 dead and missing reported as eleven cutters and four destroyers scour coves and offshore waters near Catalina Island. A dozen yachts abandoned the storm, found moored in a cave off Catalina by Coast Guard at dawn. Sheriff Turley cites 25 drowned. 30 aboard the fishing boat Spray. One man and one woman saved ashore.

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Jefferson Convicted of Murder in Florida Trial

A 24 year old defendant admitted to clubbing and stabbing a young drama student after luring her and another man from Miami with promises of a chance. The jury verdict found first degree murder with a mandatory death sentence. the defense planned to appeal to the Supreme Court. The case unfolded over four hours and ten minutes with no demonstrations in the courtroom.

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Lagliardia Halts Service of Papers in Radio Suit

New York authorities blocked warrants against radio figures in a copyright dispute over royalties. Lagliardia ordered an immediate writ of execution halted to avoid service on station officers and executives including ABCA president Pek, NBC president Lohy, CBS chief Paley, and Levy of Philadelphia WOAU, amid claims of conspiracy and fear of material legal costs.

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Britain Says German Attack on Warships Repulsed

London reports that Britain hailed the admiralty claim of victory against a German air raid on British warships. Berlin disputes the claim, while naval circles say the raid was a complete failure as German planes attacked capital ships in the North Sea. Churchill discussed the matter with the House of Commons after the inquiry.

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Legion Urges Armed Neutrality and Embargo Stance

The American Legion demanded armed neutrality and supported expanding and training armed forces to defend sovereignty and dignity. It urged Congress to safeguard peace while not opposing the administration’s embargo proposal, though it warned future events could outpace current resolutions. The group cited 3,026,085 members backing stronger national defense and unity against invasion.

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Montana Survivors of Athenia Sinking Reach New York

Mr and Mrs Thomas Kerr of Slateane Meagher county Montana survived the Athenia sinking. They arrived in New York aboard the Orizaln with only their travel documents and some personal possessions lost. They plan to return to Montana soon and expect to visit Miss Kerr's brother in Minneapolis before heading home.

Montana Athenia New York Thomas Kerr Orizaln Kerr Slateen Meagher Helena White Sulphur Springs Scotland Lany Nancy Monetana Mia T. A. Bhat Minneapolis Herr

Neutrality Plan Faces Opposition Across the Nation

The plan to keep the United States neutral amid mounting European tensions meets organized resistance at local and national levels. Survivors of the Athenia are welcomed home, signaling ongoing reactions to wartime events and shifting public sentiment as officials debate policy avenues and trade disruptions.

Pitt Panthers Stop in Helena for Workout for Husky Contest

Pitt Panthers paused in Helena en route to a Saturday workout with the Washington Huskies. The team, traveling from Pittsburgh by plane, stopped for a two hour session on Vigilante Field at Valens Wah School after landing in Missoula and before planned Spokane and Rent to stops. Coaches and players praised the turf and facilities, with officials noting Pitt’s $40,000 stadium work and the crew enjoying the sunny, springlike practice amid limited water access.

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Hitler Seeks Pressure for Peace Talks

Paris reports indicate Adolf Hitler aims to press France and Britain into peace talks by leveraging Western front gains. German advices say a formal peace offer may rest on the Poland partition, with Hitler demanding the return of Poland’s independence and troops to the Reich’s control.

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Question of Jurisdiction Over Territorial Waters

The text discusses the historical and legal basis for territorial waters, noting a three mile standard originally proposed by Thomas Jefferson and extended to a nine mile and then a broader approach. It cites experts and argues that the United States claims a 200 mile patrol area as a neutral, signaling evolving norms in maritime jurisdiction and the need for negotiation with other nations.

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Hibbar d Named On Bank Committee At Washington

Beattle Sept 27 Bankers and economists from across the nation gather to form a new banking and policy committee of the American Bankers Association at its national convention in Washington. Robert Veming, merchant of Ridge National Bank, was selected chair and members were announced for several committees. A Hibbar d is named among the committee members alongside Fittbart and Elena.

Soviet Says Freighter Sunk By Submarine Off Estonia Blame Cast

Moscow reports the 4000 ton freighter Metallist sunk off Estonia with five crew missing after an unidentified submarine torpedoed the ship. Officials accuse Estonia of aiding foreign naval operations as German-Soviet talks intensify. Diplomatic activity rises with von Ribbentrop visiting Moscow and Estonian ministers in the area amid speculation of a wider pact.

Moscow Estonia Metallist Finland Baltic Sea Joachim von Tibbentrop Kari Selier Forgian Minster Sukru Yor Ribbentrop Helginid Levint Batontar Tt Wan Tallinn Stonin Forolko Athlater Moncaw Wiltsten Ransing Din Puehes Mosrom Musaim Anat Rugnin Eurasia Rghir von Ribbentrop Ural Lie Krevitin Joseph Slatin Friederet Werner von der Schulent Alexander Shkartaeff Vassador Berlin

Half of Relief Reimbursement Made to State

Montana counties reported at a 9 a.m. meeting that half of relief reimbursements for aid to the needy have been paid. The state welfare board noted total reimbursements of 147,249 dollars, exclusive of vendor payments, with claims spanning March to June. Administrator J. M. Bran dfield said ponderous expenses and regional differences affect reimbursements while plans for streamlined processes are discussed. County requests for state assistance and share of expenses were presented, as the board reviewed the year’s end balances and the Assistance Fund total.

Montana Department of Pithiie Welfare J. M. Brandferid Brandford Mirkoetary Mdinn Vane Tirantind

Rosanner Speights Marries Seventh Husband in Funny Oversharing

Tatle, Sept 27 Rosanner Speights, 16, wed her seventh husband after a monthlong courtship. She previously wed five former spouses, four of whom are dead. A preacher once asked why she married so often, and she replied the Lord keeps taking them and she did too.

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Masher's Face Was Not Only Red but Also Black and Blue

New York reports John Durkin, 31, was assaulted in a subway by Frances Murphy, 28, a tall powerfully built woman. Durkin sustained facial injuries as Murphy struck him with a left hook after a confrontation, before police intervened and Murphy was identified.

Masher New York John Durkin Durkin Worgan Trotkin Frances Murphy Miss Murphy Tampid

Farm officials warn of new severe drought across heartland

Washington reports that drought conditions threaten feed and water supplies for livestock and threaten next year’s grain yields. Agriculture officials note pastures buried, cattle slashed, and winter wheat delayed as conditions worsen from the Rockies to the Mississippi Valley. Groundwater in western Oklahoma falls to its lowest level on record, pressuring farm operations nationwide.

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