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Newspaper
Helena Independent
Location
Helena, Montana, United States of America
Date
Sep 29, 1932
Page
1
Lou Gehrig belted a fourth inning homer at Yankee Stadium as the Yankees toppled the Cubs 12 to 6 in the opening game of the World Series. The heavy artillery of New York backed by strong defense delivered a one sided victory paving the series lead.
The New York weather forecast predicts fair conditions for the ball game today with no rain expected. Weather officials in the city caution fans and players to prepare for clear skies as the World Series approaches.
Frankin D Roosevelt and George W Norris spoke from the same platform in McGook Nebraska urging Republicans to place national interests above party. Norris praised Roosevelt as the nation itself needs a new Roosevelt while Bryan and other presidential hopefuls nearby drew comments from the crowd at the county fair grounds.
At a country fair in Hlaytowtown Pa on September 3 a lineup of men and women chased by a central aisle race where lions escaped from a cage. Attendants and bystanders tried to subdue the beasts as they dashed along the track. Police and guards intervened to contain the danger and the lions were recaptured without further injury.
A government plan offers Northwest farmers debt relief on seed loans with partial repayment delayed until after Congress sets terms. White House cited low wheat prices making full repayment risky, amid broader calls for a debt moratorium. Senator Smith criticized unequal treatment for cotton and tobacco growers compared with wheat lenders.
Havana dispatch reports that martial law is in effect after a high profile political assassination. Police say several participants were identified linked to the killings yesterday in Atira harbor districts as authorities pursue a state crackdown.
Senator Norris in McGnok on September 24 addressed thousands of constituents from a platform, urging that national interests surpass party lines. He praised Roosevelt and voiced support for the Democratic nominee, marking his first public appearance for Roosevelt since the latter’s presidential bid was announced.
United States Senator Thomas J. Walsh of Montana arrived in Denver aboard the Roosevelt special and spoke confidently of Roosevelt's gubernatorial victory in New York. He asserted Montana would mirror enthusiasm seen in the region and praised Roosevelt as a candidate who resonates with Western voters.
Prime Minister Ramsay MacDonald reshuffles the cabinet after Ottawa Conference tariff disputes. Viscount Snowden and three other Free Trade ministers resign. Sir John Gilmour becomes Home Secretary, Major Walter Elliot takes Agriculture, Sir Godfrey Collins moves to Scotland. King George approves changes.
United States Senator from North Dakota, a progressive Republican, says he will not back President Hoover for re election. He rejects the current administration and distance himself from the party wing aligned with Hoover. He did not indicate any presidential candidate he might support.
Boise Idaho Sept 28 Mrs William Borah appears on the road to recovery after a bulletin at 6 pm reports she shows slight improvement. Doctors say she is stronger and gaining favor for movement.
Washington reports the post offices and committees investigating the postal service unanimously vow to restore the two cent rate for first class mail. The action follows representations at hearings, reduced first class mail since the three cent rate began July 6, and the Postmaster General's call to reinstate the two cent rate where business warrants it. The committee will report to Congress at the December session.
Anton Fallin and family suffered severe burns when a match ignited leaking gas in a house being moved into by Paul and Mrs Green. Mrs Fallin, who had just given birth, remained critical at a Havre hospital. Green sister Meg Fallin also burned. three Fallin children lightly burned.
Sept 28 report from Oklahoma City describes a late night party at Three Falls attended by 23 young guests after a watch party. Robbers reportedly took watches and cash, with guests leaving in groups as authorities moved car to car.
Washington September 28 An intercepted radio message from Otihlahi Alaska to the U S navy department described a plane at the top of River Man lana in Alaska signaling with gunfire and lights. Initial belief tied it to three Japanese flyers missing en route from Tokyo to Nome and San Francisco. Further developments suggested garbling and uncertain reference.
Portland officials pursue a tangled tale as Frankly doubling Paul Callicotte asserts involvement in a 1916 San Francisco preparedness day explosion killed 10 and wounded 42. Police say they remain on the case while Galliotte, a noted Oregon mountaineer, hints at others who allegedly aided the crime, while Mooney and Billings serve life in California.
San Diego dated report details fisherman Tom my Tur being dragged for miles by a marauding marlin after a swordfishing boat Salonma under Dalley of La Jolla harpooned a 300 pound marlin. Tur managed to reach a harbor marker exhausted. crew eventually hauled him aboard as the fish towed the line outward before being subdued.
In Manchuria the insurgent Chinese general Su Ping-Wen captured Manchuk near the Manchurian border, sparking a border crisis involving Manchukuo, Japan, the Soviets, and rebels. Reports say casualties occurred as barracks were destroyed and troops killed amid a tense, unfolding standoff.
Germany formally notified the United States that it will postpone a $7.8 million payment under its debt funding agreement. Secretary Mills said the delay was waived for three months upon German ambassador’s request. The U S cited lack of foreign exchange as the reason for the postponement.
Porto Rico began rehabilitation a day after a tropical storm killed 200 or more and caused millions in damage. Governor James St. Beverley urged grim resolve as the Red Cross centralized relief through the Porto Rico chapter. Casualty tallies rose with 206 dead and 1,000 injured reported a day after the hurricane.
Newark reports A C Bleinenthal says former New York mayor James J Walker was asked by Reynolds lawyers to defend actress in murder trial. Walker had not yet accepted the invitation.
Massachusetts police broadened efforts to locate two New York registered cars tied to the Worcester bombing of Judge Webster Thayer. A California vehicle was later cleared when it belonged to Ellott L Hayden former Pomona police chief. Arthur Chase of the Justice Department joined Worcester detectives in the probe.
New York Sept 28 In a bid to prove Senator James J Davis had no role in Moose department lotteries the defense produced Moose officials and lodge executives. They testified Davis handed over his contract as head of the organisation department to Fred W Jones and Joseph Jenkins before a promotion, with cross examination revealing his claimed busyness.
Athens dispatch reports twenty three villages, mainly in Mount Athos, leveled by Monday night’s quake that rocked southern Jugoslavia and Grecva. The death toll reached 127 and was expected to rise as investigators inspect the ruins near Mount Athos.
Atlanta Ga September 28 Distributors and producers signed a agreement suggested by Mayor James L Key ending Georgia milk war. Producers will be paid a flat 18 cents per gallon starting October 1 1992 and 18 cents on November 1 and 20 cents on December 1.
In Mexico seven people were reported drowned as northern regions faced continued rainfall. The floods disrupted communications and left roads impassable, with officials noting multiple areas cut off and rescue efforts underway. Authorities sought to assess damage and provide aid to affected communities.
Yazoo City Misa Sept 25 Former Senator John Sharp Wil Hames died last midnight at Cedar Grove plantation near Yazoo City. Funeral tomorrow at 10 am in the local church with burial in the Wittain and Sharp family cemetery. Williams retired in 1928 and earlier served in Congress during World War I. prominent for wartime leadership and national prominence under President Wilson era.
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