Hitler Delivers Reichstag Address on Colonial Claims
Hitler outlines aims to regain war lost colonies without force and pledges support for Italy's axis, signaling a cautious path to peace. British and French leaders interpret the speech as conciliatory, noting Germany seeks stability after 1938 territorial gains. Prime Minister Chamberlain awaits follow up statements to shape Britain's stance on international affairs.
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Bill to block Rogers Pass highway fails in Montana House
Helena January 30. A bill to prevent construction of the Rogers Pass section of the central Montana highway was killed in the Montana House of Representatives. The eight mile project would cost about 250000 and link the central Montana highway, still 164 miles from Great Falls to Bonner, with opponents arguing against building before primary roads meet standards. A substitute to consider a Blackfoot valley road from Bonner failed on a 37 to 37 tie.
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Crow youths plead guilty to murder at Crow Agency
A 16 year old Crow Indian youth William Shane pleaded guilty to the murder of 63 year old Earl A. Scott of Crow Agency during a U S Commissioner hearing in Billings. His companion Peter Takes-the-Horse 15 pleaded innocent. Both were ordered held in jail under $10 000 bond for federal court action. FBI agents said the youths admitted shooting Scott January 22.
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Supreme Court upholds TVA authority against private utilities
The Supreme Court ruled 5 to 2 that 14 private utilities lacked standing to challenge the Tennessee Valley Authority. The decision leaves intact the federal program for navigation, flood control, and hydro power, and comes as the court issues near a dozen major rulings.
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Legislation to Aid Rails Urged by Wheeler
Wheeler Democrat Mon tana of the Senate interstate commerce committee urged a railroad aid program. He called for reorganizing the Interstate Commerce Commission and speeding up road reorganizations, arguing steps are needed regardless of business conditions.
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Judge Manton Resigns From Circuit Court
Judge Martin T. Manton resigned from the Second Circuit amid a widening probe into alleged loans totaling over 400000 from interests in cases before his court. He denied wrongdoing but said stepping down avoids becoming a target of malicious speculation and preserves public confidence. The inquiry continues with Justice Department, Dewey, and Noonan actions pending.
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Revision of processing taxes urged by wheat growers
A group of about 50 wheat growers from various states urged the Agriculture Department to reenact processing taxes and adjust freight rates on farm products. They sent the recommendations to R. M. Evans, agricultural adjustment administrator, noting public statements by President Roosevelt and Treasury Secretary Morgenthau while Secretary Wallace favors the tax.
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Man Sentenced to Two Years for Purse Snatching Here
Marvin LaPier, returned from Buhl Idaho to face robbery charges, pleaded guilty and was sentenced by District Judge T E Downey to two years in the state penitentiary. The January 13 theft involved $140 taken from Saidra Saari of Butte. Police traced the suspect, who was detained in Idaho before being brought back to Montana. A related complaint in Justice Johnsons court was dismissed.
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Dozen Northern States Hit by Severe Snow Storms
Blinding snow swept a dozen northern states from Missouri to New England on Monday. Transport halted in many districts as snowfall neared 15 inches. Business slowed and hundreds of schools closed. Sixteen deaths in the North blamed on exhaustion. three in the South from wind and lightning.
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Old Man Winter Blanks the City With First 1939 Snow
Winter swept into Butte delivering a snow blanket from one inch to several feet. The day long storm coated streets and highways with a film of snow and ice hindering travel but causing no serious accidents. Continued on page 2 col 3.
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Butte Tailor Dan Kowski Revealed as Frederick V Dankowski
The long known Butte tailor Dan Kowski and his wife are revealed to be Frederick V Dankowski. The 74 year old retiree, once famed as the “daddy of the trailerites,” began as a Main Street tailor in 1897 and later toured the region in a horse drawn wagon before adopting a motor home.
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Louis Denny Feared Lost Being Sought
Police searched for Louis Denny a 30 year old Butte resident missing since Tuesday noon. His brother urged tips as inquiries focus on possible travel to Ennis or Bannack. Denny is described as 5 feet 11 inches tall with blue eyes dark hair and wearing a brown hat a black leather aviation jacket dark trousers and black leather oxfords.
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Montana Weather: Clouds and Snow Ahead
Montana forecast calls for mostly cloudy skies with occasional snow on Tuesday and partly cloudy on Wednesday with snow in the far western area. Temperatures rise east of the divide.
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Hitler speech split U S Senate view on war risk
Senate Foreign Relations Chairman Pittman said Hitler's radio address suggested no immediate war threat if actions are as tolerant as the Reichstag speech. Senator King urged fear of war, citing plans to redraw Europe. State Department observers noted Hitler’s pledge to back Italy, signaling possible moves against France.
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Norris Doubts Roosevelt Sway Over 1940 Democratic Convention
Senator Norris, 77, questions whether F D R can secure a majority of delegates at the 1940 Democratic convention. He says Roosevelt will have influence but anti New Deal forces may block a majority, noting possible presidential powers to gain support but uncertain if he would use them.
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Hitler pledges German support for Italy and warns the U S
In a Reichstag address on the sixth anniversary of his rise to power Adolf Hitler linked Germany and Italy with common interests and cited economic difficulties shaping a moderate tone. He warned Western powers against interference and proposed force or common sense for redistributing world riches while calling for colonial questions to be addressed.
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Relief Bill Moves to Conference Over 725 Million Sum
Washington Jan 30 The relief appropriation bill advances to a conference committee to reconcile House and Senate versions. The joint panel will adjust differences including the total and related provisions. Both chambers now agree on 725 million dollars as the bill’s final figure.
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Rush for 1939 license plates fills Silver Bow treasurer’s office
Hundreds of Silver Bow residents crowded the county treasurer George O’Brien Jr to buy 1939 automobile plates before the February 1 deadline. O’Brien reported 6,145 highway driving permits issued, with over 5,000 regular licenses, about 1,000 truck plates, and 200 fee exempt plates sold.
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