Roosevelt Inauguration Amid Era Of Change
Washington reports a ceremonial, hopeful atmosphere as Franklin D Roosevelt is inaugurated with Herbert Hoover bidding farewell. Aople up teased by new steps and possible early congress convening, crowds fill Pennsylvania Avenue and Capitol for a day of tradition and promise.
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New Cabinet Is Final Act Of Congress
Japanese troops under General Tadashi Kawahara broke Chinese defenses at Chengtehfu Jehol marching to subjugate the province seven days ahead of schedule. Blizzards and harsh weather hampered the advance as units reached the outskirts and the city capitulated, defenders fleeing south with Jehol lines shattered.
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Faith in U S Declared Roosevelt's Inaugural Address
President Roosevelt asks war time powers if needed and pledges rapid action to fight the national emergency. He outlines economic salvation plans, calls Congress into special session, and urges candor and bold leadership before a crowd over 100,000 at the Capitol. The address stresses fear as the only true enemy and notes widespread hardship while urging resilience.
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Montana Banks Close Under Governor Erickson Order
Helena March 4 Montana banks shut temporarily by order of Governor Erickson amid nationwide banking holidays. The proclamation cites widespread bank suspensions and the need to protect depositors while authorities negotiate reopening.
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Harry Rodolf Dies, West's Trusted Powder Salesman
Harry J Rodolf 60 longtime Giant Powder salesman in western territory died at his home after an eight month illness. A native of Quincy Illinois he moved to Montana in 1906 from Denver where he also worked for Giant Powder. He built lasting ties with mining contractors and business associates across Montana Idaho and Wyoming. He and his family settled in Helena serving as his headquarters until the world war era.
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Two Masonic Meetings Highlight Week In Butte
The King Solomon Lodge of Perfection and the Bagdad Shrine plan major events next week. Ed M. Kean serves as venerable master of the Lodge, while Shriners will attend a minstrel show staged in the temple bedroom by Butte chapter members of the Eastern Star.
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Boettcher Heir Appears Before Grand Jury After Abduction
Charles Boettcher I, heir to a large fortune, returned home after 16 days missing as his father Claude K. Boettcher had paid $69,000 ransom to kidnappers. He testified before a Denver grand jury with 13 other witnesses subpoenaed. intermediary Reuben J. Morse had not been served due to being out of town.
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Low Grazing Fees to Be Continued Across 1933
Washington March 3 4 An order continuing through 1933 the low grazing fees of 1932 for pasture in the national forest was in prospect tonight as one of the last official acts of Secretary Hyde. He was expected by western members of congress urging continuation to issue the order tomorrow.
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Hoover Signs War Navy and Treasury Post Office Bills
The 72nd congress ended as President Hoover signed key appropriation measures totaling 350 million for the war department 309 million for the navy and 960 million for the treasury post office with broad power for reorganization while all Roosevelt cabinet nominees were confirmed.
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Capitol Flags Lowered After Walsh Death
Washington reports flags at half mast during the inaugural ceremony following the death of Montana Senator Thomas J. Walsh. Officials and attendees noted the somber mood as tributes were paid to the long serving lawmaker who played a key role in national politics.
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British Press Looks to Roosevelt for Leadership
London reports the inauguration of Franklin D. Roosevelt with a call for decisive leadership. Beverly Baxter of the Daily Express praises the presidency and asks where salvation will come from, stating Britain’s friendship and support in hard economic times.
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Hoover’s Friends Bid Farewell To Ex President
Ex President Herbert Hoover left Washington for rest after Roosevelt’s inauguration. His party including Mrs Hoover and sons Allan and Herbert drove to Union Station as milling crowds watched. The farewell was brief, about ten minutes due to Inauguration delays.
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State Officials Study Record Of Legislature In Helena
Montana officials opened evaluation of the Twenty third assembly’s record in Helena. Uncertainty hung over the financial program as lawmakers foresee further revisions. The budget shows a reduction of 1,202,071 from 1931 levels, not counting interest or legislative costs, with the university cut by 863,962 and a half mill shaved from the state property tax levy for state purposes while the university kept an equal amount for retirement of warrants.
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No Senate appointment until after Walsh funeral
Helena Mont March 4 Governor Erickson announced no appointment to succeed late U S Senator T J Walsh will be made until after the funeral services held here.
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Garner Confers With Senate Leader In Washington
Vice President Garner met this afternoon with Majority Leader Robinson to discuss guiding Roosevelt administration legislation through the Senate. The talks focus on upcoming measures and Senate strategy for passage.
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