10 Jun 1948
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Newspaper
Billings Herald
Location
Billings, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1948
Page
1
A wartime appeal urges every veteran to join aid organizations with an active militant membership. The text stresses enlistment to support the country and uphold Old Glory as a symbol of true democracy.
Under new ownership the Herald pledges impartial news presentation and independence in views. It aims to reflect diverse public opinions, whether or not aligned with the editor, and to serve the public welfare by addressing social, economic, and political wrongs. The paper bases its platform on the U.S. Constitution and the Bill of Rights.
A wartime Union veteran call to action urges veterans to unite through Americanism programs to defend democracy, back civil rights reform, and ensure equal access to jobs housing and education for all citizens regardless of race creed or national origin.
A plea urges stricter bicycle traffic rules, registration, licensing, and inspection to protect children. Authorities report rising bike related injuries and fatalities as cars dominate streets. The writer argues for integrated traffic safety measures rather than banning cycles.
A. N. Cunningham of the U S Forest Service notes during wartime lumber and veneer needs surged for camps ships gliders crates and packaging while pulpwood deliveries rose from about 10 million cords annually prewar to 145 million cords in 1943. He warns that overcutting must be offset by postwar remedial measures to avoid future shortages and emergencies.
A cigarette advertisement in all daily newspapers on Monday features GowWestern Billings with a light demand. The campaign highlights a bold tagline and widespread placement across major papers.
In a colorful Saturday sight the most embarrassd horses wore flag English saddles as the city street gleaning department led the parade, drawing amused attention from onlookers.
Gotham reports an all Russell show to tour New York City in October, featuring early Montana scenes and authentic West imagery. It notes Charles M. Russell, born in Missouri, adopted by Montana in 1889 after moving to Helena, and honored by a World War II era memorial in Washington. The piece highlights Montana roots, auction top values, and local mounting interest with Newhouse Galleries covering packing and shipping costs and state Chamber of Commerce aiding loans.
Montana cooperative managers warned of a despicable campaign against co operatives at a two day meeting in Great Falls The speaker M W Thatcher of St Paul criticized Communists and tax plans against co operatives and urged farmer voting records be exposed He urged Montana farmers to back co operatives with capital purchases and keep farm credit protections while opposing tax changes and sewer code shifts affecting co operatives
In Montana, Billings notes per capita retail sales trends while population shifts are reported. Analysts discuss consumer activity, local business impacts, and broader state economic context amid fluctuating demographics.
Chicago instructors with Dr. A. B. Smalley lead a Billings clinic program in Bilings Montana offering a postgraduate course titled Physiological Basis for Internal Medicine through the American College of Physicians at the University of Illinois College of Medicine.
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