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Newspaper
Dillon Examiner
Location
Dillon, Montana, United States of America
Date
Sep 30, 1942
Page
2
Historical note outlines the network of canals connecting the Rhine with waterways in Germany France Belgium the Netherlands and the Balk regions, highlighting early efforts to integrate major rivers for trade and transport across northern Europe.
A timid man appeals to a street corner constable asking to be ordered to move on after waiting over an hour for his wife. The Independent Forester notes the humorous scene surrounding a citizen request to clear the area.
A War Production Board official announced that whisky gin and other spirits production will stop by November 1 as all 128 distilleries convert to war alcohol. McNamara of WPB explained 476 million gallons of alcohol are needed next year for rubber synthetic routes smokeless powder and military civilian uses. He noted 550 million gallons of bottled spirits remain stored nationwide.
Montana farm price indexes rose to Aug 15 from July 15, up 1 point. Compared with Aug. 15 last year the index is 20 points higher. Wheat corn oats barley and rye fell, while beef cattle veal calves sheep lambs hogs eggs and butterfat rose enough to offset grain declines. Wool flaxseed hay and alfalfa seed held steady.
A Dallas North American Aviation program trains women for arc welding in war plants. Betty King, a 19 year old stenographer, passes a welding test after 13 days and joins other women welders learning fast. The approach uses quick in-class practice and targets white collar workers with traits of concentration and accuracy.
A plan announces establishing a branch to handle tractor driving and farm work in Northern Ireland. The move aims to organize general farm tasks and support local agricultural operations with structured training and coordination.
A 1941 1942 survey shows farm families saved more than double the 1935 36 level, paid down debts and bought defense bonds while raising living expenditures by about a third. Prices rose, yet many rural households enjoyed better goods and services, with 46 percent higher money income in 1941 than 1935 36.
Col. C. L. Sheridan reports that Montanans visiting Washington are being forced to buy Washington license plates and pay fines for not having them. D. W. Arbogast of Virginia City says Seattle workers also faced plate and license confiscations, with Montana plates not honored for reciprocity. Washington denies Montana reciprocal waivers on plate use.
A woman explains a film to her child in public drawing growing annoyance from nearby patrons. A stern gentleman asks what she seeks and receives a cold reply asking for the microphone. The report notes chestnut bread is eaten in parts of Europe.
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