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Helena Independent

Location

Helena, Montana, United States of America

Date

Jun 04, 1940

Page

5

The Battle of Flanders Triumphs in Morale Boost

A 1940 wartime news item notes the Battle of Flanders as a defeat for the Allies with heavy losses yet highlights renewed morale in French and British ranks. It praises rescues at Dunkirk and asserts the Allies, though defeated, may still prevail later, urging American prudence amid fears of submarines.

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Three day week urged to curb unemployment and break Russia links

Mayor LaGuardia backs a three day week as a remedy for unemployment, arguing it would not raise payrolls and might not boost production. He criticizes the plan as flawed and warns it could fail to restore wealth without higher wages. The piece also questions relations with Russia, noting concerns over a domestic Fifth Column and suggesting a decisive break might be necessary despite trade costs.

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Italy in the Other War and its wartime memory

The article argues Italy will join the Nazis in the war as Mussolini times the 25th anniversary of Italy's World War I entry to shape national sentiment. It recalls Caporetto, where Italian retreat became a rout and Austrian and German forces. reserves from France and Britain arrived, with 300,000 prisoners and thousands of guns lost.

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Census drive seeks Helena residents for accurate count

An eleventh hour census check in Helena urges all residents to be counted. Officials emphasize civic duty and cooperation with the Chamber of Commerce to ensure a complete population figure before books close.

Helena Chamber of Commerce Helene Maécolins Mouse

Veteran Hoover Echoes On War Crisis And Patriotism

A veteran observer notes that former President Hoover speaks with authority on the crisis, drawing on his World War I leadership. He underscores Hoover’s patriotism, resilience after defeat in 1982, and long record of service. The piece calls for leveraging his experience and locates the pursuit of Hiller as time runs out for the Allies.

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Campaign for Posture Promotes Healthful Standing Walking

Minnesota physicians urge better posture with tips on knee alignment, straight walking, properly fitting shoes, and chest and abdomen posture. They note that even the anaemic or fat can improve posture with effort, while wide cultural and global asides appear in the text.

Physicians of Minnesota

Roses Peonies And Dutch Tulips In Central Kansas

Editor notes praise for Kansas garden blooms after seven dry summers. Mentions rose petals early spring, peonies and tulips amid a history lesson on Dutch wives and German soldiers, plus William Allen White quote about flowers and gratitude. Also references a Hollywood publicity stunt involving Carol Landis and a failed “ping girl” gimmick.

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We must have not only a change In the ttchpic of government

Wendell L. Willkie urges a fundamental return to constitutional principles to save the nation from disunity and prejudice. The Industrial News Review notes the timely warning for Americans to reclaim a government based on constance hope and good will and move forward united as a nation.

Wendell L. Willkie Brievly Pongortinness Industrial News Review

World War Threats and Shifting Global Order

The writer argues a looming crisis from Nazism and the Soviet threat, describing a world changing through redistribution and reorganization. He warns that revolutions and upheavals may occur without mass protest, as nations face a stark choice between mobilization and subservience while Munich and Holland loom in the balance.

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The Haskin Letter Be EASPENID 2: BASEIN Aa fierce ae Abate

Washington DC March 40 periodical review explores the educational emphasis on exploration and discovery in American history. It notes Columbus voyage details and the shift from glorified adventure to factual history, reflecting on motives such as profit and the impact on youth education.

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Discoveries and colonization shaping the New World

This excerpt traces early exploration by Americus Veer pucel and others, noting voyages to the new continent, the naming of America, and competing European claims. It outlines Columbus, Cabot, Magellan, Drake, Raleigh, and Jamestown, plus Maryland and Plymouth settlers, ending with the lasting impact on freedom and the United States.

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They Say and The Nation's Defense Voice

A fragmented reflection ties together fear of totalitarian threat, calls for preparedness, and warnings about internal weakness. It cites Dewey, the death penalty debate, library anxieties, and a stark warning that liberty requires responsibility lest democracy crumble under external aggression.

American democracy vs agitator influence in 1920s critique

A dense op-ed-like critique denounces agitator masses and trade unions as undemocratic forces undermining productive progress. It condemns profiteers, unearned privilege, and tolerance of ideology, urging a return to responsible leadership, clear standards, and renewed national purpose through sober self-reform.

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