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Helena Independent

Location

Helena, Montana, United States of America

Date

Jun 16, 1940

Page

15

Rubber is Vital to 10 Defense and East Indies 15

The Netherlands Indies near the equator influence global rubber supply and strategic security. Rubber supports adhesive tape, battery cages, engine mounts, and tires while 97 percent of world production is concentrated there. The article notes rubber as critical to industry and defense amid strategic tension in the Pacific.

East Indies Washington Sun Netherlands Indies Netherlands Tirl Pacific Army-Navy Huntieh London Bevea Nm Tropics America Roosevelt Con

Rubber supply and reclamation under wartime strain

An analysis by E G Holt of the Bureau of Foreign and Domestic Commerce outlines a $1,000,000 three year program to revitalize Latin American rubber. He notes trees take five years to yield and 60 new plantations are unreliable in emergencies, urging reclaimed rubber and recycling to augment crude supply. He cites past and projected production figures, and discusses economics of natural versus synthetic rubber amid price fluctuations and potential wartime shortages.

America India E.G. Holt Bureau of Foreign and Domestic Commerce Latin America Sally Amecica Holt United Sinica Evisea Lhle

A WOULD STAY AT HOME Loitos June 15 Broadcast Appeal

A military appeal broadcast to French inquiries urged residents to remain on their homes in invaded territory. The message, dated June 15, reflects authorities' directive during occupation to avoid movement or exposure outside safe areas.

Loitos Cotlege Kimball Hall Ann Oevera Sharon Leen Galeo American Conservatory of Music Jani Yent Eto Chicago Ayrobonle Choir Thors Aon Oocusion

Republicans Deliberate Platform Drafts in Philadelphia

In Washipetou on June 15 delegates, bankers, farmers, and politicians gather in Philadelphia to debate the Republican platform for a 1946 campaign. The two-year study by Dr. Glenn Frank’s committee aims to fuse domestic and defense themes, with figures like Henry Cabot Lodge, John Townsend, and John Thomas guiding discussions, while stressing a strong defensive policy and cautious foreign engagement.

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East Helena News Miss Doris Jane Goutry Honored

Miss Doris Jane Goutry was honored at a Friday evening gathering at Mrs. J. Brather's home on June 7 with a surprise party and gifts. The event featured elaborate refreshments and a log of presents, hosted by Irene Bridgewater and several local women.

Doris Jane Goutry Mra. J Irene Bridgewater Hert Gentry Toy McKeehan Madeline Carpenter HI Quinn Ruth Lediniag Lllllan Ek Mies Faye Carson Misa Helena Jean Anderson Mise Virginia Dobler Misa Tela Phenoer Margie Stephanson Vee Geniry Phremmer Doris Jane Gentry Mia Bert Guntry Raat Helena Easton EH Phremmor Helena Jane Ar Abd Mra Roy MccKeehan Ninth Avenue Ticlona C. Mickw St. Paul's MARYA St. Mary's Guild Mes Clarence Thompson Mra Beyre Thompxoh Wan Dean A. Wilson Sanx David and Charles J. I. Daniels E.R. Kahle Helene and Mes V. Langhorka Susanna LePage A. ©. Griffith Nancy Shasteer Miles Mow Cariana Bort Carlson Bratt Cory C. A. Boyar Wiliam Woods Delores Woods Choraneo, Jr Jon Thompson Mary Wollday Main Street Erand Ave W. R. Totten Idilfan Pyio Gaye Aplendid Renart Nagai Fanelah T. W., Richardson, Mra Minora’ Progress Council Great Faith Jast Thora Nora Smole Francon Mutileh Annia Petek Catherine Irwin Mary Yurieto Afra Frances Muftick

New Army Jackets To Save U. S. Money

Baltimore January 15 A sharp new army jacket designed by a major general may save Uncle Sam thousands of dollars and valuable time in outfitting troops. The jacket would be trialed by one division, made of water repellent cotton twill and filled with flannel, weighing about half as much as the current field coat while keeping warmth. It would cost six dollars eighty cents compared with one dollar eighty five for the coal.

Baltimore Jonn Uncle Sam Third Corps Arma Mej-Gen Inmea Paraons

Italian Attitude Downplays American Involvement

Italian ambassador Count Ascanio Colonna said in Washington that Italian consuls and nationals are keeping apart from any American activities. The remark framed Italy's stance amid wartime tensions and diplomatic scrutiny.

Washington Ascanio Colonea Consis

Utility firm ready to dispose of four Northwest holdings

Waallington June 15 Standard its and Belactria Company said it would dispose of holdings in four large western utilities. The program targets San Diego Consolidated Gas and Electric, California Oregon Power, Mountain States Power, and Southern Colorado Power, with operations across California Oregon Idaho Montana Oregon South Dakota Washington Wyoming Colorado.

Waallington Standard Its Belactria Company South Dakota Washington Wyoming Southern Colorado Power Company Colorado

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