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Newspaper
Helena Independent
Location
Helena, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1941
Page
5
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The piece argues that aid to Britain and the Soviet Union’s fight against Hitlerism serves American security. It suggests a Soviet defense may delay a German push, allowing Britain to strike at Germany’s industries while U.S. armament flows to allies. It contends a prolonged stalemate could prevent a European escalation involving the United States.
Medical experts debunk the claim that spinach is essential for health and nutrition. They warn against overvaluing a single food, noting balanced diets provide broader nutrient variety and caution against fads.
Reports say the United States has sent many pursuit planes to China and will grant pilots to Chinese forces. Chinese leaders welcome the aid and expect more while Washington maintains policy backing Chiang Kai-shek. Some urge arming the Chinese as a Pacific solution.
The thermometer reads like the golf ses, many Helenans these days.
The article notes rapid moves on the diplomatic front toward a climax, with uncertainty about a full U.S. war involvement. The United States continues a self protection program against Nazi activity, issuing orders restricting German nationals from leaving the country without special permission, following FBI and Dies Committee investigations into German access to America.
The article warns that wartime work in a plant and return to Berlin to report on military progress necessitates tighter departure controls. It cites consulate closures and fears South American enclaves may harbor agents. It notes Japanese observers doubt treaty reliability as Germany and Russia clash, citing a string of failed non aggression pacts and invasions from 1934 to 1940.
Spain announces it will shortly recognize Croatia as the war makes it extremely difficult to recognize several other European nations.
The New York Post reports A. F. Dickerson of General Electric proposes bright searchlights to blind raider pilots, arguing that dark cities are easy targets but illuminated skies and surrounding open areas would confuse attackers. Moonlight and flares undermine blackout effectiveness, making dazzled pilots less accurate.
Former New York governor Al Smith, once rivals with President Roosevelt, visits the White House and declares there never was a hatchet. Smith backs the administration's foreign policy and urges national unity as war aims center on victory for Britain and the Allies. The Montana Standard hails his reconciliation as a boost to national unity amid crisis.
The article laments the prospect of Italian occupation in Greece under a Hitlerian arrangement. It notes Greek pride and contempt for Italian fascists and suggests service in the occupied territory may be a risky and ethically troubling role for soldiers, highlighting personal unhealthful resignations amid war.
Washington reports debate among lawmakers over trimming public works and relief as defense appropriations soar past 50 billion dollars. Employment rose sharply in 1940-41 due to war production, yet total unemployment remained above 6 million in April, with gains uneven across regions and industries and many jobs being temporary.
The remarks cite Mexico's Avila Camacho affirming faith in democratic traditions and continental union, Marshal Petain criticized as a mistake, Hugh Moore urging a strengthened anti Axis resistance through a real democratic movement, and Oswald Ryan warning against a Trojan Horse in American aviation.
Washington column notes the Farm Security Administration struggles as defense jobs pull rural workers from farms. It traces FSA roots from Rex Tugwell’s Resettlement Administration to its 1947 rename and argues farmers may pivot to defense work while preserving a farm stake. It cites Fort Bragg as a turning point and outlines funding in the House and Senate and RFC loans for rehabilitation. The piece warns of migration, labor shifts, and Okies chasing new industrial jobs as defense expands.
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