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Newspaper
Helena Independent
Location
Helena, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1940
Page
4
Melodious barber shop quartettes endure with bass tenor and baritone balance as audiences hesitate. The Philadelphia 200 died at a fine age during convention week as some leaders paused amid the sea of events in Philly.
Dorothy Thomps outlines a plan to ease European suffering by admitting British and French refugee children, urging diplomatic and legal steps to expedite visas and medical clearances. The piece argues for a broad, humane relief effort, including a public-relief convoy under Red Cross and U.S. flags, challenging neutrality limits while preserving American ships.
Montana reports a third straight year with a cash balance in the general fund as Governor Ayers credits careful management and expense control. State accountant William Hosking notes the record, citing reduced interest costs and retirement of debts. The governor plans to seek authority to refund about 2.75 million dollars in obligations to lower rates, asserting solid credit supports such refinancing.
Rev Dr Norman Peale of Marble Collegiate Church urged Colby College graduates to rely on the Bible and classical lessons to address world crises. He warned against shaken faith and stressed holding to faith in divine order, urging pursuit of worthwhile education and perseverance in democratic civilization.
The Society for the Peaceful Entertainers or similar group plans a national singing contest in New York on July 26. Montana and Helena barbershop quartets may enter, singing tunes like Sweet Adeline and Down By the Old Mill Stream, if chosen from local talent.
Observers warn that war progress could dent Democratic chances if Roosevelt is the nominee. Bruce Catton notes Republicans privately doubt FDR’s popularity lasting and worry voters may blame the administration for policies and mobilization as the war continues. Some foresee a shift toward Republican hope if the public mood turns against present leadership.
The piece proclaims Montana will pursue mining, smelting, wool, farming, and tourism, forecasting a busy year for the commonwealth. It urges readiness for future challenges, dismisses prophecy, and emphasizes self defense. It notes readers may face future trials, while modern news words hint at shifting political or social pressures.
Protests that Hitler has no plans for the Western Hemisphere fail to reassure anxious Americans. The piece notes that if Hitler’s word could be trusted, alarm would lessen, while referencing historical figures like Charlemagne and possible sensational assurances from others. The text ends with cryptic allusions and unresolved imagery.
Readers are reminded that in Washington diplomats heady with neutrality debate shape policy. The American public, wary of war, presses for decisive measures while officials probe steps short of conflict and the navy and air forces potential aid to the Allies. The piece contrasts foreign and American attitudes toward the war debate.
The piece analyzes how Nazi conquests cut vital supply lines, detailing how neutral Belgium and the Netherlands become part of the German Reich, disrupting rubber, cobalt, diamonds, and quinine sources. It outlines Dutch and Belgian Congo roles, the Dutch East Indies, and the strategic impact on Allied access to key materials and markets.
A cheerful young man at a doorstep tries to reassure a woman he is not selling insurance, books, or subscriptions. He explains he represents a firm dealing in photographic fulfillments, hoping to gain interest without political or charitable motives.
A reader question column lists various fact Qs and As from The Helena Independent bureau. Topics include origin of phrases, cattle breeds, bird banding, normal body temperature, record baseball games, publication dates for The Story of an African Farm, ancient cramp charms, quotations about experts, Willingtown history, Campbell Kite artist, Jane Crawford surgery aid, double quintuplet vaccination, cleanliness standards, Patti Page last appearance, and the presidential oath of office.
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