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Newspaper
The Montana Standard
Location
Butte, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1940
Page
4
The Montana Standard contemplates a peace scenario where Germany cannot claim the British fleet as a condition of peace. It argues the British fleet remains intact and capable, so a German victory would require the fleet to be defeated rather than surrendered or scuttled, imposing a heavy toll on German forces.
The nation should pursue a sweeping defense buildup without hysteria. The President seeks nearly 5 billion dollars for defense, aiming to start full-scale construction within six months to match German armament, while urging informed public scrutiny and clear objectives to avoid future peril.
Three possible outcomes are proposed for Britain’s fleet if Nazi victory dictates terms. One plan envisions preserving the fleet and basing it in Canada. A second possibility would have Britain scuttle its ships, echoing Scapa Flow. The report outlines these scenarios amid a broader wartime discussion.
The Guaranty Trust analysis compares 1939 corporate taxes to national spend and warns high levies curb investment, raise production costs, and slow employment. It notes steel and utilities face heavy tax loads, gasoline taxes pass to consumers, and delayed accounting worsens hardship for workers and the public.
The piece contrasts Charles Lindbergh with the late Brig. Gen. William Mitchell. Lindbergh accuses the country of war hysteria and too much foreign meddling while Mitchell years ago urged air power to sink ships and faced court martial. It argues the nation now funds air defense belatedly and notes Europe’s threat.
A New York Tribune column argues for planned legislation to curb foreign influence in the United States. It warns against banning relief for Communists and Nazi supporters, urging law to suppress foreign propaganda while preserving free speech. It cites Swiss laws as a model and calls for tighter controls on diplomatic and immigration activities to prevent Nazi and Communist influence.
A daily Vacation Bible school opens Monday at Covenant Mission church under Rev. Paul T. Nelson. It runs two weeks with morning classes from 9 to 12. Teachers include Mrs. Lily Darlington, Mrs. Tom Blythe, Mrs. Corrinne Smith, Mrs. Martha Bawden, Miss Charlotte Johnson, Miss Lela Morehead, Miss Rachel McDonald, and Mrs. Paul Nelson.
Emmett ONeill son of Mr and Mrs Michael ONeill of 411 Virginia street will sail this morning from Rome Italy on the liner Manhattan. A Christian Brothers high school and Carroll College graduate he left seminary studies when the North American College closed and has been in Rome for a year and a half.
Bill Bailey grapples with Lola Montesa’s alleged theft and his growing love for Gayle Dixon. He plans to confront Lola, push past misgivings, and recruit her for a ride after dark, hoping to force clear consequences while his own feelings complicate everything.
Mount Bethel Methodist church Sunday school students present a program tomorrow at 8pm in the church. The lineup includes opening song America, Sherman school band selections, several playlets with named participants, vocal solos by Fred Edwards, and a benediction directed by Mrs Stephen Rule.
Air mail and passenger service between Minneapolis and Duluth Minnesota will start this morning by Northwest Airlines. The 135 mile extension is first authorized by the Civil Aeronautics Authority. Captain Jerry Sparbee, who flew the first Minneapolis Duluth leg in 1928, will make tomorrow’s inaugural trip. Two round trips daily with overnight departures from Butte at 9 20 p m reaching Duluth at 7 25 a m.
Butte officer Dan W. Reagan arrives by plane from Kent Washington after attending a Fraternal Order of Eagles grand aerie meeting. Reagan is a past president and deputy grand worthy president of the Butte aerie. He attended the meeting Thursday of last week.
Police report say at least 36 motorcars on uptown streets were vandalized last night with slashed tires and torn bodies. Weather data show last month peaked at 84 degrees and dipped to 27. Various local officials announced elections and appointments including C A Champ as Silver Bow curling president and Phil C Goodwin being reappointed Butte postmaster. Other notes include a McKinley school fire aftermath, a 1910 date, a boxing club formation and junior events at Butte High School Gardens.
Gemini forecast notes benefits for travel and hotel travel while warning against romance and restlessness for women. It calls for completing tasks and organizing home as national political conventions signal dissension and leadership shifts. promises business gains but potential industry troubles.
About 2,400 Butte children visited Columbia Gardens hosted by Anaconda Copper Mining yesterday for the first Children's day of the season. Ideal weather and active concessions made for a busy outing with play instructors guiding activities and equipment in constant use. The next Children’s day is scheduled for Thursday, June.
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