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Newspaper
The Montana Standard
Location
Butte, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1940
Page
4
A 1940 essay decries archaic U S vernacular in politics and media arguing words fail to fit modern times. It cites claims that wars serve munition makers and that aid for Allies brands one a war monger. Lincoln’s Gettysburg words are offered as enduring truth.
Montana Standard notes address for letters and business inquiries. It specifies letters to Editor Montana Standard and business matters to Standard Publishing Company. The item is a publication instruction from a local paper.
The piece urges attention to U S domestic labor issues as World War II looms. It recalls criticism of the Labor Relations board for one sided hearings and dismissed evidence, and notes that amendments in the House would abolish the board, create a new judicially focused body, and place administration under a separate panel.
An editorial argues that American public mood in the Rocky Mountain region remains calm amid World War I news. It defines hysteria narrowly, notes sympathy and unease, cites veterans’ experiences, and urges restraint and composure modeled after France and Britain.
The text portrays Albert Einstein at the eighth American Scientific Congress, arguing the universe may be governed by underlying laws linking celestial and atomic realms. He cautions that current events may fade from memory, yet human intellect will endure for centuries. He contrasts detached scientific insight with widespread emotional reaction to world affairs.
Dorothy Thompson reflects on Antoine de Saint Exupery and other voices in wartime Europe. She notes a shared warrior ethic beyond borders, the call to align words with deeds, and France’s fragile yet hopeful resolve amid crisis.
The tracks show fore feet with only toes and front pads while the hind feet imprint full toe to heel. The large prints suggest an exceptionally large animal trekking through mud or snow, with the rear prints notably substantial.
A young man found work after six months by preparing a detailed self profile. He created photos a concise resume of qualifications experience and education, listed salary and references and mailed or delivered it to potential employers. He learned his strengths and gaps and used sponsors and trusted community figures to boost his chances.
The spring catalog discusses Ethan Allen in Stewart H. Holbrook's Ethan Allen from Macmillan, praising lively prose and a fuller life beyond a single scene. It also reviews Hot Irons by Arnold and Hale, The Bloody Mohawk by T. Wood Clarke, and The Mad Booths of Maryland by Stanley Kimmel, noting publishing houses and prices.
A Bell Syndicate release notes that any rebirth of France will oppose Nazi extremism with humility and virtue, signaling a moral pivot amid wartime rhetoric.
Michael Davey aged 20 and 6 feet 4 inches becomes Untentwenit’s inaugural recruit for Natal’s new defense army. He expects training to add two inches to his height as part of the program.
The piece praises Virgilia Sapieha, an American resident of a Polish castle, for presenting a lucid chronicle of feudal Europe from an inside American perspective. It notes her wartime context, the shift in expatriate trends, and a broader rebirth of American arts and belief amid war. The column ends with a buoyant note on transatlantic bonds and a birthday greeting from Oswestry students.
James J Brett elected worthy grand knight of Butte council Knights of Columbus at annual election. Six firemen overcome by smoke in Butte Furniture Exchange fire. over 5000 dollars in stock destroyed. Steve Sullivan named presiding judge for Butte greyhound meet at Highland Kennel club, starting July 1. School board to call bids for 25000 dollars in repairs to Butte school buildings at tonight’s meeting. Sugar rationing to begin in hotels and restaurants nationwide June 21. Montana silver producers to receive 1 dollar per ounce under Pittman act. Chester M Pittser named athletic director at Colorado School of Mines, recommended by Clem Crowley. Butte Rotary backs city county consolidation abolishing city hall for courthouse offices. Seattle fire sweeps three by two blocks in railroad district on June 10, 1910. C H Smith reelected secretary treasurer of Montana State Sportsman’s Association in Missoula. Rev Father S J Sullivan named head of Catholic college in Helena. Booth added to Rocky Mountain Rifle club members shooting for Americans in international championship.
The Gemini forecast notes mixed influences on today June 10 with luck in love and family health. It warns of internal peril to the nation and predicts economic gains in business and farming, along with lasting impacts of global conflict into 1941. Children born today are expected to be intelligent and reliable.
Denmark plans independence from foreign coal for the Faroe Islands. With 20 000 residents the islands expect centuries of warmth from their coal and peat reserves. Located 250 miles southeast of Iceland the Faroes seek self sufficiency to avoid European coal shipments.
All retail outlets in the Philippines must display commodity lists showing the new maximum prices set by the government. The order aims to standardize pricing across markets and ensure consumer access to affordable goods.
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