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Newspaper
The Montana Standard
Location
Butte, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1941
Page
4
The Montana Standard published daily and Sunday by Standard Publishing Company lists postal rates for subscriptions by carrier or mail. It notes official status as Silver Bow County’s paper, with Associated Press news use rights and entry as second class matter in Butte Montana.
Governor Ford urges Montana's 56 county commissioners to lead a campaign for consolidation and cost reduction in state government. The aim is to offset rising federal taxes with economies in local and state costs while maintaining efficiency and aiding national defense efforts. Public sentiment is urged to back this reform.
Students study Churchill and Mussolini speeches as Britain vows to endure war with limited aid while Mussolini touts Axis unity. Churchill warns of six months of hard fighting and Nile valley guardianship if Britain stays unbeaten. Mussolini cites American aggression and allied responses, framing Axisresolve amid setbacks.
Ambassador Winant's return spurred Washington to cl bolder action on defense and lend-lease. Government moves include halting illegal strikes against the defense program and a work or fight edict from draft headquarters. Congress shows new cooperation as leaders urge unity with the administration amid Britain's peril in Crete.
The ageing Mussolini boasts against the US claiming a strong stance while Churchill admits errors but vows to act. He emphasizes taking the initiative over inaction, signaling determination to strike rather than surrender.
A voiced admonition on the peril facing France under German occupation. The text argues that French leaders seek collaboration with Germany and Britain’s defeat, while an American entry would demand France’s full freedom and independence as a major war aim.
In a sharp opinion, the writer argues that freedom worldwide depends on a united human brotherhood, condemning impractical universalism and warning against forcing freedoms on others. The piece recalls past injustices, criticizes fascism and communism, and reflects on America’s own dark history and need for humility.
The writer argues that fighting or surrender is a practical choice driven by security and prosperity, condemning sentimental rhetoric while acknowledging the reality of defending a free republic. He suggests worship or satire of enemies or allies has little bearing on strategic decisions.
In New York, airship Clippers at LaGuardia arc thrill with 106 foot fuselages and 152 foot wingspans as aviation surges forward since the first U S Europe flight in May 1939. Test pilots push toward 30,000 feet, diving at 10,000 feet then pulling out to risk nine g of force, risking death and glory in a quest into higher air.
The Zoological Society annual report notes more than fifty high explosive and over seventy incendiary bombs fell on the grounds of the London Zoo and Whipsnade last year. At Whipsnade only the young giraffe Boxer and a few antelopes died from fright.
The piece argues that strikes in defense industries threaten national needs and urges labor restraint. It praises leaders like Murray Green and Prankensteen for rebuking subordinate strikers and warns drastic action may follow if self restraint fails. It notes protections around labor and dangers to free speech and democratic processes. English is the official language of all Philippine courts and their records.
The Gemini forecast notes varied talents and loyal, family minded traits. It predicts mixed planetary influence with good luck in shipping and war era cautions, urging self reliance for women and stronger family finances. It cites national cabinet changes, Axis harassment, and potential business progress for individuals born under Gemini.
In this column, Bill Cunningham links Notre Dame’s spring drills under coach Frank Leahy to America's current crisis of decline and resilience. He notes Leahy's quiet reforms, demands for effort, and the 1930s youth ethos as a mirror for national grit, predicting a sturdier, more disciplined team ahead despite uncertainty.
Mrs Dennis Flahaven of Missoula chaired the Montana Federation of Women's clubs international relations committee addressing a large Butte gathering on world peace and public cooperation. A fire damaged an old miner's boarding house at 304 East Broadway while other notices report lodge installations, scout training, and memorial services with John Davies presiding and Rev James Coad delivering the address.
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