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Newspaper
The Montana Standard
Location
Butte, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1940
Page
4
Mrs. Mc Cain notes a shift in female goals with fewer seeking professional careers and more focusing on marriage amid financial hardship. The paragraph marks a 75 year trend since the typewriter's invention that opened business roles for women as global wars reshaped labor.
Montana Standard invites readers to address news and communications for publication to the Editor, while letters about advertising, subscriptions, or business matters should be sent to the Standard Publishing Company.
A patriotic address links the flag to liberty and justice for all, rebuking European oppression and Imperial aims. It recalls Wilson's fourteen points, critiques Allied peace, warns against division, and urges national unity under a pure flag symbol of security and tolerance.
Mrs. Ruth O. McCain, psychologist and counselor at Northwestern University, argues that twenty years after the feminist movement began women face pressure toward marriage and motherhood over professional careers. The article frames changing roles for women as reflected in college students of 1940.
A critical essay arguing that US diplomacy toward Central and South America has failed to secure trade and influence. It warns that fascist powers seek footholds in the hemisphere, urging stronger self defense and reconsideration of the good neighbor policy amid limited republics in the region.
The speaker warns Congress cannot adjourn while Europe faces conflict and stresses a national reorganization, universal service, and comprehensive armament to deter a European dictatorship. He argues partial rearmament is outdated and a broad fiscal plan with taxes, loans, and rationing is needed to avoid inflation and preserve independence.
A reflective editorial argues education must fit youth for living in a changing world, stressing character, discipline, and usefulness over mere job training. It urges universal service, defense readiness, and duty, linked to national liberties, with notes on industry, politics, and future challenges.
New York racing surges as pari mutuel betting at Belmont Park outpaces Jamaica. In 16 days Belmont processed more money than Jamaica did in 24, with crowds averaging 12,000 and bets around 6.50 per race. State supervision is cited as boosting coffers and popularity, though reasons remain debated.
Gemini is praised for talent yet warned against scattered duties and divided natures. Focus and directed mental growth are advised for success. The sign hosts the era of strong public speaking potential with Benific aspects active today Saturday June 15.
About ten thousand young English women have applied to be motorbus drivers, including chambermaids and stenographers. They are not needed now due to restricted bus services but may be called upon in wartime and will receive the same training and pay as the men they relieve.
Luminous buttons flowers and fasteners on coats and accessories gain popularity in Berlin as pedestrians wear greenish glow worm items to warn others in the dark. Wearers reportedly receive the right of way.
C Anderson of Harrismith South Africa offers a bizarre claim that a pure bred Leghorn rooster started laying flat eggs after going berserk then geometric. He invites a committee to sit on the rooster to verify the odd behavior.
Otto A Schulz of Sheridan won the first monthly registered trapshoot at Rocker range with Ted Renfro of Dell and Fred Young of Butte tying for second. Lakeshore Country club golfers beat Municipal course with par 44s by Freddy Zemljak and Ralph Olson. National Parks Airways started daily air service Butte to Great Falls. The Boy Scout finance drive aims to raise 1500 dollars. School bond plans for new buildings replace Jefferson and McKinley, condemned and burned. Dempsey found not guilty on selective service evasion. Silver Bow auxiliary to state Legion convention. Livingston will host. City council meeting short. Tammany Jack Murphy presided. Gardens dance funds led to surplus for athletic association. South Butte township created. Anthony Shovlin named justice, Bert Cohen constable.
John MacCormac argues Canada is central to North and South American balance, a crucial link between hemispheres, and a potential flashpoint under Nazi victory. He warns U S engagement, Monroe Doctrine applications, and future imperial pressures could reshape global power if Canada’s loyalties shift. The book targets thoughtful readers.
A Swedish newspaper reports a motor yacht converted into a dental clinic for offshore sailing to seaside resorts. The vessel will travel among coastal resorts providing dental treatments to residents and visitors in need.
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