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Newspaper
The Montana Standard
Location
Butte, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1952
Page
4
A columnist remarks that those who cannot recall facts should avoid lying, arguing memory is essential to credibility and truth in reporting and public discourse. He warns that memory lapses undermine trust and invites misrepresentation.
The piece contrasts Senator Brien McMahon’s claim of hydrogen bomb mastery with calls by Gen. Omar Bradley and Gen. Douglas MacArthur for morality and faith. It argues higher education has failed to teach right from wrong, noting a thief among scientists and urging focus on enduring ethical truths like the Ten Commandments.
A Norwegian language paper in North Dakota shifts to English for most content, arguing Americans gain clarity from native tongue while valuing old world skills. The piece urges maintaining bilingual offerings, including columns teaching the old language and showcasing its literature, to foster broader understanding and cultural heritage.
The Maldives, a string of Indian Ocean atolls once under British protection, ousted the sultan in favor of an elective ruler and now declare themselves a republic. The archipelago, with about 82 000 people mostly Muslim, has few cars on Male and reportedly no jails or crime. The Moscow radio notes some Russian students cheat, implying they do not deserve their Marx.
Washington notes suggest the next Republican nominee could be the oldest in party history with figures like Taft Eisenhower Warren and MacArthur cited. The piece contrasts age milestones across parties, naming Truman Harrison Bryan and Humphrey as notable young or longstanding figures.
The National Industrial Conference board warns of a double squeeze from higher taxes and reduced dollar buying power. The pamphlet “How Much Government?” compares 1939 incomes to 1952 costs, noting a $3,000 1939 income needs nearly $6,000 for a married couple with two children, and $10,000 becomes $25,000. It argues the peril point in taxation nears, implying too much government.
A fragment notes gum consumption reaching 90 million dollars, while a Tennessee bank offers umbrella loans on rainy days. It mentions potatoes in short supply and Ireland ending rationing, hinting at price and supply concerns.
A sharp critique argues that Allied decisions after World War II allowed Soviet dominance in Europe, with emphasis on Italy, Berlin, and the German occupation zones. It citesLt Gen Walter Medell Smith and Gen Eisenhower, accusing policymakers of appeasement, political meddling, and failure to resist a Soviet-led boundary in western Christendom. It highlights the European Advisory Commission and Winant’s stance, alleging missed opportunities to secure a Berlin corridor and a stronger Western position.
Westbrook Pegler reports that after Hitler’s death Germany sought to surrender to both Americans and British to split the Allies. Eisenhower reportedly dismissed a 12 hour ultimatum and warned of no more prisoners while contemplating the Russian boundary and future Western Europe. The piece argues Ike and Smith doubted a German offer would have benefited the Allies and warns of potential consequences for western Europe.
The column blends personality notes with star signs, noting Gemini to Aries traits. It includes guidance on balance between work and play, home life, and suggests readers read their birthday paragraph for daily guidance.
Washington dispatch highlights Taft backers insisting on labor strength, a distraught Taft wife cites a plumber mishap, and Sen. Ed Johnson’s Civil Aeronautics bill for clergy travel faces a single nay from Sen. Charley Tobey. Senate chatter touches Eisenhower’s Abilene remarks and golf television amid Capitol Hill dinners.
Prominent ex serviceman Howard Rich elected commander of Silver Bow post American Legion. Navy gunner's mate William Foote on furlough from Lexington visits Butte. Local Red Cross appoints Mrs Glenn Carmichael as nurse aides chair. Notables arrive in city including Mrs Rudolph Probst visiting brother Oscar Lademan. Roy Howard to lead Highland View Golf Club. Several residents return to Butte from Britain, Missoula and Roundup. Boy Scout victory noted. Metals Bank and Trust merger creates major western bank. Rooney returns from County Down. McLeod and Tobin return from Missoula. Suez Canal cost contrasted with Panama Canal.
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