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Newspaper

The Montana Standard

Location

Butte, Montana, United States of America

Date

Jun 18, 1941

Page

2

Sinking of Robin Moor tests US attitude toward Germany

The era's heated dispute over Germany intensifies as the US weighs protests after the Robin Moor sinking. President Roosevelt dodges commenting on consulate expulsions while Welles reiterates the inhumane conduct claim and potential protests. Immigrant tensions surface at Ellis Island as Trans Ocean staff Complications occur. Mrs Jones of Australia knits wartime garments using wool.

Germany Robin Moor Sumner Welles Roosevelt Case Welles Capetown Guenther Town Trans-Ocean News Service Ellis Island N. Y Tonn Manfred Zapp Trans-Ocean

Hillbilly Canary Marries Soldier in Honolulu

Judy Canova confirmed her marriage to Corporal Ripley in Honolulu after earlier denial. They wed in a civil ceremony last Saturday night. Ripley spoke of their love while in the guardhouse. Canova plans future plans and possible transfer or return to Hawaii to be together.

Ripley Pan American Airways American Miss Canova San Francisco Judy

Pickets Block Plant Gates in Dispute Over Wage Demands

Laborers at two sugar refineries seek raises from 63 to 80 cents per hour with mechanics asking 10 to 20 cents more as a dispute over current pay scales unfolds. Philip Murray of the CIO opposes strikes within 30 days after mediation, arguing revised Vinson bill curbs the right to strike by forcing restraint during disputes.

Philip Murray Washington Defense Mediation Board Murray

Near Breakthrough Looms in North Africa and Europe

London experts see a synchronized British push into Libya and Syria as part of twin offensives to threaten the Suez route. Rumors in the North cite Germany and Russia potential clash, while Moscow says evidence is lacking. RAF raids hit Cologne Dusseldorf Duisburg for the sixth night and continue on Boulogne to Dunkerque.

London Libya Syria Suez Canal Finland Sweden Germany Russia Moscow United Press British Air Ministry Rhineland Cologne Dusseldorf Duisberg Boulogne Dunquerque

Deer Lodge News Briefs Touch on Local Developments

Frances Hale reports from Deer Lodge on community happenings and updates, filed by the local correspondent. The column notes routine items and upcoming events affecting residents and businesses.

Lucille Mahoney Rites Held in Deer Lodge

Last rites were held today for Lucille Mahoney daughter of Mrs. Ellen Mahoney. Services were at Ross chapel at 2 pm with Rev. Hugh Herbert officiating. Interment followed at Hillcrest cemetery. Pallbearers were Tom Aldridge Leo Mulcahy Hock Cayshaw and Dick Woods.

Deer Lodge Lucille Mahoney Ellen Mahoney Ross Chapel Hugh Herbert Hillcrest Cemetery Tom Aldridge Leo Mulcahy Hock Cayshaw Dick Woods

Deer Lodge Couple Head to California for Next Assignment

Ensign H. W. McElwain and his wife left Deer Lodge on Monday bound for Vallejo California to make their home until the Ensign is transferred to Honolulu. They wed last week in town and will visit relatives including Mr. and Mrs. Lee McElwain and Mrs. Ralph Spayde before settling in California.

Conclave Delegates Return to City From Dillon Convention

Delegates to the Royal Neighbors' convention in Dillon have returned to Deer Lodge. Attending lodges include Wisdom, Anaconda, Butte, Jackson, Deer Lodge and Twin Bridges with representatives Mrs. R. W. Canell Mrs. Hattie Hansen Mrs. Mary Nicholas and Mrs. Lola Russell.

Deer Lodge Royal Neighbors Dillon R. W. Canell Hattie Hansen Mary Nicholas Lola Russell Wisdom Anaconda Butte Jackson Twin Bridges

Legion to Prepare District Picnic at Goughs Corner

The American Legion district picnic preparation meeting is set for Wednesday at 8 o clock at The Shack. The August 10 event at Goughs corner is expected to be the season’s largest Legion public affair.

Accident victim rites pending for Mrs. Douglas Craft

Funeral services pending for Mrs. Douglas Craft who died from injuries when a car plunged over an embankment on Harding Way Sunday night. Her 14 month old daughter Alverta Craft was treated and dismissed from St James hospital after minor injuries.

Douglas Craft Harding Way Daly- Shea Mortuary Alverta Craft Craft St. James Hospital

County considers child welfare council in Dillon

Dillon officials plan a county child welfare council to coordinate agencies and reduce overlap. A July invitation will seek reps for an August 6 organizational meeting in the courthouse, under guidance of Principal Conrad Orr and with groups including Beaverhead Red Cross, PTA, and the Tuberculosis association.

Dillon Board of County Commissioners W. B. Hartwig Beaverhead Red Cross Chapter Parent The Tuberculosis Association

Business Meeting Slated Tonight in Dillon

A Dillon merchants meeting is set for Wednesday night at the council chambers city hall. Dean R C Line of the state university business school and Robert Ball field secretary of the Associated Merchants of Montana will speak. The session opens at 8 o clock and is sponsored by the Associated Merchants. The topic is Prices The Retailers Most Important Problem Today.

Dillon Dean R. C. Line The State University Business School Robert Ball Associated Merchants of Montana Associated Merchants

Rebekahs to Hear Conclave Report

In Dillon, the Diana Rebekah lodge announces a regular meeting at 8 PM Thursday at the I O O F hall. Mrs Nellie Sanner will deliver the report from the Deer Lodge district convention. This is the final meeting until fall. refreshments will be served by Mrs Naomi Gordon and others.

Dillon Deer Lodge Diana Rebekah Lodge I. O. O. F. Hall Nellie Sanner Naomi Gordon Thilda Hartwig Ada Hartwig Ida Schroeder

Methodist Ladies Aid Plans Thursday Gathering

The Methodist Ladies Aid meets Thursday afternoon in church parlors at 3 o clock with Mrs T T McAdam leading the group. Several students returning from college include Francis Ferko Charles Burgess from State University Missoula Bill Davis and Franklin Bayerd from University of Washington. Mr and Mrs L E Smack Sr of Ogden Utah and their daughter from Minneapolis left after a week at the George Smack home. Mr and Mrs James A McCollum and children head to their summer home at West Yellowstone where he will work in the U P railroad office. Mrs C B Anderson has gone to San Diego to spend the summer with her son Dr Lee Williams. Harvey Sorenson and H L Tolley left for Rochester Minn for a clinic.

Francis Ferko Charles Burgess State University At Missoula Bill Davis Franklin Bayerd Seattle University of Washington L. E. Smack, Sr Ogden Utah Minneapolis George Smack James A. McCollum West Yellowstone McCollum U. P C. B. Anderson San Diego Calif Lee Williams Harvey Sorenson H. L. Tolley Rochester Minn

Volunteers of America Adopts Campaign Representative

The advisory board of the Volunteers of America met in George S. Martins office with President John N. Newland presiding. Stanley Griffith was appointed to represent the organization at United Service organizations campaign meetings. Captains S. N. Lovera and May Lovera reported aid to the city poor and transients over 2.5 months, including lodging for 215, meals for 660, clothes for 517, medical help in five cases, stationery for 198, and laundry for 126 persons. They also noted the Los Angeles national convention where VOA facilities were offered to support national defense.

the Volunteers of America George S. Martin Mayer Building John N. Newland Stanley Griffith Butte High School United Service Organizations Campaign Committee Capt S. N. Lovera S. N May Lovera Volunteers Los Angeles United States

United States and Canada Form Joint Economic Committees

Washington reports that the United States and Canada set up joint economic committees to speed mobilization of resources for continental defense. The panels will study coordinated resource use for defense needs and reduce postwar economic dislocation, following the Roosevelt King Hyde Park conference on April 20.

Washington United States Canada State Department Roosevelt Mackenzie King Hyde Park

Drivers Strike Settled in Washington Compromise Wage Reached

Washington Motor Coach drivers end their May 28 strike and return to work at midnight after accepting 3.75 cents per mile. The union’s 242 members voted to approve the settlement though the union had sought four cents. Service resumes through Butte with three westbound buses daily.

Seattle Wash U.P Washington Olympic Peninsula Helena Mont A. F. L. Motor Coach Drivers’ Union Washington Motor Coach System Butte George Moses

Dillon Merchants Attend Montana Trading Meetings

Dillon June 17. Among the merchants at the Associated Merchants of Montana meeting in Butte were E. W. Bond Lambert Eliel George M. Gosman and William H. Mitchell representing local business.

Dillon Associated Merchants of Montana Montana Food Distributors Montana Butte E. W. Bond Lambert Eliel George M. Gosman William H. Mitchell

Better Homes Club Dillon Plans Dessert Program Meeting

The Dillon Better Homes club schedules a special meeting on Wednesday at 1 30 PM at Mrs. Charles Price home. A dessert program demonstration will be presented with co hosts Mrs. Paul Temple and Mrs. D V Paddock assisting.

Better Homes Club Dillon Dillon Better Homes Club Charles Price Paul Temple D. V. Paddock

Kiwanis Club Report Highlights Montana Service

Louis O. Brockman announced at the Kiwanis International convention in Atlanta that 22 Montana clubs engage in community service in areas from citizenship and youth work to education and charity. George W. Kimball reported 2,175 clubs and 113,000 members across the United States and Canada. The Montana district fellowship dinner and reception honoring Kiwanis International President Mark A. Smith were set for tonight, with the Montana convention to meet in Billings in September.

Atlanta Kiwanis Montana Louis O. Brockman Lewistown Montana Kiwanis District Kiwanis International George W. Kimball Chicago United States Canada Mark A. Smith Macon Brockman Billings

Parole violator cites wife’s plan as motive in crime

A Hutchinson man on parole admits he became drunk after hearing his wife planned to take him back. He robbed a store and surrendered, hoping to resolve the situation.

Hutchinson Kas Hutchinson Reformatory

Copper and Zinc Chief Praises Butte Mine Staff

A Copper and Zinc official praises Butte mine personnel as he tours the site. He notes the operation is in fine condition with workers united like a football team. He cites Anaconda’s geological interest and a comprehensive development plan for manganese in Montana. About 80,000 tons stockpiled for immediate concentration. He expects a weeklong stay, including time at Anaconda's Reduction Works.

Anaconda Company Montana United States Shelare Anaconda

Land and Investment Dept Buys $500000 in Bonds

Montana officials report the land and investment department purchased five hundred thousand dollars in government bonds. Commissioner J W Walker announced the purchase on Tuesday. A separate note states Ireland hosts a factory producing alcohol from potatoes using potatoes from a district afflicted by a black scab.

Helena Montana Land and Investment Department J. W. Walker Eire

Editors to See Butte June 30

A group of about 20 travel editors from eastern magazines and papers will visit Montana starting June 30 instead of June 17. The tour, the fourth annual, is to gather first hand information on scenic and vacation advantages in the state and will run several days. It is sponsored by the Pacific Northwest Tourist Association with the Montana Chamber of Commerce as the state member.

Butte Chamber of Commerce Montana Pacific Northwest Tourist Association Montanans, Inc State Chamber of Commerce

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