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Newspaper
The Montana Standard
Location
Butte, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1940
Page
4
Montanex Standard feared indestructible nylon stockings would destroy the U S market yet nylons went on sale in New York City and stores were jammed. Du Pont will soon churn out yarn for 6 000 000 dozen annual pairs while the current annual US sales stand at 43 000 000 dozen. Anxious shoppers await nationwide availability amid advertising optimism.
The Montana Standard notes letters or notices should be addressed to Editor Montana Standard. Business inquiries go to Standard Publishing Company for subscriptions and advertising.
A call for sober American politics in 1940 urges leaders with clear plans and decisive action. It critiques dictatorial regimes abroad, criticizes extravagant public spending, and warns that the nation must prove democracy can govern effectively with capable, loyal leadership focused on the public welfare.
For months nylon from Du Pont has been promoted across the country. The yarn has become a household topic, advertised before a congressional committee as the ultimate product, with a witness taking the claim to an extreme.
Henry L. Stimson, just days from his nomination as Secretary of War, spoke at Yale advocating compulsory military training for all Americans. He warned today’s crisis is graver than to enter World War I and criticized volunteer army building as ineffective, arguing universal, selective service is essential to deter and prepare for a modern naval threat. He highlighted Germany’s potential ship-building dominance as a warning and stressed voting citizens owe protection to their government.
Charles F. Kettering warns against misreading mass production as instant output. He explains it requires time to develop tools and dies and finalize plans before large scale manufacturing can begin. He notes Ford could produce 1000 airplanes daily once plans and tools are ready, stressing government guidance and preparation time.
A satirical essay contrasts Hitler’s famed humor with British figures like G Ward Price and Oswald Mosley. It criticizes glamorizing dictators, notes Price’s view of Hitler’s wit, and ends with a claim that genuine English resilience remains despite subversive subtext.
A caregiver advises on helping children cope with separation and new surroundings. It notes that children adjust faster than adults, provided no emotional prompting from adults. The piece contrasts a parent’s visible grief with a child’s quick adaptation, urging prompt, calm exits and minimal parental drama.
John Selby notes Fredericka Faxon’s debut Rehearsal as thoroughly Victorian in tone with romance masking brutal facts. Amy Braide, daughter of a quarry worker and a mysterious governess, experiences awakening through Laurence Overlock then enters a rich marriage amid shifting passions and influences from Edward Garnett and family secrets.
Dramatic critics in Dublin praise Lady Longford's new Shelly play as one of the season's most charming productions. The drama focuses on the poet's final years at Pisa with his close friends including Byron and traces his path to the sea fate.
In Maryborough Queensland a clergyman halted a rushed wedding when an anguished cry of Father echoed from the rear. A school teacher, newly transferred from the couple’s hometown, slipped in and prevented the marriage just in time.
Scientific experts study George Cuppage Fountain, convict artist and murderer of his two children in Maryborough Australia, sentenced to life in 1925. From learning to draw by a counterfeiter he has gained notable skill, with the minister of home affairs commissioning five portraits. Today he sketches only children who smile and laugh.
The completion of paving on Harrison avenue will begin today with 470 feet of work unfinished due to the west side track needing straightening. Also in local notes Montana boxing rules penalize fouls with purse loss, suspension, and the fouled fighter gains the decision. Mrs Patrick H Sidley and Mrs J Llewelyn return from France after visiting sons graves. Preparations for a record 4000 Butte children at Children’s Day at the Gardens. Snow blankets hills behind the Gardens and mountains at night. consolidation of city and county government tops Butte Chamber of Commerce agenda. Census bureau notes Butte population to be announced today. Health office to launch campaign against yards left unsanitary and garbage cans uncovered. Boston and Montana beat Reduction Workers 7 2 ending a 10 game winning streak. Donnelly wins Batten cup handicap at Butte Country Club defeating Reno Sales 6 and 5. Mayor Nevin ruled within rights removing 14 policemen to inactive list. New Butte Country Club clubhouse and grounds opening July 4. Nelson and Pedersson pressing the work.
Cancer predicts favorable outcomes today with favorable stars for leaders and philanthropy. Women see strong campaign gains and weddings prosper. business reorganizes before autumn, while national politics face anxiety and potential treason plots. International risks include British royal targets and Allied aviation heroism.
Rotary clubs in Britain have adopted 250 trawlers mine sweepers and other ships. Each club looks after its proteges providing gear at sea and caring for crew comfort when they return home.
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