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Newspaper
The Montana Standard
Location
Butte, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1944
Page
4
The Montana Standard lists publication details and billing options with carrier delivery and advance pricing. It notes the Associated Press holds exclusive rights to its dispatches and local news, and includes the post office entry as second-class matter.
Montana faces an estimated 85 million dollar tax burden for the coming year from federal spending, plus about 50 million to the federal government and 35 million to state and local taxing agencies. The piece warns that postwar taxes could remain high unless government waste ends and economy programs take hold.
The Automobile Association of America reports war workers reckless use of highways and disregard for conservation measures. Thomas P. Henry of Detroit notes worst driving conditions near war plants. The demonstration mission, endorsed by the government, highlights dangers to private auto transport in total war.
President Henry denounces war workers exploiting car tire and gasoline privileges as a privilege abuse. He warns authorities to enforce conservation amid denials and restrictions on civilian motorists. He notes many workers adopt the attitude no cars no work.
The Montana writer contrasts New York heat with western Montana’s cool, snowy peaks and rainy season. They praise Montana farmers, welcome the rains, and celebrate a short magnificent summer in the Land of Shining Mountains.
A minor misprint in Section 5 of the new tax simplification act shows single filers with AGI 1075 to 1100 paying 110 instead of 100. If the error lies in the bill text it may trigger recalls, new printing, and possible amendments requiring House and Senate action under scrutiny by Rep. Doughton and tax staff.
R J Scott reports the Empress Dowager seized 50 million dollars and redirected 10 to building a Chinese navy. She constructed a sea house styled as a marble ship, signaling grand symbolic gains.
The piece argues that a true postwar Finland settlement rests on a good neighbor policy with Moscow. It warns that Finnish democracy was overriden by fascist oligarchs and insists Stalin should enable Finns to liquidate them themselves. It links this choice to broader Baltic and Scandinavian stability and to preventing Germany’s sway in the region.
Walter Lippmann argues that postwar Europe must be governed by five principal powers led by the United States Britain Soviet Union France and Poland. He says France and Poland are indispensable and urges strong Polish Soviet understandings and French commitment to enforcing the armistice.
Hollywood notes director Edwin L. Martin lists unwritten rules for horse operas while making Tall in the Saddle for RKO. John Wayne keeps his horse, heroines ride hard, heavies use clever tactics, and a bold kiss scene pairs Wayne with both leading ladies.
Ernie Pyle explains the phased plan of the Normandy operation in Western Europe. He describes Phase 1 securing the beachhead, Phase 2 follow-up waves, Phase 3 building a protective outer line, Phase 4 amassing supplies and manpower, and Phase 5 large-scale war, urging patience as the foundation of victory is laid.
Cancer individuals display talent and crave admiration with a taste for rich attire. The week foresees great portents though a modest planetary direction. domestic tasks like canning are favored while food prominence grows due to wartime needs. Real estate interest continues. stock trends vary as new investors enter.
The so called lone bandit held up the Conoco station at Montana and Silver streets, taking $50 from the cash register after confronting M. K. Hanson. Also cited are Rotarian remarks by Charles F. Kettering and a series of 1934 to 1914 items noting local visits, cookie sales, and community notices.
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