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April 11, 1942
Montana Oil And Mining Journal
Great Falls, Billings, Cascade County, Yellowstone County, Montana
What is this article about?
In Montana, Gov. Sam C. Ford urges drivers to limit speeds to under 40 mph to conserve rubber, per President Roosevelt's request. Legal limits can't be imposed, but state vehicles are restricted and tire maintenance advised.
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State Drivers Asked
To Cut Down Speed
Montana motorists are urged to drive at speeds of less than 40 miles an hour, to conserve rubber.
An appeal has been issued by Gov. Sam C. Ford after President Roosevelt wrote asking his aid.
The governor also suggested that auto owners check tires frequently and make needed minor repairs.
The president asked the state to proclaim 40-mile speed limits, but Ford said neither he nor the highway commission was empowered to do this under Montana law.
State-owned cars have been restricted to 45-mile speeds, and the governor said he expected this would be reduced to 40.
To Cut Down Speed
Montana motorists are urged to drive at speeds of less than 40 miles an hour, to conserve rubber.
An appeal has been issued by Gov. Sam C. Ford after President Roosevelt wrote asking his aid.
The governor also suggested that auto owners check tires frequently and make needed minor repairs.
The president asked the state to proclaim 40-mile speed limits, but Ford said neither he nor the highway commission was empowered to do this under Montana law.
State-owned cars have been restricted to 45-mile speeds, and the governor said he expected this would be reduced to 40.
What sub-type of article is it?
Historical Event
What themes does it cover?
Moral Virtue
What keywords are associated?
Speed Limit
Rubber Conservation
Montana Drivers
Wartime Appeal
What entities or persons were involved?
Gov. Sam C. Ford
President Roosevelt
Where did it happen?
Montana
Story Details
Key Persons
Gov. Sam C. Ford
President Roosevelt
Location
Montana
Story Details
Montana Governor Sam C. Ford urges motorists to drive under 40 mph to conserve rubber, following President Roosevelt's request. Ford suggests tire checks and repairs but cannot legally impose speed limits. State cars restricted to 45 mph, expected to drop to 40.