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Newspaper
Brimfield News
Location
Brimfield, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1941
Page
3
The United States moves to curb Axis influence by global economic measures aiming to tighten trade controls. Russian actions slow as Nazi advances continue on multiple fronts, signaling a shifting balance in the strategic pressure points of the war.
The article notes a German diplomatic blitz against Pan American solidarity as heavy fighting rages on the Russo German fronts. It describes Berlin influencing Nippon and plotting to lure US attention to the East Indies while testing borders across Peru, Ecuador, Bolivia, Argentina, and Mexico. Dakar and Vichy are cited as Germany’s bid to leverage French bases and fleet for war aims.
Analysis notes the global economic war between Pan America, the United States, and Britain against the Axis. It cites effects on Russo German tensions, ship losses, and Germany's attempts to disrupt trade routes, arguing sea lanes and British control hinder Axis victory even with a Europe conquest.
The gasoline curfew from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. was ordered by Secretary Ickes at oil interests’ urging and met skepticism about its effectiveness. Exemptions cover trucks taxis buses and essential operations, while the aim is to curb demand and raise awareness of shortages. Concurrent war reports show Russian claims of German losses and Nazi withdrawals, with Moscow feared as the front line nears but real territorial gains unclear.
Stockholm dispatches report widespread unrest as Norways population resists German occupation. Analysts note timing with RAF bombing and the V for Victory campaign. Norwegian courts allegedly shut, offenses tried by German courts martial, with Nazi orders mandating radio turnover to Germans.
Japan announces 2,000,000 men called to colors and expands munitions to Indo China. Air bases planned under Franco Japanese accord threaten Burma road Thailand and the Philippines with raids. Silk output ordered for military use while the hosiery industry fears 175,000 workers may lose jobs amid trade restrictions.
Acting secretary of state Warns France and Germany over Dakar and Indo China. He denounces the Vichy regime for surrendering Indo China to Japan and warns Germany that the United States may beat it to Dakar if occupied. The note follows a presidential briefing and a prior meeting with British and Australian officials. The Duke plans a five day tour of American defense industries and a Hyde Park visit.
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