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Newspaper
Brimfield News
Location
Brimfield, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1941
Page
7
The analysis notes the United States broadening its patrol to safeguard aid shipments to Britain as German forces drive British troops from Greece. It also reports Charles Lindbergh resigning from the Air Corps, with an editor's note clarifying columnist opinions.
United States debates war policy as isolationists rally in New York with Lindbergh leading an I told you so surge. Rooseveltira attacks defeatists while promising all out aid to Britain and presses the navy to widen patrols and explore convoy plans amid Greek campaign fallout.
A government poster issued by the Office for Production Management calls attention to the rearmament drive and urges the public to heed the slogan "WE, the people, ARM FOR DEFENSE" for defense readiness.
President Roosevelt personally pushed back at a looming General Motors plant shutdown as United Automobile Workers threatened a major walkout. Secretary Perkins faced public pressure yet certified the dispute to the mediation board. The board set hearings, and the union agreed to call off the strike while seeking board adjustments.
The Navy announces the purchase of Floyd Bennett airfield in New York for about 9 million dollars. The 387 acre site will host what officials say will become the nation’s largest naval air base and will remain usable as an emergency landing field for commercial aviation if LaGuardia closes. The facility includes 62,500 square feet of hangar space and will be activated immediately, placing naval aviation nearer its primary Atlantic operations near Long Island Sound and close to Washington.
A House appropriations subcommittee report by Rep. James G. Scrugham urges immediate creation of an independent air force to centralize control of military air power. It criticizes current base placement nationwide, warns of bombing risks in flat areas, and notes defensive gaps from Hawaii to Puerto Rico. The piece contrasts civilian oversight in the air corps with naval resistance to such control. It also notes draft board tensions affecting skilled labor for defense programs and agriculture. Rep. Lyndon Johnson begins a campaign for the late Sen Morris?
Linen returns as a primary fabric for all occasion wear with non wrinkle fibers and washable ease. The trend blends linen with wool, silk, or rayon prints in color rich outfits. Designers showcase longer green linen jackets over checked dresses and two toned linen blends highlighting South American inspired styles.
A young model displays an under arm bag by Jenny featuring perforated and ruffled patent leather forming wing shapes. The bag is roomy yet compact, paired with a black faille jacket suit. A new fashion chaplet tops the model’s stylish head.
New wrist watches feature square pink gold cases set with diamonds and rubies. They fasten with a maroon wrist cord, highlighting a bold style statement for the season.
White-ground prints appear with the coveted new look in summer fashion. Black on white is especially smart paired with roguish Milan hats, patent bags, pumps, and bright gloves. Blue on white and red or yellow prints on white also appear exceedingly chic.
A surge in demand for hand knit garments is noted with machines achieving a handknit look. Dresses show expert styling details, while sweaters and cardigans feature trims like wool fringe tassels embroideries and pleated knitted shirts.
Necklines are described as moving lower toward the waistline with bold styles. The article notes bras must be coordinated to fit these dresses and suggests adjustable closures to secure at high or low points.
The piece notes a transition from small flower hats to broad brim styles for summer wear. Flower hats remain popular but are joined by striking pompadour brims, particularly in Mexican fashion influences. Packed with named trends and vivid contrasts, it previews a sustained hat trend for the season.
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