We Must Stay Steady as Hitler Strikes Balkans
The article warns American readers to maintain prudence as Hitler attacks Yugoslavia and Greece, noting morale and Allied aid as decisive factors. It discusses potential Turkish and Russian positions, Britain's cautious yet determined stance, and the risk to the Near East and empire if Yugoslavia and Greece fall. It urges alert, sober thinking and avoidance of warmongering.
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Adolf Hitler
Yugoslavia
Greece
Norway
Balkan
Italy
Belgrade
Archibald Wavell
Egypt
Hitler
Near East
Turkey
Russia
Joe Stalin
United States
Germany
Pan American Highway Seen as Bond of Nations
The Pan American highway, a 17 year embryo project, runs through Mexico to Panama with only some stretches viable in dry weather. Planners dream of a continuous pavement US to Buenos Aires and view the road as a defense asset and a means to foster friendship though current policy promotes loans and trade programs.
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Two
Americas
Mexico
Guatemala
Salvador
Honduras
Nicaragua
Costa Rica
Panama
United States
Buenos Aires
Argentina
Laredo
Tex
Panama Canal
Oil bonus bill stirs Iowa lawmakers again
The piece notes recurring calls in the Iowa Legislature for a $25,000 oil discovery prize. Governor Wilson previously vetoed a similar bill but may again oppose the measure, arguing that the public would benefit more from those who suffer dry wells rather than speculators chasing false expectations.
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Iowa
Wilson
House
Senate
Leon
Mussolini
Ethiopia
Uniqueness of Mind and Purpose in Everyday Living
Dr. Joseph Fort Newton discusses individual uniqueness from fingerprints to thoughts. He argues no two minds are identical, each person holds a unique gift fitting into God’s plan, and finding one’s niche gives life meaning and value.
Garand rifle tested but fails under war conditions
Robert Quillen muses on the Garand semi automatic rifle amid questions of its reliability and readiness for actual combat. He notes tests show it prone to failure in mud water and rain while Springfield pistols remain dependable.
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South America
Marine Corps
Food crisis forecast in Europe under Hitler dining plan
A government prepared report on Hitler's Balkan supply squeeze predicts Germany will fail to secure sufficient wheat and corn from Danubian countries or seized resources. It warns midyear shortages, rising prices, and planned price supports for hogs eggs and butter amid wartime agricultural controls and food diplomacy.
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Europe
Germany
Hitler
Yugoslavia
Rumania
Bulgaria
Balkans
Denmark
Netherlands
Norway
Land of Plenty
Henderson Defense
Agriculture Department
Congress
Hugh
Surplus Marketing Administration
South Pacific
United States
Japan
Greenland
Turkey
France
Atlantic
America
South America
China
Uncertain Times as US Faces Rising Costs and War Strains
The piece argues that living costs rise with taxation and defense spending, blames government and politics for tax-driven price increases, and warns labor and industry about future wage disputes. It notes limited grip on production, concerns over RFC bond purchases, and suggests US aid abroad signals a non isolationist role.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Notice of Appointment Executrix No 16048 Iowa Linn County
Notice is hereby given that on March 24 1941 Agnes M Tokheim was appointed executrix of the estate of John J Tokheim late of Linn County Iowa deceased. All to whom the estate owes money must pay promptly and those with claims must file them with the Linn County District Court clerk through attorney M W O Rieley.
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State of Iowa
Linn County
John J. Tokheim
Iowan
Linn County, Iowa
Agnes M Tokheim
M. W O'Rieley
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