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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1941
Page
9
Churchill describes a secret meeting with President Roosevelt in Atlantic waters, framing a joint Allied pledge to crush Nazi tyranny. He praises US-UK cooperation, warns of German advances in Russia and China, and urges unified action across continents to restore freedom and defeat aggression.
The United Press reports the Kearny Naval Yard prepared to reopen after a government seizure led by secretary aide Knox. Detroit's transit system ended a five day strike as AFL CIO unions settled, granting exclusive bargaining rights to a single union.
The Navy touts a helium filled patrol dirigible capable of hovering over subs and guiding planes and destroyers, aiming to shield coasts from submarine attack. Bases planned from Elizabeth City to Southern California plus a training school underway as Lakehurst recalls the era of airship aviation.
Advertisement urges relief from kidney and bladder symptoms by taking Gold Medal Haarlem capsules. Claims to reduce night awakenings and flush poisons with a 95 cent package. Mentions backache leg cramps puffy eyes and other weaknesses with money back offer.
Sufferers are urged to seek a new, safe treatment said to relieve many illnesses. A free book is offered in response to inquiries, claiming dramatic health improvements and a chance for readers to verify the method.
The Hochi Shim bun, citing a Tokyo editor, says Japan cannot tolerate American oil shipments through Japanese waters for the Soviet Union. It insists the Panama Canal closure to foe trade and the Soya Straits could block oil flows as Japan watches warily.
Senator Taft said Churchill’s remarks show belief that Roosevelt pledged the United States to enter war. He called Churchill an emotional speaker and questioned whether the president can pledge the nation to war without Congress. Taft cited the joint pledge and urged clarity on U.S. authority and stakes in the war effort.
Washington senator Wheeler denounced Churchill's radio address as aimed at pushing the United States into war. He criticked the reference to AmericanJapanese relations and insisted the U.S. can and will handle its own defense without Britain or others.
Department of Commerce statistics show candy sales reaching an all time high in 1940 with 2,250,000 units valued at 336,000,006 dollars.
The Timken dealer offers a bond guarantee of thrifty performance for the Wall-Flame Oil Burner. The ad promotes carefree operation without hand firing, claims substantial fuel savings, and urges readers to learn more from their nearest Timken dealer.
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