21 May 1941
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Newspaper
Evening Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1941
Page
1
Washington dispatch reports mounting military pressure in Crete as Nazi forces push more troops onto the island. In domestic politics, lawmakers clash over a summer congressional recess as the $3.5 billion tax bill moves slowly. Senate and House leaders forecast varied timelines, with debate over navy deployment and convoy protection shaping the debate.
A plan for voluntary registration of men 36 through 45 was reported under consideration as Mayor Fiorello LaGuardia arrives to direct civilian defense programs. Authorities note 2,000,000 WW veterans plus 10,000,200 men in the target age group, with 27,000,000 women ages 21 to 46 as potential volunteers if extended. LaGuardia holds authority from the President to supervise civilian defense organization including home guards air raid warning and related services.
The Senate defense committee moved to probe a $506 million San Francisco area shipbuilding tie-up as about 2000 CIO and AFL machinists refuse to halt a strike. Governor Olson urged a return to work at 11 Oakland area shipyards while AFL leaders threatened mass action. Wage demands centered on $1.15 an hour with double-time overtime. Bethlehem Shipbuilding so far declined to sign a new contract. Lorain Ohio yard ended its strike as machinists resumed work.
In Vichy and Washington reports, diplomats in Berlin were told to withdraw from Paris by June 10 as Berlin cites an extended Paris zone. Attorney General Leo A. Temmey urged Americans not to bury heads in the sand, warning many are ignoring looming dangers and urging a more proactive stance.
An automobile and a freight train collided at a grade crossing in Mullins South Carolina. The car was demolished but the driver escaped injury. Ten freight cars were wrecked and railroad damage exceeded $50,000.
The landing of 3000 more German parachute troops on Crete and the attempt to put Nazi naval forces ashore mark an invasion shown as a growing, decisive operation rather than a mere experiment. Allied reports claim initial glider troops were repelled and that defense forces hold the line in the battle for Crete.
ST. PAUL May 71 A C Rutzen agent of the FBI said the bureau found Willis Huntsberger was working as a farm hand in Maine during the slaying of a 14 year old. FBI verified he was employed as a farm hand in Newport Maine from July 7 to September 25, 1940. The Massey girl was slain July 13. Huntsberger had confessed after an assault charge in a Minneapolis theatre restroom. he received seven years, then resentenced to up to life, with three prior felony convictions on record.
Berlin reports say German authorities will ensure that 140 American ambulance drivers captured after the Zamzam sinking cannot reveal military information. They may be released soon to neutral countries, with supervision to prevent disclosure. Legal questions hinge on whether these men were hospital corps or en route to such duty.
The report outlines U S authorities saying France must assure in writing strict adherence to the June 1940 armistice before improving Franco American relations. It describes German aerial and ground assaults on Crete, including a major paratroop and glider invasion at Suda Bay, with heavy versus light British losses and continued German advances despite Allied resistance.
Visitors at a cooking school received tips on thrifty purchasing and economical preparation. The lesson featured an accessible meal built from ham slices and vegetables, including a standing rib roast taught as an easy modern roast in an uncovered pan with no added water.
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