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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1940
Page
3
Farnham F. Dudgeon analyzes a national defense program request totaling one billion dollars. He notes Nazi advances at the Maginot Line, framed as editor's opinion. The piece is balanced by Western Newspaper Union.
Since last year war began, spring fighting appears to open up as German troops push through the Netherlands Belgium and France. Allied and German forces unleash heavy bombing and ground attack while fortifications test strength. Roosevelt outlines near term military buildup with vast funding and emphasis on accelerating air power and pilot training.
The Postmaster General touted record postal earnings, predicting a larger rise this year, linking higher revenues to improved business conditions. War pressures reshape demand for goods, while stock markets show broad volatility as analysts weigh impacts on industry and trade.
Robert Ley praises Hitler's war as a God given mission to bring Europe to reason. Viscount Gort speaks of an upcoming decisive moment and eventual victory for Britain. Paul Van Zeeland hopes Europe’s small nations gain support from the United States. He urges leadership in South America.
Trend reports nylon hosiery, praised as durable yet sheer, developed by DuPont chemists and marketed nationwide. Nylon is described as spun from air, water and coal, promising strong, transparent fabric for milady.
Mr. and Mrs. Newhouse avoided bright colors as they planned a cool back yard shelter. He bought second hand pipe, sketched a frame, and had a plumber cut and thread the pieces for easy assembly.
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