29 May 1941
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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1941
Page
1
The week’s events include a German air blitz over Crete with fierce resistance described as defense to death. U S. debate shifts as attitudes toward France evolve amid stronger Vichy-Berlin ties and strategic Western alignment changes.
The report outlines Crete’s large air assault with British Greek and New Zealand forces facing German superiority in the air and on the ground. It notes the uncertain troop numbers, the rapid German buildup, and Freyberg’s defenses while flagging Vichy France as a potential turning point influencing American entry into the war and U S policy toward Franco-German relations.
In London the News-Chronicle urged the United States to join the war as a direct participant stating Americans should fight on our side to help secure a swift victory. In Philadelphia the Academy of Music refused Lindbergh hall rental for a speech.
The report shows the US Navy adding 1,304 planes in 10 months and reaching 3,476 total, with a pilot shortage looming. It compares Allied and German air strength, notes a 1942 deadline for pilot-pipeline relief, outlines a Pennsylvania draft trial plan, and notes OCD creation under LaGuardia. It also mentions a Hawaiian blackout test, mediation board actions on strikes, and a West Coast shipyard strike amid broader labor disruptions.
Washington reports outline the Luftwaffe now totals about 35,000 planes including six main air fleets and support units. Production estimates run about 3,000 planes monthly with limited bomber output, while U S aims to accelerate bomber production in new plants to raise Allied air power over Germany.
A fragmentary column recalls Robert Sherwood’s play winning the Pulitzer, noting it as encouraging for theater. Other items mention Billy Gilbert’s estate name, Ned Russell’s Irish neutrality reporting, Irish navy maneuvers, and satirical quips about democracy ancestry immigration laws and Goering Rumors.
In a whimsical panel, Gargantua and Toto clash over a possible pairing with Toto joking about marriage. Gargantua dismisses the idea, boasting of prestige and fame as Toto jeers at his looks. The exchange hints at showbiz mischief and a running gag about celebrity gorillas.
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