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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Nov 30, 1939
Page
5
Economists say fuel scarcity underpins Europe’s slow war tempo. Mechanized forces and air fleets require vast oil, with Germany racing to boost synthetic fuel and self sufficiency. Analysts note Western blockade pressures and uncertain German reserves influence strategy and timing.
An embassy in Belgium and other authorities warn that oil supply could decide the war. Some estimate Germany used up to 8 million barrels in a month of lightning warfare, while civilian use runs around 4 million monthly. Germany’s 1938 oil use totaled 53 million barrels with imports about 36 million. Allies access on seas remains broader. Russia’s export potential is uncertain due to transport limits.
Firms in Switzerland, citing business reasons, have been buying fewer German goods. Germany has sent letters asking for the reasons behind the decline.
Frank Daniel Williams, who identifies as a Tuscarora chief from Sanborn New York, intends to camp near the Roanoke River in Bertie County to press a legal claim to lands once held by his tribe. He cites 1714 tribal sales or leases and 1915 1916 state records as proof. He is a contractor studying leases among historical records in Raleigh.
President Roosevelt urged nationwide support for the 33rd annual Christmas Seal Campaign of the National Tuberculosis Association and its 2000 affiliated groups. He praised the work against tuberculosis, noting its impact on citizens aged 15 to 45 and calling for continued public backing as December 1 begins the sale.
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