Census Says America Burgeons Into a More American Race
Vergil D. Reed, acting director of the Bureau of the Census, told the American Society of Newspaper Editors in Washington that the nation is moving beyond a melting pot phase to an American race with its own traits. He noted lower birth rates, shifting family sizes, rising suburban growth, changing color and sex composition, and evolving labor force participation, while unemployment appeared somewhat lower than common estimates.
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Vergil D. Reed
Bureau of the Census
American Society of Newspaper Editors
Washington
America
Geond
Dhecint
Revolt in Iraq Threatens British Position in Middle East
AP reports that Iraq's pro Nazi Rashid Ali al-Goliani seized power amid a volatile balance of regional interests. Britain's control over bases, oil, and access to Basra and Mosul remains, while Moslem sentiment and German influence threaten a broader danger to British imperial reach in Palestine, Turkey, and Russia.
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Morgan M. Beatty
Wasitington
Washington
Africa
Iraq
Rashid Ali al Golioni
Turkey
Russia
Britain
Middle
Asiatic East
Palestine
Owith
Germany
Iran
Baghdad
Basra
Mosul
Teaq
Eross Desert
Royal Air Force
Gallani
Bicud
Merce Galiani
Chad
Galiani
Taq
Genesilly
England
Decline in Arkansas Forest Fires Reported by Commission
The Arkansas Forestry Commission reports Unit Nine suppressed 193 fires since January 1, with 310 fires total in 1940 for the same period. Fire causes include debris burning and incendiary acts. Forest Rangers filed 24 court cases to enforce the forest fire law. Pine lumber production reached 28 million board feet in February 1941 per Southern Pine Association data.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arkansas Foresty Commission
Southern Pine Association
Arkansas
Fred H. Lang
Russell Stadelman
Biblical Verse Fragment on Worship and Patience
A fragment from Matthew 18 26 describes a servant bowing and addressing the Lord with a plea for patience before making a purchase or request for mercy. The text reflects a tone of reverence and supplication.
Britain Plans Battle Focus Across Sea Lanes
British observers say the main theater remains the British Isles and maritime approaches as Britain rallies to hold the eastern and western Mediterranean ice-line and keep Transatlantic supply routes open. Analysts note Greece’s campaign shows Britain is not yet strong enough for a larger German force, awaiting tanks and weapons from factories to strike on land. Some observers forecast a wider Mediterranean war from Gibraltar to the Indian Ocean, while Roosevelt’s Atlantic patrols may shield supply ships on their initial Atlantic legs, freeing ships for riskier waters.
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London
Britain
Atlantic
Mediterranean
U. S
Gibraltar
Indian Ocean
Greece
British Isles
Roosevelt
Spain
Europe
Africa
Morocco
Gibvaltay
New York
Egypt
Suez
Japan
Axis
West Africa
Canary Islands
Cape Verdes
Azores
Portugal
America
Lisbon
A.eb. Ps
Axia
County Boys Are Drafted
The Heapstead county one draft group leaves for Little Rock on Monday, April 28, to enter military service at Camp Joseph T. Robinson. Alternates and a Negro list accompany the group as part of the draft roster. Penguins occupy several southern hemisphere regions, including the Falkland Islands, New Zealand, and Australia. Navy carriers listed include Warnel, Essex, Bonne Homme Richard, Kearsarge, Intrepid, Bunker Hill, Cabot, Franklin, Hancock, Ovsparry, Randolph, and Tincondernga.
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Heapstead County
Little Bock
Joseph T. Robinson
Eddie Lee Yaney
Albert Ennin Stuckey
Earl Francis Bain
Henry Binfort McRae
Frison Etlee Murphy
Robert Booker Worms
Booker T, Edwards
Jake Carey
South Polar
Falkland Islands
New Zealand
Australia
Hemisphere
Navy
Warnel
Essex
Bonne Homme Richard
Kearsarge
Intrepid
Bunker Hill
Cabot
Franklin
Hancock
Ovisparry
Randolph
Tincondernga
Defense Quiz Probes Washington War Readiness
Cranium Crackers notes a national defense surge in Washington with new boards and leaders. A humor page quiz asks about the Defense Mediation Board members, the Ja bar secretary, and why the U S flag wasn t flown over the White House during Movida, plus which recent moves involve Willkie and various defense related codes.
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Washington, D.C
Defense Mediation Board
Jabar
U. S
White House
Roosevelt
Wendell Willkie
Commonwealth and Southern
Eupits
Elyued
Ind
Gibraltar's peril hints at US move on Azores stepping stones
Washington observers warned that Gibraltar’s fate could trigger a US shift to seize the Azores as Atlantic jumping stones. The piece argues the Axis grip on Gibraltar would threaten Britain, jeopardize supply routes, and push the United States into Mediterranean strategy, with Azores looming as a pivotal prize.
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Gibraltar
United States
Azores
Atlantic
Thomas M. Johnson
NEA
Washington
Spain
Jine
Great Britain
College Press Elects Head in Arkansas Choice
Edith Shiras of Mountain Home was elected president of the Arkansas College Press Association at its Saturday meeting. She succeeds John Jones, of Arkansas State Teachers College, Harding College, Searcy, who was chosen for the 193% convention.
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Arkadelphia
Edith Shiras
Mountain Hone
College of the Gears
Mountain Eagle
Arkansas College Press Association
John Jones
Arkansas State Teachers College
Harding College
Searcy
Junior Band Results in Arkansas Contest Ratings
Hot Springs reports ratings from the fourth annual Arkansas author band and orchestra association contest held Saturday. Senior bands and separate divisions judged, with Hope Junior Band in division two earning notable scores. The coverage notes class results and standings for participating groups.
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Hot Springs
F Ufth
Arkansas Auhoor Band and Orchestra Association
Frenth ‘hoyn—Hope
Blevins Dinner Tells Of Cruise Theme For Seniors
Blevins High School juniors hosted a banquet for the seniors at Hotel Barlow on Friday night. About 125 attendees enjoyed a “Cruise of a Merry Gang” styled program with ship deck decor and a lineup including toastmaster David Edward and guest introductions by Ralph Todd.
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Blevins High School
Junio
Hotel Barlow
Barlow
David Edward
Ralph Todd
Eloise Brooks
Lillian Ball
Harald Stephens
Jerry Poole
Voral
Bettye Lee Alston
Jean Tate
A. B. Wetherington
Cablegram
Floyd Leverett
Three Stillville youths face auto theft charge
State Police announced here on Saturday that Bill Jenkins 16 Bill Miller 17 and Bob Jackob 18 of Stillville Mo were arrested and held since last Sunday on suspicion of automobile theft and to be released to FBI authorities. Arresting officers Herald Porterfield and Charles Boyd confirmed the case after a Missouri police check showed the car had been stolen.
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Stillville
Missouri Police
Bill Jenkins
Bill Miller
Bob Jackob
Herald Porterfield
Charles Boyd
Red River Levels Rise Slower After Flood Peak
The Red River at Fulton climbed to 274 feet Friday night, about 2.4 feet above floor level, with continued slow rise through Saturday. Weather officials projected a peak near 28 feet by Saturday night and up to 30 feet by Sunday, while observers deemed the danger toward Utua region had abated.
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Red River
Fulton
Weather Bureau
Occupation Rumors Sweep Aegean and Greek Front
Reports from Ankara and Berlin say German forces aim to occupy Greek islands near Mytilene and approach Turkish shores as the battle for Greece tightens. British units retreat on high ground near Thermopylae while Germany advances toward Athens. Concurrently voices in Spain consider a possible German drive via Gibraltar as Africa fronts report action at Fort Capuzzo and Gambela. Nearby Turkey acknowledges German mastery of the Bath and foreshadows possible demands. In the Americas, Argentina and Paraguay face political tremors as leaders issue decrees amid regional instability.
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British
Berlin
Dows Ee
Evyi
Thermoplae
Athens
High Command
Associated Press
Greece
Benike Gallas
Axi
Fort Capuzzo
Libya
Gambela
Ethiopia
Turkey
Ned
Germany
Far East
Hong Kong
J. Roosevelt
Gerald Thomas
Spetia
Washington
U. S. Marine Corps
South America
Argentina
Remon Castillo
Buenos Aires
Paraguay
WBS
Morinigo
Col
Franco
Americans urge seized foreign vessels to aid continental peace
Representatives of 21 Republican lawmakers recommended that their nations seize and use more than 160 idle foreign vessels in their ports to promote peace and security of the continent. The plan was announced by Sumner Wells, assistant secretary of state and committee chair.
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Washington
Amore
Kie Ner American Financial and Economic Advisory Committee
Sumner Wells
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