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Newspaper
Indiana Evening Gazette
Location
Indiana, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1941
Page
1
The piece analyzes potential outcomes of a German Soviet conflict, weighing a direct clash against Russia versus a staged clash while Germany uses Russia to drain Britain. It notes Finland Romania and Turkey shifting roles, with Turkey bound to Germany and Britain’s response looming amid a widening Eurasian bloc.
McKeestown workers accept CIO guidance and end a four day walkout. They will immediately begin cleaning a large garbage buildup. Wages rise in steps on July 1, with 1 to 2 percent, 8 percent, and 10 percent increases for various jobs. Mayor Lysle will treat the workers as city employees, not a union, while a CIO committee will serve as grievance body.
Britain braces for multiple outcomes and follows a hard line. Immediate actions include sharp cleanup of Syrian resistance, rapid military consolidation, and steady reinforcement of eastern and African positions. An unrelenting air war targets Reich western arsenals while diplomacy ends in eastern Europe.
Harrisburg June 20 Republican leaders in both House and Senate plan weekend conferences to end a budget deadlock that has kept the 1941 legislature in session for 26 weeks. They seek final agreement on revenues and tax measures while Democrats press a higher general fund total and GOP demands govern the final compromise. The stalemate delays adjournment, with hopes for a July 8 adjournment and only minor departmental impacts noted by officials.
A vacation plan over the July 4 weekend was agreed to by the UMW and a northern group to cut lost production time. The south objected to a 10 day proposal as too costly, so a shortened period from July 3 to 7 was adopted to ease tensions in negotiations.
Conn was to wed but Billy Conn and Mary Louise did not appear at the church. Migg Smith’s father arrived in a polo shirt and left, signaling possible cancellation. A source close to Conn and Mrs Smith in Ocean City, New Jersey confirmed the planned marriage had been called off.
George D. Leydic volunteers his car for those in need and the Auxiliaries push a canteen unit. Mrs. William M. Ruddock and Mrs. Arthur J. Robinson will lead, with a large team of helpers across towns. They will collect cigarettes, tobacco, candy and send magazines and books to men and nurses in the armed forces. Local industries pledge support and an advisory board under Mrs. Redding includes several community leaders.
Senate action trims WPA work relief to a total of 1,000,000 as President Roosevelt urged funds for 1,000,000 jobs and removal of several restrictions. Hunter orders further cuts, seeking savings while Senate panels push priority for new unemployed over longer employed.
A legislative vote produced a 91 to 22 result backing an effort to raise Works Progress Administration funding from 876 million dollars to 1.25 billion dollars. The tally reflects strong majority support amid debates on federal employment programs and public works priorities.
A legislative panel proposed higher taxes expected to raise about 1.086 billion dollars from individuals and 1.255 billion from corporations as part of a broad revenue plan. Personal surtaxes would rise to a maximum of 75 percent on the top end, with an unchanged 10 percent defense supertax. Corporate changes include higher excess profits taxes, new surtaxes on net income, and credits for invested capital, with an anti war millionaire tax targeting steel and aircraft firms.
Reports from international outlets describe Nazi officials courting Germany Russia talks in London notes with Russia aid if war expands to the United States. Washington eyes Italians. Berlin claims US consulates were used by Britain. In the Damascus siege, see saw fighting as Allied forces press toward the city amid fierce desert heat and claims of police progress.
Robert G. Allen former congressman from Pennsylvania’s 28th district and president of Duff Norton will deliver the opening address at the Western Pennsylvania Industrial Conference at Conneaut Lake tomorrow morning. His talk covers Government and Management and the Defense Program. Dr Charles Copeland Smith of the National Association of Manufacturers will close with What Are We Defending A Definition of Our Way of Life.
The report surveys potential Soviet strength against Germany, noting mobilization, manpower estimates between 2 and 5 million, and concerns about equipment, railways, and morale. It cites Stalin’s reforms, May Day parade showcases, and a large naval fleet across the Baltic, Black, White, Caspian, and Far East theatres, with Izvestia claiming Russia’s submarine fleet but offering no figures.
Senators say the United States could extend counter measures against Italian nationals, freezing funds and blocking departures. Italy runs 49 consulates with 68 staff in the United States, while many consulates in Newark Detroit were closed on State Department request. Since Munich, the US has lost diplomatic and consular ties with Poland Czachoslovakia Belgium Netherlands Norway Luxembourg and occupied France, while representation in the Reich and Italy remains.
State Senator Norman G. Flagg found an old Springfield letter suggesting Abraham Lincoln began growing whiskers and notes the date around January 1 1861 between the Civil War era events. The fragment places Abana Lincoln in a known historical period with a casual remark about his appearance.
U S senators debate Hitler’s strategy as Germany may gain Russian food and war materials, prolonging the conflict and heightening American involvement. Pepper urges stronger aid to Britain while Norris, George, and Van Nuys discuss implications for U S defenses and possible back door attacks.
Washington June 20 The War Department began officially monitoring news commentators and radio speakers to gauge public opinion on army and national defense. A five page digest of broadcasts from the past 24 hours was sent to Secretary Stimson General George C Marshall and other top officials, supplementing daily summaries of newspapers and magazines for six months to track national sentiment.
The Pittsburgh Chamber of Commerce says a 20 day strike by about 1700 freight truck drivers has caused millions of dollars in losses. The statement notes growing business demoralization and delays to the national defense program as trucks transporting defense materials face disruption.
The Presbyterian Synod of Pennsylvania directed local churches to withhold support from the United Service Organization drive until federal authorities take definite steps to clean up liquor and vice conditions near army camps. USO, led by District Attorney Thomas Dewey, launched a $10 million fund to furnish recreational facilities for the armed forces.
Nememaker, state representative, from nations headquarters, will address the Townsend Club at a special meeting in the Court House this evening at 6:08 CET. Read The Gazetta Classified.
Leading dairymen of Indians County and families gathered for a banquet at United Presbyterian Church. President C B Gerhard presided as five directors were elected for the coming year. Certificates awarded for high butterfat totals and records included Mae and Princess among Jersey cows and a Torrance State Hospital Holstein. Prof A A Borland of Penn State spoke on dairy research and nutrition.
Mrs James L Jewell died at 10 50 am today in Blacklick township home. Funeral home Streams is handling arrangements. Maria J Davis widow of J Madison Davis formerly of Punxsutawney died in Oakland California at 82 native of West Mahoning township. Surviving daughter Mrs Eugene Fricksted three grandchildren brother J Harvey Beyer of Punxsutawney and Carrie Beyer of Oakland Calif two daughters Georgie and Corrie are deceased. The obituary notes water estate speed detail appears garbled in the source.
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