27 Jun 1941
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Newspaper
Le Grand Reporter
Location
Le Grand, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1941
Page
1
Edward C. Wayne reviews U S actions as German consulates close and Axis financial assets freeze strains Nazi diplomacy. He notes Hitler presses Russia with new challenges, amid shifting American-Nazi ties.
The president moved to freeze all Axis funds in the United States after the sinking of the Robin Moor by a German submarine. Officials estimate the financial exposure at about 400 million to 600 million on each side, though many Americans have already divested from Axis interests. The move ends direct U S business with Italy and Germany, with licenses required to withdraw funds. Public opinion supports convoys for shipping and stronger naval patrols while the fate of the Robin Moor’s passengers remains noted.
The State Department ordered closing of all Nazi consulates in the United States and expelled German propaganda offices and related agencies. German nationals tied to these offices were banished. DNB staff were unaffected. The move signals a shift toward action over words in U S Nazi policy.
The article analyzes strains between Germany and Russia over Nazi demands and potential fronts through Turkey and Ukraine. It discusses Churchill warnings about Ukraine wheat, possible Russian internal conflict, and strategic aims including Bessarabia and a Syria corridor. It notes U S defense plans with a 4 billion dollar program to build 500 bombers monthly and RFC powers to borrow for defense.
The House Ways and Means Committee favored distributing the defense tax burden across income, corporate, excise, and gift taxes, aiming for 3.3 billion dollars in revenue and a reduced hit on the average taxpayer. The report notes U.S. tanker controls amid oil tensions with Japan and discusses labor actions after North American Aviation seizure, with living costs up 2.4 percent and wages up 15.8 percent since the emergency began.
In Vichy the Germans release thousands of French POWs to return home for families with three minor children or three minor brothers. Berlin reports a resin substitute for steel used in auto bodies. In Camp Robinson Arkansas Connie Kaster, daughter of Lieut Col John F Kaster head of the Thirty fifth division, plans a visit and jokes a band will meet her at the station.
The piece notes Brazil and Argentina show stronger Roosevelt backing and willingness to aid the United States, especially regarding the Azores and potential actions in West Africa. It discusses Dakar, the Robin Moor sinking, and White House concerns about North vs South Atlantic strategies. It also covers Paul Appleby's Nebraskan Cathedral of Agriculture plan facing internal opposition, and Army camps expanding motion picture service for troops.
Pleasant dreams are assured with flower motif embroideries and crocheted edging. Pattern 6893 includes transfer motifs and edging directions, stitches illustrations, materials list, and two motifs sized 7 by 19 inches and 7 by 24 inches.
Sewing Cleel Needlecraft Dept 92 Eighth Ave New York advertises 18 cents coins for pattern numbers. Names and addresses requested for ordering.
A grand concert night turns odd as two small boys enter a hired hall with a free pass, challenging the gatekeepers Blobb and Blobbs who hoped for profits and a smooth start. The scene hints at improvisation and curious audience dynamics at the doors.
A reflective note highlights life as a gift that enables love work play and stargazing, quoting Henry Van Dyke to urge gratitude and active living.
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