29 May 1941
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Newspaper
Lethbridge Herald
Location
Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada
Date
May 29, 1941
Page
1
British Foreign Secretary Eden outlines war aims in London speech stressing a peace designed to prevent Germany repeating past misdeeds. He asserts Germany must join a system of free economic cooperation but cannot again dominate Europe. Victory brings freedom and lasting continental peace.
Cairo reports the 8250 ton cruiser York is officially declared a total loss after bombings while under repair at Suda Bay during the Crete invasion. Two killed and five wounded among her crew of about 600. The York, armed with six eight inch guns and six torpedo tubes, is Britain’s third cruiser lost in Crete.
Washington May 29. Responding legislators said there is growing belief in administration circles that Japan will soon weaken its Axis ties. They point to Roosevelt’s fireside chat omitting Pacific problems as evidence and say business interests in Tokyo appear to gain influence over the military party that pushed Japan into the war with China and the Axis.
A blue winged teal from western Canada to South America is traced by a jet band near Langruth Manitoba. Banded birds reveal migration routes aiding conservation. The tale notes the 1940 September journey of about 3,500 miles to Coraima Columbia, where it was shot in March 1941.
The Soviet press highlighted President Roosevelt's address and emergency proclamation. Pravda led foreign news with Germany seeking world domination while Red Star praised growing Anglo American military cooperation in the Pacific and noted closer collaboration between Britain and the United States.
Washington May 29 Great Britain may waive self proclaimed rights to seize or transfer to neutral flags enemy ships, enabling western hemisphere republics to operate about 200 idle foreign merchantmen in ports. Roosevelt’s freedom of the seas policy influences Britain’s decision as American republics push to take over immobilized vessels to promote trade and security.
Melbourne May 20 A car claims to bend in the middle when turning corners. Inventor Cornelius Murname says the hinged chassis travels 60 miles per gallon. When the steering wheel twists the forepart turns rather than just the front wheels.
Ottawa March 29 1¢ The acting Conservative House leader in the Commons Hon R B Hanson was asked to continue in that capacity for the next session after a Conservative caucus. The request to keep Hanson in the job was unanimous according to the caucus spokesman.
Dr Hermas Desilauriers aged 61 liberal member for Montreal St Marvy died at his home in Montreal May 28. His death leaves the house with Liberals 176 Liberal progressives 3 Independent Liberals 3 Conservatives 40 Independent Conservatives 1 New Democrats 10 CCF 8 Independent 1 Unity 1 vacant 2.
Lt. John M. S. Patton of Hamilton Ontario and Capt. Douglas W. Cunnington of Calgary were awarded the George Medal for bravery last December and were decorated by the King at an investiture held recently at Buckingham Palace in London.
Ottawa May 29 The War Services Minister announced that conscientious objectors Mennonites and Doukhobors in the 22 year and 21 year classes will be required to perform labor service in place of military training. Camps will be opened in national parks and Ontario with food lodging and 3 cents a day paid. Doukhobors will work on roads. Mennonites and objectors may be sent to road projects under provincial control. Camps aim to begin June 15. typical army trainees receive 1.20 per day plus clothing.
The House will consider an interim supply measure and resume reconsidering a new budget, while yesterday members granted first reading to Income Tax and Special War Revenue act amendments and second reading to federal succession duties. Conservative House Leader Hanson urged against a tax system that would curb capital and initiative. Maj Alan Cockeram condemned a letter from Defence Minister Ralston, saying it amounted to an ultimatum to resign or stay silent, to which Ralston replied. The Senate did not sit.
British raids on an Italian vessel at Sfax and a French tanker near the Tunisian coast heighten French collab with the Axis. Vichy protests, Britain accuses Axis convoys, and reports say traffic along the Tunisia coast aids Libyan operations. A 16,000 ton carrier and a 53,000 ton tanker were involved in the disrupted convoy.
An Auckland area ambulance driver testified in Cairo that Max Schmeling, former world heavyweight champ, was captured in Crete and killed while escaping. The driver described Schmeling as wounded, armed, and fighting back before being shot by a wounded soldier. Berlin officials later doubted Schmeling’s death, noting he was a parachutist and that a formal statement may not be issued.
President Roosevelt asks Congress for funds to build a combined army navy air force. The plan targets 56 thousand warplanes and full strength by fall 1945, with 26 thousand already noted for 1943.
Ottawa reports indicate the government hopes to announce a cabinet extension before adjournment. Prime Minister Mackenzie King joked about a calf auction as an answer. Gardiner’s Brampton speech suggested a last appearance as national war services minister. Brooke Claxton named as potential successor.
A meeting decided to seek the Defence Minister Ralston’s signature on letters urging enlistment in military training. Citizens’ army recruitment committee will dispatch the letters to enlist the nation’s volunteers.
War Secretary Stimson announced a program to train eight thousand Royal Air Force pilots in the United States starting June 7. The first class of 550 pilots, all from the British Isles, will begin instruction, with subsequent groups every five weeks. The plan uses air corps and civilian schools to train fighters, bombers, and navigators, with numbers varying by program.
Regina dispatch says Inspector H. Darling head of the Saskatoon Wan criminal investigation bureau of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police was promoted to superintendent today. Darling has 28 years in the force serving on Atlantic and Pacific commands and previously led the Lethbridge sub-division before moving to Halifax.
In Tokyo on March 29 German Ambassador Eugen Ott met with Foreign Minister Yosuke Matsuoka and the topic centered on President Roosevelt's speech. British Ambassador Sir Robert Cragie also held a lengthy follow up meeting with Matsuoka after the Ott talks.
Reuters reports Axis forces pushing 30 miles into the Sidran Egyptian frontier after seizing Halfava Pass near Salum, with British troops contesting the area. British detachments clear roads from Dessie to Gonda and Dessie to Assab in Ethiopia while southern patriot units encircle Esko.
Edmonton May 29 reports from Northern Alberta Railways indicate crop conditions as of May 23 in the Peace River region are progressing well with a strong start and steady development.
Capt. L. D. Gammans the government candidate won the Horsey by-election to fill the vacancy caused by the death of Capt. E. Wallace Conservative. He polled 11 077 votes to 4146 for Noel Pemberton Billings the "Win the War in the Air" candidate.
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