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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1941
Page
2
A reader critiques Charles Lindbergh's recent address, accusing him of leaning toward war and socialist gains while criticizing Franklin D. Roosevelt. The letter argues leadership should not change until 1945 and warns against violent political reaction.
The 32nd Division completed two day war games in central Louisiana as its right flank withdrew six miles to the rear and captured an enemy infantry company plus 35 platoons. The move, compared to British withdrawals in Greece, came amid growing red force pressure.
London June 3 Sir Gerald Campbell the British minister to Washington is named director general of all British information services in the United States. The government says the move expands wartime information flow and news from British sources with Campbell to base in New York. He will relinquish his ministerial post to assume the new duties.
Rehoboth Beach Del June 3 Robert Hinckley distinguished American portrait painter died of a stroke at his home yesterday He was 88 Hinckley painted more than 350 portraits of prominent Americans His best known work is perhaps Alexander at Persepolis
President Roosevelt discussed with congressional leaders a war department bill granting sweeping power to seize private property for national defense. Critics warned of permanent confiscation, while officials stressed military needs and state power. Senate leaders questioned potential use to end strikes.
A $250000 Liberator bomber crashed into San Diego bay killing four aviation experts as FBI agents sought wreckage to probe suspected sabotage. Plane lifted from Lindbergh Field then side-slipped, left wing shattered, crew of five: Lewis M. McCannon injured, William H. Rieser dead, others unlisted. Continued on third page.
France presses urgent cabinet talks as Paris eyeing air raid drills amid reports of British plans against Syria. Nazi and German forces mass near Turkey Syria frontier while Britain and Germany exchange bombings and claims of casualties.
Alexandria dispatch reports British officers assessing Crete defeat of German sea invasions. Estimates claim about 20,000 Germans drowned after ships and boats were destroyed, with one convoy carrying around 16,000 men. RAF air protection and limited Crete airfields cited as decisive factors.
The defense mediation board made a renewed effort to settle the 25 day old strike of 12 000 C I O lumberworkers in the Pacific northwest. The IWA rejected a peace formula and demanded 74 4 cent to 75 cent hourly raises plus paid vacations and a union hiring hall.
Arthur J. Altmeyer chairman of the social security board told the 29th annual convention that national employment is at an all time peak and that shortages exist in over 100 defense occupations. He warned that many skilled roles must be drawn from less essential industries as defense expansion begins.
Snow fell across Central European Russia including Archangel and Leningrad as Moscow recorded a temperature of 42.8 degrees. Residents recalled the first June snow in living memory, extending a cold spring record for the region.
Washington reports describe Charles Evans Hughes as a chief justice with a photographic mind. He could digest lengthy briefs rapidly and pinpoint exact pages or facts, often helping attorneys by recalling specifics from the record.
Baton Rouge officials announce the state finance department will take over the Pineville State Colony and Training School finances. Grady Durham says highway, public works, Central Louisiana Hospital, State Industrial School for Girls, and Huey P Long Hospital will transfer July 1 despite pending Supreme Court action on the reorganization amendment.
Two two year old twin girls, Ellen Grinvert and Eva, died after both fell from a fourth floor window in their Boston apartment. Neighbors reported Ellen’s fall, and police found Eva on the sidewalk below. Investigators believe Ellen’s fall prompted Eva to lean out and lose balance.
Washington reports that Charles Evans Hughes will retire as chief justice on July 1 due to health and age after 19 years on the court. Speculation centers on Robert H. Jackson as his successor, with Senator Byrnes also mentioned as a possible appointee.
Tokyo reports state supplies from Japan and occupied China travel to Germany through the Trans Siberian route at 1500 tons daily, aiding blockade evasion. Dr Helmuth Wolff, Hitler aide, has discussed with Japanese officials while Manchoukuo soybean exports reach about 75000 tons. Other goods include oil, cotton, meat, and rice. Soviet Russia notes freight rates via Berlin and continues to exploit the crisis.
Secretary Knox told shipbuilders the United States must boost warship production to ensure sea power for America and Britain. He emphasized two key factors in the war effort, sea and air power, and urged rapid capacity increases to meet war demands.
Twenty six young men in Glendora California join Camp San Dimas to perform forestry and fire prevention tasks under civilian direction rather than military service. They will work several hours daily, provide their own clothing, and can follow any faith or none. The project is run with Quaker support and led by Swarthmore College educators.
In Nashville the Louisiana governor Sam Jones told the Rotary club that Louisiana's year of democracy followed a despotic rule by Huey P. Long. He praised the people's 1940 overthrow, warned democracy safeguards must protect free enterprise, and called himself a humble instrument in delivering Louisiana. Continued on Eighth Page.
London dispatch reports a single R A F plane started five fires in Berlin during last night's raid. Observers noted a circle of fires as the air ministry confirms a central Berlin attack. France moves toward joining Britain in war tools amid Syria tensions with Vichy and Weygand meeting. Paris warns of a practice air raid as Beirut radio accuses Britain of Syria plans.
Northeast Junior College will host three aviation courses starting June 15 under Dean C. C. Calvert. Primary, secondary, and cross country instructor programs will run with 20 student limits each, ages 19 to 25, and 24–48 credit-hour options.
Accidents to date this year total 225 with 196 last year and personal injuries 31 this year versus 1y last year. Deaths stand at 1 this year and 4 last year. The rule requires a vehicle to provide a clear view to front rear and both sides with rearview mirrors if needed.
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