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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1941
Page
8
President Roosevelt may intervene to stop widespread labor strife over war plane orders. The mediation board urged acceptance of terms while union leaders faced sharp criticism. The drive for wage increases and a general strike wave stretched across industries including aviation, trucking, and municipal services.
President Roosevelt said he was considering new actions to reduce labor strikes in defense industries but would wait while the defense mediation board handles West Coast aircraft and lumber disputes. He did not announce measures regarding the North American Aviation strike or the International Woodworkers union walkout, and indicated forthcoming "new responsibilities" could be explained later.
Tommie Harris, 20, a Negro, was electrocuted at the state prison for the rape and murder of Edna Earl Allen, an 18 year old expectant mother from Grandview. He told officers he was ready to meet his maker and would take it like a man after a jury sentenced him to death in April.
General Robinson explains retreat dynamics for the Seventh Corps as troops delay the enemy while withdrawing by night to avoid observation. The three divisions face planning hurdles in rapid yet orderly movement without clogging roads. The passage also reflects on Lou Gehrig's character and legacy, highlighting duty, humility, and inspiration.
The piece praises Lou Gehrig as a model of character and decency, noting he lived simply and inspired respect. It recalls his public perception, mentioning a rare critical voice and a memory from Gehrig’s early Yankees visits, highlighting his unpolished, honest nature.
The state budget balance for the current year is set to about $2.06 million. Treasurer Tugwell notes daily remittances boost this year's revenue but not next year's. Revenue Director Fontenot adds delinquent taxes could add at least $500,000, with more from current collections.
The closed committee session discussed lowering the draft age from 28 to 27, with Hershey backing a blanket deferment for those reaching 27 on October 16, 1940. Critics prefer a fixed 27-year limit, but officials stressed older men would not be exempt if emergencies arise.
The article reports massive oil shortages as the nation gears up for defense. Secretary Ickes and the defense production administrator warn that eastern regions may be asked to forgo automobile use for pleasure within a month. The Production Office also foresees civilian power curtailment in key areas to conserve energy.
President Roosevelt pushed wartime energy saves as Ickes urged nationwide daylight saving time to conserve power and Congress moved to authorize eminent-domain pipelines from Texas and Louisiana to the East. Restrictions could hit auto use in eastern states, with 10,000,000 cars affected among widespread regional limits.
Visiting Army units march back to Livingston after activities in the city. Orville Thompson directed music during the visit while officers toured Camp Sans Soucci and the Neville grounds. The march featured Lt Col K S White and Lt Cols Harry T Ketcham and Kenneth Hough leading battalions. The piece notes a Civil War era ship sinking by a submarine.
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