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Newspaper
Oelwein Daily Register
Location
Oelwein, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1941
Page
2
Fragmentary OCR item mentions Devin & Associates and Iowa Press Association with vague reference to 44 members and a dated line. No clear event, date, or outcome readable to form a complete summary.
A fragment of the U S Constitution text references Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion or prohibiting the free exercise thereof and the protection of free speech remains central to the document.
Editorial lauds President Roosevelt for calling out troops to end the Inglewood strike that halted airplane production. It notes broad public backing while contrasting U.S. defense priorities with Europe, urging support for strong action against labor unrest.
The text describes urging workers at North American Airport to quit and strike to disrupt government defense projects. After five days with no pay, 3500 troops were sent to the plant, pressuring a return to work. Officials discuss pay cuts and deportation as possible threats while a clash over control and timing unfolds.
The Charles City Press urges vigilance against fifth column activities as unrest in Europe pushes radicals toward the U S. It warns of attempts to infiltrate school books and influence youth, claiming foreign oppression fuels anti free speech moves and demands sturdy defense of American institutions.
The president asks the public to await full facts on the sinking of the Robin Moor after a torpedo strike. Reports from near the scene say a German submarine may have torpedoed the vessel as 33 crew members are still listed as missing.
The text notes younger men were favored for military service and discusses deferment’s impact on the president. It mentions possibly raising the draft age above 28 if more manpower is needed and returning those men to military training.
The report notes Winston Churchill answering critics in parliament about the Crete campaign. It cites estimated German losses and mentions air, ground, and naval actions, along with weather and wreck details. The piece also references labor unrest, local weather, and agricultural market data, ending with fish season notes for Iowa.
Fragmentary report notes proximity to a breakthrough in Syria with limited Allied assistance. The text shows uncertainty about British actions and broader war timing, suggesting a pivotal moment as nations weigh involvement. The fragmentary source emphasizes evolving strategies and potential humanitarian aid dynamics.
The final grain market review notes trends in wheat corn and rice with Chiresa Tune 12 UP reporting on price movements demand indicators and seasonal factors. Analysts highlight shifts in futures contracts and cash prices across major exporting regions.
A weather and market driven session saw wheat trade down early before a modest recovery, with July wheat near lows and other grains dipping then recovering. Soybeans rose over 20 cents before profit taking trimmed gains, while oats and rye moved modestly. Overall price action reflected milling demand and broader commodity strength as corn held mixed through the session.
Market listings show produce items including Western frozen goods, broilers, fowls, and fresh frozen products with coded identifiers and price-like figures. Detailed line items are fragmented across the OCR, but indicate a wholesale produce exchange with assorted meats and frozen goods.
Markets show firmer but uneven moves with stocks quiet and bond activity subdued. Wheat futures drop about 1 to 2 cents per bushel, cotton futures rally near 1.10 per bale on new crop optimism as rubber slips, while cotton futures hit a four year high combined with 17 point gain in nearby trade.
Workers return to the big airplane plant with around 95 percent of a 7000 man day shift resuming duties after a strike. CIO international representative Wrynsham Mortimer says public sentiment backs the action while William Goodman, leader of the negotiating committee, urges workers to hold their ground inside with suspended leaders contesting the firings from the outside.
Senator Burton K Wheeler charged that incompetent officials caused labor dispute failures and cited a Los Angeles strike where a federal mediator was allegedly intoxicated while on duty. He referenced Byrd's defense industry strike condemnation proposal but did not identify the strike or mediator beyond naming him as an eastern professor with an officer title.
Hundreds of Japanese friends of J. W. T. Mason, United Press war analyst who died in New York May 13, attended Shintoist memorial services for him today. He was praised as an American exponent of Shintoism and a sincere friend of Japan. Foreign Minister Yosuke Matsukura, unable to attend due to government duties, sent a eulogy.
Des Moines June 11 A state conservation commission reminder that the fish season opens Sunday for bass crappies bluegills sunfish calico bass Warmouth bass and rock bass. Officials said opening may bring record anglers but recent rains could curb river fishing with most angling on lakes and reservoirs nearby.
After ironing, slip a small paper clip into the neck band to mold it as a color button. Let it dry in this shape to keep the shirt easy to wear and well-formed.
Wayne Morris, motion picture actor now Ensign Morris, joins the U S naval reserve with rank of ensign and will report to the naval reserve aviation base in Long Beach California. He is engaged to Patricia Stewart film star though no wedding date has been set.
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