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Newspaper
Parowan Times
Location
Parowan, Utah, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1940
Page
2
Farnham FP and Dudgeon report a proposed billion dollar national defense program as the Nazis smash at the Maginot Line. The editors note the column reflects the newspaper union’s influence and urge strong wartime mobilization.
As Nazi forces surge across the Netherlands Belgium and France the war is described as the greatest battle in history with Germany pressing a wide front while Britain’s RAF retaliates and the United States rushes to speed up military production. President Roosevelt seeks large wartime appropriations and a rapid buildup of air power amid warnings from General Pershing on preparedness.
Nazi leader Robert Ley warns of a world war while urging Europe to awaken to reason. British commander Gort promises final victory as the empire faces peril. Belgian ex premier Paul Van Zeeland appeals for U S aid, and Senator Capper argues for rubber strategy in South America amid global tension.
Nylon stockings praised as a new synthetic fabric from DuPont with airy, durable qualities. Atlantic City politics see supporters using cameras to surveil voters and challenge doubt about eligibility. Residential building contracts nationwide reach near 125 million with private ownership dominating.
Kathleen Norris urges women not to define life by beauty money or social fun but to cultivate a lasting inner self. She contrasts youthful vanity with the serenity of later years, advocating preparation for old age as a time of harvest, purpose, and continued independence with family support.
Wartime dispatch describes German plans for intensified bombing raids on England using 900 planes if needed, with Dutch bases and Norwegian submarines to tighten the cordon. It notes Luftwaffe developments, Locust parachute troops, and signals from Berlin on shortages of food clothing and fuel.
The piece urges self preparation for life with oneself as the sole constant. It stresses discovering what one truly needs, ignoring irrelevant social pressures, and cultivating independence to ensure happiness rather than regret.
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