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Newspaper
Renwick Times
Location
Renwick, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1941
Page
1
Weekly News Analysis discusses U S moves to end defense production delays as troops seize a plane plant. Officials warn of Middle East tensions tied to the war's lingering effects. Edward C Wayne writes on policy shifts and regional risks.
As control over civilian production eases, the United States moves to a wartime industrial plan to manufacture and deliver goods to Britain. President Roosevelt pushes government mediation, labor disputes, and defense priorities while Willkie critiques pace of conversion. The draft threat and early median steps signal a broader mobilization of industry, resources, and energy toward munitions and engines.
Amid Crete fighting Britain vows to defend northern Africa and the Middle East and aims to regroup for victory. Germany presses toward Suez and Moscow, while Japan pushes Dutch East Indies oil access. US entry doubts loom as diplomatic moves and peace rumors swirl among leaders.
Treasury Secretary Morgenthau announced over 2,000 Coast Guard members would be transferred to the Navy to transport auxiliary vessels. A Selective Service deputy director urged Congress to enact deferments for men reaching age 27 by October 16, 1930. Navy Secretary Knox spoke of incentives in shipyard competitions and speed in constructing identical ships, rewarding workers and shipyards.
The report details frantic Vichy negotiations with Berlin under Darlan, likening it to blackmail as France seeks order amid armistice concessions. Weygand’s role shifts to Africa, while DeGaulle’s Free French stance complicates loyalty. Congressional probe links defense strikes to Communist leadership, sparking calls to curb subversive unions.
Adero Patterson profile text notes H R 4581 introduced by August H Andersen of Minnesota seeks discovery and testing of agricultural products for industrial use to replace surplus crops. It would fund chemical research largely at state universities, creating markets for farm goods and reducing dependency on government payments, though passage is uncertain.
A historical reflection praises the American system of free competition as a creator of wealth and 2,000 jobs, noting its long view from colonial times. It argues inflation control requires coordinated limits on prices, deficits, borrowing, and taxes, while stressing worker compensation and government restraint. It adds farm boys excel in aviation training, with many flying schools drawing rural students and pasture land used for landing.
Washington column by Baukhage notes top officials warn about farm labor drain due to draft and defense needs. Brig. Gen. Lewis Hershey advocates considering individual agricultural claims for deferment to feed the food program and maintain farm production for national defense amid wartime labor shortages.
Brief note on a new book by Capt. Paul Brown titled The AECs of the IDR. The work purports to clarify Infantry Drill Regulations for prospective soldiers and urges pre enlistment instruction. Brown, a drill instructor, outlines four simple practical plans for six men seeking basic guidance before joining the service.
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