22 May 1941
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Newspaper
Renwick Times
Location
Renwick, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1941
Page
1
Edward C. Wayne analyzes wartime currents as battle for sea routes dominates coverage. Horst Hess event prompts rumors and propaganda waves while other war facets receive less attention in this week’s analysis.
A British statement suggested Hess may be sane after parachuting into Scotland near Glasgow. Berlin claimed his disappearance in a crash, while observers debated motives and peace aims behind the Nazi deputy’s controversial exit amid intensified World War II activity.
The article outlines Congress debating convoy policies while Roosevelt delays a public statement due to illness. It notes opposition figures and supporters reacting, Lindbergh’s stance, and Nye labeling him a turncoat. It discusses Britain’s diplomacy, Turkey's mediation, Iraq, Suez, and Soviet positioning amid fears of U.S. entry into the war.
Federal anti strike agencies moved swiftly as unions in 11 shipyards and drydocks halted work. NMU and CSO opposed convoys after a US Congress move to seize ships. Other strikes included Detroit truck drivers Newport carpenters Boston construction workers and possible GM walkout. Secretary Knox urged settlement without stoppages.
The author argues for clear public accounting of national debt and the real costs to families. He praises wealth creators who built industry and wealth, urges universities to apply organic chemistry to farm needs, and contends government inefficiency harms national income and living standards, warning strikes erode wealth and raise costs for all citizens.
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