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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 1941
Page
4
An organized drive to promote U S defense bonds and stamps in Roswell has been formed with R H McCune as general chairman. Committees across city lines are ready to push the sale, framed as a safeguard of liberty, freedom, and the American way of life through funding arms for national defense.
The Ad Club enjoyed one of its best programs as Hazel Powers played five violin selections with skill and emotion. Lee Henrichs accompanied on piano and Sol-O-Vox, Ben Ginsberg arranged, while Cecil Dale led the program and John McBoyle presided. Don Robinson spoke on rising grocery prices since 1939, noting a new peak in 1941 amid Soviet statements in Tokyo and Molotov remarks to the Japanese ambassador.
A shooting during an oath taking by anti communist volunteers wounded Laval and a companion before the assailant was captured. Police identified the gunman as 21 year old Paul Colette born in Calvados August 12 1912. He joined the volunteers to shoot Laval. Continued reports mention political tensions in France under German occupation and possible executions of communists.
The piece notes Allied occupation of key Persian positions and safeguarding of oil supplies, hindering Hitler’s aim to seize Persia. It cites Stalin’s warning to Japan over Soviet support for allied shipments, and discusses German casualties and troop strength, warning of heavier fighting ahead as Allied power grows.
The American Legion and patriotic groups press for restraint as city council unanimously votes not to rent the municipal auditorium for Charles A. Lindbergh. They argue his speech would threaten morale and unity during the national crisis of preparedness and democracy versus dictatorship.
A glimpse of a future where cars may be built from crop materials. Henry Ford showcased a vehicle with a soil derived plastic body, signaling promise though commercial production is not yet here.
News summary reports German forces behind the main line kill over 40 000 Red Army troops and take 30 000 prisoners at Velikie Luki Iran seeks peace after Tehran dispatches Iran asks for peace and Shah vows Germans in Iran to be ousted in a week Britain reports Iran’s small navy wiped out and Admiral Bayendar killed Tass says Red Army advances on Dilman near Tehran Russia warns Japan over fuel shipments to Russia via the Far East Domei cites 10 million gallons en route to Vladivostok Tokyo awaits replies US shipments to Russia prompt concern Washington denies Japanese representations Military mission to China announced to Chungking Berlin observers expect a Donets drive toward oil regions and possible Caucasus flank impact on the Don and Dnieper river systems
Local dining spot SAECO A Te Pee Cafe showcases Thompson's steak offerings attracting patrons from nearby areas. The advertisement highlights tender cuts and savory flavors, urging readers to visit for a savory meal.
Editorial in Army Ordnance analyzes the defense effort praising its momentum while criticizing gaps. It warns against civilian delays and lack of a single administrator, urging full power in production during national emergency. It condemns strikes as a blot on defense records and calls for disciplined mobilization.
Galveston August 27 spot cotton remained steady with middling grade at 16.39 cents per pound and sales totaling 240 bales as market activity showed little change. Local traders noted stable demand for middling fiber amid light volume.
Major Nolan reports applications from about a dozen trained women parachute jumpers and nine licensed women fliers as 89 women join the 402-personnel target for four companies, including a negro unit. Parachute work limited to women aged 18 to 40 with no dependents. Married women need husband consent. Both men's and women's hospital battalions will train 5 to 10 percent for parachute roles with a mixed unit of medical officers nurses radio operators technicians and hospital corpsmen.
The United States said any move to hinder normal trade relations between the Soviet Union and the United States via Far Eastern Soviet ports would be regarded as unfriendly. Japan was assured that goods bought by the USSR in the United States are destined for first use in satisfying certain needs.
J Hall, council chairman, secured approval from Adj Gen Charl ton for a comprehensive blackout plan. Yesterday afternoon's meeting outlined a coordinated effort using State Guard, auxiliary police, firemen, deputies, aircraft warning, fire wardens, first aid teams, and Boy Scouts to practice emergency responses under Mayor Hall and Police Chief Eller.
Market closing quotes show Alum Co Am at 115 Ark N Gas Pf 7 3/4 Bliss E W 16 1/4 Cities Service 5 Humble Oil 64 1/4 Ins Co N Am 81 5/8 as listed, reflecting varied trader activity on the New York curb market.
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