Readers respond to Hearst on wartime policy and immigration
A collection of letters from readers to Randolph Hearst's newspaper, dated 1941, criticizing U S policy, press stance, and civil rights. Contributors from Texas, California, and Illinois urge stronger antiwar sentiment, protest vivisection, call for Good Neighbor policy fidelity, and advocate unity against discrimination. The letters praise or urge action on Hearst’s columns and related policies.
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R. W. BR
Hearst
San Francisco
Calif
Roose
Hio Grande
San Antonio
Rooseval
Rio Grande
Lois Humble
United Latin
Arm and dress controversy sparks public letters
A flood of letters from 1941 editorials and readers expresses mixed strong opinions on war and policy. The correspondents mention surgery, dress, personal regret, and praise for Hearst columns, reflecting public sentiment during wartime debates.
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San Francisco
Hearst
San Francisco Examiner
Folk Lore And War News At Convent Session
Folk lore gathering in Texas with presentations by Joan A. Lamax and J Frank Doble plus Alan Lomax and others as the twenty seventh annual convention continues. Reports of attendance growth and public invitations to sessions. War dispatches describe Tobruk’s defense, Habbaniyah actions, and British positions in Iraq with Germany and Italy extending influence across the Middle East.
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Texas
Folk-Lorists
Joan A
Lamax
Dallas
J. Frank Doble
la Villita
Josiah Combs
T 6. U
Firsh
Beth
Julia Estill
Caildron
Fredericksburg
Wed McKee
Frankston
Warton
T. GU
Gitar
Lem
Ary
Goble
Weingler
Callal
Frank Cisogwin
Z. A. Rickard
Kingsville
Alan Lomax
Library of Congress
Bandera
Stanley Bongs
San Antonis
John Faulk
University of Texas
Col. Maclin L. Criminins
San Fermango School
Nereh Leredo Street
Iraq
Tobruk
Libya
Aridroops
Greece
Mbruk
Gibraltar
Clive Gerard Liddell
The
Rock
Viscount Fort
Hitler
Habbaniyah
Rashid Ali al Gailard
Anid
Attorneys Issue Schedule of Fees in St Louis
May 2 reports Lawyers Association issuing a fee schedule for moderate means clients. Suggested fees include 59 for un contested filings, 150 for writs and motions, 164 to obtain release from jail, 30 for venue changes, 50 to adjust a will, 10 for drafting wills, and 300 for Supreme Court appeals or petitions.
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St, Louis
Was Lawyers Association
State Supreme Court
Children rationing in Switzerland amid tight economic strain
Report from Gern Switzerland notes rationing affects youngsters as authorities limit arrivals and vacations for foreign children. Officials cite precarious economy, referencing World War II experiences to justify small allowed numbers and controlled programs.
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Gern
Switzerland
Rich Acreage Yields 463 50 Reported May 2
Centertlne brief notes a valuation of acreage yielding 463.50 dollars. The text mentions historic lines dating to 1832 and Civic rots in a local civic context. Readable parts hint at buyers and trade in a 19th century market setting within Centerline.
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Centertilne
Newland Grin’ Carregdy
Awhile Worring
Porden
Askemakers
Galt
Guts and Gun Talent Made Italy Begs Help
Narrative by Daniel De Luce from Istanbul on Greek and Albanian front fighting during the Polish campaign. Describes Evzones bodies, Italian bombardment, Greek resistance, and a daring Dervish pilot who carved a message on a German-Italian propaganda plane.
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Italy
Daniel DE Luce
Astanbul
Turkey
Dries
Ine
Labova
Alwri
Gihules
Riorives
Alexander Papagos
Albania
British plans and oil flows spark Middle East realignments
Fragmentary text notes Gen Maxime Weygailid launching a drive to shift power in Palestine and secure oil exports from Iraq. It hints at a British favored pro Anglo regime in Transjordan, with Turkey and Russia expected to oppose any Nazi influenced move amid Iran’s looming oil output and regional influence.
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Habbaniyah
Basra
Palestine
Vinhy
Beirut
Lebanon
Haifa
Latan
Britain
Bejleseet
Traq
Iraq
Russia
Exchange Telegraph Agency
Ankara
Turkey
Momatrutele
Middle, East
Gen- Maxime Weygalid
Stalla
Fiitaite
Aratia
Ton Saud
Tha
Iran
Ruséls
Night Dawing Caution Urged in Indy Traffic Safety
Indianapolis May 3 Motorists are urged to slow down at sundown as darkness rises accident risk. Secretary Thdd Stoops of the state motor club cites peak fatal crashes between 6 and 7 pm and urges proper headlamp alignment, clear windshield, and pedestrian vigilance to reduce nighttime deaths.
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Indianapolis
Stoops
Salagen
Thorpe seeks U S citizenship under law changes
A report notes that Jim Thorpe seeks U S citizenship under present and proposed laws, arguing he should be granted rights regardless of past restrictions. The article discusses his long athletic career and the impulse to integrate him fully, with focus on government action and eligibility.
War Roundup from a Turbulent Near East Front
A shaky second day fronts report sees British troops clashing with Iraq forces over air bases as new Near East lines emerge. German actions claim penetrations near Tabrus while Britain reportedly eases pressure after Axis efforts. Luftwaffe bombs Hamburg as shipping tonnage figures and annexation hints surface amid chaotic war news.
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Aqeil
Italy
Munich C of C Backward Mystery In May
A fragmented World War II note describes British and German air activity in Munich during May. An officer struggles to read an arriving message from a bomber crew, noting confusion and the elusive threat as he hopes for a clearer solution amid night air raids.
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Munich
Gerrans
Wallemiorath
Bethrel
Hare
Noimber Taste
Ihe
Wai
Tomiie
Scout Rally Postponed By Weather In San Antonio Area
Inclement weather forces the postponement of the annual Bey Scont event set for Saturday. Porter Leriim, circus chairman, announces next Saturday as the new date. Over 6900 scouts from 16 counties in the San Antonio region were to attend at Alamo Stadium with an indoor program featuring demonstrations in camping, pioneering, tiremaking, first aid, signaling, bleeding control, and astronomy.
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Lauinual
Porter Leriim
San Antonio
Alamo Stadion
Alee Willve Domen
Tire Stolen White Driver Waits Light
CHARLOTTE, N. C. May 2. A man who gave his name as Davis told police a new tire had been stolen from the rear of his car while he waited for a traffic light. He described the incident as it happened near the intersection.
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Charlotte
N. C
Kanper
Food Then Plague: Britain Faces Food Theft Ring
London May 3 British authorities confront a growing network of professional food thieves targeting rationed goods. Gangs steal bacon tea and other essentials by bypassing delivery and storage systems, while bootleggers and unscrupulous shopkeepers cooperate, prompting a crackdown on recelvatin and supplier controls.
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London
America
Uae
Snake Gets Ride as Casing Used on Fence Project
A garbled report from PETCRSBURG May 2 describes a farm fencing task linked to a snake being used as casing material. The text contains numerous misread phrases, dates, and place names, but centers on a man aiding a fence construction and a sequence of measurements and weather notes.
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