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Newspaper
Sheboygan Press
Location
Sheboygan, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1941
Page
1
At Seaside Oregon Dixon proved tough by climbing a 65 foot high guy wire. He hung by his ice for minutes, then collapsed. An hour later he arrived at the hospital with only scratches as souvenirs, leaving spectators horrified by the stunt.
The Associated Press reports German forces push toward Odessa and Nikolaev from three directions as Soviet defenses fall back toward the Black Sea. British and Soviet observers warn the loss of southern Ukraine would be grave but not decisive, with key industrial centers still east of the Dnieper and the war far from over.
Two anti interventionist critics said the administration’s one vote victory in the house shows Congress would not pass a declaration of war if asked. Senator Wheeler of Montana and Representative Fish of New York argued the 8 to 1 sentiment signals no broader push to send U S troops abroad and to extend the war effort.
Madison Wis. Wiscon sin draft boards will be called up to furnish about 934 men in September. Welter J. Wilde state selective service director announced. The August quota was 1775. Some boards will delay induction until October due to small quota and Milwaukee station operating five days next month. Quotas list reads by board and date across Dane Milwaukee Racine Rock Adams Burrnett Crawford Door Dunn Eau Claire Florence Fond du Lac and other areas.
Racine, Wis. Justice of the Peace Henry S. Smieding pondered whether Mrs. Rose Shovers of Racine is entitled to a $100 fee for introducing George Brill to his fiancée Irene Bassewitz of Sheboygan. Brill denied the contract and any Jewish custom of paid matchmaking. Decision expected next day.
Washington AP Barkley hopes Senate accepts the house approved version of the army service extension bill after a hairline 203 to 202 vote in the House. The measure extends training to 30 months for selectees guards and reservists, and raises the draft cap. The vote sparked a loud rally and a formal recheck, with final action by week end seen as likely.
The Royal Air Force and Red Air Force joint offensive blasted Berlin during the night leaving parts of the city in flames. Bombers hit Magdeburg Hanover and the Krupp works at Essen, plus air fields in Holland docks at Le Havre and Norverwle harbors. Thirteen bombers reported missing.
As rumors swirl of a possible on sea meeting with Churchill, President Roosevelt’s Potomac voyage stays silent. Disembarkation remains a mystery with minor updates showing no decisive developments from August 2 to August 12.
A federal grand jury indicted 118 corporate and individual figures across 29 states for conspiring to fix Easter ham prices in violation of the Sherman Act. It marks the largest action in a nation wide inquiry into food prices, following prior charges related to hog sheep and canned peas prices.
Local No 655 and the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employee and Moving Picture Operators mailed a $30.00 check to County Chairman Herbert V. Kohler for the United Service Organization. The fund grows to $19,329.02 and organizers urge more donations to reach $19,500 by sending checks to The Press or the U S C local office.
A Japanese naval spokesman says the calm before a storm covers the Pacific crisis as Indo China export restrictions tighten tensions. He warns hostile powers misjudging Japan face consequences and urges Thai neutrality amid fears of Tokyo moving against Thailand.
The August Dollar Day event in Sheboygan drew large crowds, with shops opening at 8:30 and closing at 6. Vendors showcased fall merchandise at bargain prices, including shirts, shoes, children's wear, and dresses. Out-of-town shoppers arrived by bus and car, filling downtown parking early. The event, held twice yearly, is sponsored by the Sheboygan Association of Commerce retail division.
German sources in Berlin claim American groups long seeking Martinique may seize on Petain's remarks to justify taking the West Indian island. They say Petain's assertion of France's new order and alignment with Europe earns praise abroad, while British press comparisons to Hindenburg and Hitler provoke annoyance. They offer cautious notes on Turkish intrigues but doubt their reliability.
Vichy leaders unveil a series of decrees to curb opposition while Admiral Jean Darlan takes full control of land sea and air forces as Petain seeks a new order. Petain vows to smash opponents and overcome distrust to open a reconciled continent.
Secretary of State Cordell Hull said he would await a full analysis from Ambassador William D. Leahy before commenting on U S relations with France. He declined at a press conference to discuss Franco German collaboration until Leahy’s reports arrive. It was noted the United States may act if full collaboration allows Axis access to French colonies in Africa, with Weygand’s position as colonial commander a key factor.
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