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Newspaper
Shiner Gazette
Location
Shiner, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1941
Page
2
Edward C Wayne provides commentary on the Nazi advance into Greece and Yugoslavia’s collapse, noting London raids as reprisal for Berlin attacks. The column reflects wartime sentiment and analysis in a Western Newspaper Union release.
After eleven days of fighting Berlin announced Jugoslavia’s army, about 1.2 million strong, had capitulated. London reported the worst air blitz of all time while British and American officials blamed faulty intelligence for failed aid plans and growing losses in Libya and North Africa.
Observers remained uncertain about Ireland's stance after the first bombing in Northern Ireland. The city and surrounding areas endured heavy bombardment during a blitzkrieg air assault with extensive gunfire and widespread damage.
The German advance from Bulgaria and Yugoslavia crunches the Greek defense, forcing a retreat from the inverted V line toward a straighter front. Salonika falls, Struma valley breaks, and heavy mountains test mechanized forces as British and Greek troops struggle to hold. Reports tie labor unrest to wartime economy, noting Bethlehem Steel wage boosts and ongoing soft coal and Ford negotiations, while a 30 day cooling off measure looms in Congress. Editor John F Arena is fatally shot in Chicago amid alleged fascist ties. a journalist recalls threats after interviews.
The article outlines long range Nazi strategy to secure the Balkans and Greece then pivot to the Mediterranean and Suez. It notes observers in Ankara and Berne predicting a pincers move from North Africa and the Balkans, with Turkey Iran and southern Russia as by‑products. It cites Stimson and Knox warning Congress of growing US exposure and possible wider mobilization, including draft age changes and relaxed criminal records exclusions.
About 2,500 members ages 6 to 21 of the Kips Bay Boys Club in New York take part in a Saturday night boxing event. The boxer with the most points wins a watch as a prize. The article notes padded gloves and minimal injuries.
New York profile of James F. Dewey as a conciliator highlighting his unorthodox habits and charm. It follows Sen. James J. Davis's mediation role and notes Henderson’s rise from Millville to national defense price stabilization and economic advising, detailing his early life and career path.
Instructions for creating a rug with stitch patterns, materials, and color schemes are provided. Includes illustration references and step guidance. The text ends with an instruction to send the order to the given recipient.
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