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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1941
Page
2
The text argues Syria should remain as a French trade base and that a strong stand could deter British attacks. It notes a potential postponement of clashes between British and French forces in the Mediterranean as leaders decide, while the masses observe. Democracy is sidelined, yet vigilance remains essential to liberty.
A reader laments democratic weakness and warns of totalitarian danger across the water. The piece urges action by We the People to defend liberty and resist tyranny, citing faith in constitutional rights and patriotic duty amid wartime fear.
The article argues Axis peace moves falter as Britain and the United States pursue a full war. It notes Britain’s stance, Roosevelt’s stance, and demands for continued American support while questioning the value of any quasi independence in Europe under Axis domination.
The Syracuse diocese celebrates Bishop Foery's jubilee with praise for his service to the church and community. Congratulations are extended to Msgr David F Cunningham and the former chancellor as he takes on the role of vicar.
Reports from Switzerland say Gen Weygand and Admiral Darlan clash over the French collaboration policy. Weygand denounces Darlan’s Syrian concessions and resists ceding territory to the Axis while defending colonial holdings in Africa and insisting on "la belle France" as the guiding aim.
In a tense Chicago Tribune column the AF of L council vows stern action to curb defense strikes and discipline locals and affiliated unions that refuse conciliation. It warns expulsions of the Machinists over a San Francisco shipyard strike as public opinion shifts against racketeering in labor. Browne and Breft face New York indictments for extorting employers in the motion picture industry, tying to Army film work and defense needs. Browne remains on the AF of L executive council voting for a self denying resolution on the right to strike.
In Washington on June 7 President Roosevelt urged action against Nazi propaganda, criticizing the absence of a dedicated daily coordinator. He noted rumors of peace negotiations and questioned why coordinated efforts to counter Nazi messaging were not underway, warning that continued delay harms Allied morale and undermines wartime resolve.
Roosevelt rejects Nazi interviews and propaganda aimed at sowing delays in American production and weakening British morale. The president stresses US resolve, warns against delaying aid to Britain, and argues diplomacy will avert active war while preparing for contingencies in the Western Hemisphere and Europe.
In a national affairs column Raymond Clapper notes rising labor unrest and public doubt over President Roosevelt's inactivity on defense. He cites a Pacific lumber strike led by G Orton of the Wood Workers Union and reviews the Labour Defence Verdict Board recommendation for back to work with pay, with wage questions tied to profits.
President Roosevelt urged moderation in the union movement amid widespread strike activity. Calls for responsible leadership came as CIO figures and other labor heads faced pressure to restrain disruptive actions threatening national needs and public confidence.
June 7 Wy Washington reports that steel industry capacity is only about 25 percent of total Army Navy maritime and other military needs and that expanding capacity would cost 9 to 12 billion dollars. The assessment, by Gano Dunn for the President, notes shortages threaten labor and materials even as defense estimates loom two years ahead.
The text argues steel shortages were overstated after WWI and warns against rushing to divert ingots from shipbuilding. It criticizes government targets as wasteful, urges better stock management, material substitution, and equitable production cuts to defend national needs without wrecking industry.
Congress probes a possible tanker shortage after wartime transfers. Oil firms moved 32 tankers of about 200 000 tons to Panama and Venezuela, now registered under fake flags. With only 199 000 tons total expected for Q3 starting July 1, a ship-recovery plan may be urged to avert fuel limits.
State Secretary Dean Acneson blocks a House resolution feared to reveal embarrassments about oil shipments and Japanese exports. Meanwhile Army plans project 550 light tanks by August with 144 sent to Britain, but concerns rise over cooling weapon performance and mechanized readiness versus German designs.
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