President Roosevelts Message on the Robin Moor Sinking
The President denounces the sinking of the Robin Moor by a German submarine as a violation of humanitarian principles and warns that yielding could lead to world domination by the Nazi regime. He asserts the United States will not yield and signals possible steps, though domestic opinion will guide any action.
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Roosevelt
United States
Svere
Congress
Hellani
Nagi
Herald-Journal
Essesmeil
Slavonic Committee For Democracy, Inc
Andrew Kalpascanieoff
New York City
Finland Faces New Test of Strength Against Russia
The piece recalls Finland's wartime resilience against Soviet troops in Arctic winters, noting prior losses and the cost in lives and territory. It argues Finns accept hardship with stoic calm, now mobilizing reserves and promoting cadets to officers while tightening troop movements amid evolving regional tensions.
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Finland
Dysiander
Russia
Belgium
Cenier
Exironc
Beograiphy
Ambassador Cudahy Describes a Changed Hitler in Berchtesgaden
John Cudahy, former U S ambassador to Belgium, writes for North American Newspaper Alliance about his Berchtesgaden visit. He recalls a frail, pale, exhausted Hitler with a harsh laugh and a look of fatigue, contrasting the man he once saw with the present menace to the Western hemisphere.
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Hiller
John Cudahy
Belgium
Nazi Germany
Jens
Adolf Juthe
Alliance
Berchtesgaden
Hitler
Hitler portrait haunts Cudahy interview amid war fears
Berchicsnsden interviews the dictator with Dr. Paul Svensldt, depicting a chilling, vigilant Fuhrer whose eyes burn with menace. The piece questions clairvoyant fears and the future of Germany as it shows a nation on edge before looming defeat. A separate note mourns the submarine O 9 accident and Navy reliance.
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Pot
Paul Svensldt
Tur
Hitler
Mr. Cudahy
Europe
Itale
Hinev
Fuehree
Ming
France
Gree
North Africa
Russia
Dairymen Support Defense Aid at Syracuse Meeting
The Dairymen’s Pledge of Defense Aid, representing about 30,000 dairy farmers, voiced patriotic resolve at the Teague Cooperative Association convention in Syracuse. President Fred Tt. Sexauer urged readiness to aid the cause, warning of inflation risks and stressing that farmers must endure higher prices and harsher taxes in a planned economy debate.
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Dairymen's Teague Cooperative Association Consention
Syracuse
Fred Tt. Sexauer
Washington
Pabhack
Vichy objects as Britain moves on French Empire
The opinion piece denounces Britain for planning to seize the French Empire, mocks Vichy criticisms, and notes growing French cooperation with Britain. It argues U S policy should not surrender French possessions and highlights concerns over German influence in Syria and Hemisphere mandates.
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VICHY
Ballteenre
Britain
Pappety
Ilite Jer
Ech
Pasdele
Hull
Fetain
Syria
Our Readers Viewpoints Calones and Whyt Musings
Readers send in a collage of letters and verse. Content ranges from reminiscences on vitamins and grandparents to a Slav committee appeal and patriotic notes. A poem about the Robin Moor frames questions on Nazi tactics and maritime policy, reflecting wartime anxieties and personal voices from Syracuse.
Liberty of the Press and the Measure of Freedom
Fragmentary line argues that press liberty defines or tests all freedoms, suggesting that without free press other liberties are hollow or moot. The text foregrounds press freedom as essential to broad liberty.
Ford Motor Company Signs Close Shop Pact
Washington June 2l The Ford Motor Company capitulates to government pressure by signing a close shop agreement making union membership mandatory after thirty days of employment. The move follows labor board pressure and political campaigns to withhold government contracts, with Henry Ford conceding to ensure continued operations amidst mediation talks with General Motors and others.
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Washington
Ford Stator Car Company
America
Volow
Memibersolp
Ford Company
United States
Auto Pioneer
Ublon
National Labor Relations Board
Labor Board
Sults
Sidney Hillman
Henry Ford
Henry Ford and the Closed Shop Debate Sparks Labor Clash
A long critique argues Ford’s new contract enshrines a closed shop and dues collection by check off, boosting union power and threatening open shop principles. It questions government stance, Wagner Act interpretations, and potential shifts toward a permanent labor-government alliance in America.
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Ford Rare
Ford
Yeats
Iiterests
Ford Company
Fleary Ford
Cnost
House Military Affairs Committee
Henry Ford
Tng
Abokt
Germany
Britain
War Offices
America
Wentyard
Labor Board
Congress
Roosevelt message to Congress on neutrality and reparations
President Roosevelt asks Congress for no new legislation and frames U S policy around demanding reparation for American losses from German actions. He likens the issue to freedom of the seas and signals the United States will hold Germany accountable, asserting a diplomatic path to future action.
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Wyashington
Tune
Robin Stoop
Roosevelt
Congress
United States
Bose
Germany
Tan
Roosevelt Message Signals War Threat Over Seas Rights
The article analyzes President Roosevelt warning Germany as an international outlaw over submarine warfare. It notes the speech to Harvard and congressional reactions, suggesting a possible push for authority to arm ships and enforce neutrality while warning of rail against German aggression. The piece weighs whether the message will deter further sinkings or push the nation toward war.
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Harvard University
Troosevelt
Prave
United States
Germany
Ags
Beorsvett
Congress
Sam
Roosevelt
Hitler
Kitgeria
Hugh S Johnson Praises Britain After Russia Warnings
Hugh S Johnson comments on the tense global situation noting Britain benefits from recent developments. He argues the potential shift could improve Allied prospects, reflecting on strategy and caution about future Soviet actions.
No Military Opinion In My KEN on Getaram Success
The i General Says there is no military opinion in my ken. H A L does not expect early Getaram success in any case. Fins land proved the Russian army is mosh, as this column predicted repeatedly. It cites Nepoleon’s empire and the grand army that marched to Moscow, noting supply bases at Dahay and Patend, arguing the remnant is not a real precedent but a warning for western Europe.
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Hembils Journal
Grandpa
Grandien
Grandos
Gramp
Fond Mchegan
Syracuse
Germany
Tiratel & Menure
High Seas
Welt
T Ihe
Atlantic
Antaate
Thera
Hal
Finsland
Pires
Ladhpestrom
Grand Armie
Moscow
Hames
Dahay
Patend
Europe
Uinet
Britain
Foland
John Bull
Pwn
Umbria
Chamberlain
Norway
Holland
Denmark
France
Hitler
Ukraine
B.S. Bansch
Break for Britain as Nazis Fight Soviet Danzig
Editorial commentary argues Britain should avoid entangling alliances and watch the Nazi threat, urging strength in military and economy while considering America’s role. It weighs appeasement criticism of Chamberlain and predicts Britain and Russia dynamics, with cautious bets on the President’s policy.
Merchants Armament Debate Reflects Past War Losses
The article discusses proposed arming of American merchant ships as war nears. It cites Navy use of armed transports and troop ships, noting fallout from misinterpretations and past submarine attacks that caused heavy losses. It warns that merchant crews could not withstand many torpedo hits, urging caution.
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Navy
Congress
Ted
Ruth
Plan to Arm U S Cargo Ships Shelved
Fragmented wartime notes describe debates on arming U S merchant ships and using destroyers to counter submarine threats before entry into war. The text mentions St Lawrence treaty politics, anticipated congressional action, Roosevelt and Knudsen leadership, and questions about U S tank shipments and equipment to allies.
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U.S
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