16 May 1941
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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1941
Page
1
Fragmented report describes Nazi land and air movements toward Syria and Iraq from positions in Libya and Lebanon. British and French authorities debate Vichy loyalties as German forces reportedly deploy through Syria with French escort and potential air base usage.
British air forces attacked Hannover and Berlin as part of raids reported by diplomatic sources. The front with Syria and Palestine was tightened after British strikes closed the Syria Palestine frontier. Military officials announced a May 22 call for men born 1885 to 1916 not yet drafted.
Fragmented wartime dispatches describe Nazi plans and allied responses across the Mediterranean. British forces hold positions in Transjordan under General Wilson while Soviet volunteers reportedly assist Iraqis against Britain. Air raids target Iran and Iraq, with planes shot down and convulsed activity near Mosul and Rutba. A missionary tied to CHINA operations and Axis air activity features in separate items amid broader combat reports from Crete and northern Europe.
British air defences repelled raids across the Mediterranean. Reports say German and Italian attacks struck near Crete and harbours in Svatland and Luca airport. In Malta air action continued with damaged ships and ground facilities. A separate note mentions a school art exhibit scheduled for May 20 at Schoo Sterdamme and county clerk Victor Co Lavi encountering straw hat publicity.
Local economies report rising living costs in Boston and Buffalo amid inflation pressures. Analysts note housing, groceries, and transportation contribute to the buildup, with consumers adjusting budgets while urban areas see varied wage responses.
May 15 Ankara reports Iraq Defense Minister Madji Shefket met with President Ismet Inonu for an hour as Iraq seeks mediation from Turkey in the conflict with the Drifish. A spokesman said no settlement basis had yet been reached and Turkey continues mediation efforts.
Scores of French officials in Syria resign over Vichy's proposed collaboration with Germany. Gen Henri Dents, high commissioner, reportedly told German sources he would act only under direct orders from Vichy. The move sparks consternation among influential Syrians as reports of German violations mount and refugees reach Palestine via Transjordan.
Greene May 16 Rural Life Sunday will be observed in Greene by a union service at the Methodist Church Sunday at 7:00 PM with 4-H Clubs taking part in the service. Rev. C F Bound, pastor, announces that all rural civic groups Farm and Home Bureaus and allied organizations are invited to join.
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