Britain Faces Crete Loss as Axis Advances in Mediterranean
The defeat on Crete strains Britain’s position in the Mediterranean while the president pledges further support. Reports indicate the United States debates extending aid as allied efforts adapt to shifting balance of power in the region.
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Supreme Court retirement and World War II warfare note
The article recalls a Supreme Court retiree who was a state leader and twice a Supreme Court justice and discusses the Battle of Crete as a German victory with limited Italian aid. It notes British losses, shifts in warfare, and German air assault challenges during the Norwegian force actions, including misgivings about landing attempts.
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Postwar Debate Over Lend Lease Costs and Future Burdens
Burns argues minimal sunk costs from the lease-lend bill while Byrd presses for figures. He notes wartime aid total value in British hands amounted to seven billion dollars, and production was strong in year one but must improve. Some papers praised the President yet later criticized him for not delivering on promises.
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You Would Hardly Know The Old Joints Now
A collection of fragmented newspaper items notes fashion trends in Hollywood knee art and jawing about Mussolini. It mentions a man jailed for assaulting his wife and a cannibal tale from Papua involving in-laws. Overall, reflections on rapid civilization and ongoing war prep appear.
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Wealth is Built by Daily Industry and Frugality
A succinct adage asserts wealth comes from daily practice of industry and thrift rather than lucky speculation. It warns that reliance on wealth from others or luck tends to lead to bankruptcy, attributed to Francis Wayland.
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