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Threat of War: 1940 Gymkhana<\/h1>\n

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The building tensions related to the war in Europe were on display at the 1940 Gymkhana. Typically a day of silliness and revelry with sports contests and games showcasing athletic skills, the 1940 Gymkhana illustrated the more serious concerns that were prevalent in islander\u2019s thoughts.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Anti-Nazi sentiment was on display at the 1940 Gymkhana<\/strong>\u00a0<\/h3>\n

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\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Jay Connaway posing as Hitler.<\/p>\n

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DUCKING HITLER TEMPTS<\/span>
GYMKHANA MIDWAY CROWD<\/span><\/h5>\n

“Monhegan visitors gave a vigorous demonstration of their opinion of Nazidom Saturday afternoon when a ducking Hitler sideshow outdrew all other attractions at the Gymkhana midway. Jay Connaway, as Hitler on a swastika emblazoned rostrum, offered a target for ball throwers that tempted many to vent their feelings.”<\/em><\/p>\n

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Monhegan Press,<\/em> 25 Aug. 1940, p.7.<\/span><\/h6>\n

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Crowd gathered for Gymkhana events.<\/p>\n

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