Nazi claim Doenitz named Fuehrer amid Hitler death rumors
Reported claim that Adolf Hitler died at a Berlin command post while U-Boat leader Karl Doenitz was named Fuehrer. The article notes Parliament’s weekly session and expected Churchill remarks, with foreign office indicating an upcoming statement in the Commons. It mentions Count Folke Bernadotte as the Swedish mediator in the surrender events.
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Churchill Holds Early Peace Hopes In Commons
London May 1 says Churchill told the House of Commons he might have information of importance before Saturday but did not state immediate peace prospects. He hinted a good news breakthrough and promised to inform Parliament if sitting. Public sentiment and the British Peace Association viewed his upbeat demeanor as a sign peace could be announced this week.
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Hitler dies in battle rumors swirl over Berlin death
London AP report quotes Hitler mortally wounded in his Reichskanzlei post as Doenitz is named successor. Skepticism grows in London with claims of propaganda myth and possible double. Russians insist Hitler fled. broadcasts pause as Allied tanks move toward Braunau. Ghost voice denounces Doenitz while crowd chants and songs play after the announcement.
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Hitler Legend Gets New Plot
A report from the Associated Press discusses the German radio declaration that Adolf Hitler has fallen in Berlin or may still be alive. The piece explores how Nazi leaders might use a Hitler death myth to shape propaganda, noting Doenitz’s English broadcast and mentions Himmler’s surrender efforts.
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Patton Drives Through Braunau to Munich and Salzburg
Allied forces surge across Southern Germany and Austria as Patton units reach Braunau and near Salzburg and Berchtesgaden. Seventh Army advances toward Innsbruck while Eisenhower commends Munich’s seizure. Elbe front forms bridgehead as Russians and Allies celebrate May Day.
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Plainview Day At Kansas City Stock Yard Displays
Plainview Texas youths exhibit cattle and lambs at Kansas City Stock Yards. 26 boys and girls show 105 cattle and 219 sheep and lambs. some stock delayed and not in today's market. Stock to go on the market tomorrow.
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Security Talks Speeded Before Molotov Leaves
In San Francisco on May 1 the United Nations Conference assigned Belgium South Africa Norway and Venezuela to four major commissions to draft a charter for a world organization. The lineup was approved and work begins with debates on voting rules yet to be decided. Molotov may leave for Moscow as Stettinius said no return planned, while Smuts urged big nations bear rights and responsibilities.
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Die-Hard Berlin Defenders Yield as Soviet Ring Tightens
German resistance in Berlin neared collapse as 14 000 Nazi die-hards surrendered to the Red Army after Hitler’s reported death. Soviet troops overran blocks in central Berlin toward the Reichstag while Brandenburg and other Baltic areas fell to Stalin’s forces. Red banners flew as the capital neared total fall, with Goebbels warning of outside reinforcements that failed to arrive.
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Denmark in turmoil as German capitulation signals shift
Reports from Copenhagen say Germans burn records and retreat from Nestved and Horsens while Danish police resume authority in Horsens and Aarhus. The Hipo Corps is dissolved, others go underground or join SS. A Free Danish Press service says Denmark’s surrender moves toward Allied acceptance and a Danish government will rise after capitulation.
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Texas Division Back in News
A wartime dispatch from U S Seventh Army reports troops of the 36th Division in Germany took Admiral Nicholas Horthy and his family into protective custody. They were found at a castle near Wilhelm an der Ammersee, about 25 miles southwest of Munich.
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Truman Not Promising on Safety at Home Visit
President Truman left the White House for Blair House at 5 30 PM and dodged a direct answer when asked if it was safe to go home for the night. Reporters noted war anxieties as he previously told them it was safe to do so. A separate dispatch from Manila reports 298 Mexican expeditionary air force members arrived to join the Fifth Air Force against Japan, including 31 fighter pilots.
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Weather summary for Amarillo area and West Texas
Weather outlook shows Wednesday and Wednesday night partly cloudy with little temperature change. West Texas remains fair through Thursday with small temperature shifts. Yesterday's temperatures ranged from 38 to 71 degrees, with traces of precipitation in the 24 hour period and long daylight hours noted.
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Congress Doubts Nazi Death Tale
In Washington on May 1 Congress weighed reports of Adolf Hitler’s death. Senators Johnson and Taft questioned the truth and its impact on Germany’s surrender and the postwar question of Doenitz. A body verification was suggested but significance hinged on Doenitz’s stance and overall German resistance.
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Judge Boyce Confirmed to Court of Criminal Appeals
Austin May 1 The Senate in executive session approved Gov Coke R Stevenson appointee Maj William Q Boyce of Amarillo as associate Justice of the Court of Criminal Appeals for the Seventh Supreme Judicial District.
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Allies Demand Death Proof After Hitler's Reported Death
London May 14 The Allies will demand to produce Hitler's body after Germany's surrender to confirm the Hamburg radio report of his death. Officials said decision on implications for peace overtures is pending. Doenitz named Hitler's successor may aid surrender terms. Churchill and American officials were notified. Britain's foreign office doubts the report's accuracy. Dental records and fingerprints reportedly on file to confirm identity if needed.
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Ohio
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Campaign for Polio Clinic Honors FDR in Amarillo
Organizations in Amarillo and the Panhandle join a drive for a polio clinic building honoring Franklin D Roosevelt. The Knights of Columbus gave 120 dollars to the Jo Roosevelt Memorial Fund, with the Amarillo Jaycees promoting a broader effort including a 1000 dollar pledge from Potter County for equipment. The North Amarillo Kiwanis Club pledged support, while a band concert at Ellwood Park led by the Army Air Field band will bolster donations as the drive nears week’s end.
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