Canada Moves Toward Compulsory Service For War
Prime Minister Mackenzie King declared an emergent position of grave character and urged no delay in passing a compulsory service bill to conscript manpower and resources for war. He warned France's fate could invite German attack on Canada, and outlined overseas service with militia obligations for men under 45. Canadian forces have already arrived in Iceland, with 40,000 more recruits authorized and units slated for Iceland to defend against German moves.
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British air defense says two bombers shot down over northeast France
London reports the air ministry states British fighters shot down two enemy bombers over the northeast coast of France last night. Other dispatches note civilian casualties in Dunkerque evacuations, a Romanian cabinet resignation claim, and British wartime measures including oil stock levels and manpower expansion.
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Disappointed British Troops Vacate France
Reports describe the BEF withdrawal from France as thousands of British troops trek toward coastlines and ships, with French defenses faltering and leaders meeting to decide on continuing resistance. The scene includes evacuation ports, attacks by air, and the mood of soldiers and civilians amid retreat.
Safety Council Studies Lighting in Amarillo Ridethrough
Amarillo Safety Council reviewed street lighting near the post office court house and Amarillo Junior College after a business meeting. Maynard Drake reported conditions match the outlined concerns and urged community cooperation as the council prepares formal recommendations and considers a legal status ordinance.
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Kiwanians Urged To Make Reservations
Kiwanians planning to attend the Amarillo Country Club dinner dance Thursday night must reserve tickets. General chairman Lloyd Boxwell urged early purchases to help the club plan meals. Tickets cost $1 and are available from Joe Shields Ira Stephenson Glenn Miller and George Kercher. Rev Robert Boshen of Pampa will be the principal speaker during All-Kiwanis week linked to Kiwanis International.
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TWA Rushes Copies Of New Paper Here
Amarillo editors will receive PM, a radical New York newspaper, by air today. Transcontinental service rushes the first edition from yesterday to editors on TWA routes, delivered post haste by Vernon Gunn. The paper carries no advertising.
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Mother-in-Law Club Sets Meeting for Rally Plans
The local Mother-in-Law Club will meet at 9:30 AM Thursday in the Federation Club Rooms to complete plans for a benefit barbecue and candidates rally at the Tri-State Fairgrounds Monday night. Mothers-in-law are invited. president Mrs. T. H. Rodgers announced.
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Snippers Club Meeting This Afternoon at Millsaps House
The Snippers Club will meet at 2 o clock this afternoon in the home of Mrs Claude Millsap near Claude. Saturday night guests included Mr and Mrs Millsap. High scores were posted by Mrs Dee Fee who won the traveling prize and Mr Millsap. Attending were J D Dillard Rene Morrison Bob Rollins Francis Mc Cowen Narcisse Cranmer Mr Fee Renee Morrison Nancy Morrison Loretta McCowen.
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All-Day Picnic by SBA at Ellwood Park
The Security Benefit Association plans an all-day picnic Sunday on the west side of Ellwood Park with members to bring baskets of food. A monthly social meeting follows at Carpenters Hall Monday night at 8 30.
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Mexican president urges compulsory military service
Mexico City June 18 President Lazaro Cardenas tonight urged compulsory military service for Mexicans due to exterior dangers. He said a special session of congress will be called shortly to act.
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