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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1940
Page
1
Minnesota Governor Harold E. Stassen urged the Republican nation to lead with four fronts national preparedness fifth column defense domestic economic welfare and governmental effectiveness. He attacked new deal failures and called for decisive action while addressing a convention crowd in Philadelphia.
Bordeaux reports France officially surrendered after 46 days of Axis war. German victory terms imposed by Germany and Italy lead to a cease fire with France obliged to silent submission. Interior Minister quoted promising a future rehabilitation but France must endure occupation and consequences.
The program opens June 24 rhythm with 10 a m EST call to order by Rev Dr Paul H at the Lutheran church of Cockato Minn The session features singing of The National Report of committee on credentials followed by a recess and an address by former President Hoover Then comes the report of the platform committee and more proceedings
Philadelphia June 24 Harold E Stassen Minnesota governor urged Republicans to lead the nation forward on four fronts including national preparedness foreign policy and welfare government integrity He criticized the current Democratic administration saying it has failed the people and called for decisive action to advance Allied support while defining national interests.
Federal jury in Brooklyn found 14 young men guilty in a mass sedition case after 11 weeks of trial and 125 hours of deliberation. Judge Marcus B. Campbell thanked the jury for its long service as relatives filled the courtroom. Hoover, FBI chief, attended proceedings.
President Roosevelt invoked a World War I neutrality act to stop the sale of 20 torpedo boats to Britain. Attorney General Jackson’s informal opinion said the sale would breach the 1917 act forbidding vessels of war to be sent abroad with intent to deliver to belligerents. The move follows congressional criticism and diplomacy discussions at the White House.
More than 100 Red Air Force reconnaissance planes swept over Bessarabia near the Dniester as clashes intensified along the border. The region, long contested, saw increased Soviet activity amid the new communist regime.
A chaotic scene described as a delegate must bring shin guards and a baseball chest protector to a national convention. The report notes a man’s rough ride up six floors and a California moment involving a blond holding gifts amid confusion.
London reports waves of German bombers over the island, with sirens wailing in many areas. Bombs fell across southeast and southwest England and into Wales, while London experienced only searchlight activity and no anti air fire. Night workers and anxious residents sought shelter as the widest raid of the war day unfolded.
Japanese officials vow a stronger stance on British control and regional territory amid withdrawal of British interests, military forces, from the international settlement.
The United States pulls its envoy from Bordeaux as it weighs toward future ties with the Vichy regime. Secretary Hull cites possible recall of recognition and notes a French loan in London aimed at keeping organized resistance. Willem C. Bullitt’s communications to Paris are disrupted.
The French nation observes a day of mourning with flags at half mast and public venues closed. Interior Minister Pomaret urges silence as German forces halt fire and peace returns to western Europe amid border clashes in the southeast and Russian air reconnaissance over Romania.
Dispatches from June 24 describe Britain tightening blocks on exports to French held Europe as Allied leaders weigh the next moves. General Sikorski signals French exile unity while De Gaulle prepares continued resistance and a French fleet stake in future action.
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