Ultimatum to Lithuania Triggers Government Crisis
Soviet Union issues a demand threatening to justify Moscow’s control over Lithuanian territory. The Lithuanian government, led by Antanas Merkys, faces resignation pressures amid charges of treason and alleged plots to attack the garrison. The accord seeks mutual aid with Russia and accuses Lithuania of forming a hostile military alliance with Latvia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lithuania
Red Army
Soviet Union
Antanas Merkys
Russia
Latvia
Candidates Turn on Proposal Making Tour
Candidates clash over a mass speaking tour at polling stations as voters faced restrictions. The meeting, chaired by Woosley, saw disapproval of the idea and a split on when campaigns may host talks near the polls. Texas oil operators and producers are noted in passing with ownership shares.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iin County
E Pearson
Three Courses Of Action Are Seen For Hitler In Regard To United States
The article discusses potential actions by Hitler toward the Western Hemisphere after Paris fell. It outlines three possibilities: a large scale land sea and air invasion, internal fifth column revolts to open domination, or economic pressure coordinated with Italy and possibly Japan. It notes Open invasion seems unlikely soon and highlights risks of a long ocean barrier.
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Hitler
United States
Western Hemisphere
Italy
Japan
Norway
Denmark
Belgium
Hjalmar Schacht
Germany
Puehser
Nation of the World Passion Play at Wichita Mountains
WTON Okla June 15 predicts quarter of a million visitors to Lawton for Nation of the World Passion Play staged by a 3000 cast. Free admission, funded by local groups. three-night event on June 22 23 under the Wichita Mountain amphitheater with 61 tableaus and nightly religious music programs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wton. Okla
Wton
Okla
Oklahoma City
Hig Mountains
Anthony M Lleck
Lawton
Wichita Mountain Wildlife Refuge
Col
Art Goebel
Flier
Skywriter
Art
Blackburn Will Be Speaker at Mass Meeting
Demands for compulsory military training and unlimited aid to the Allies, short of men, are expected to be heard tonight at the county wide Aid the Allies mass meeting called for 8 oclock on the courthouse lawn under the auspices of the American Legion. Judge George P Blackburn will be the principal speaker. Other speakers may follow with brief talks as indicated by the committee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allis Imass
Legon. i
George P Blackburn
Com Millee
Booster Group Parades Through Bonham for Tomato Festival
Bonham, Oklahoma, hosts a tomato festival publicity tour led by Broken Bow boosters and band. The parade aims to draw 6,900 attendees June 27 with a pageant on southeastern Oklahoma history and about 200 McCurtain county participants. Cities on the route include Antlers Atoka Durant Hugo Denison Sherman Paris.
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Broken Bow
Okla
Bonham
Oklahoma
Texas
Antlers
Atoka
Durant
Hugo
Oxla
Denison
Sher- Man
Paris
Southeastern Oklahoma
McCurtain County
Deadline for Transferring School Students July 31
Parents and guardians may transfer their children from one school district to an adjoining district or closer available school to complete higher grade work. The county superintendent announced July 31 that students who finish the grades offered in their district may transfer to a neighboring district. Most transfers into Benham involve students who have completed work in their home district and seek two to four more years of high school.
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Boxham High School
Copisty Wat
Benham
Uvelr
Father’s Day Originated Just 28 Years Ago
The observance began in 1910 with Mrs. John Bruce Dodd in Spokane and spread quickly across the United States. By now Father’s Day is observed in almost every state, rivaling Mother’s Day in popularity.
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John Bruce Dodd
United States
A SMILE A DAY FROM FLOYD REEVES HUNTING ACTORS
Floyd Reeves, Buffalo talent scout, hunted for actors at the SPCA to refill his dwindling supply. He reported fleas dying from a mysterious epidemic while SPCA dogs reportedly had none. The piece weaves in political stubs about Harold Cook and a mock military recruitment display near a Philadelphia radio station. A Cleveland incident ends with a threat at a red light.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Floyd Reeves
Buffalo
Society For the Prevention of Cruelty To
Reeves
SPCA
FDR Promises U S Will Redouble Aid to France
President Franklin D Roosevelt pledges to “redouble efforts” to support Paul Reynaud as France faces German pressure. Reports note U S officials review wartime supplies and allied commitments while investigating alleged pro Axis activity and possible official collusion.
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FDR
Paul Reynaud
U.S
Queen Elizabeth Sees Victory In Spite Of Darkness
Queen Elizabeths London broadcast speaks of resilience and victory amid darkness. The monarch addresses the nation quoting wartime resolve and the strength of women and allied nations as Costa Rica quietly maintains an 800 strong army.
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Elizabeth
Costa Rica
Deadline Nears for Candidates to File Names
The text notes a deadline approaching for candidates to file names and undertakes a review of eligibility. It references primary selection, party ballots, and public notices with dates and locations to file.
Verdun Falls to German Army in Major Verdun Siege
German forces captured Verdun and the forts at Vaux and Marre as a vast pincer attack shattered the Maginot Line. Italy and Russia also reported advances in separate maneuvers while French leadership debated next moves amid calls of a collapsing front.
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Verdun
Maginot Line
Russia
Red
Baltic
Lithuania
Saarbrucken
Vaux
Marre
Prancs
Defense of Penetration Planned by Americas in an Economic Federation
A 1930s style dispatch outlines a plan for an American federation to defend against penetration from Europe. It discusses coordination among the United States and Latin American nations through a central agricultural organization. The goal is a closer economic tie and shared research in agriculture across Americas. Defense Page 4.
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Americas
Phed Bailey Washington
American Beienitic Congress
United States
Utecomerees
Roti
Fed
Colombia
Tugo
Uruguay
Vena
Bolivia
Guatemala
Nicaragua
Paraguay
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Camp Fire Guardians
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Louis FO Keemle
United Preps
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England
Europe
New World
America
Roosevelt
Blackburn
Central Committee
Uly
Harold Cook
St. Joseph, Mo
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Coas
Cqagk
Howard Hansen
Cleveland
Hansen
Timothy Costelio
Berlin
Joachim von Ribbentrop
Dino Alfieri
Itelan
Washington
Fall Meynaud
United Stats
Wimniljona
Heytaisl
Suse
Cora Sali
By Usreo Peeve
London
Prabeth
Praper
Gil Tewe
Pranté
Reemddin
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Bhat
Etotite
Jai Bordeaux
Albert le Brun
Paul Reytave
Gem Machmne Weygand
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Neris Ssid
Littwania
Theetas Crawford
Frage
Maton Crawford
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