Invasion of Holland Belgium Parts of West Europe Under Fire
King Leopold directs 600000 Belgian troops as Hitler launches blitzkrieg against France and the Netherlands. Queen Wilhelmina denounces Germany and Holland vows resistance as the Hague is reportedly occupied and battles unfold across Belgium Luxembourg and northern France. Allied capitals pledge relief while Goebbels defends the move.
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Holland
Germany
Netherlands
Hitler
Hague
Belgium
England
France
Nazi Planes Open War Across Belgium France and Holland
German bombing planes opened war on Belgium and Holland with widespread destruction and air base attacks in Brussels and scattered points in France. A bulletin reports 400 killed at Brussels air base as Hitler ordered his armies to spare open towns, but the order was soon forgotten. British and French headquarters in France say 7 German bombers were shot down in an attack on British air bases in France.
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Belgium
Holland
Brussels
France
Hitler
Red Cross
The
Hague
Wilhemena
President Roosevelt Calls Meeting With Military Cabinet
President Roosevelt ordered a 10 a m gathering of army navy and cabinet heads amid war news. Japan declared it will not tolerate any disturbance of the status quo in the East Indies, leaving speculation about U.S. stance in the coming hours as conflict intensifies.
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Roosevelt
Japan
East Indies
Japan's Rise and U S Response in Asia Declared
The article argues that America would act promptly against Japan if the Rising Sun flag advances into the Indies, signaling a decisive U S military posture and strategic urgency in the Pacific theater. It emphasizes the potential for swift action and broader wartime consequences.
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America
Japan
Indies
British Close Gibraltar Rumor Sparks War Talk
An unconfirmed early report claimed Britain closed the straits of Gibraltar to trigger war. Italy was seen awaiting a pretext, with King Emanuel troubled yet firm to stay out of conflict. Prince Humberto, head of Italy’s Northern army, had a royal marriage link to the Royal Dutch family. Correspondents watched Italian reaction as leaders reportedly knew little of any invasion.
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Straits of Gibraltar
Italy
King Emanuel
Prince Humberto
Swiss Mobilize as German Invasion Fears Rise
Swiss forces mobilize across the country amid fears of a rapid German invasion. Switzerland, a barrier between Germany and France, would serve as a base for operations if seized, prompting swift defensive readiness.
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Switzerland
Germany
France
Balkans Quiet as War Spread Awaits Hitler Action
The Balkan countries are considered safe for now but are viewed as the next targets once Hitler digests his latest territorial gains in Holland and Belgium.
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Hitler
Holland
Belgium
Mediterranean Tense Pushes Italy Into War Watch
The Mediterranean remained tense as observers focus on Italy and its next moves in the ongoing war. The question on everyone's lips is what Italy will do next and how it will affect the balance of power.
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Mediterranean
Italy
Mussolini May Decide Italy’s Role in World War II
The article discusses Italy’s potential entry into the war alongside Germany as France faces pressure on the Western Front. It notes Mussolini has signaled a forthcoming decision and that an Italian move could have greater impact if France remains engaged.
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Mussolini
Hitler
France
Italy
Germany launches western assault on France through Luxembourg
The report notes Hitler has attacked France in the west with nearly a million troops. The German move aims to flank the Maginot line by pushing through Luxembourg, challenging French defenses along the Luxembourg border prepared for any thrust.
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Adolph Hitler
France
Luxembourg
Maginot Line
Antwerp Bombed As Dutch Open Waterways To Halt Invasion
The Netherlands government reported severe bombing of Antwerp by German planes. Bridges along all streams to the interior were destroyed and flood gates opened to flood the lowlands, aiming to block invasion and protect waterways.
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Netherlands
Antwerp
Holland
Mrs Mayme Laird and Minnie Stedman Weekend Trip
Mrs Mayme Laird and Miss Minnie Stedman spent the weekend traveling through Aus tin and San Antonio suggesting a brief social excursion and local sightseeing.
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Mayme Laird
Minnie Stedman
Austin
San Antonio
Britain Names Churchill Prime Minister After Chamberlain Resigns
Chamberlain quit as British prime minister after a near fatal confidence vote and handed resignation to King George. Winston Churchill, newly appointed, forms a government. Queen Wilhelmina of the Netherlands narrowly escaped capture, parachuted into The Hague but Dutch forces retook the city. French troops pour into Holland and Belgium as German forces prepare to confront seasoned Allied forces.
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Nevile Chamberlain
King George
Winston Churchill
Wilhemena
Holland
Hague
Netherlands
Netherland
Notable WW2 air offensive and presidential address announced
On the western front a major air offensive unfolds as Nevile Chambelain speaks at 4 p m EST. President Roosevelt is set to address the nation at 10 30 p m tonight outlining war goals and mobilization efforts.
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Nevile Chambelain
Roosevelt
Grand Jury Finds Eight Felony Indictments In May Term
The May term grand jury, in session four days, adjourned Thursday at 6 pm after examining seventy five witnesses. Eight indictments are felonies and one is a misdemeanor. Merl Shockley charged with felony theft with $500 bond. Darwin Messer felony theft with $500 bond. George Smith Turkey theft with $500 bond. Arnold Erwin charged with two burglary thefts and one turkey theft has three bonds of $500 each. Dick Gunnels aggravated assault. trial moved to county court as district court lacks jurisdiction for such misdemeanor charges.
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Merl Shockley
Darwin Messer
George Smith
Arnold Erwin
Dick Gunnels
Gunnels
Mrs Sidney Stidham Improves After Major Houston Operation
Mrs. Sidney Stidham of Houston who had a major operation in Houston a week ago is reported to be improving. She is the daughter in law of Mrs. India Stidham and has many Cameron friends eager for word of her progress.
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Sidney Stidham
Houston
Stidham
India Stidham
Cameron
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