Tom Moses Named President Of Mine Inspectors Institute
BLUEFIELD June 1 Tom Moses the Welsh born coal veteran becomes president of the Mine Inspectors Institute of America on Wednesday. A longtime U S Steel executive he helped avert a prewar coal strike and shaped labor relations with big steel He started as a miner and rose through safety reform efforts and corporate leadership. Moses, born August 18 1869 in Audenreigh Pennsylvania, married 45 years with two sons Harry and George and a daughter Mrs Harpld Leverenz, has quietly influenced industry at key moments.
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U. S. Fuel Company
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John L. Lewis
Philip Murray
Arthur H
James
Pennsylvania
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Audenreich
Indiana
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Tucas
Iowa
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Mlinois
Keily Coal Company
U. S Fuel Company
United Mine Workers
Miining Board
Illinois
Harry
U. S. Steel Mining Companies
George
Harpld Leverenz
Danville
London Bombing Night Raid Totals In May
London reports first alarm in three weeks as Merseyside and northwest England suffer raids by light Luftwaffe forces. Three raiders shot down, several ships damaged, Britain notes 260 Luftwaffe planes destroyed in May across Britain and western Europe, RAF losses 87. Monthlong tally includes 156 night bombers. broader Middle East operations and Iraqi fronts accounted for in the period.
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South- Wear
England
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Europe
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Royal Air Force
Middle East
Iraq
Exposition Opens Today Bennies Brothers Show at Dunbar Road
Exposition arrived yesterday and opens on Kelley’s field along Dunbar road in North Charleston for a week through Sunday. Sponsored by the John Brawley Post of the American Legion. Hennies Brothers bring the entire show on double length railroad cars from Columbus Ohio. Capt. William Kemp and 12 thrill divers headline. Lorraine Wallace, fifth generation of the circus family, appears in Kemp’s show with her wild animal display. Free parking with special lighting and uniform attendants.
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Lorraine Wallace
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Seven Luftwaffe Planes Downed In Crete Action
RAF Cairo dispatch reports seven enemy bombers destroyed and others damaged in aerial fighting over the eastern Mediterranean during the Crete campaign. British fighters maintained patrols over ships, and German claims of destroying a destroyer were noted with no German losses. Parachutists were dismissed as ineffective as bombers and fighters expedited the Crete seizure, shifting focus to Iraq and Libyan operations.
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London
Suez
Bengasi
Promoting Loyalty to FDR and Individual Rights Speech
Ex Envoy Kennedy condemns collectivism and state supremacy while urging loyalty to Franklin D Roosevelt and the preservation of God given rights. He argues democracy requires respect for minority and personal rights, warns against erosion by mass state power, and calls for moral standards in public life.
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Neely Urges State Adopts Daylight Saving Time
Neely urges West Virginia municipalities to establish daylight saving time statewide. He argues a substantial majority favor the change and asks local governments and the public to act promptly to implement the time adjustment.
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West Virginia
Kilgore Urges Boys to Study Democracy at Kilgore Tells Boys Study Democracy
Sen Jey M Kilgore urged Jackson's Mill campers to study citizen duties in a week long Boys State program opening today. He warned of neglect by schools and universities, stressed risks of apathy and possible dictatorship, and noted 409 youths enrolled, split into Federalist and Nationalist parties with elections slated after setup tomorrow.
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Mountaineer
England
Congress
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D.-M Kol
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W. Elliott Nefflen
Charleston
American Legion
Britain Admits Loss of Crete to Germany
The British and Greek forces retreat from Crete after German Luftwaffe dives and machine gun fire. German claims say up to 10,000 British and Greek troops were taken prisoner, with prior estimates suggesting 40,000 to 43,000 defenders. Material and exact casualty figures were not released. Churchill was expected to address Parliament for further details on the evacuation and outcome.
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House of Commens
Crete Air Supremacy Said Ended in Crete
A spokesman described air supremacy over Crete as ended while noting American planes arriving in large numbers face teething troubles. British airmen reportedly had gun issues which were later addressed, according to the official.
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Crete
Holiday Weekend Toll Reaches 310
Toll figures show 310 deaths or incidents across multiple states including Ohio Pennsylvania Tennessee Virginia and West Virginia during the holiday period. Reports describe drownings miscelaneous incidents and traffic related events affecting travelers and emergency responders.
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Pennsylvania
Ben Dimoning
Virginia
West Virginia
Grim Debate on Defense Expenditures Splits Critics
The debate centers on defense spending with May arguing expenditures reflect progress while others criticize the record of funds spent. Officials outline a plan to spend about 40.9 billion in 1941 and 1942, noting monthly expenditures rose to 7.1 billion and stressing the need to accelerate this pace to meet the 27 billion target for 1941 and prepare for 1942. The discussion warns that diverting machinery from civilian to defense production has been too cautious and highlights the urgency of outpacing Axis advantage through enhanced material output.
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Nazis Mop Up After Crete Victory Report
Nazi forces claim 10,000 prisoners captured as mass airborne action aids Crete seizure. German high command cites Luftwaffe strength and Italian assault to encircle retreating British units, with Hierapetra and Cania ports falling amid severe fighting. Rome announces contact with German troops and pursues the British evacuation.
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Stud Fas
Army Blitz Maneuvers Prepare New Armored Divisions
The Army plans large scale drills with the 4th 27th and BMh divisions practicing interdivision tactics. Fort Benning hosts the Third week war games with simulated armament and real time command post exercises. The Seventh Army led by Gen Ren Lear coordinates three missions concentrating on communications and maneuver reality.
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Lack of Aerial Support Blamed for Crete Loss
In this Middle East port dispatch dated June 1, a wounded Imperio army sergeant from Maori New Zealand says without air cover their unit could not close with the enemy at Crete. He recalls fighting from dark to dawn and laments missing crucial aerial support.
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Pope on New Order of Life and wartime duties
The broadcast discusses a new order for life focused on using Earth’s goods while protecting personal rights and duties. It argues state intervention should be limited to when employers and workers cannot fulfill functions, and envisions peace and stability as the outcome of such a balance. The piece contrasts this with the harsh realities of wartime suffering and calls for mercy and aid to victims amid ongoing conflict.
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U S Seeks to Halt Truckers Strike
U S labor division and the Pennsylvania Trucks Association faced a five hour session with no agreement. The union pressed a 10-cent wage rise and a 40-hour week, while employers warned the cost could total $1,000,000 yearly. State conciliator Wigner would join talks as the strike threatened to disrupt shipments of munitions, glass, electrical and chemical materials and steel.
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Pennsylvania Labor Relations Division
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Pennsylvania Trucks Association
Gomi Halse
Scexany
Originaly
Joseph Kenny
Employers’ Committee
Moffitt
Robert ¢. Wigner
State Labor Department
E. Persinger
Maon
Bentree Man Killed in Route 19 Collision
Hierbert Mortis twenty four of Bentree died in a head on crash on Route 19 between Gayley Bridge and Belva at 11 20 Saturday night. Aubrey Mortis his brother and an unidentified Kentucky car passenger were seriously injured and remain in Laird Memorial hospital in Montgomery. A third car fled the scene. Funeral at Mallens Baptist church Beatree at 2 pm with burial in Morton cemetery. Surviving relatives include widow Inez son Carl daughter Barbara and several siblings.
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Mallens
Beatree
Thornton Bird
BL C. Hooper
Morton Cemetery
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Carl
Barbara Dean
Vero Morris
William
Arthurs
Evelyn
Emma Low
Betty Carroll
Appeal for Faster Aid To Britain Urges U S Action
Jessen’s forceful plea in London urges the United States to supply Britain with massive aid including aircraft, tanks, automatic weapons, and artillery. The push follows Crete’s invasion and aims to bolster Britain’s air supremacy and defend vital Middle East routes as Winston Churchill seeks decisive American support.
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Hughes May End His Career Today
Chief Justice Charles Evans Hughes's possible last session as he presides over the Supreme Court. The 79 year old plans retirement soon as the court adjourns for summer. successor likely General Robert H. Jackson. Key matters include appeals by Los Angeles Times and CIO leader Harry Bridges and flood control act validity regarding the Denison Texas dam project.
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U S Dedicates Largest Engine Plant June 12
The largest aircraft project under the defense program will be dedicated June 12 in a flag raising ceremony at Wright Aeronautical's Cincinnati plant. It will produce 1,000 Cyclone 14 cylinder engines of 1 700 HP monthly by mid 1932. The plant features a huge single story machine shop and assembly building spanning 47 acres.
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Fire Rages Across New Jersey and New York Harbor
Flames and thick black smoke spread for miles as a vast warehouse blaze near the Hudson drew thousands of spectators. Police cordons with 50 soldiers surrounded Fort Hancock while firefighters battled the flames and grain dust explosions sparked sabotage fears.
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