Survivors say Carinthia fought U-boat before sinking
Survivors arriving in a British port recount the 20277 ton ship Carinthia resisting a German U-boat for hours after being torpedoed in the North Atlantic. The armed merchant cruiser exchanged fire as the submarine surfaced, then disappeared. Two Allied warships later arrived to aid the sinking liner, which went down after eight hours of battle and heavy seas.
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London
INS
Inez Carinthia
Carinthia
North Atlantic
Ushoat
Mnets
German Tank Columns Within 35 Miles of Paris
German armored forces pressed toward the Paris region with heavy attacks from Monsdiddier to Noyon and strong efforts south of Soissons. Paratroopers reportedly landed behind lines near Vauziers and were surrounded. Paris officials briefed the cabinet on the crisis as Weygand warned of a last-ditch drive toward the Swiss frontier and the Maginot line. civilians urged to aid defense efforts.
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Soissons
Vauziers
Rethel
Aisne
Champisgne
Paris
Ministry of Labor
Paul Reynaud
France
Hitler
Maxime Weygand
Oise
Forges Les Haux
Generalissima Weypland
Swiss
Maginot Line
Weygand
International News Building
Chateau Porciens
Chesne Populeux
Amieng
Breteuil
Boy Kills Father Then Shows No Remorse in Det Incident
A 14-year-old Sandy-haired boy in Princeton described to officers how he shot his 40-year-old father, McKinley Shrewsbury, after years of alleged beatings. Sheriff G H Crumpecker said the boy did not seem worried, and prosecutors anticipated a murder charge the next day.
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Princeton
G. H. Crumpecker
Desie Shrewsbury
McKinley Shrewsbury
Crumpecker
Union Mission Opens Camp in Abney Park
Union Mission opened its 21st summer camp in Abney Park with band music group singing and talks. Several score children from the nursery had already been moved to stay until fall. The ceremony, directed by Pat B. Withrow Jr and John Laing, prefaced the opening of facilities and picnic areas to the public.
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Union Mission
Abney Park
Pat B. Withrow, Jr
John Laing
Mission
Asthma relief remedy advertised by long-time maker
An old advertisement promises relief from asthma attacks with a full-size bottle of medicine from D. Lane at 1858 Lane Binz St. Marans. Lane claims 33 years of manufacturing experience and offers prepaid charges with a $1.25 trial if relief is found. if not, nothing is owed.
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D. 3
Lane
St. Marans
Norway's king orders troops to surrender amid confusion
A chaotic report outlines Norway surrender amid Allied advances toward Narvik and uncertain ceasefire origins. It notes German control of most of Norway, Allied withdrawals after failed Narvik and Trondheim actions, and rumors of peace terms between Germans and Allies.
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Norway
Narvik
London
North Sea
Trondheim
Dombas
Antalsnes
Namsos
Germany
Dagens Nyheter
Declare War Now Notables Urge U S to Declare War
Notables press immediate U S recognition of a state of war with Germany to mobilize resources for national defense. They argue that a constitutional declaration is essential to unite energies for the war effort and end neutrality in substance if not in name.
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U. 8
America
U. S
Germany
War Profits Tax Planned by LaFollette
The bill would raise federal taxes for individuals and corporations, cutting exemptions to 800 for single filers and 2000 for married couples, lift corporate taxes by 1 percent, raise excise levies and surtaxes to 100000. Senate action aimed before June 22 adjournment, with brief hearings anticipated.
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Finance Committee
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Congress
House
Allied Defense on Way To Paris Held Broken
Allied defense moves toward Paris are reported as halted yet elusive with German divisions pressing east of the Somme Qise sectors. The communiqué notes crossings near Soissons and Aisne and indicates additional German attacks elsewhere while the Luftwaffe bombs northern and southeastern Paris airports.
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Germany
Somme-Qise
Soissons
Aisne
Cemmunique
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Cail
Allies Call for 2000 Planes and Armament Aid
A news summary reports calls to rush 2000 Allied planes and munitions to support Britain and France. It cites Prime Minister Churchill’s assurances and debates in Congress over embargoes and domestic production shifts to meet war needs. It mentions Sen. Holt planning to push floor action and debates on utilizing industrial capacity for military ends. The piece notes President Roosevelt returning from a Potomac cruise as Paris battles progress.
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Urs
May
Japan
Calna
Sen. Holt
Dy W. Va
Hott
Develo
National Defense Commission
Potomac
Alexander Kirk
Berlin
Paris
Chassis less Autos Coming Meeting Told
The U S army ordnance division exhibited for delegates a light tank a senuiсer half track truck 7 mm anti tank gun 37 mm anti aircraft gun .80 caliber anti air gun and .30 caliber semi automatic rifle. Fuel improvements were noted as enabling a 70 percent power increase with safe piston displacement. Dr Robert R McMath discussed the Sun in Malin Pictures and a Glasgow naval architect described a rudder that lets ships turn within their own length boosting speed.
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Robert R. McMath
McMath-Hulber Observatory
Motors Mental Manufacturing Company
Haly Awaits French Defeat to Enter War
World War II era report notes Allies holding Snigsons while Germans advance toward Rouen. editor laments France’s abandonment and predicts France’s likely collapse, with Italy poised to enter the conflict soon. Troop movements and requisitioning observed as Italy, Australia references appear.
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Haly
Why life insurance lapses happen and how to keep policy
A column discusses why policyholders drop life insurance, from giving up after family needs end to financial setbacks and misgivings on first purchase. It notes insurers offer measures to prevent lapses and urges persistence, citing human nature and risk scenarios.
Soviet Moves on Moscow Rome Ambassadors Stir Europe
The dispatch reports Russian ambassador recall as protests in Rome greet Russia's Finnish war outbreak. Dr Rosso returns to Italy in January amid Goreljev talks while two allied ambassadors Cripps and Labonne head to Moscow. Pravda warns US entry would threaten Pacific possessions as Japan eyes Dutch Indies and the Philippines. The Dakotas derives from a Sioux word. Shanghai's rayon plant opens.
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Rome
Gorekhin
Moscow
Russia
Dr. Rosso
Italy
Becaus
Atlantic
Dutch Indies
Filippines
U.S
Dakotas
Sub May Transport Nazis to England
Continued report describes German plans to move parachutists and reinforcements to England via submarines and lake areas. New undersea transports reportedly carry 400 fully armed men with some motorcycles, while parachutists would use waterproof gear and rubber boots for Netherlands operations. Swiss frontier security cited as critical, with fresh German reserve divisions entering the Black Forest region and heightened fear of Italy’s possible involvement.
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Lake Constance
Netherlands
Tansport
England
Switzerland
Haly
Faith in France Inspired by Joan of Arc Canonization
A preacher cites the Christian mission behind France and Joan of Arc. He appeals to Catholics and Protestants to support French devotion, noting the enduring flame of Joan of Arc in French hearts. He recalls her 1429 Orleans victory, burial for heresy in 1431, and 1820 canonization by Pope Pius IX.
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Joan of Arc
France
Bullitt
Orleans
Pius
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