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Newspaper
Charleston Gazette
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1940
Page
1
London June 14 AP The British government pledged to continue aiding France with all resources in the sacred union of two nations. The message honors French fortitude, vows ongoing struggle at home at sea and in the air, and declares resolve to keep France safe until Nazi domination ends and civilization is free.
Italy fought air and sea actions across six zones tonight as King Vittorio Emanuele urged mobilization for justice and independence. Turin suffered 14 dead and 29 wounded from bombing, mostly civilians including 17 women. 10 dead reported in Ethiopia. At sea, two ships torpedoed amid ongoing hostilities.
A colorful line from Willie Willis contrasts daytime and nighttime outbursts, hinting at consequences of misdeeds. The remark suggests a child’s fear of maternal anger and the metaphorical idea of a 'tight globe' burning out.
Ankara reports Turkey and Germany signed a trade accord amid Turkish non belligerent ties to France and Britain. The 21 million Turkish pound exchange pact sparked diplomatic puzzle over Turkey's Axis stance as Mediterranean shipping fears rise. Egyptian bases pledged aid to Britain. Page 19 continues.
Berlin reports Adolf Hitler praising the Norwegian campaign as finished and a "victory in the north" after destroying 144 enemy warships and transports. He says the English blockade is broken and Germany now controls a strategically vital flank facing the east coast, crediting soldiers for meeting extreme demands.
The state audit shows Charleston began the current fiscal year with a deficit of 154000 and alleges overestimated receipts and under-estimated expenditures. It criticizes budgeting practices and notes failure to publish a required financial statement, urging compliance with annual reporting laws.
London reports war spreading widely with fighting in Europe and Africa and Asia. Arabs are killed in an Aden air raid as bombings extend across regions. Graf Spee is chased into Montevideo harbor after pursuit along the South American coast. South America remains technically at war through Dutch, British, and French Guianas.
The State Department disclosed that Ambassador William C. Bullitt in Paris notified the German government that Paris was an open city and that French military forces were withdrawing at the request of France.
London June 14 officials of the British Broadcasting Corporation denied an American report that it quoted Premier Reynaud as saying Paris had fallen to Germans. BBC said it only aired an English version of Reynaud's speech and did not mention occupation.
An official broadcast urged all able persons to leave Alexandria immediately as the feared danger loomed. The directive came amid escalating tensions and the rapid spread of adverse conditions prompting mass movement from the city.
Paris faced a rapid German push toward Versailles as Allied leaders met. Premier Reynaud appealed to President Roosevelt for aid while Britain pledged heavy support to bolster retreating French forces. The French government signaled Paris would not be defended to prevent its destruction.
Washington June 13 Unanimous senate approval of a 50 million dollar appropriation for Red Cross relief among Allied lands homeless civilians. A block of senators reportedly plans to oppose direct military equipment transfers to Britain or France. Congress expected to stay in session longer with leaders urging no adjournment while European crisis persists.
France's Premier Reynaud makes a final radio appeal for democracies to oppose Nazi Germany. A White House statement says everything possible is being done, fueling speculation of a U.S. war declaration. Early notes delay in official comment pending further dispatches.
Mrs. Roosevelt echoed President Roosevelt urging full Allied support short of war. She said the United States should send airplanes guns and other equipment even if it creates a domestic shortage.
Berlin reports indicate Paris will not be defended as Germany delivers an ultimatum while German troops push into the northern and northwestern suburbs. German advances drive wedges across the Seine and cross the Marne near Chateau Thierry as Charons Sur Marne near 90 miles east of Paris, Reims already fallen and Chalons taken.
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