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Charleston Gazette

Location

Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jun 17, 1940

Page

8

Italians Tell Of Successes In War Effort

Rome reported that Italy’s land air and sea forces show promising results in fighting France and Britain. Four French planes, ten British aircraft and an Allied submarine were destroyed in various Mediterranean and African theaters. Genoa and Massawa aerial actions caused civilian casualties and damage, with one woman killed and eight injured in Genoa. Soviet actions in Lithuania noted as a concern by Fascists.

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War-time Dilemma and Italian Empire Ambitions Highlighted

The piece notes fears over a French crossing to Algiers undermining Il Duce’s Asian empire aims. It cites Tumulty’s remark that Italy’s emblem becomes a bird of prey after declaring war. It mentions Wendell Willkie’s covert efforts to win Dewey delegates through Alabama connections.

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Radio Legacy Bradley Debuts as Ranch Boys Soloist

Radio listings announce Bradley, one third of the Ranch Boys, stepping forward as a full baritone soloist on the Club matinee program at WGKY. The page also notes Byrd discussing Financial Defense on National Radio, Lupino guesting on Lite Willy Wood, and a 14th national 4-H camp broadcast from Washington with Farm and Home hour.

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At The Capitol Screenings and News Reel Highlights

The listing covers shows at multiple venues including The Capitol and The Kearse with titles such as Waterdan Bridge and Safari. It notes performances featuring Irene Dunne Cary Grant Randolph Scott and Mary Tate, plus Merrie Melodies, Smiley Burnette and Popeye. Stars include Jane Withers Gene Autry Carole Lombard and Ronald Colman.

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Goddard Astaire film clash shocks Hollywood gossip

Hollywood reports Paulette Goddard may quit summer stock to star opposite Fred Astaire in Second Chorus. Charlie Chaplin opposes outside work until The Dictator is released, citing contractual limits with Paramount. The piece notes Roosevelt defense buildup and rapid mobilization, with bets on future naval and air force expansion.

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Orphan Annie and Radio Hour Highlights Parade

A mix of program notes and performances. Orphan Annie appears in repeat. Several music acts and orchestras listed with times around 7.00 and 6:39. Includes Dancing Muses Orchestra, Reg Manpin Orchestra, Blondie and Dasgward act, and The Green Hornet drama segment.

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Tieless Joe to Be GOP Fight Center in Philadelphia

Ninety Six, South Carolina politician Telbert Talbert becomes the focal point as party factions clash over the South Carolina delegation to the Republican national convention. The contests committee meets to hear challenges to his slate while national leaders arrive to organize the Philadelphia gathering and consider the nominee’s acceptance address at Franklin Field.

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Swiss on Edge as German Advance Alarms Frontier

Swiss officials and military authorities brace for possible French refugee influx as German forces push toward Lorraine and the Maginot Line. Crowds of French civilians reportedly gather at the Swiss frontier seeking safety, while Switzerland notes under international law it must intern French troops who cross into Swiss soil.

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Dancing Music Orchestra Chronicle of 10:25 Broadcasts

A garbled 1920s style radio listing notes multiple dance music orchestras and broadcasts. Mentions Dancing Music Orchestra, Chiy Lombara, Ravinand swing, Sant American Women war news, Romance in Rhythm, News and Dance segments, and performers like Lanny Ross. Contains scattered program times and station references.

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Two Ocean Navy Talked By King On Broadcast

Washington June 16 Rear Admiral Ernest J King said a two ocean navy may be needed in the future to face Pacific threats and simultaneously protect the Atlantic. For now he urged concentrating on the present authorized build up and only then considering a two ocean or one and one hit navy. He noted that with the Panama Canal secure and ships able to move between oceans the nation could get by with a one and one hit navy.

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Rev Millard J. Miller to Quit in September

Martinsburg reports Rev Millard J Miller longtime superintendent of the Virginia conference United Brethren church will resign in September to become director of young people's work and Christian education for the church He will present his resignation at the annual conference in Keyser West Virginia and will move to Dayton Ohio after a new superintendent is named

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Fair Enough Continued Iray Page 6 Comment on Willkie Nomination

The Apposition has compiled material on the wartime economy and political prospects. It questions whether Willkie can persuade voters he would unleash money and free industry under capitalism, arguing the presidency should not be viewed as a single obvious choice during wartime.

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