U.S. Consulates Brace for Closings Across Europe
Berlin officials report Germany plans to close its borders to U S and allied interests, prompting the shutdown of U S consulates in Germany and seven occupied European nations. Officials warn thousands of Americans abroad may face travel and citizenship uncertainties as Italy also orders closures.
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Finland braces for war as mobilization alarms extend border
Reports from Bellinell indicate Finland enacts civilian protection measures and recalls reservists amid fear of a Germany Russia war. Officials pledge actions to safeguard food supply as British actions worsen self sufficiency. Evacuation urged for city residents to the countryside while authorities monitor strategic supply lines. Ammonia leak at Western Light and Telephone Co blankets town of New Kensington, prompting evacuations and tears among residents.
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Roosevelt Drafts Special Message to Congress
President Roosevelt prepared a special message to Congress focusing on a phase of foreign affairs, with the exact subject matter not disclosed. Secretary reports indicate the message will be presented in the near future and discussions include consultations by telephone with key aides and officials.
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Oldest U S Sub Back in Service After Squalas Sinking
Portsmouth June 20 The Navy said one of its oldest submarines the O 9 was recently brought back into commission after a long dive off the Shoals where the Squalas sank two years ago with 26 lives lost. Admiral Wainwright reported the craft diveing in 270 feet of water as rescue ship Falcon stood by. The O 9 normally carries two to four officers and 40 men. Diving gear was being rushed from Washington Navy Yard as Admiral Gy wards to New London, Conn, took charge.
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surtax plan would raise over a billion in new revenue
The House Ways and Means Committee tentatively approves a graduated individual income surtax system and a sharply higher corporate excess profits levy. Thousands who earn $3,000 would still face surtax due to the non deductibility of the earned income credit. The plan targets about $1.055 billion from individuals and $1.259 billion from corporations.
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Timely rescue saves man from gas fumes at rooming house
Walter Ross age 38 narrowly escaped death after a heater gas jet flooded his room at 122 East Main Street. Fellow roomer Thomas Gourneen urged him to bed, sparing a fatal outcome. Ross, a city street department worker, was revived by Patrolman Glen Dickson and rushed to Corry Hospital where he is recovering.
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Strikers End Four Day Walkout At McKeesport
McKeesport Pennsylvania June 20 Striking municipal workers ended a four day walkout after accepting city terms A CIO leader said the workers would return to duty and receive wage increases of 6 4 and 10 percent across classifications The city plans further increases for the lowest paid workers and to clean up accumulated garbage and rubbish under supervision of Councilman Ben Rosenberg
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Traffic count under way at Corry railroad crossings
Harrisburg reports the Public Utility Commission noted Corry’s claim that Center street First avenue and West Wayne street grade crossings over the Pennsylvania and Erie Railroads are inadequately protected. The city seeks 24 hour watchman protection as current coverage runs 12 to 16 hours. A conference with railroad executives awaits traffic data showing recent increases in vehicular and rail traffic.
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Moley Demands Democracy Be Retained Here
Original Roosevelt brain trust member Raymond Moley spoke to 400 Pennsylvania oil producers and Grain Association delegates in Bradford stressing private enterprise as essential to production. He warned a possible economic shift if war comes and urged a restoration of free enterprise rules after any national emergency. In Pittsburgh, WPA project starts in western Pennsylvania were approved by WPA Administrator Philip Mathews except for vital defense work.
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Go Slow Warnings Issued To Motorists Buying Tires Gas
Washington June 20 an official go slow warning was issued for buyers nationwide gasoline users on the east and electricity consumers in the southeast. Defense officials ordered a reduction in civilian rubber use as imports from the East Middle Atlantic states. The Federal Power Commission urged daylight saving as hydroelectric power is reserved for aluminum production. Tankers moved from domestic runs to rush shipping, prompting fears of possible gasoline rationing until mid continent imports arrive.
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Explosion kills man on small sloop Sea Toy near Stonington
Explosion aboard the small sloop Sea Toy six miles off Stonington, Conn, last night killed Paul Soeffing, 34, of Philadelphia, and injured two companions, James Glenn and William Plackter. The dead man’s body was found in wreckage. Senator Ben Harrison underwent intestinal obstruction surgery after a bedi hight episode in Washington.
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Washington Holds Break London Expects Blow From Berlin
Associated Press report from Washington indicates U S and Allied leaders anticipate a German push toward Britain, with London predicting a sharp action after a Moscow deal. Britain weighs aid to Soviet Russia while the United States weighs possible support. Fortified by implied deadlines, Berlin and Rome near a joint move as Allies monitor the European theater.
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Men Under 40 Ordered Off Relief Rolls
Harrisburg June 20 Pennsylvania county relief offices ordered to remove all unattached able bodied individuals between 20 and 40 from state relief rolls on July 16. About 6 000 persons affected. State Board of Public Assistance says this follows a review of employment conditions and county boards experience. A total of 256 522 persons now receive state relief. The board directs an appeal to county boards with an exception for those unable to work due to disability or lack of suitable employment.
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Erie Man Dies After Gasoline Fire Burn Injuries
Rainey Hol of Erie died in a city hospital ten days after being badly burned while attempting to quench a small gasoline fire. The incident occurred in Erie, Pennsylvania, with authorities stating he succumbed to injuries sustained during the blaze.
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Attempt to Suffocate Erie Infant
Erie infant Lowell Bayt seven weeks old was found with signs of a struggle on the Hart family porch. A man described as Martin and associates reportedly tried to suffocate the child. Mrs Hart and Dr Gilford Hickox examined the infant, noting facial and neck injuries and a large handprint.
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One Youth Sent to Reformatory For Jamestown Theft
Two Jamestown youths involved in stealing a Jamestown car and abandoning another vehicle near Erie face police-led searches. One youth has been sentenced to a New York state reformatory, while the other remains in custody awaiting criminal prosecution. They reported abandoning Gerry Mann’s car after it ran out of gas, near Route 6, and fleeing toward Conneaut.
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Hitler May Solo Russia Real Riddle of War Strength
Adolf Hitler would face the Red army’s true strength if he attacked Soviet Russia. Estimates vary from 2,000,000 effective troops to 5,000,000 in full mobilization. Questions loom about equipment, rail logistics, air power, and morale amid Soviet reforms after 1939 40.
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Moscow Expects No War Move Says Soviet News
Moscow dispatch notes no outward hint of invasion by Soviet Russia yet the government via Ivestia states the enemy will not cross the forbidden boundary. The report emphasizes vigilance across forests steppes mountains and coasts as tensions persist.
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State police chief ends leave of absence policy
Harrisburg June 20 Associated Press. Commissioner Lynn G. Adams bans further leaves of absence without pay for Pennsylvanian state policemen amid raids and internal investigations. He cites disruptive sabbaticals and says officers must remain on duty, with focus on maintaining professional standards and public safety.
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