Address by Roosevelt Warns of World Crisis and Axis Threat
President Roosevelt declares a unified national emergency and urges citizens to join in strengthening defense. He warns the Axis would impose a new order, with Germany controlling Europe and global labor, and calls for solidarity among the Americas to resist occupation and aggression. Continued on Page Two.
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Roosevelt Proclaims Unlimited Emergency Against German Threats
President Roosevelt declared an unlimited emergency and pledged active resistance to German efforts to control the seas. He outlined a dynamic defense against any attack while Congress split in its response and warned Berlin of the United States stance.
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Convoy plan to be clarified at Roosevelt conference
Roosevelt to hold a special press conference this afternoon to clarify the convoy issue as part of broader wartime updates. In Kenya Colony an entire frontline division and its commander surrendered to British forces in the Lokas area of Ethiopia. Berlin reports claim Germany tortured parachutists in Crebe amid feral charges. London tallies Axis losses at 561 ships totaling 2,873,000 tons sunk captured or scuttled since the war began up to mid May.
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London
Memorial Day Observance Planned by Veterans Groups
Memorial Day observances proceed with flag decorating of graves in Wheelock Beaverdam Concord and nearby cemeteries by Veterans of Foreign Wars American Legion and United Spanish War Veterans committees. A parade from the I V F W Home at 10 AM leads to city park exercises at 1 PM with Lieut Wellace Wellman delivering the address.
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Axis Forces Break Through into Egypt at Haleifa Pass
Axis troops in North Africa captured Haleifa Pass southeast of Salamy as German and Italian forces pushed east toward Sidi Bayani. The communiqué reports nine captured cannons, several armored vehicles, and other equipment with enemy casualties and some prisoners. Destroyer aircraft attacked camps and convoys in the Sullum area as British reports suggest Libyan border activity may be revived by Axis momentum.
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British Sinks Axis Transport Ships Off Libya
British admiralty reported heavy losses to Axis ships during renewed Libyan operations. An 18009 ton liner likely carried 3000 troops and was sunk. a 4000 ton tanker and a 5000 ton transport were also hit or sunk amid Italian escort. The attacks focused on disrupting reinforcements and supplies to Axis forces in North Africa. A separate note mentions Boland Sr undergoing ankle to hip amputation after infection.
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London Reacts to Roosevelt Speech as Global Reactions Pour In
London crowds cheered Roosevelt's address declaring a state of unlimited emergency. Berlin and Rome warned of war implications while Tokyo markets rose on hopes the speech would not derail Japanese relations. Mexican press called it a step toward active combat with officials awaiting comment.
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President Holds New Authority Under Emergency Decree
Washington May 28 Legal experts say President Roosevelt’s unlimited emergency proclamation grants broad powers to handle crises. The order could allow commandeering radio stations utilities and transportation priority to support munitions production, barring only a formal declaration of war.
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Washington
School Board to Fix Tax Levy Tonight
School directors meet to fix the 1910s levy and adopt the 1841-42 budget. The mill rate and assessments are expected to total over 166 400 dollars. The board will also appoint district officers and open bids for Lovelan Athletic Field fencing to proceed with immediate enclosure work.
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Steadman Pleads Guilty in Man’s Strangling
Mrs Ruth Steadman 26 pleads guilty to manslaughter in the strangling of her husband Robert Emery 26. Judge Vincent Brogna sentences her to 15 years in the women's reformatory at Sherborn.
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Sherborn
Boxing Commission Rejects Baer Claim in Title Bout
The District of Columbia Boxing Commission rejected Budry Baer’s claim that he was fouled by champion Joe Low in their bout last Friday. The panel upheld referee Arthur Donovan’s ruling declaring Baer the loser by disqualification.
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Joe Low
District of Columbie Boxing Commission
Arthur Donovan
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Two Die in Cottage Fire Near New Florence
In Westmoreland county a physician and his wife were burned to death when a gasoline stove exploded in a summer cottage at Ross Mountain Park. Victims identified as Dr. and Mrs. E H Monror vacationing at the cottage. incident occurred today. Also notes William Borsa of Columbus R D 1 discharged from Cory hospital after April 2 injury to right foot and subsequent treatment.
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Warships and Planes Search For Cruiser Fring Eugen
Fifty to one hundred British warships and numerous aircraft hunted the 10 000 ton German cruiser Fring Eugen in the Atlantic after the Bismarck chase. Planes from Ark Royal and V ictorious aided in the search while carriers supplied air support and crew.
Bismarck Sinks After Torpedo Hit and Last Messages
Berlin reports the Bismarck became unable to maneuver after a torpedo from an enemy aircraft on May 25, following the Hood battle. Admiral Letjen’s radio note says the ship and Captain Lindemann fell fighting to maintain token superiority and raised her flag before dawn on May 27.
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Chrysler Thunderbolt Premiere Draws Hundreds in Corry
Hundreds of motorists and residents viewed Chrysler’s Thunderbolt the car of the future during a three hour Corry visit. The sleek display at Clarence Wallace garage on First Avenue drew large crowds and included a 1934 Chrysler in running condition. Also noted is a safety incident in Alabama where cadets Slater and Stonis parachuted to safety after their Army plane collided in maneuvers near Benton.
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Erie
Pete C. Stonis
Kansas City
Benton
Man Charged With Arson To Defraud Insurance Company
Gerald Grover age 28 of Rust Branch was charged with arson for setting his 194Studeaker car on fire near Bart Branch to defraud an insurance company. He pleaded not guilty earlier and was held for grand jury. authorities say the act was part of a deliberate plan to collect on a claimed loss.
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Warren County
British and French Planes Clash Over Syria
French dispatches from Beirut report a clash between British and French air units over Syria. One British aircraft was shot down and the entire crew of the plane named Chena Murlin was killed. The incident appears linked to combat near Heliab near Aleppo.
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Cory High Orchestra to Aid Sparta Commencement
Cory High School Orchestra under William C. Knowlton assists at Sparta High School commencement. Student speakers Virginia Tubbs Dorothy Chelton Eleanor Rose deliver salutatory honor and valedictory speeches. Dr Pat Giddens of Allegheny College presents the main address Youth Ts War Torn. W McNary speaks at Columbus High School exercises on What's Wrong With America with speakers Donald Longuist Trene Lewis Helen Pondel Marie Schramling James Hammond.
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Virginia Tubbs
Dorothy Chelton
Eleanor Rose
Pat Giddens
Allegheny College
Extra Lyceum number offered at Senior High school
An extra Lyceum number was offered yesterday afternoon at 3 o clock for students of the sixth seventh eighth and ninth grades of Junior High and Senior High. Brownt and Meneley presented an hour long musical comedy featuring vibra piano saxophone and vocal numbers.
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Keleher Block Leased to Endicott Johnson Shoe Co
The Keleher block on North Center Street is leased to the Endicott Johnson Shoe Company for a new city outlet. The move will consolidate the existing Endicott Johnson presence with the adjoining block and is due for occupancy by July 1. Manager L J Booser of the Corry store will oversee the transition to larger, modern quarters and expanded stock.
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Eldred Bank Robber Held on Bond After U.S. Hearing
Edward Heem 29 was held for court on a 25900 bond charged with involvement in the 5311.70 First National Bank holdup at Eldred May 14. Witnesses including bank president Edward Drake testified at a U.S. commissioner's hearing for Kern about robbery and conspiracy. LeRoy Hurd testified Kern approached him on a McKean County farm after the hold up attempting to ask directions.
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LeRoy Hurd
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Corry Boy Enlists U S Base Force Sees Bermuda Florists' Dream
Corry native Fred Walsh writing from Bermuda describes the island’s beauty with palm lined hills winding country roads and gardens blooming in vibrant colors. He sends praise of the isle while stationed with U S troops fortifying outlying posts as part of a growing defense program.
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Berlin Reports Lines Broken Cane Captured
May 28 British resistance on Crete is crushed as Nazi forces seize the island capital Cane. German high command reports successful operations with mountain troops and paratroopers pushing British and Greek units, while dive bombing sinks ships at Suda Bay. Cairo dispatches note British withdrawals and renewed Axis supply escorts to the Mediterranean.
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