Expanding Regular Army Adds Two New Streamlined Divisions
The expanding regular army added two new streamlined divisions drawn from 36,000 enlistments funded by Congress lifting strength to 280,000. House action anticipated to raise to 400,000. Marshall plans a ninth streamlined division and a second mechanized division. Navy fleet expansion bill aims to 618 ships with 84 more fighting ships over four years, including three aircraft carriers and 28 submarines.
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Civitan convention urges steps to crush subversive groups
Civitan International in Birmingham on June 18 urged Congress to crush subversive agencies and groups that threaten the nation. The resolution also backs a national defense program and Red Cross relief funding. Don C. Rogers of Chicago was elected president, with J. N. Keelin Jr. of Atlanta and Leonard McKinnon of Flint as officers. H. Z. Hopkins of Atlanta was re-elected.
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Chicago
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Atlanta
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Flint
Mich
H. Z. Hopkins
Rural carriers delayed by trains
Rural mail carriers reported The Daily’s delivery delayed Tuesday due to a train wreck and trains being held up. Carriers asked that patrons be informed of the delayed in the regular delivery time.
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Market rally fades as gains vanish in New York trading
Summer session shows mixed action with initial advances in steels rails and other issues evaporating by close. Investors wait for Hitler Mussolini terms while British purchases and U S armament plans lure cautious buying. Transfers reach about 700000 shares. top bulls and dealers listed. hogs and sheep markets noted. Memphis and Chicago futures broad price activity reported with dull cottonseed meal and poultry prices steadier.
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France
Petain
Weygand
Markets at a Glance New York and Chicago
June 18 reports show steady early stock trading with a mixed bond and currency scene. Cotton and sugar hold firm amid buying, tin softens, wool prices ease. Chicago grain trends rise while cattle stay firm and hogs fall to about 5.28 per hundred.
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Chicago
Cotton futures rise on New York market front
New York cotton futures closed 10 to 14 points higher with gains across several contracts. Old July open 10.03 high 10.26 low 10.02 last 10.20. New July 10.27 10.28 10.27 10.44. October 9.17 9.42 9.17 9.34-35. December 9.05 9.28 9.05 9.22. January 9.07 9.09 9.07 9.11. March 8.80 9.00 8.80 8.94. May 8.66 8.85 8.66 8.79 Middling spot 11.03, up 14. Nominal.
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New York
Cotton futures rise on short covering in New Orleans
New Orleans on June 18 saw cotton futures advance due to short covering and mill price fixing. Closing quotations were steady with net gains of 12 to 15 points.
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Spot Cotton Prices in New Orleans Trade
Spot cotton in New Orleans closed dull and unchanged on June 18 with no sales. Prices were low middling 10.00 cents, middling 11.00 cents, and good middling 11.45 cents. Receipts totaled 4 504 and stocks stood at 605 524 bales.
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Cottonseed Oil Prices Steady In New Orleans Market
In New Orleans on June 18 the market closed steady for cottonseed oil with bleach able prime summer yellow at 6.00N, prime crude July at 5.49B, and futures for September 5.63B, October 5.64B, December 5.70B.
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Average price for middling cotton rises in New Orleans market
In New Orleans on June 18 middling cotton prices moved higher by about 16 points to 10.70 cents a pound for middling and 7-8ths at 10.51 cents, the average of the past thirty market days. The 10.08 cents past thirty day average is noted for comparison.
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Nashville Livestock Market Report Summary
U S Department data from Nashville Tennessee shows salable cattle 125 with calves 150. Market mostly steady with grassers slow dry fed cattle active. Limited good heifers and yearlings fetch 6.50 to 7.50 with some to 8.50 in meatier lots. Common and medium beef cows 5.25 to 6.00, calvers and cutters 3.60 to 5.00.
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U. S. Dept. Agri
Battle in World War II Front Push Advances to Swiss Frontier
Berlin reports German spearheads breached toward Dijon and Autun 150 to 175 miles southeast of Paris as tanks reach the Doubs and Jura. The southeast push nears the Swiss frontier with Maginot forces said to have escaped the trap. French fears rise over possible Italian demands for Corsica Savoy and Nice.
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Three Slightly Injured In Crash Reported In Decatur Area
Gilbert Fuller and A. L. Mardis of Decatur route 1 were treated at Benevolent Society Hospital after their car went out of control and struck a telephone pole at Ninth street and Twelfth avenue east. They were taken to the hospital in a Brown ambulance for minor lacerations and bruises.
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Decatur
Benevolent ‘Society Hospital
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Twelfth Avenue
Northern Ireland Sticks With Britain to the End
Prime Minister Lord Craigavon told the Commons Northern Ireland would remain with Britain. He pledged full measures to defend against invasion and make Northern Ireland as safe as possible with British forces and cooperation.
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Medwick Knocked Out By Bowman Pitch
Outfielder Joe Medwick, recently acquired by the Brooklyn Dodgers from St. Louis, was knocked unconscious by a pitch from Bob Bowman in the first inning. Medwick was carried off on a stretcher as Dodgers protested a potential intentional beaning and umpires intervened.
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Munich Revisit of 1938 Pact Echo as Leaders Meet
Clashes of a past crisis reappear as Adolf Hitler and Benito Mussolini convene at the Fuehrerhaus and Prinz Karl Palace amid massive crowds. Von Ribbentrop escorts Mussolini. both leaders parade through throny streets before talks begin.
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Canadian Forces Landed in Iceland
The first contingent of a Canadian expeditionary force has landed in Iceland, announced by Prime Minister W L MacKenzie King in the House of Commons. Iceland has been occupied by British forces since May 10 as Hitler advanced into the Low Countries, with London signaling withdrawal at war’s end and Canadians expected to replace British troops for other duties.
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London
Alabama Senate Approves Sliding Scale Unemployment Tax
The Alabama Senate with one opposing vote approved a plan to place unemployment compensation taxes on a sliding scale to reduce payments for many employers and employees with long records of stable work.
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Services Set for Cecil McKnight
Cecil McKnight 42 died at his Steubenville Ohio home after a two month illness. Services will be at 1 30 p m Wednesday at his parents home 403 Prospect Dr Decatur with Rev L Archibald officiating. Burial Rose Hill Fayetteville Tennessee. Survived by parents three brothers two sisters and extended relatives.
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Sheyboygan
Wisconsin
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Columbia
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Sheboygan
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Gadsden
Public Works Bill Increases 1937 38 Authorizations
The fidency bill would raise total authorization for public building construction from 130 million to 133.5 million dollars. Officials note no additional appropriations would be needed under this item before 1942.
United States moves to counter rise of Nazi power in the Americas
Washington reports the Senate approved a nonreferential measure to prevent transfers of western hemisphere colonies, pledging consultation with American republics if such moves occur. The administration plans to expand the fleet by 1944 and to launch a Pan American trade cooperation to curb Nazi influence, possibly via a large subsidized export-aggregation entity.
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Allen accuses Roosevelt of incompetent observers in Germany
In a House floor speech Allen argues President Roosevelt mishandled Germany by relying on inadequate observers or failing to alert the nation. He cites 72 U S officials in Germany including military attaches and warns the administration bears responsibility for a woefully unprepared United States.
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Decatur Notes Highlight Local Church and Civic Goings On
Mid week prayer service at Central Methodist in the ladies parlor led by Rev. R. L. Archibald. Miss Aileen Byers ill at Benevolent hospital. Delegations and ministers travel to Talladega and Montgomery for meetings and legislation. Local officials and families visit, entertain, and move between Decatur and nearby towns.
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First Methodist Church
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Roosevelt Criticism Sparks War Hysteria Debate
Rep Fish denounced the administration for steering the nation into dangerous policy and failing to show courage. He ridiculed a cabinet plan for an economic cartel to control Western Hemisphere product sales as a crackpot New Deal experiment and accused Roosevelt of inflaming war hysteria with his speeches.
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Churchill Speech Outlines Britain’s War Status and France Losses
Churchill tells Commons Britain can face invasion with large forces and dominion troops. He notes 350 000 of 400 000 BEF back in England, 1 250 000 under arms, and dominion armies here. He argues only three British divisions remained in France, Dunkirk loss, and calls for unity and continued demands for allies.
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Decatur Aero Club Meet At Percy Warner Park
Eight members of the Decatur Model Aero Club will compete in the third annual Model Airplane meet at Percy Warner Park Nashville Sunday starting 9 a m. Contestants include James Wallace Couch Johnny Howell John Howland James Argend F a Sheehan James E Wright instructor Don McKibben and Frank Longino Jr Entries will cover rubber powered korda and gasoline models Prizes include a Chicago bound trip for the top internal combustion winner and a gold bronze airplane trophy silver medal bronze and a magazine subscription for other top placements.
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Nashville
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Secordd
Locomotive wreck halts lines in Birmingham and Decatur
Engineers Wilson and Boarman oversee the scene after a wreck blocks the L N main line between New Orleans and Cincinnati. Northbound trains 4 and 8 held in Birmingham, southbound No. 7 turned back, and Pan-American routes diverted via Chattanooga. Mail service disrupted south of the wreck with rerouted late mail and adjusted carrier schedules.
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Hale County Population Decline Shown in Census Figures
Hale county records a net loss of 465 residents over the decade, with 25 600 people in 1940 down from 26 265 in 1930. Greensboro the county seat grows 18 percent, while Moundville also rises. Akron and Newbern show declines.
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Churchill forecasts major British defense mobilization
Prime Minister Churchill outlines Britain's defense plans to deter invasion. He notes most troops have been withdrawn from France, boasts strong mine field defenses, and promises large future weapon and manpower additions while keeping civilians at work. He warns invasions would need vast sea transport of hostile armies.
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