British Roosevelt powers showdown in Congress
June 4 report shows sharp opposition to War Department plan to grant President Roosevelt unprecedented authority to seize or control property for defense. Senator Wheeler led critics arguing the bill threatens individual rights and could empower a totalitarian state, while House and Senate leaders weighed expediency and wartime needs.
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War Department
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Wilzom
Wheeler
Montana
New York
Office of Production Man
Pressert
Hitler
Mussolini
United States
Dr Gage Speaks On Barbarism Challenge To Youth
Dr Harry Morehouse Gage president of Coe College addressed the Huron College graduating class urging vigilance against barbarism in totalitarian nations. Nineteen seniors received bachelor’s degrees at the ceremony which drew undergraduates faculty trustees alumni and townspeople. The event marked the first public appearance of Dr George F McDougall as the new Huron College president.
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Gage
George F. MccDougall
Cedar Rapids
McDougall
Trinidad
Colo
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Reception for Baptist Minister in First Baptist Church
A formal reception honoring Rev. and Mrs. Barton of Sioux Falls is set for tomorrow night at First Baptist Church. Rev. Longfellow recently arrived in Huron and assumed duties as new Baptist minister on June 1 after graduating from Northern Biblical Seminary in May and marrying Miss Jue of Challenge. The program will feature special music and other selections with all church members and friends invited.
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Huron
Northern Biplogical Seminary
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Gage Honored With Doctor of Letters at Huron College
Dr. Harry Morehouse Gage former college president 1913 to 1920 was awarded an honorary Doctor of Letters at Huron College 55th commencement today. President George F. McDougall confered the degree after Judge A K Gardner lauded Gage’s service to Christian education. surprise announcement drew a standing ovation.
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City Board Holds Routine Session in Huron
Huron city board of commissioners disposed of routine business and discussed various topics without decisive action last evening. The panel continued to mark time on sewage plant improvements as noted in the session.
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Fear Sabotage In Bomber Crash
SAN DIEGO June 34 British Liberator bomber crashed into San Diego Bay during takeoff from Lindbergh Field killing a navigator and injuring others. FBI and company agents probe sabotage amid recovered wreckage and missing pieces. Consolidated Aircraft officials cite possible sabotage as a factor in the loss of the plane and the crew.
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Woodstock
William A. Reiser
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Chester
Alan T. Austin
Kansas City
Bruce Craig
Chicago
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War Today on France Defeat and Ongoing Conflict
The piece portrays France trapped in the broader war despite military setbacks. Written by Fred Vander Schmidt in MacKenzie’s absence, it argues France cannot escape participation as Axis pressures intensify. Zombies metaphorically hint at the deadened state of defeat and ongoing struggle.
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Fred Vanderschmidt
Veto Threatened On Bill To Finance Farm Parity Loans
Washington June 3 Roosevelt opposed to minimum price legislation seeks alternative from Edward A O Neal head of American Farm Bureau Federation. Gore amendment would bar use of CCC funds for purchases below parity while 85 percent parity loans considered with CCC boosting prices for crops urged by farmers. Debate centers on funding parity loans and potential impact on aid to Britain and needy families.
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Diecent Tennenson
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Moscow Sees First June Snowfall Recalled
Residents recall a rare June snow event in Moscow as the city experiences unseasonal snowfall. Weather observers note historical patterns and warn about lingering cool, unsettled conditions across the region.
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Hughes to Quit Supreme Court Chief Justice to retire July 1
Washington reports Charles Evans Hughes, eleventh chief justice, will relinquish his office on July 1 due to health and age. He has served ten years, first as associate justice, then as chief. Attorney General Robert H. Jackson is favored to succeed him, with Roosevelt aiming to name seven of the nine justices. Senator Byrnes is also expected as the administration builds its majority on Capitol Hill.
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South Carolina
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Six Huron Youths Attend Boys State
Six Huron youths left this morning for Boys State in Aberdeen where they will receive a week of citizenship training. Leaders include Stilo Nickelich in charge and Chandler Bea attending as an honorary counselor. The group comprises Leo, Erin, Ka tary Club members, Robert, and Ti eerree Nees Stand, with last year’s best all around citizen title noted in York.
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England Hint Move To Beat Nazis Into Syria
A broad London signal hints Britain may deploy forces to Syria as a strategic response to Nazi advances. Reports quote officials silent on Syria as Fascist leaders promise action against the United States if war expands. Berlin and Vichy dispatches note German plans and a tense Atlantic war, with ships and troops moving toward the Middle East.
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