Britain Admits Nazis Capture Boulogne in Rush to Sea
Paris and Rome dispatches report Allied concessions to Mussolini as Italy marks its World War anniversary. Mussolini urged territorial gains while Italians speculate on proceeds against France or Yugoslavia and debate Corsica and Dalmatia. Rex liner sailings postponed, attributed to traffic rather than war.
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Wilhelmina Explains Move To London
Queen Wilhelmina of the Netherlands says she fled to London to escape German capture and hostage threat. She declares she must lead the continued struggle at the head of her government.
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King George Warns Empire Faces Life or Death Battle
King George addressed the Empire on Empire Day urging unity and confidence amid Nazi advances along the French coast. He warned the struggle could determine the fate of the world and its future darkness, insisting resolve is needed beyond mere confidence.
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House Approves Relief Bill Forbid Aid To Aliens
The House passed a $1.11 billion relief bill to bar aid to aliens, Communists, and Nazi Bund members. It would fund WPA with $975.65 million for eight months from July 4, reduce admin costs, and set 130 hours monthly work, with veteran preference and 30 day reemployment rules. The Senate is expected to approve quickly.
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Lima Earthquake Kills Twelve. Over 1200 Injured in Peru
A strong earthquake struck Lima and Callao causing at least twelve deaths and more than 1,290 injuries. two schools collapsed in Callao, several historic buildings damaged, and troops patrolled streets as residents rushed to aid the wounded.
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Navy Has Only 500 Good Planes Testimony Conflicts With Defense View
Navy testimony before the Senate Naval Committee indicated only about 500 aircraft could meet modern European planes in combat. Rear Admiral John H. Towers testified that of 1,867 combat planes only 192 were under a year old, with others aged up to seven years. Senator Byrd estimated about 500 planes could stand against current European fighters. The panel halted suppression despite concerns the disclosure could worsen national defense morale.
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Straw Hat Day in Huron Promoted by Mayor and Merchants
Saturday marked Straw Hat Day in Huron with Mayor J S Tschetter issuing a proclamation urging residents to replace winter felts with spring headwear. Local merchants displayed a wide array of straw styles as sales promotion notes said Cocoanuts and Bakus lead summer fashion, with emphasis on lighter weights and vibrant colors.
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German press warns against expecting quick victory
New York May 24 The German press advised against expecting an immediate victory. NBC correspondent William Kerker said from Berlin that Germany faced well trained and equipped forces and a decisive victory would likely take at least four months, based on the 15 days it took to conquer Poland.
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Roosevelt rejects coalition cabinet idea as cockeyed
President Roosevelt denounces a proposed coalition cabinet as cockeyed and wrong headed. He told reporters a non partisan delegation would be misgoverned and warned against mixing party lines in a wartime administration.
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Fair Weather For Straw Hat Day In Huron
The forecast calls for fair weather with rising temperatures as Straw Hat Day arrives in Huron on Saturday under clear skies. Federal meteorologist B R Laskowski notes a warm trend while the state weather bureau cautions of a slight rise in temperatures. A light shower passed through Thursday night bringing about a dust flurry and about a tenth of an inch of moisture, followed by a drop to an overnight low near 40 degrees.
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British Down 23 Nazi Planes Amid East Front Raids
The British air ministry said at least 23 German planes were shot down and 25 damaged in attacks on enemy airfields along the front and inside Germany. The RAF conducted raids on German tank division HQ, an ammunition train at Geldern, and disrupted roads and rail lines supplying the offensive. British defense tightened along the Channel as German incursions near the coast mounted. King George VI prepared an Empire Day broadcast at 9 pm.
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German Blitzkrieg Troops Reported Close To Calais
Paris reports German armored columns push to Boulogne and Ghent as Scheldt fighting intensifies. Allied forces counter in Flanders and Somme sectors while Berlin cites advances toward Calais and Tournai with six transports sunk and potential invasion momentum.
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