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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1940
Page
1
British reports claim highly successful air strikes behind German lines as Holland falls. German planes near Harwich and Humber threaten England, while a new home front army is being formed. In West Virginia, political contests show Neely ahead in a Democratic primary.
Paris May 15 Nazi forces smashed at French positions south of Sedan and crossed the Meuse establishing a four mile deep salient on the south side a French war ministry spokesman said today The German thrust penetrated about ten miles south of the river earlier but a French counter attack reduced the pocket to four miles The attack began late yesterday and a renewed German drive was feared
The Grafton Sentinel invites Mrs. PF M Bennett of 319 Dewey Avenue to tonight's Strand theatre program featuring Robert Montgomery in The Earl of Chicago or They Came By Night with Will Fyffe, and Border G-Man with George O'Brien at the Dixie theatre as a double feature.
Beebo N Van Kleffens said the Dutch army may have suffered 100000 killed or wounded, about a quarter of its 400000 strength. Western Union and Commercial cables reported all cable communication with the Netherlands and Belgium cut. Britain announced the closure of two contraband control bases at the Downs and Kirkwall in the Orkneys.
Allied forces dispatched from Alexandria for maneuvers as Reuters reports from Cairo. Switzerland confirms complete mobilization with troops occupying assigned positions per federal council communique. Dutch radio in London notes German motorized troops entering The Hague while city returns to normal.
German high command asserts Pierced northwestern Maginot line and Meuse crossing near Sedan while French counterattacks say penetration narrowed to a four mile salient. German spearhead reported toward Namur forts, as Meuse forces reportedly crossed and forts Lantin fell. Continuous page three continuation notes ongoing battles and official statements.
Cumberland Md May 15 A murder charge was filed against John H Clifford 32 in the fatal shooting of Ker mit Bailey 34 of Ridgeley W Va State's Attorney Morgan C Harris said Clifford's wife Beat rice 21 told police the shooting was unprovoked Assistant police chief John J Triber said Clifford told headquarters I just shot a man for stealing my wife as officers found Bailey dying in Riverside park with his head in Mrs Clifford's lap
Rome police dispersed nearly ten thousand people, mainly students, who gathered to launch a third day of anti Allied demonstrations at Piazza Venezia. Foreign observers saw the move as dampening unrest that could push Italy into war. Posters near the Peace Embassy echoed Mussolini era sentiment recalling German support in Ethiopia.
Washington May 15 The WPA appropriation of 975 650 000 was recommended by the house appropriations committee as part of a 1 111 754 819 emergency relief supply bill for the next fiscal year The panel approved the President Roosevelts request and sent the bill to the house floor The report also notes a reduction of abuses in relief administration and mentions the Ohio delegations for the national conventions in context of yesterday's West Virginia and Ohio primary results
Swiss soldiers guarding the northern frontiers kept their fingers on their machine-gun triggers as German troops practiced spanning the Rhine with pontoon bridges. For the third time in as many days Nazi engineers stretched a bridge across the river, signaling renewed tensions on the border.
About 600 Knights Templar and their ladies gathered in Charleston for the 66th annual West Virginia grand commandery conclave. The morning featured exemplification of degrees and a business session. An afternoon parade and unit review were planned with a banquet and officer installation to follow tomorrow’s closing session.
The House committee on immigration approved a bill aimed at deporting Harry Bridges, a West Coast labor leader. Introduced by Rep Allen of Louisiana, the measure claims to be unique. Dean James M. Landis of Harvard, serving as labor department investigator, reported Bridges not deportable.
A local event invites residents to a cultural night featuring artists, performers, and community groups. The program highlights inclusive arts activities, music, and workshops, with free admission for all attendees. Hosted by a coalition of neighborhood associations.
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