French Troops Aid British in Norway Front Fight
French expeditionary forces join British and Norwegian troops in combat against German invaders in Norway. Reports say 20,000 Allied troops engaged, with ongoing patrol clashes and shelling across northern fronts as Germany presses for pacification and seeks contact with Norwegian resistance.
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War Wires Nazla Planes Sink British Cruiser
German planes sink a British cruiser and set a 45,000-ton troop transport afire near Cork and Andalsnes, northwest of Tromdheim, amid Western Front artillery fire and aerial actions. London reports German transports sunk by British submarines. three German planes downed. Amsterdam notes a German air crash in Lineburg area with crew wounded and interned.
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Trains and wreckage blaze in Mohawk Valley disaster
A New York Central fast express derailed on a 45 mile per hour curve near Albany in the Mohawk Valley killing twenty five and injuring many. Cars piled along the highway as rescuers worked amid rain and cold. Officials noted excessive speed and investigated possible causes while identifying victims and arranging hospital aid.
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Garner Backers File Colorado Incorporation
In Denver on April 20 the incorporation papers for a Garner for President group were filed with the Colorado Secretary of State. Named incorporators and directors include John Nolan Jr, Marion Springs attorney, Jerry Brant, and Botlie Darrell, Denver promoter. The charter states aims to promote Vice President Garner for the Democratic nomination, win Colorado's delegation at the Democratic convention, and prohibits soliciting subscriptions or accepting donations.
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Midern
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Marition Springs
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Drive Begins To Tag Bikes In Minkins Police Drive
Minkins police announce a citywide drive to tag bicycles operated in Creeley. A check found about half of the 1,000 bicycles in use lacked headgear and lights. The program requires bicycle lights and reflectors, with many awaiting tagging at city hall.
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Germanys Romania move and Balkan fears loom in WW II dispatch
War briefs report Germany supplying Romania with planes in exchange for raw materials as rumors place German troops disguised as laborers in Romania. Hungary may be next under the axis protection while Italian fleets and Allied naval maneuvers unfold around the Aegean and Dardanelles. Russian mining, Romanian troop movements in Bessarabia, and Weygandt leading a large Allied colonial army near Cyprus highlight ongoing Mediterranean and Black Sea tensions.
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Flood Rises In Pittsburgh Trade Center
Flooding hits downtown Pittsburgh as rivers rise over thin flood levels. The Weather Bureau forecast a crest near twenty feet, threatening the Golden Triangle and surrounding districts with renewed inundation within the next two weeks. Local authorities monitor gauges as residents brace for higher water.
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Associated Press
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France Eyes Mediterranean Entente Amid War Strain
Premier Reynaud signals France seeks a Mediterranean entente with Italy and Spain while Italy gives no response. Paris stresses that such an entente remains essential for peace, despite Italian inaction. Reports also note a speeding fine for Haralerand and renewed Allied aviation demand amid national defense debates.
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I Am Cult Leader's Wife Seeks Divorce and Alimony
Marjorie Ballard seeks divorce from Donald Ballard of the I Am cult and asks for 31,200 monthly alimony. She claims his income includes 1,200 monthly support from the St Germain foundation and press, plus property worth 100,000, while living costs exceeded 1,000 monthly during three years of marriage. The court ordered him to pay 250 monthly pending trial, as he maintains only expenses from the cult and receives an allowance from his mother Edna Ballard, a cult leader. The Ballards’ main quarters are in New York with branches in Chicago Cleveland and other cities.
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Mony
Hiewift
St Germain Foundation
St. Germain Press
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Edna Ballard
Guy G. Ballard
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Hitler Celebrates 51st Birthday With Berlin Rally
Adolf Hitler marked his 51st birthday in Berlin with a morning conference with military advisers in the chancellery workroom. Notables including Field Marshal Hermann Goering and Walther von Brauchitsch joined in the cheers from Berliners outside the residence as the crowd gathered and a balcony address followed.
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Oi Foehver
Civil Service Tests For Greeley Fire Department
Physical and oral examinations were held for 17 apprentice applicants at Greeley Fire Department after tests on Thursday night. Chief B A Brumley and others supervised, with examiners Fred Noreriss and G J Fisher conducting portions. Final results decide which candidate will be appointed by the council after a Monday or Tuesday board meeting.
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Cownell
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Fallow Deer Buck Dies At Park In Greeley
The older of two fallow deer bucks presented to Greeley by Eaton died at Island Grove Park after relocation operations. Observers cited injuries from movement and mower resistance. The herd now includes a yearling buck and three does as the city plans to add a mule deer buck and two does from Colorado.
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Eaton
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Longmont Population Counts and Forecasts in 1940 Census
The Census Bureau reported Longmont population figures for 1940 with revisions anticipated. Preliminary counts by Dr. George Lawrie, Colorado census supervisor, indicate the numbers may change as further data review occurs.
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Indicted State Liquor Worker’s Leave Cancelled
A grand jury ordered suspension of Tarrant, a state liquor department employee, pending final disposition. The case centers on alleged influence peddling connected to an appointment and a payment of 100 for political strings. Saunders also faced related actions.
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Greeley Tennis Team Triumphs Over Fort Collins
Greeley defeated Fort Collins on the city courts this morning as Jeh nepen won his singles match 7 5. Greeley took six singles matches and the doubles, edging Fort Collins in a clean sweep with strong play from local competitors.
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Weather Forecast for Colorado Saturday Night
Weather report notes cloudy conditions in the east with showers or snow along the wast portion and extreme southwest. Smutty, mostly cloudy with showers or snow toward the center and northeast. Colder temperatures arrive with a 34 hour cooling period and a low near 0.
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Junior Chamber Pushes Parking Plan in Greeley
The Junior Chamber of Commerce studies a municipal parking project to ease tight downtown spaces. They note demand for more wiring space and parking in the business district as Greeley grows, estimating up to 200 additional cars could be accommodated on north Lincoln Park, aiding shoppers and keeping business local.
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Ray Wacker
Greeley
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Altho
Wicker
Pakke Werg
Tiree
Greece
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Anne Son
Fleeing felon unintentionally kidnaps infant in escape chase
An escaped prisoner Loyd Jordan fled from a Colorado penitentiary and, while fleeing, unintentionally kidnapped a seven month old baby in the back seat. Guards Alan Nilson and Lawrence McDonough tracked him down five miles away. The infant was found unharmed beside the suspect’s vehicle. the baby’s family identity is tied to Florence.
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Wirden Bay Heat
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Plaruce
Sheriff Receives Hinkley S Record
Sheriff Guy G. Anderson receives a record involving Henry Hinkley who faces forgery and other charges. Hinkley previously served two teams in the Montana State prison for forgery and other crimes, and is now wanted on warrants in Minid and Terry.
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Seinor
Sca Saveony
Uysaule
Natalie Spiker
Montans
Prigay
Hinkley
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Mont
Small boy struck by auto on Sixteenth avenue
A four year old boy named Tant Gene working near Pawl locker at 1625 Fifteenth Avenue was bruised but not crying when he ran into a stalled vehicle on Sixteenth Avenue between intersections. The driver and exact details remained unclear.
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Greeley
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