24 Apr 1940
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Newspaper
Greeley Daily Tribune
Location
Greeley, Colorado, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1940
Page
1
A British-led assault targets five German air bases while Paris reports Nazi forces amassing for actions in Sweden. The campaign includes heavy bombardments near Stavanger and other Norwegian points, with Allied and Norwegian efforts foreshadowing broader warfare against Nazi operations in Western Europe and Scandinavia.
A cryptic report claims Hess Revi 24 Gercan sulfiers engaged near Oslo and Stavanger with British naval counteractions. Three Britt lanes fell southwest of Bussangers, about 208 miles from Ost, as patrols tracked Norwegian campaign movements and repish fleet activity.
City officials moved to curb bakery goods sold from trucks amid alleged protective measures for local bakers. Mayor Colitis and Chief of Police Munter outlined possible licensing steps while noting ongoing investigation into street trade. Aldermen debated parking and zoning changes as part of the crackdown.
Weld county high school superintendents convened at Rex cafe on a Tuesday evening to form an association. After a dinner, officers were elected and discussions covered smaller schools and reorganizing duties for 1940 41. Attendees included John C. Ginev Kalun, G. O. Garnett Pierce, J. O. Ninemon PGillcrest, and others from Craver Raton Musa Sowates Roggen Johnstonown Willan SB.
Tribune subscribers must call between 6 and 7 p.m. to receive service. the office closes at 7 p.m. The contact number is 5. The notice urges Tecelle and Tribe une in Greeley before 6 p.m. and telephones the Tribune before 7 p.m. for assistance.
In Denver on April 2 Governor Ralph de Cure announced the state highway department would revise purchase specs for emergency equipment. He said the current manufacturer proposals must be revised to allow immediate work, noting Coleman trucks cost about $6000 each and would delay work if adopted as is.
Guffey Victor leads the Pennsylvania primary with about ninety thousand vote edge over rival Walter A. Jane. Roosevelt supporters and party figures shape the ballot choices as local offices and at least one candidate withdraws. Vote totals show Guffey ahead in key districts while others run inwrite-ins and unofficial tallies.
A strike was called by a workers union involving about 6,000 New York taxicab drivers employed by systems in the city. The action occurred during a spring shower, impacting service across the terminals and transportation network.
Survey of fields near Meudtaynfishe and Tuesday shows wind damage may reduce yields. Growers report frost and cold affecting plants, with estimated losses around 200 acres needing replanting. 36 percent of structures printed indicate contracts are slowing payments.
Four white deer and two mule deer join Greeley’s Island Grove Park zoo. The mule deer, donated by A B Jordan of Columbine Lodge in Poudre Canon, share a pen with the four tame white deer donated by Bruce Eaton Rex Eaton and Jaye Leenalsed. Caretaker Elmer E. Walter notes visitors flock to the deer pens near his home. A buffalo offer from Sheriff Ted Schaffer of Fort Collins is under consideration.
A 22 caliber shell blasted through a home window striking near Mrs. Folbrecht as she stood inside the living room late Tuesday afternoon. Police reported the shot appeared from an unseen source and found no immediate traces on the opposite wall. witnesses described a commotion among local youths prior to the incident.
Fines and costs are to be assessed after a complaint about dumping in district No 3. The court will hear details on penalties, including potential fees and enforcement actions. The message reflects a legal notice style with references to municipal or county authorities and upcoming proceedings.
The Associated Press reports Wallace faces consideration over lobbying actions linked to the Soren Wheeler farm credit matter. Officials claimed by Wallace and others, including Mer Hope and AL Blick, debated legal routes and potential consequences for the farm credit bill.
Text records a readerable fragment about Alma Andrews of Greeley and her son Andrew seeking news of Mrs Euler Stanpot and others affected by the bombing near Oslo Norway. The report mentions the Andrews family awaiting word, and notes connections to Mrs Sampson and others in the Min district, with wartime distress and hopes for returns.
Seacil Roberts is released to county custody after a 484 day term in a 1948 case. District Judge Claude J. Coffin postponed hearings to allow the district attorney time to cite witnesses in a related matter. The proceedings involved a $705 chattel mortgage and a garnishment action with ongoing questions about costs and obligations.
A disastrous fire at a dance hall near Natches Mississippi traps hundreds of revelers. Officials report about 400 people present with 212 confirmed dead and many more missing or injured. Coroner statements suggest fear of further fatalities as rescue operations continue amid dense smoke and heat.
The Colorado Industrial Commission sustains a wage rate of 1.25 dollars for work on the Denver underpass project. The ruling involves the Denver Building Trade Council and the Federation of Labor amid a dispute over payment to skilled laborers. Key figures include A S Hogher and William Litell of Denver with implications for local construction wages and union oversight.
Three Missourians living near Ebley Cottage camp for the past week are under investigation after arriving at a Missouri-weir site. They told officers a consistent story, naming Townsend Groen as a key contact. Police report their statements varied and names appeared inconsistent.
The Thomas Lomas will case at Eaton proceeded with testimony and jurors hearing witnesses including Mary Lomas and others. A heart attack fatality near Washington street was reported as coroner investigations begin.
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