15 Aug 1940
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Newspaper
Greeley Daily Tribune
Location
Greeley, Colorado, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1940
Page
1
Fragmented OCR text recalls a World War II air battle with fighter planes from Britain and Germany. It mentions bombings over Berlin and the southeast, heavy air raids, and Allied responses near London and the Thames, with references to agency reports and wartime leaders.
Lyne Andrews of Great Western Sugar Company reports expansion of beet seed production on winter crops in the Gilcrest district. About 20 growers in Utlerest area grow beets for seed, with yields averaging strong profits despite disease and weather challenges. Andrews highlights successful seed production in Arizona and northeastern Colorado, noting warm winter climates support, and foresees profitable years ahead as varieties and methods improve.
Washington August 15 spokeperson for eastern states urged legislation authorizing creation of a nationwide guard and reserve to replace active duty guardsmen. The plan would allow mobilization of reserves and national guardsmen to serve wherever needed, amid debate over constitutional scope and regional safety concerns.
Wednesday night show draws 500 attendees with Wattes Holstein dairy winner and grand champion details. Continuation notes Delmer Mathice Swit as champion. swine results and dairy judging featured across pages with photos of champions and prize standings.
British officials propose leasing Western Hemisphere naval base sites to the United States for 99 years to support up to 59 destroyers. The offer was said to have been transmitted to the White House and discussed by Treasury officials.
Three Windsor teams tied for first in the agricultural demonstrations at Island Grove Park. Greenweta Elle Sshantiar and others showcased poultry handling and beef selection, while Hettinger Brunner presented on market practice and Jextnette Teller and Ellen Brunner demonstrated design and concrete finishing for ties.
Garnishment proceedings filed on Schuyler Fort in Ford county court involve attaching wages and earnings of Mrs McCormick, with a judgment for 302.63 dollars against Ford In county court. Attorney E Brautigid represents Mrs McCormick. A separate note reports James Mootts of 1625 Ofer Street Denver arrested by county patrol on a drug driving charge.
Local forecast shows highs near 93 with a low around 61 as a warm day transitions. Colorado expects generally fair tonight and tomorrow with cooler temps Friday, light winds, and some rain chances in places.
Protesters push for a constitutional measure to set a $30 monthly old age pension, challenging Colorado's $350 maximum and the current $45 system. Judge Jolson blocked ballot access, declaring the protest invalid for lack of supporting evidence.
Five thousand spectators watched Weld County Junior Fair celebrate the largest livestock parade in its history. About 100 Herefords led a mile long pageant featuring 182 beat calves many prize winners and a grand display of hogs poultry and cattle. Johnstown’s Atel yn Carlson praised the Herefords as the largest single group in the show.
Henry Ging Baker aged B2 died Wednesday evening at Grenier hospital. Funeral arrangements and further details were not available in the readable text.
Executive director Thomann requested an August appropriation of 3583 for a local defense education center. The proposal outlines expanded training classes and possible establishment of a regional center in Grand Junqu, Greeley, Salida, and nearby areas with funds tracked across multiple Colorado cities including Denver, Fort Collins, Boulder, and Pueblo.
Roy M Green resigned today as head of the Perm Credit Administration in Washington. The resignation was approved by President Roosevelt and takes effect August 28. The text notes Green’s prior roles and implied duties within federal administration amid labor and agricultural policy discussions.
In London Aug a heated Commons session saw ministers pressed by Churchill allies on fifth column threats. Churchill’s government defended secrecy while a government inquiry faced calls for details. The debate highlighted tensions over espionage and national security, with opposition voices demanding clarity on actions and outcomes.
Fitzier will assist in training scout leaders in Missouri August meetings involving state and regional executives. The six operating committees include Advancement and Galonaion, Leadership, Camping and Activity, and other teams under the regional council.
Claiborne L. Stout, vice president and cashier of Omidive Valley National Bank in Fort Collins, addressed the Rotary Club on the dangers of a proposed intangibles tax. He argued the plan would fail in Colorado and harm local lenders.
The Weld County junior fair ends at 5 p.m. with no program provided. Exhibitors must be ready to submit entries and depart after the closing time.
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