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Greeley Daily Tribune

Location

Greeley, Colorado, United States of America

Date

Aug 27, 1940

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British Cross Alps Raid Aims at Italian Industry

Associated Press reports Allied air raids shattered Italian industrial plants including Turin area targets. Bombers struck the Magneto Marelli factory and other facilities, with fires lighting the night sky and smoke plumes reaching thousands of feet. Reinforcements by British fighters and anti aircraft fire followed dawn, as the raid disrupted electric equipment production and caused damage to several northern Italian sites.

Towson Britain Dark Ad Motor Works Furil Magneto Marelli Sesto Sauxann Mian Sesto San Stovangi Herlio Landon Kunsly Nowra Monda Noutheast San Luvigi-sanatorium Turinanye Bithe

Young Republicans Meet at Evans Wednesday Night

Young Republicans gather at Evans Hall on Wednesday at 8 o clock for a local event. Organization names and officers are listed, with plans for a program and attendance by residents and members of nearby districts.

Missing Denver Boy Found Near Kersey In Weak Condition

Joseph Kelley, a 13 year old Denver resident missing since July 25, was found near Kersey on Monday afternoon crawling through weeds. He had not eaten for two days and was brought to Jerley hospital where liquids restored his strength. He was partially crippled in one leg and could barely stand. Deputies noted he could recall a nearby leaving home.

Joseph Kelley Denver Kersey Kelley Jerley Hospital Uas Nome

Police Radio Improvement Considered by City Survey

A survey led by a Radio Engineer reviews expanding the One Gracley police radio network with a new broadcasting antennae and two way installations for police, sheriff, and patrols. Tests show communication gains and reduced interference, with licenses pursued for about 10 patrol cars to equip two and four person crews pursuant to federal rules.

Dave Clark Gracley Police Cavard Bodiy Anit Offica Hitchy Hall Placid Créeeley Eanthield Weld Federal Communications Comifestos Natra Patiale Pollens Radio Folee

Labour Day Labor Federation Meeting in Denver

A large labor gathering in Denver features representatives from International Brotherhood of Teamsters Chauffeurs and Helpers and the American Federation of Labor. The event marks a coast to coast convergence with keynote by President William Green at 1:00 pm. A parade and displays are planned highlighting modern facilities and historical progress.

Dishway Rail Roleratin Lllam ‘Green Dutranaporiutrin

Weather Update for Colorado and Wyoming

Partly cloudy conditions foreseen with mixed temperatures across the region. Fire weather outlook shows elevated risk with light to moderate westerly winds and decreasing humidity, as winds shift toward Wyoming later today and tonight.

Colorado

Wallace Cuts Sugar Quotas to Bolster Prices in 1940

Washington Aug 20 AP Secretary Wallace moves to reduce available sugar for 1940, setting a national marketing quota of 471,326 short tons. The cut of 136,083 tons from the year's initial allotment aims to lift slumping prices, disclosed after a press conference.

Associated Press Washington Wallace Agriculture Department

First Alien Registered in Greeley Under New Law

Mrs Hedy Neufeld Schless, Austrian-born wife of Dr Robert A Schless, became the first alien registered under the new siren registration law at the Greeley post office. The registration, including a confidential questionnaire and fingerprinting, occurred Tuesday as local clerks processed applicants. In Weld County, residents age 14 and older living in the area were urged to register by December 26, with officials noting time per registration and the need to verify identity. The report also mentions a Greeley police cancellation of a missing person inquiry related to Lyla Harris after a family report.

United Biatea Greeley Hedy Neufeld Schless Robert A. Schiesd Grosy Delve Philadelphia Schless Mtg Schléga United States Now Bec 26 Fort Lapien

Shuel Admits Theft of Hogs and Confession

Sheriff Gus G. Anderson reported Shuel confessed to stealing a load of hogs on July 23 from Grant Nebraska and transporting them to Goodlady Kansas. The suspect Wil lard Stuel, 32, of Wray testified and led authorities to recover items tied to the crime. Anderson said the investigation linked Shuel to prior thefts and a broader hog-stealing ring.

Gus G. Anderson Granley Grant Neby Willard Stuel Wray William Porgy East of Grocing Shug Sherrif Andervons Shiel Anderson

Fragmentary notice on war plates sale by David J. Miller

A damaged OCR fragment states chairman David J. Miller announced war plates may be attached above regular residence tags and dispersed at 25 cents each. The text is incomplete and contains garbled phrasing.

Dig iChairman David J. Miller

Judge Considers Burr Will Case

A Burr will dispute in Greeley centers on Mrs Burr’s $40,000 estate. Myre Patton challenges the last two wills, arguing Mrs Burr was not competent when she made them. The case, long and contested, seeks to determine control and disbursement of the estate by the court.

Benjamin A. Woolcock Neliie Davia Pateson Flallyreed Slater Lula Davia Burr Greeley will_mols Burr Myre Patton Mera Burt Denver Charles M. Armsteons Colorado Supreme Court Armstrong Neary A. Wicks Ford Motor Co Coulea Rcrill Oatera Colombo Bee S Leal -fUst Shetter

Lawyer Testimony On Wheeler Dike Work Details

A county hearing features lawyer statements about Wheeler dike construction and related private work. Testimony from Richard Mealis and Schuyler Ford covers private contracts, payments, and county equipment use, with questions about authority and testimony under oath. Continued notes mention district operations and private labor connected to the dike project.

Avelt County Richard Mealis Denver Setney Manin Clay Ample Itis Wheeler Schuyler Ford Deans Schuyler Schuyler Fairley Alfiér Lou Dirke

Land Transfer Under Torrens System Record

A Torrens system land transfer relating to the Painter Crathers Moreford company and John Painter is documented in Weld county records. The 1319 registration occurred under the period’s registry rules, with court action required to clear titles and finalize conveyance.

Southeawl Weld Egghood

Mediation Sought In Sugar Wage Dispute By Great Western

The union seeks wage agreement with Great Western Sugar Company across seven western states. Charles Anwhes reports a letter from Robert Jones, national president, indicating planned conferences with Utah Idaho sugar interests. The 1200th Observation Squadron may be rebuilt by state guards to replace pilots who resigned for private work.

U. 5 Great Western Sugar Company Shattle Charles Inernational Federation of Honor Weatt Elale Dover Din Sigan Counell Ait Hughes Robert KB Jones Kot Bis Cownell Lauent Western Jillighes Belief & Con Utah Idaho Xnger Tiether E American Gryatal Sugae Company Holly Sager Corporation Awe Colorado Senlatarita Ows E Havold Aqiadron Fortier Runa

Dr T B Gormly Dies in Windsor Hospital

Windsor Aug 27 Dr T B Gormly 78 oldest physician in Windsor died Tuesday after suffering a stroke at the hospital following ill health since 1935. He served on Windsor boards and was a town trustee. Survived by wife son Clyde and daughter, services at Kieconal church Windsor with burial at Lake Joy cemetery.

Windsor T. B. Gormly Wiarleor Goxmly Atialva Hayliis Poy Qwlle Wheary Board Bastomn Star Colmoin Jolee Amérea Mul Ing Eyeppalenrich Gormly Newcastlé Nid Robert Gormly Pennsylvania Westminister College Wimington, Pen University of Piltabiran Gofinly Newcautte Pittsburgh Colorado Raymond Well Windsor Hémphal Ipper Whtant Wissen Robert C. Gormly Walton Gormily Daughinz Kniborsa Park Whinsar Clyde Newcastle Penn Tlater Lilla Sleter Repullics Pr. B. W. Bonell Burla Lake Ioy Wintteor

County Hearing Sheds Light on Weld County Private Contracts

The hearing details alleged private county contracts in Weld and Adams counties involving road official Schuyler Ford, brother of Commissioner Fred Ford, plus misconduct by county machinery crews. Testimony cited unapproved deals, lack of written records, and private work by county crews, with officials denying or minimizing formal action.

Weld Adams County Hariz Strong Schuyter Ford Fred Ford Scauyler Ford Fant Barcy District No. 2 Power Equipment Company Schuyler Fort Tetter Schuyler Ford Iran Adama Inertloh Dietrich Harlan Strang Lou Sirkle Platteville Richard Means Denver Laveygr Murra Guffe Af Nunn Clark Rass Alyas Clay Apple Denis Incharee Rost Blgos Marardou

Sheepherder Struck by Lightning Survives

A 24 year old sheep herder working at a ranch in the Bhinley Basin was struck by a lightning bolt while in a sheep wagon at Lilo. He survived with recovery expected, after the incident near Lawrence Swliven ranch.

Llancros Eawrenes Bhinley

Hit and Run Priver Arrested by Patrol

John Barnardh JT of Lovebinil was arrested by patrol and charged with hit and run after a resident reported a collision on listern 58 Hear Byans. Captain Penk A Borger stated the suspect admitted being the driver as the car backed away and fled the scene. A Winebouter of Greeley reported evening events and noted telltale marks on the ramshod machine.

John Barnardh JT Lovebinil Ntrad Lata Moarday Htbani Greeley Penk A. Borger

Connally pushes to end exemptions for government officials

Texas Senator Connally seeks to remove exemptions from mandatory military service for all government officials and lawmakers. The debate centers on conscription limits, with allies citing unity and opponents warning against broader powers.

Sen Connally Texas

Police Court fines listed for multiple defendants

Police court fines detailed for numerous individuals on various charges. Names include Roy Consnles, James Armagast, Howard Master, W. J. Mast, A. Ewald, Edgar D B Fatser, Victor Walamino, MW Mesers, Charles Massel, Manuel Chacon, Glen Stula, Arthur Winahart, and Wallow B. Gwen ie. Charges cited include drunk, reckless driving, rank ant tila wuthance, disturbance, with fines ranging from 0.50 to 14.50 dollars and related penalties.

Stoyste MW Mesers Denver Charles Massel Tulan Manuel Chacon Gilrrese Glen Stula Greeley Arthur Winahart Deneer Wallow Gwenie

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