06 Dec 1940
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Newspaper
Greeley Daily Tribune
Location
Greeley, Colorado, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1940
Page
1
A plane crash left four dead including a flight attendant and other crew members. Authorities reported the devastating event, detailing the victims and the ongoing investigation into the cause and sequence of the disaster.
A Las Animas levy hearing is set for next Wednesday with protests against the tax millage. Local officials and the tax commission respond to claims about the county’s finances and previous debt obligations, including warrants and appropriations.
A chaotic report details a guard induction issue involving Amy and several officers. The piece references Houston, Derr, Leavitt, Cain George Weat, and a controversial plan tied to Dragon Mie and a Heath troll. It notes movements from Green ports and mentions Asteria Ye Paynoth and related testimony.
Government ready to spend 300000 for settlement for permanent labor. Transient labor costs and relocation plans discussed near Greelay and surrounding area. Officials from the FSA push rapid progress and desire secure relocation for workers.
A federal inquiry led by special attorney from the United States Department of Justice targets Denver food price operations. Details reference alleged violations tied to distribution and pricing practices amid a broad probe involving market conduct and supplier networks. The investigation follows recent pressure on Colorado food distributors and brokers as authorities seek to identify improper price manipulation and collusive activity.
Waren C. Davy or Greelsy was ordered Thursday to appear in district court on December 5 to show cause why he should not be held in contempt for failure to pay support to his wife Mrs Elaids Davie. Davie was directed to show cause for $20 per month and past due payments. The court warned of penalties for continued nonpayment.
Fragmented OCR reads claim that Spanish forces in New York support militia and Franco rhetoric. The garbled text references government control, efficiency claims, and a syndicate or alliance linked to Provueeen, with mentions of Matteld and Usmte Spath, leaving unclear context or date.
Community toy event promises free toys for children at the chief’s grounds on Saturday morning. Organizers say donations from Geevjey Fxchaniresoluk nna Gigsiéy Citruwen will fund gifts and a distribution to needy families at Christmas.
The 45th Division moves toward Texas for agricultural camp duties with personnel including Wesley E. Disney noted in a wartime transfer. The report references troops marching from Arizona, Esleraga and New Mexico toward Oklahoma region, highlighting mobilization and deployment activity.
About seven Seattle area mills and related camps near Puget Sound shut down after labor talks broke, affecting roughly 11 000 to 12 000 workers. Workers faced 11 to 12 hour shifts with pay and union agreements cited, with closures stretching to Renton and other nearby towns.
A trainload of Herefords was moved onto the 70 Ranch under the Hardin area during the week. The TM Ranch Corporation, led by President Fred Manning and officers G. D. Marth and H. Tingen, plans a new barn and extensive improvements. Construction underway includes a front 18 to 22 feet wide and 9690 feet long structure, with ongoing work by a large crew and various ranch facilities under way.
Stolen bicycles spark a crime wave report as local police investigate five bicycles taken Thursday afternoon and more may follow. Mrs. Albert Pulerpylder, 1929 Thirteenth Avenue, Mim, and Mrs. A B Petoreun, 1901 Thictgents Eyencie, provide details of the incidents and locations.
A report states a German noblewoman with extensive marriages and a large blended family of four children plus a sixth child, aged 98, is linked to high offices. The article mentions figures including Adolf Hitler and the Be guard corps in a celebratory, though unclear, biographical note.
In a rough college football game, Eaton holds a 7–0 halftime lead as Teangaiont and NeClure of Eaton break into the end zone for a 69 yard TD run. The ball is advanced to set up a point after, keeping Eaton ahead 7–0 at the Dale. Darlington faces Tibigis in the final.
The board approved architect plans for a proposed new elementary school building in Gould Greenley with two classrooms and a library. Voters will decide on June 10 whether to raise 100,090 to finance construction, including a north end playroom and lunch facilities.
A U S embassy in Paris reports an American woman missing amid a flap over her disappearance. Officials say appropriate advice is being taken. The case involves Elizabeth Dixon, linked to a German-occupied France escape incident, with ties to North Dakota Senator Bethel J. Pridthard.
Mountain States beet growers withdraw from the National Beet Growers Association amid internal disputes. Charles Kearsley of Morrill was reportedly renamed president of the National Beet Growers Federation, with local and regional leadership noted and a page reference indicating continued coverage.
United States shipyards will be expanded to handle a 10 000 ton freight carrier and related electrical and deck equipment work for Britain among others. Officials say existing yards in Bilcosp Cleveland and New York will be upgraded while plans to build new yards in the UK are not pursued.
The Philharmonic Orchestra led by conductor James Sykes performs Friday night at the Greeley auditorium. Soloist unnamed will join with Colorado College and other ensembles in a program featuring Joy of Man's Desiring and Beethovan pieces.
The document lists campaign expenditures by Weld G O P and county committees, detailing numerous receipts and amounts. Items include advertising, printing, district tours, and personnel costs with many named candidates and entities cited alongside monetary figures.
The Mountain States sugar plan sparks a rift within the national group as growers and lawmakers clash over subsidies and policy. Nebraska leaders, Fort Collins, Denver, and Washington figures weigh the impact on growers, processors, and national pricing amid calls to keep politics out of the operation.
An unclear fragment mentions a northern Bay sale date with a blamed toy and names Helen and Oug. Details are unreadable, but the scene hints at a local event or sale involving a disputed item, with limited legible context and persons.
Fragmentary text reports Josephus Daniels seeking to quit as minister to Mexico. The garbled lines mention Asaariath Pr Mesten Quey and references to Washington and Philadelphia notes, with unclear dates or confirmable details. The passage is largely unreadable beyond the stated intention.
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