British Bombers Hit Essen and Cologne in Massive Raid
British bombers struck deeply into Germany targeting Essen and the Krupp works and Cologne as part of a large daylight offensive. The raid involved 1,036 planes with heavy losses. Prime Minister Churchill vowed further attacks, and American pilots were to join the effort in a coordinated campaign to cripple German industry.
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20 000 Killed In RAF Raid On Cologne
A New York Times report based on Berlin neutral charters says about twenty thousand Cologne residents were killed in a RAF raid with roughly sixty four thousand wounded. The raid disrupted major chemical and fuel industries as mass evacuations began and emergency shelters were erected. Several western German cities including Duisburg and Oberhausen were attacked, with British losses and German anti aircraft fire tallied.
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Bear blocks Colorado train in stray right of way incident
Colorado Springs on June 2 a cinnamon bear disputed right of way with a Midlang terminal freight near Gi vide. The bear ambled off as engineer J W Kogan braked to a stop within yards. It walked into timber after a brief standoff. Crew noted bears sometimes wander tracks but this was a rare sighting of a bear delaying a freight train.
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British Production Chief to Visit for Coordination on Western Front
Washington June 2 Oliver Lyttleton the British production minister will visit to coordinate for a second European front. He will confer with President Roosevelt War Production Board officials to weld U S British production efforts and discuss a combined production card and Anglo American high level board. He aims to show Britain’s armament plants in action and to ease doubts about American war intent while planning joint manpower and facilities.
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Donald My Nelson
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Bony
Amerles
Agricultura
Claude Wickard
Nelnon
United Nations
Salmon Can Cookout Sparks House Fire Alarms
At the English home on 1123 48th street folks planned a chicken dinner but the bird burned to embers. A gas burner sparked a small blaze drawing firemen to the scene. Later, at 1729 12th Avenue in the same area, a refrigerator shorted and caught fire, flames visible as firefighters arrived and carried the unit outside.
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48Th Street
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H. A. Kilower
12Th Avenue
Blasted Jap Subs Located Near Sydney Harbor
Associated Press reports divers located two miniature Japanese submarines that attacked Sydney harbor. Grappling hooks were placed to raise one as depth bombs had already destroyed both before they could damage docks, defenses, or ships. The subs appeared to be launched from another ship due to their limited range.
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Weather Local 24 Hours End Tuesday Morning
Weather report for Colorado and Wyoming shows scattered showers and thunderstorms this afternoon and tonight with warmer readings in the northeast. temperature changes minimal elsewhere. Added: Amarillo to Denver readings show 73-36, 64-14. Kansas City 91-72. New Orleans 87-73. The Colorado Highway Patrol notes State No. 11 between Stonebarn and Storting blocked by flash flood from Pawnee Creek overflow.
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Draftees Given Two-Week Delay Before Service Start
Draftees will receive a 14 day stay of departure after June 18 draft notices. They may attend personal affairs before reporting and will not be forced to resign. Selectees examined at Denver and Pueblo stations will be inducted and moved to the army enlisted reserve, then transferred to Fort Logan after examinations. Transportation and meals to and from induction and Fort Logan are government funded. During the two weeks, draftees won’t wear uniforms or face discipline.
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Convoy Reaches North Red Port Amid Heavy Losses
A large United Nations convoy bound for Russia presses north toward a Foal Port while enduring a five day battle with German U boats. Despite severe Arctic conditions, only six or seven Allied ships are sunk, disputed by German reports claiming 17 ships totaling 114 600 tons sunk over several days.
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War In Brief Highlights Global Conflicts and Shifts
President Roosevelt asks Congress to declare war on Hungary and Romania. RAF air raids on Germany and Allied offensives press Nazi targets, with Berlin claiming heavy losses for Britain. Soviet forces counterattack in Kelmin sector, while Ain el Gazala near Cairo faces heavy fighting. Mexico joins Latin American allies against the Axis as Chinese and Japanese actions ripple across Asia. June 2 reports fierce fighting around Nanchang and Cheklang with thousands of Japanese troops advancing.
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Avila Canjada
Chrysler stops Dodge truck plant amid protests and layoffs
Detriot June 2 The Chrysler Corporation today closed the Dodge truck plant which employs 3000 men after management reported some 700 employees demonstrated inside the factory protesting the transfer of 20 Negroes into the plant. Roosevelt calls Mexico war response typifies resolute action as tensions rise.
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U S RACF Pilot Killed In Nova Scotia Crash
A U S RACF pilot was killed in a plane crash at a Nova Scotia airport on Saturday. Pilot Officer AllMert Hoffman from Ritzville Wish and a member of the AGA was identified yesterday as the deceased.
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Fort Collins youths crash stolen motorbike into drug store window
Two Fort Collins youths ages 17 and 18 crashed a stolen motorbike into the Grey Creamery drug store window after losing control, causing extensive damage. Police detained them. they admitted intent to steal the bike but planned only a ride around town.
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Ana Donald Long
Brink
Roosevelt Urges War on 3 Nazi Puppets in Congress
President Roosevelt asked Congress to declare war on three Nazi puppets, Dilearis Hieney and Runnin, saying they are engaged in activities directed against the United Nations. He noted Angaria Hungary and Tumenia had declared war on the U S and urged formal declarations with Hungary and Unmania, as the House prepared to act the next day.
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Bridge Near Gilcrest Washed Out By Rains Monday
Heavy rains in LaSalle district washed out a 16-foot bridge near Gilcrest and caused overflow near Debrens Lake. One elderly resident and two youths were injured, per La County Commissioner Marley Warren.
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Perry Heads Lions Club in City Election
Kenneth F. Perry was elected president of the Lions club and, with other new officers, will assume duty June 30. New officers include Bob Snavely as first vice president, Fredregi as second vice president, William R. Bawah as third vice president, Reesa Wilkinson and Rev. G. Tritschiel as directors for two years, Al Miller as secretary, Fred Nor as treasurer, and John Hulman as assistant treasurer.
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Walliam
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First View
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Willian R. Bawah
Reesa Wilkinson
Rev. G. Tritschiel
al Miller
Fred Nor
Joh Hulman
W.iwister
Wanted Fleet and Stout Man To Fire This Elephant Gun
A Kansas City report details a contest to find a strong quick responder to handle a dangerous elephant at Temple. Henry Rundsch lent a field piece, but no volunteer ready to shoot. Temple’s elephant remains a problem, with only one keeper able to calm the surly creature without incident.
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Hitler Hold on Masses Slipping In New York Dispatch
An editor's foreign correspondence from New York reports Adolf Hitler's grip on the German masses weakening. Secret radio notes and eyewitness accounts describe public sentiment turning against another harsh winter of war and the Nazi regime's staged rallies.
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