Invaders Reach Near Cherbourg In D Day Breakthrough
Allied forces led by Bradley established a beachhead near Cherbourg as German resistance near the port tighten. American units and Canadian divisions push inland amid air and naval support, while Eisenhower urges French underground to persist. Allied commanders report progress despite weather and strong German countermeasures.
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Llaqher - Soveitied Prem
Atte
Cherbourg
Rvailroad
Cherbouhé
Germania
Bromdcauts
P Americane
Mgtlee
Aborne
Jolnad
Geran
Baye
Marrowvest
Cherboure
Berlin
Radip Han
Pewimanta
Choi
NBC
Caid Grées
Granville
Coutance
Jenat
Dwight B. Eisenhower
New
Nona
France
Bexethead
Paul P.wiksman
Detroit
Cam Simuter
9Th Airforce
Grigoan
D.tay
Hertiera-at-mer
Orne Rivey
Caen
Berniera
Ste. Mera -Egilee
DB. S
Valogies
John Tessie Hill, Jr
Carértan
Cherbours
Sinirene
Comtertiona
al Aectora
Ina
Crasbenfog Bressal
Yanks Damage Big Cruiser Of Japanese In New Guinea
Allied HQ in New Guinea reports Liberator bombers damaged a Japanese heavy cruiser near the bow in Warapan Bay Walweo Island. Liberator raids, fighter interceptions and possible destruction of another destroyer near Haimebera. MacArthur announced night patrols sank a destroyer near Manokwar and damaged another near Mokmor. American forces repaired Mokuer airstrip on Biki Island and pressed west toward Borokot and Sorido while clearing pockets east of Mokmor.
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New Guinea
Sein Bua
Southwest Pacific
e_ported
Warparin Bay
Walxao Island
Halanera
Biki Island
Manodkwari
Mokuer
Borokot
Sorido
Horokoe
Mokmor
Stilwell Captures Part of Myitkyina Front in Burma
World War II dispatch notes Stilwell’s troops held the northern end of the North Myitkyina shield in Burma. British forces moved 14 miles south along the Kohima road toward Imphal. Chindit and Chinese units reported progress near Myitkyina and Kohima with counterattacks and new positions established by Allied forces.
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Southeast Asia
Kandy
Ceylon
Joseph W. Stilwell
Myitkyina Shiield
Burma
Todi
Kohima
Imphal
Lonvnigne
Hate Two Milea
Myitkyina
Itgel
Mogauns
Kamlang
Sakan
Sommuniggie
Tmpuial
Kohime
Churchill Nephew Reportedly Captured in Europe
An Allied press dispatch says German high command states Colonel Tom Churchill, nephew of the British prime minister, has been captured and taken prisoner in Serlin. No additional details were provided on date or exact location.
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Ftw
Brittals LA
Tom Churchill
Prioner
Serlin
Churchill
Milnnister
Germans Roll On With Tanks and Paratroops
Frontline action described with German advances including tanks and parachute troops, as supplies are diverted toward the front amid ongoing operations in harsh conditions.
Allies Resume Weighty Raids Over Germany
Supreme Headquarters Allied Expeditionary Force reports heavy Allied air action across Germany and France. Bombers reached Munich for first-time incursions from Italy, attacking targets in the Munich and Augsburg area with Mustang and Thunderbolt escorts breaking through German defenses. Additional strikes hit Porta Mantova near Venice area and German retreat routes above Rome, while rail bridges on the Being river were reportedly destroyed.
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Supreme Headquarters
Allied Expeditionary Force
Munich
Germany
France
Mutich
Maly
Augsburg
BAC
Britain
Partin
Lambern
Porta Marghera
Veolee
Rome
Invasion News and War Reports From Cherbourg and Europe
London reports details of Cherbourg invasion support by parachute troops, with lines about Vichy France water traffic ban and prisoner captures. It notes American glider pilots returning to base, a predicted fall of the Vichy government, and Navy cadet Ernest Jom King Jr. graduation. Also mentions Jimmy Stewart’s promotion and broader Allied operations in Britain and France.
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Vichy
London
Vichy Radio
Haute-Loire
Cattal
Alger
Puy-De-Toamne
France
Gall Weat
Rhone
Mareeille
Normandy Battle Area
Senate approves cotton price plan opposed by Roosevelt
Washington June 9 The Senate backed a plan to set textile price ceilings and a parity price for raw cotton aimed at helping farmers while critics led by President Roosevelt and CPA Administrator Chester Dowles warned it would raise consumer costs and disrupt stabilisation. Supporters argued it would keep prices steady and ensure a reasonable profit for the textile industry.
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Washington
Senate
Roosevelt
CPA
Chester Dowles
Towles
Bankhead D' Ala
Consainer Costa
Women barred from Adams tunnel ceremony sparks superstition
A superstition among underground workers led to a plan to bar women from a ceremony near Adams model eight miles inside a tunnel near Enites Park. Assistant Secretary Oscar Chapainan and 26 of 30 invited attendees would witness the event, with Northern Colorado Water Conservancy District directors and engineers present.
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Denver
Jund
Bureau of Reclamation
Alva
Adams Mocel
Enites Park
Bat
Brday
Oscar. Chapainan
Washington
Hacper
Northern
Coloradoo Water’ Conservancy
Bureau Engineers
Newamen
Conservancy
Tair Jeharge
Wright Strike Ends After Four-Day Shutdown
A four day Wright Aeronautical Corp plant strike in Cincinnati ended as workers returned to the job near the expiration of a work or be fired ultimatum. Col Gen Strong, Dutcott, and George Addes praised the patriotism and noted many workers had walked off overnight but resumed production.
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Associated Press
Cincinnati
Wriglt Aeronautical Corp
Genree K. Strong
Army
All Forces Central District
Im Dutcott
George Addes
Cleveland
International Pectulary
United Automobile Worker
Pilot Hole Breaks Through Adams Tunnel At 11 A.M. Saturday
The first small hole or pilot bore broke through the Adams tunnel of the Colorado Big Thompson project after drilling 26 feet of rock from the west end. Crews from Stiers Brothers Construction completed the breakthrough as officials in Greeley prepared for final work. The 14.99 mile tunnel links the east and west sections in a major water project under the Continental Divide.
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Continental Divide
Adama
Aarf
Northern
Colorado Water Conservancy District
Greeley
Stiers Brothers Gonatration Company
G.1
Howell
Reclamation Bureau
Denver
Ovodt
Welds Quota Set for Weld County War Bond Drive
Weld County officials announce a $2,136,000 quota for the fifth war loan, with campaigns in Greeley and county offices through July. Weld’s drive aims to contact residents to purchase bonds, led by Chairman Swink and County Sheriff offices. L. J. Bennett seeks re-election as state secretary, per Governor Vivian’s appointee.
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Weld
Charton
Macouragen
Greeley
Quoia
Canvada
M. Kinney
Thn
Etyll
Weld County Court House
Feu
Wweld
Swinkauld
Ita
Lous
Percen
Atake
L. J. Bennett
L. 3. Bennett
Etata
Vivian
William Liloyd
Chalroma
Four Honor Awards at CHS Graduation
Four parents spoke on education objectives during CHS commencement as diplomas were awarded to 1953 graduates. Speakers included Dr. Kenneth Perry and Dr. A P Zimmerman, with music by Marion Reid, as Lattls Thea School observed the forty third annual commencement.
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CHS
Kenneth Perry
Martin Field Reappointed Amid Weld County Public Trustee Post
Martin Field of Greeley has been reappointed to the Weld County public trustee role by Governor Vivien Goraraor. The announcement notes Field’s continued service in the county’s public administration and his prior tenure, signaling stability in the office.
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Denver
Janegarda
Field of Greeley
Winter Wheat Outlook Boosted By May Weather
Unusually favorable May weather boosted winter wheat prospects by tens of millions of bushels, lifting projected total wheat production for the year to a record near 1.034 billion bushels. Winter wheat is forecast at about 714 million, spring at 321 million. last year’s crop was lighter, with a 10 year average around 670 million.
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Washington
Russians Gain In Romania
Moscow reports a midnight communiqué stating Red Army engagements improved its position in the Romanians frontline area. It says a large hostage of Germans fell, German efforts to reclaim ground failed, and about 100 Nazis were killed.
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Moscow
Russia
Red
Allies Push Across Italian Front as German Retreat Accelerates
Allied forces sweep the Italian front gaining ground as German units retreat to avoid encirclement. Fifth Army advances north and west of Rome, capturing Viterbo and Tarquinia corridor while linking across Lake Bracciano. Reports say German reorganization falters and further advances push toward Capriana and Sutri, with continued shelling along coastal sectors.
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Fifth Army
Germany
Viterbo
Mizo
Home
Awift
Tarquiila
Viterix
Arquinia
Lig Arvta
Afr
Fifth Anny
Rome
Mark W. Clark
Gorth
Lake Bracciono
Capeture Capraiola
Rama Bi
Teva Viterbo
Aiedanita
Civitavacchia
Front Line
Triquinta
Ie Tyrrhentat
Lmes
Adriatic
Drower
Tolle
Chic
Carge Borth
Ena
Bricelana
Sutri
Municipal League Opens Big Conference in Colorado
Over 150 attendees pack the Colorado Municipal League opening in Grand Junction with plans for postwar water works, rates, and conservation. Lt Governor Kam Highy spoke urging practical postwar fund use and praised farmers for war effort, as sessions cover administration, utilities, and a tour of the prisoner of war camp followed by a barbecue.
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Dementes
Colorado Municipal League
Grea
Jay
Aada
Harold A. Storey
Lengut
Opentm
Canferenza
Damfield
H. G McClintock
Houlder
Willie Ernest J. Galbos
United Ald Lioes
Cheyenne
Anderson
Angel's
Boreliss
Home Gas
Hleckie
Afticara
Teland Grove
Highy
Mantel
Ireaavries
Kam
Campbell Resigns From Ration Board No. 3
W Campbell resigns from Ration Board No 3 in Gresley OPAL office after long service since 1942. He served eight hours daily with no vacation or pay and plans to move to California to visit relatives. Board reorganization begins with new members to be named next week.
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Alley
Gresley
Roscoe Oradt
Campbell Jas ‘Bean
Ta Pans
California
Bradly
Rain Washes Weld County with Varying Amounts
General rains fell Thursday over Weld county with amounts ranging from .12 to .29 inches. Greeley recorded .25 inches, Windsor .29, Fort Lupton .12, and Raton reported .24. The Hardin area and southeast of Kersey saw little or no rain. Cooler weather persisted with a Friday morning low near 47 degrees, boosting soil moisture for the Greeley irrigated region.
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Weld
Greeley
Ratan
Windsor
Fort Lupton
Yiohnatomn
Ram Fel
Hardin
Kersey
Pressure Grows for Priority in Irrigation Case
Washington June 9 Army engineers were urged by Senator Cordon to resolve conflicts in Missouri River development plans. He urged Senate action this fall on an omnibus flood control measure and favored irrigation interests obtaining priority over navigation. Senator Milliken proposed a similar amendment, while Hay Grinder Stripped Jr. reported burglaries in Mead, with a grinder and other accessories stolen.
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Washington
Army Engineers
Cordon
R-Ore
Conflicla Nm
Senate
Querlon
Ofp
Senate Commerce Subeourmittes
Dil
Cortion
Milliken
H-Cole
O'Mahoney
Davyo
Jr. Hain
Mead
Sheriff's
Afticu Mat
Y Grinder
Utah Soldier Promoted Annual Path To General at 28
Col. Richard C. Sanders of Salt Lake City, a Utah University graduate, rises through ranks from second lieutenant at 22 to lieutenant colonel at 28 and is recommended for brigadier general at 28. His mother celebrates the promotion while noting his drive for top positions and his decorated service including air medal and multiple distinctions.
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Utah
Salt Lake Ciy
Col
Richard C. Sonters
Salt Lake City
Roosevelt
Altha
Sanders
Field Artillery
Alee
Utah University
Air Fores
Rane Wolph Field
Pexag
Mra
KR. Sanderg
Anid
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Charles Bluindton
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