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Newspaper
Greeley Daily Tribune
Location
Greeley, Colorado, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1940
Page
4
A fragmented editorial voice argues against war hysteria and belligerent defense spending. It cites European economic exchanges, Roosevelt era diplomacy, and American pacifist cautions, urging calm, prudent preparedness, and avoidance of an invasion mindset while highlighting notable public figures and newspapers.
In June 1921 two members of the graduating class recalled four quarters of study at the Colorado State Teachers College then known as State Normal College. Their remarks reflected on the long journey through training and the milestone of graduation.
A fervent column argues Nazi pressure will tighten global power, predicting Britain and France falter, South America fall under Nazi influence, and U.S. profits and democracy endangered. It outlines six scenarios, including economic squeezes and potential Latin American Nazi governments, urging strong U.S. action.
A page of assorted notes reports on speakers urging use of earned wisdom to advance society. Dr Charles A Lary and Governor George A Carlson, both Colorado connections, recalled college ties. Bridge work at county ends soon, and bids for a pool project exceeded by others. Colorado State Teachers College hosted trustees and many guests at a campus event.
The page assembles crossword clues and stray notes amid wartime prose. It recalls 1914 Paris diplomacy, Myron Herrick's decision to stay, and German bomb threats near the U S chancery, framing a broader caution about Nazi plots and Pan American defense.
General Hugh S. Johnson urges mobilization and full sacrifice to build defenses, arguing wartime spending should be sufficient yet not impede social gains. He warns against comfort and calls for industrial boom, preparedness, and courageous labor action to sustain wartime effort.
Greeley Elks host a benefit dance to raise funds for Red Cross relief for destitute and wounded in Europe, with part of the proceeds to the June 30 allotments. The lodge plans a wheel chair drive and donation to the Mary Eldred Scholarship Fund, reflecting National Elks support for scholarship work and community service.
A reader letter recalls President Roosevelt’s June broadcast speeches urging unity and avoiding war. The writer argues the nation risks disaster if democracy falters, noting fears of national security under Roosevelt and attributing blame for Allied losses to financial and strategic missteps.
A census shows over 24 100 Jugoslavs have passed the 0 year mark and believe Methuselah lived on cheese. They claim sour milk and cheese as staple foods support their record pursuit and challenge the biblical century.
A garbled passage discusses spending to support defense and economic recovery. It mentions parklike or jumbled terms about finance, pump-priming, and boon-dogeling programs, querying their effectiveness and potential relief. The text is incomplete and unclear on concrete entities or outcomes.
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