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Newspaper

Greeley Daily Tribune

Location

Greeley, Colorado, United States of America

Date

Jun 24, 1944

Page

2

Williams Knocks Out Cleo Shows in Sixth Round

The report details Ted Williams stopping Cleo Shows in the sixth round at Madison Square Garden. The fight description highlights Williams' reach advantage and counter punching while noting Shows was elusive early before the decisive knockout. Williams improves standing amid a crowded heavyweight scene.

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Army Obiter Weds Divorce Wife of Elliott Roosevelt

An article reports the marriage of Mrs. Elliott Roosevelt’s former name to Army Obiter in Fort Worth Texas. It notes prior marriage to Colonel Franklin D. Roosevelt and links to World War II service and a later divorce. Details reference Continental ties and The Associated Press dispatches.

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Noses Out Fort Warren Team in Denver Tilt

Denver report details Mr. O. and teammates edging Fort Warren 7 1 in a close baseball showdown. Juslow hit two doubles and scored twice, Collens added a double and three singles, contributing to Fork Warren’s runs as Mack and others produced key hits. Fort Warren’s final line shows 10 08 1 0 6 92, with Pool and Kosich among those noted.

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Births and a Fatal Train Tragedy Reported Nearby

The notice lists multiple birth announcements from Weld County hospitals including families: Mr and Mrs Elmer Ler Horn, Mr and Mrs George Matsumura, and Mr and Mrs Heeman Galeman, with newborns named David Lee. A separate report notes Levis Biggs, 61, killed near railroad tracks by a train outside Denver, indicating a fatal accident.

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Boxing Reform Voices Stir In New York Roundup

A chaotic sports roundup notes boxing reform debate centered in New York with figures like Mike Jacobs and John J. Whelan cited. It mentions cross state activity across New Jersey and Pennsylvania and references a broad array of boxing people and events, plus other sports notes.

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Softball Schedule and Grandstand Meeting at Island Grove Park

The document lists softball and baseball fixtures for late June including Severance versus Ault on Monday at Island Grove park. A postgame gathering in the Grandstand after the Lou softball game is noted, urging all team managers to attend the important meeting.

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Japanese Probably Have Key Point on Railway To Canton

Chungking reports from June 24 say Chinese high command indicates a stronghold on the Cantong railway may fall to Japanese forces advancing rapidly toward Hengyang. A communique notes fighting along the Song River about 20 miles from Hengyang and Hengshai area, with Japanese raids at several points and a possible Japanese by pass of Jeng rang rather than a frontal assault.

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Hill pledges inquiry into agricultural marketing practices

Washington, June 24. Rep Hill announces a broad inquiry into agricultural marketing to be led by a grounded business executive or attorney. Six groups will study origin preparation, transportation, markets, cooperatives, surplus disposal, and legislation to streamline marketing and aid peace-time food flows. Portugal has been independent since the twelfth century.

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Lowry Beats Pueblo in 8–0 Field Game

Lowry Field dominated Pueblo in a Denver outing with an 8 to 0 victory. Key players included "Red" White and Pitcher Pacis Cuagl Lengua, as Lowry built a lead early and sealed it in the final two innings.

National and American League baseball results scattered

Fragmentary scoreline report lists multiple games and innings with incomplete team lines. Mentions Philadelphia Brooklyn Cincinnati St Louis Washington Boston New York Detroit Cleveland Chicago and Chicago in various partial scores and pitcher lines, but full outcomes are unclear due to missing/garbled text.

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Major League Leaders and Batting Standings Fragment

Fragment summarizes leaders and batting averages from the National League with names like Artling-Walker Brooklyn .339 Pitas Weintraub New Orleans Tucker Chicago 364 Hayes Philadelphia Cullenbine Cleveland Ryba Boxton Pfaulxberger Chicago 71 and related home run and scoring mentions.

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Notable Scores From Yesterday’s Baseball and Coast League Games

American Association action saw Milwaukee 4 4 Indiansapolis 2 2 Toledo 7, Minneapolis 1 SG Paul Columbus 1 Smithville 7, Kansas City 2. Pacific Coast League results included San Diego 2 Hollywood 1 Fortland 16, Los Angeles Sacramento 2, San Francisco 1. Only games scheduled were reported.

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Truman Ties War Victory at Democratic Convention

Senator Harry S Truman defended the party at the Missouri state Democratic convention. He warned against GOP aims to defeat the war leadership for political gain, urging continued support for Roosevelt’s war policy to win the war and protect peace. He denounced opportunistic opponents and urged firm, proven governance. The session noted a single major resolution calling for Roosevelt’s renomination.

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Heavy Fighting Near Mogaung in Burma Front

Allied forces clash near Mogaung in north Burma as Chindits seize Sawngeling and inflict heavy losses. The communique reports 200 Japanese killed including officers, a 150 mm gun captured, heavy mortars and an ammo dump seized, with Allied units advancing along the Kohima Imphal front and taking several enemy detachment positions.

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Courts Fee and Divorces in County Court

Verne Prime of Denver fined 75 and costs for lack of state inspection certificate. Mary Jane Willis of Greeley files for divorce from Iven O. Willin, alleging cruelty. Kimball Nebraska marriage in 1942, no children. Emilio Zamora files for divorce from Frances Zamora in county court. Beer Estate valued at 164,062.4 with inventory by The First National Bank listing 96,882.86 personal property and 67,169.48 realty.

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Navy to cut pilot training program after losses

Washington reports that naval aviation losses were lower than feared, prompting a substantial reduction of the pilot training program by about 50 percent. Cadets may transfer to other combatant crews or reserve roles, with some given pathways to complete training in nonaviation branches or pursue deck officer commissions.

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Dem Delegates Named at Denver Democratic Meeting

At a Denver meeting eight Democratic captains reportedly forced support for Oscar Chapman Justice Benjamin Hilliard Mia Allegre Saunders A B Hirschfeld and Mike Fomponto as delegates to the national convention. Potential contenders for second district include Harlan Strong Greg Ley and Holt Martin of Keentsburg amid a mixed delegate contest.

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Allied air offensive hits Ploesti and German targets

Allied air forces raid northwest Germany and occupied Europe with heavy bombers and escort fighters. Bombers struck rail yards, installations, and ports behind the Normandy front while Luftwaffe defenses fought with night fighters. British Lancasters and American bombers led operations over France and western Germany to disrupt rail links and supply lines.

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Tornado toll rises across West Virginia and Pennsylvania

Reports from West Virginia and nearby states detail a devastating tornado that leveled blocks, caused hospital injuries, and raised death tolls from 53 to higher figures. In Pennsylvania, 31 dead across McKeesport to Waynesburg region, while Cumberland Maryland reports and police tally changes complicate casualty counts.

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Japs Exhibit Parts of B29 at Anmatevya Department

Reported exhibit in northern Kyushu on June 16 shows wreckage of a purported enemy B29 with bulletproof vests double barreled cannon shells and cartridges. Officials later clarified only one plane was down and described misreported success while continuing aerial operations.

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Greeley Playground Schedule and City Activities

Reading from the fragmented schedule, Greeley playgrounds will open weekday mornings and afternoons with a complex roster of activities at multiple schools. The document lists Central orchestra and baritone rehearsals, Cameron and Arlington performances, swimming at various pools, softball and football events, a junior and senior Red Cross course, and a youth production meet at Greeley High School, plus dancing, music and rodeo parade preparations across several sites.

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Gas Company Plans System Upgrades in Denver Area

Greeley Gay and fuel company 5 spending between 8000 and 7000 this year for repair replacement and maintenance of gas distribution lines. Jack of Denver vice president and executive manager says two associates recently purchased the property. Company plans to extend and add to its distribution system as materials are released and labor becomes available. He notes fire service improvements and test programs are under way with estimates pending.

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Police Raid Denver Jail After Escape Attempt

Police and detectives conducted a surprise raid at a Denver jail yesterday afternoon. Prisoners were searched for contraband and escape tools as investigators recovered ropes hidden in the facility. The operation followed four inmates escaping Wednesday by hacking a window bar with a kitchen knife.

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Large Reyablle Ranking opis Brazil Argentina South America

The article describes a large ranking of South American states focusing on Brazil and Argentina. It notes a vast land area exceeding million square miles and a long coastline along the South Atlantic. It mentions extensive territorial extent and notable coastal traffic lanes.

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Air Support Near Foxholes at Ninth Air Force Base

A Ninth Air Force unit in France reports air support near foxholes as Thunderbolts sortie from steel carpet, knock out a target, cut rail lines, and press close to front lines. Troops eat rations, improvise fires, and stay ready to move with the army to the next objective.

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Clarence Adams Not Candidate in Colorado Democrats

The Garfield County Democratic chairmen announced Clarence B Adams would not seek the post of national committeeman from Colorado. Barney Whatley and Dr BW Morlock clarified the decision while Jane A Marsh of Dover pursues reelection.

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Prevent Tree Damage event prompts careful felling judgment

Large high quality trees such as oak and ash are prone to damage if not handled properly. The event emphasizes preventing splitting and damage at the base by applying skilled assessment and safe cutting methods.

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