19 Mar 1940
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Newspaper
Greeley Daily Tribune
Location
Greeley, Colorado, United States of America
Date
Mar 19, 1940
Page
1
An unclear report describes Eric Man breaking his leg during a weak mishap on Sunday while riding in the rear of a transport near Eva. The text mentions names like McRay and McKay and references to a town, a Drle reserve, and transfers totaling about 650, but the exact sequence and details are obscured.
In Clayton Sullivan a power line installation was rushed to completion to place a baby in an incubator. The infant, son of Mr and Mrs Oscar G Sullivan, weighed 14 ounces at birth and now weighs about four pounds ten ounces. Doctors expect continued growth through May as the baby remains in the incubator. The newborn’s birth and the newer power line project are tied to the utility’s pace and the family’s home near Eaton.
In a light hearted week of spring fever, city youngsters faced playful weather tricks from a local weatherman. Mothers and fathers watched as children chased errands and tidied yards amid budding signs of early spring.
A garbled report notes an incident in which two women from Greeley were knocked down by a person identified as Jawa bran of Awe near 2515 Moalag Ube. Details are unclear due to the damaged text.
The 1939 federal income tax intake shows some improvement over last year as collections for March indicate ongoing recovery. Officials note early estimates point to steady receipts while heavy levies and adjustments continue to shape the treasury outlook.
Voles being shipped to replace storm wrecked lines. Hone Gun & Electric Company receives a shipment of carloads of poles to be used in extending and replacing damaged distribution lines. Heavy demand follows from the Spring storms across the area, with Lamar Avenue needing 1,500 replacements after the storm.
The executive board of the Laas Pek Noy Scout council, led by President Avie Jokpson, will meet Monday evening at the MhoShUL Cafeteria for its quarterly session. Floyd Fryman announced plans for aviation for the early months. Boy Scout troops are forming in Weld county with units expected in Nunn, Buelselisol, Lane Tresschol, and Wattenberg. A new troop will form in Greeley, and a cub pack will organize, yielding three cub packs in Gresh.
The 1940 assessment process for Weldemery property taxes will begin around April 1. Assessor C. AM. Whitealide announced Tuesday that thirty special fieldings will conduct the assessments, with five working on the project.
Mrs F D R Jr. suffered a fractured pelvis and brain injury after a horse fell on him at the home of Dr and Mrs Robert Fynsten on a Lexington fence line. He was treated at the University Hospital where doctors reported his condition satisfactory.
A garbled text fragment references Colorado and Laramie and states efforts to reach a reply or agreement. It mentions Washington and a court context with phrases about ministers and a court decision, but the readable content is highly distorted and lacks clear names or events.
Firemen started a Monday inspection of a downtown business district. Officers reported discovering 50 lifting hazards and basement concerns during preliminary checks. The effort aims to assess safety conditions and address structural issues in the area over the next few days.
The Safeway organization lists new memberships for its three Greslay stores. Lloyd Abtoith, chairman of the membership committee for the chamber of commerce, reported at the board meeting Monday noon. Alberd S. Kays and Dr. P. Wilinnth were also noted.
William J. Lankin, 26, a shipyard worker, was convicted of manslaughter in the death of his 20 month old son Guiity. He was sentenced to 12 years in prison and fined a substantial sum. probation and care provisions were noted.
Reverend Marvin I. Keber of the Methodist church reported at the GC board meeting on Good Friday observances. A late movement was deemed unlikely but several churches plan joint services with Lutheran, Catholic, Episcopal, and Protestant denominations. Four services are scheduled between noon and early evening, with churches hoping to coincide with Easter season and consider store closures.
Spring wheat planting advances in Weld County with favorable conditions. Dry fall and winter push heavier plantings. some fields to be plowed under where wheat failed. Oats and barley also planted. more acres under way.
Tickets for the Saturday morning matinee in Sterling are available at the county library basement. Children’s books are preferred for exchange, and manager Kurth Nelson will announce the feature and short subjects later.
The weekly tally reports British and neutral ships harmed by enemy action. In the week ended Sunday at midnight, total tonnage reached 23,992 with most casualties from mines. Only four ships were sunk by German subparties since Feb. 24 as submarines seem recalled temporarily.
German sources report a Rome Berlin Moscow axis forging a new order as Hitler returns from Mussolini talks. Britain blasts a German North Sea base on Sylt after a Scapa Flow raid. Churchill labels it a failure as air raids intensify.
Rome March 19 Untersecretary Sumner Welles said no peace plan or mediation proposals were offered during his fact finding talks for President Roosevelt. He denied conveying any peace suggestions to European powers and noted he would report findings after his rapid round of stops including Rome and London.
Chamberlain testifies to Parliament detailing allied expedition plans to Finland with Roosevelt envoy and British leadership framing disarmament and new state formations. The discussion covers German raids, air strikes, and Allied strategy to deter aggression while preserving borders and emigration policies.
Union Pacific announced eight Colorado scholarships to students bound for Colorado State College at Fort Collins. Karl G. Reed, supervisor of agricultural and industrial development, said the grants come from the Carl St. Gay foundation. Names listed include Herman Pearson and Edwin Noreaay along with others.
Conferees approve an $850,000 allocation to initiate Thompson Tunnel work. The agreement follows protracted budget talks and includes funds earmarked for early construction steps and related planning, with deployment expected to begin this season.
Readable fragments describe teams like Japa and Iowa Trams in a sequence of arching rowal events and AAU style play. The text mentions players and institutions with garbled names, dates, and matchups, offering little clear detail beyond generic competition notes and uncertain scores.
A Washington report notes a House group proposes adding two seats to the Labor Board. The plan aims to reshape decisions by increasing membership while sparing no details on potential procedural changes. Local reactions and political implications are described, with mentions of notable officials and timing for possible votes.
A derailed passenger train near Mattei, Ced,i is blamed on a broken wheel. The Interstate Commission reports the incident occurred about fifty miles from Cheyenne, with ten or more cars derailed and passengers evacuated.
Unclear OCR weather notice predicts unsettled northern regions with increasing cloud and wind. From Tuesday through Wednesday expect warm but variable conditions with periods of sun and possible light showers. Temperatures reach around 65 high and 31 low, with a 34 hour forecast ending Tuesday morning.
Attorney Ty nusi J Coombe of Greel Tor Gre Uauinee represents the defendant in a case that centers on a meth offer dispute. The proceedings plan to move forward with Cor finance and court actions as jurors prepare to hear motions.
The report notes arrivals of San Juan swallows, detailing the timing and sequence of events as the birds appeared in the area. Observers record the onset of activity and the swift movement of the flock, marking a coordinated arrival with local landmarks and dates.
Cleo Thompson pled guilty to forgery before Judge Slack. The court placed Thompson on probation after a $10 check case linked to Mayor Cowley of Uitovdr, with District Attorney consent, and the defendant released from jail.
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