13 Oct 1939
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Newspaper
Greeley Daily Tribune
Location
Greeley, Colorado, United States of America
Date
Oct 13, 1939
Page
1
Reports from October 13 indicate Germany and Soviet Russia discuss terms while Britain rejects Hitler's peace offers. Chamberlain remains firm, Daladier and Daladier hesitate, and U.S. mediation is urged as the crisis deepens.
The state board to meet this afternoon to hear a complaint over a real estate transaction involving Mrs Johnson of Lucerne and her husband Andy Ohingon. Eluer L Moore of Greeley Real Estate with office at 4809 Ninth Ave appears to have received no prior notice of the hearing.
President Roosevelt said U S representations to Soviet Russia were expressions of interest and love and not a diplomatic pressure move. He withheld the Moscow text to avoid misunderstanding and declined to comment on Berlin’s peace bids. Swedish and Scandinavian alarm grew over Moscow talks and Baltic tensions as Finland faces possible strategic pacts and German activity. German patrols quieted after failed attempts to capture prisoners amid war jitters. College song selection and fan support noted at a game.
A Soviet Turkish pact is expected to be signed within the next day or two. The Kremlin received Turkish foreign minister Sukya Saracogy, with no official communique issued. The accord would settle Black Sea and Dardanelles questions and define each nation’s stance in the postwar period.
A local businessman notes a string of odd events on Friday the 13th. While walking with Mia the dog along Flehth Avenue he throws rocks for the dog to fetch. One rock misses a window at the Epica studio causing damage estimated at 14 square feet with glass shattered. The rock traveled about 13 meters, weighing 13 grams, and replacement costs exceed $12.
Fort Lupton Future Farmers chapter fields a team named eligible for the Kansas City trip after placing second in a state dairy cattle judging contest at Port Collins on April 10. Philip Rogers holds the cup as most outstanding project in 44 and FFA work on Tomato day August 15 at Fort Lupton. From left to right in the photo are Robert Renshaw Clyde Linder Philip Rogers and John W Griffith. Forrest Bochmidt and Leonard Warner will attend as official delegates. photo by Clarence Funk engraving by the Tribune.
Douglas rancher L. Be Walters was arrested by Deputy Sheriff Guy Mevinness at Creeley post office while Walters called for mail. He faced charges over a forged $150 check erased and cashed in Payne's name. Washington reports most Americans needing transport have been served, with the S. S. Acadin leaving Ireland with limited presenters.
A Greeley company warehouse employee, Lautens 54, was struck in the left eye by a steel rod during a shift. He suffered facial fractures and eye damage with no reported eye injury at the hospital, while coworker Chyde Davis assisted in clearing debris as the rod slipped. The incident occurred at the Greeley plant during routine operations.
American liner sails toward New York with 807 passengers after radioing it rescued the crew of the British freighter Hero and aided the French tanker W. Emily Miquet. The Heronspnol sank off the coast. the Wardley carried onward to New York.
Ela Verne Kitt, daughter of a state highway patrolman and West High student, died instantly when the car she rode in struck a parked truck near Larkspur Colorado about 9:45 p.m. Thursday. Passenger Jack Ulghs of Castle Rock, 20, nephew of a prominent rancher and Colorado House member, survived with minor injuries. Parents Aly and Mrs Vernon Kutz were notified after the crash.
Greeley State celebrates homecoming with a 2:30 p.m. kickoff against Mines at Jackson Pier. City businesses close 2 to 4:30 p.m. and a bonfire, vaudeville show, and dance follow events at Gauler Hall and the Student Union. Parade, floats, banquets, and queen coronation feature prominent students, faculty, and local organizations.
Washington Oct 13 A massive wage hour overhaul will raise pay for about 60 000 American workers and extend overtime coverage. The new act sets 42 hours as the standard workweek for interstate employers, replacing the prior 25 cent daily overtime rule. Estimated nationwide impact includes 450 000 workers across industries. Texas and Dallas noted, with weekly wages increasing to 12 60 per day and 12 60 per hour for eligible workers. The rule targets industries under the wage act, with government projections and administrator Eloy B Ande... officials. The changes are slated to take effect the following year. Other items touch on textile and related sectors, and a separate incident is reported about a warehouse fall at a company facility.
Schedule of events for Greeley State’s Colden Jubber Maintcaunings includes October Friday events with times in pan and a series of matches and activities across campuses. Names and places appear garbled but indicate student activities and athletic events at Growley Stete Meat and related venues.
British patrols claimed sinking two Nazi U boats after an engagement seen by observers on the continent. Survivors were rescued by submarine hunting craft as Royal Navy air units reported losses of 25 killed and 16 wounded in related actions.
Governor Olson wrote to California officials requesting a recommendation to pardon Warren K. Billings, a man previously convicted and sent to prison in 1910s. The plea follows other clemency actions tied to high-profile cases and opposition from various groups.
Local report outlines issuance of deer storage permits this Friday by Gane Wiodun Wy 0 and Adkine to the fallow Mesatecensin Male Merman Merl. Names listed include Carl Mekinles of 1304 Fourteenth Avenue and Lom Adan among others, with weights around 125 pounds.
Mrs Lyster a longtime Greeley resident died Friday at her home after a long illness. Born November 7, 1804 in Gratada province, she married A N Lyster on December 6, 1895 and lived at Mensane alley. Survived by four sons Arthur of Kansas City, BN of Casper, Wy Net Cyrtl and Norman of Greeley, and daughter Catherine of Greeley. Funeral services set for Monday at Melowk church with Rev. Witenn and Al Mun Genvo officiating. Interment in Holy will follow at state church cemetery under church supervision.
Reports from Washington indicate officials and lawmakers discuss pruning arms embargo rules to allow limited shipments, while Johnson and White push compromises. Details on exemptions and safeguards were not released, but the administration seeks a plan balancing belligerent protections with anti fraud and free trade aims amid Pacific stake.
Reported incidents across the state note multiple hunting accidents. Montrese and Bancroft were injured after deer encounters while Ralph Davis lost a finger in another mishap near Douglas Creek, with details scattered and unclear in transit.
Divorce suits filed in court describe a daily docket including a case by Vagee against Arthur Lob Unger seeking monthly support of 20 dollars and legal fees, with claims of endangerment and pending property disputes stemming from a 1931 marriage at Moloyoke. July 8, attorney O'Tingam represents the plaintiff.
A windy fall event near Wyong reports many fish killed along the gate area. Department officials are coordinating to assess the impact and report findings.
A damaged dispatch reports an English incident in which a pilot crashed or forced landing amid unclear circumstances. Investigations show the pilot did not know a required obligation, with authorities weighing parole and responsibility as details remain unsettled.
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